Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
H/502/4567
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain what types of information are needed.
  • 1.2
    Explain when and how to change page design and layout to increase effectiveness of a publication.
  • 1.3
    Select, change, define, create and use appropriate page design and layout for publications in line with local guidelines, where relevant.
  • 1.4
    Select and use appropriate media for the publication.

2.

Input and combine text and other information within publications.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Find and input information into a publication so that it is ready for editing and formatting.
  • 2.2
    Organise and combine information for publications in line with any copyright constraints, including importing information produced using other software.
  • 2.3
    Provide guidance on how copyright constraints affect use of own and others’ information.
  • 2.4
    Explain which file format to use for saving designs and images.
  • 2.5
    Store and retrieve publication files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available.

3.

Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Determine and discuss what styles, colours, font schemes, editing and formatting to use for the publication.
  • 3.2
    Create styles, colours and font schemes to meet needs.
  • 3.3
    Select and use appropriate techniques to edit publications and format text.
  • 3.4
    Manipulate images and graphic elements accurately.
  • 3.5
    Control text flow within single and multiple columns and pages.
  • 3.6
    Check publications meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary.
  • 3.7
    Identify and respond appropriately to quality problems with publications to ensure that outcomes are fit for purpose and meet needs.