You will use Photoshop CS2 tools for painting, retouching, and enhancing images. In addition, you will work with layers and layer selections.
Adobe Training Prerequisites
Basic PC skills are necessary to complete this course. These skills include: a basic understanding of a computer's operating system, launching an application, creating and saving files, and copying files from CD-ROMs and other media.
Delivery Method
Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.
Target Student
This course is targeted to the design professional who wants to create and design graphics using Photoshop CS2 for final print and web output. Target customers are advertising agencies, marketing agencies, production houses, or departments that work in such disciplines within the larger organization.
Hardware Requirements
- Macintosh PowerPC G4 or G5 processor.
- 384MB of RAM to run any one creative application with Adobe Bridge and Version Cue Workspace.
- 750MB of available hard-disk space.
- 1,024x768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card (24-bit screen display recommended).
- CD-ROM drive.
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- explore Photoshop CS2.
- paint and retouch images.
- enhance an image.
- work with layers and selections.
Software Requirements
- Mac OS X v.10.2.8 through v.10.4 (10.3.4 through 10.4 recommended)
- Adobe® Photoshop® CS2.
- Adobe® Reader® 7.0.
Adobe Training Course duration
1 Day
Adobe Training Course outline
Lesson 1: Exploring Photoshop
- Topic 1A: Explore the Photoshop Environment
- Topic 1B: Customize the Workspace with Presets
- Topic 1C: Customize Menus
- Topic 1D: Manage Files Using Adobe Bridge
- Topic 1E: Edit Photoshop File Properties
Lesson 2: Painting and Retouching Images
- Topic 2A: Paint an Object
- Topic 2B: Retouch an Image
- Topic 2C: Create a Gradient
- Topic 2D: Create a Pattern
- Topic 2E: Create a Vector Object
- Topic 2F: Apply Metadata and Keywords
- Topic 2G: Output to Print
Lesson 3: Enhancing an Image
- Topic 3A: Adjust the Tonal Range of an Image
- Topic 3B: Modify the Exposure Settings
- Topic 3C: Apply a Filter
Lesson 4: Working with Layers and Selections
- Topic 4A: Create Layers
- Topic 4B: Create Smart Objects
- Topic 4C: Create Layer Styles
- Topic 4D: Work with Multiple Layers
- Topic 4E: Create Selections
Appendix A: ACE Objectives Map