Adobe Photoshop CS2: Level 1 Second Edition

Understanding the different tools and features available in Photoshop CS2 will help you to maximize your creative potential. In this course, you'll work with several tools and features to edit images using Photoshop CS2.

Course Outline

As a graphic designer, you are starting to familiarize yourself with image creation and editing using Photoshop. Understanding the different tools and features available in Photoshop CS2 will help you to maximize your creative potential. In this course, you’ll work with several tools and features to edit images using Photoshop CS2.

Course Objective: You will explore the Photoshop interface and use several tools for selecting parts of images, and will move, duplicate, and resize images. You will learn to use layers, and to apply layer effects and filters to create special effects. Additionally, you will use painting tools and blending modes to create shading effects, and will perform adjustments to contrast and color balance. Finally, you will save images in formats for print and web use.

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Course Content Lesson 1: Exploring Photoshop Environment
Topic 1A: Differentiate Raster and Vector Graphics
Topic 1B: Explore the Photoshop Environment
Topic 1C: Customize the Photoshop Environment
Topic 1D: Work with Navigation Tools
Topic 1E: Customize Menus
Topic 1F: Explore Adobe Bridge
Topic 1G: Apply Metadata and Keywords

Lesson 2: Sizing Images
Topic 2A: Determine Display and Print Resolution
Topic 2B: Crop an Image

Lesson 3: Selecting Image Areas
Topic 3A: Select Image Areas with the Marquee Tools
Topic 3B: Select Image Areas with the Lasso Tools
Topic 3C: Save Selections
Topic 3D: Select Image Areas with the Magic Wand Tool
Topic 3E: Select Image Areas with the Magnetic Lasso Tool
Topic 3F: Modify Selections

Lesson 4: Creating Image Composites
Topic 4A: Make Floating Versus Fixed Selections
Topic 4B: Undo Previous Steps
Topic 4C: Copy Selections
Topic 4D: Create Layers
Topic 4E: Create Smart Objects
Topic 4F: Transform Layers
Topic 4G: Copy Layers Between Images
Topic 4H: Save Images in Photoshop Format
Topic 4I: Arrange Layers

Lesson 5: Blending Composite Images
Topic 5A: Defringe Images
Topic 5B: Simulate Transparency with Opacity and Blending Modes
Topic 5C: Feather Edges

Lesson 6: Exploring Image Modes
Topic 6A: Examine Mode Characteristics
Topic 6B: Explore Grayscale and Bitmap Modes
Topic 6C: Explore Color Modes

Lesson 7: Applying Colors
Topic 7A: Select Colors
Topic 7B: Work with Painting Tools
Topic 7C: Clone Image Areas with the Clone Stamp Tool

Lesson 8: Enhancing Images with Text and Special Effects
Topic 8A: Create Type Layers
Topic 8B: Apply Layer Effects
Topic 8C: Work with Filters
Topic 8D: Merge Layers and Flatten Images

Lesson 9: Adjusting Images
Topic 9A: Create Levels Adjustment Layers
Topic 9B: Enhance Images Using Toning Tools
Topic 9C: Adjust the Hue/Saturation of Images

Lesson 10: Saving Completed Images
Topic 10A: Save Images for Use in Print Applications
Topic 10B: Save Images for the Web
Topic 10C: Save Images as PDF


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Additional Details

Pre-Requisites

Before taking this course, students should be familiar with the basic functions of their computer's operating system such as creating folders, launching programs, and working with Windows. Students should also have basic Windows application skills, such as copying and pasting objects, formatting text, and saving files.

Certificates offered

Certificate of completion

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations or postponements received more than ten business days prior to the first day of the course, will be subject to a 15% administration fee, and course ware fees where applicable. The cost of the course is payable, in full, for any cancellations or postponements received within ten business days, or less, prior to the first day of the course.

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Hi, There was one problem with the flow. I'm not completely sure as to how best to describe it but basically, it didn't flow from one module to the next. Specifically, if I was in a particular module (say the introduction or first sub-module) and it completed, I was not automatically taken to the next sub-module within the overall module (a module being a section of the course). Feel free to give me a call to discuss at 416-686-3141.

Reviewed by Marjorie C. 2012

   

The first hour of the course was difficult due to the noisy environment. There were 3 separate software platforms being mentored by 2 instructors simultaneously. As each required unique start up instructions, it was very difficult to concentrate on the video teaching for my session in spite of the headphones as there was a significant amount of background noise. I suggest that future sessions that are mentored rather than led be done as dedicated sessions (i.e. only 1 software platform being taught at a time) to minimize the impact of this situation. Additionally, the 2 instructors had side conversations that had nothing to do with teaching the sessions and needed to be asked not to do this as I found it was hindering my ability to listen to the video lesson. Unwilling to crank the volume on the headset, I could hear them clearly over the top of the lesson I was listening to.

Reviewed by Sandy B. 2012

   

Everyone was extremely laid back, kind and courteous. I felt very comfortable and no matter who you were in contact with, all employees were approachable.

Reviewed by Safiya M. 2012

   

While the instructor had a basic understanding of Project 2010, he did not have "advanced" knowledge which was the level of the course. He had not really used the software in "real life" so didn't have any context. Whenever I had questions, he looked for answers from microsoft.com (I could have done the same). I was hoping the instructor would provided added knowledge to what I was learning from the videos.

Reviewed by Hilary S. 2012

   

Fantastic and very relevant. The instructor was very pleasant and helpful.

Reviewed by Carla D. 2012

   

Too many mistakes made in the videos, this made it confusing about what to follow and what to avoid. Seminar presenter got off-topic too much which made me pressed for time.

Reviewed by Emma K. 2011

   

There really is not enough time in one day to do all the exersizes in the training manual, watch all the videos, take the quizzes, and discuss specifc issues with the instructor. I would suggest improving the video intruction to actual take you through some of the exersizes rather than leaving you to do it on your own, because you really only learn by doing.

Reviewed by Charles N. 2011

   

Thought the directions in the book exercises exercises could be written a little clearer.

Reviewed by Robert H. 2011

   

My second course with TekSource and it's always an enjoyable experience. It's a nice clean office environment close to the subway. And the staff is excellent and helpful.

Reviewed by Neil A. 2011

   

Not instructor led hence one star rating

Reviewed by Tim M. 2011

   

The only somewhat critical comment I have is that it can be difficult to concentrate when the mentor is explaining to another student. In a small classroom setting, I guess that is just a reality of mentor-assisted training.

Reviewed by Christine W. 2011

   

Steve Meggenson understand French. He helped me a lot with my documents from work. Now I know how to use Access for my work. I should take this course 5 years ago! But, it's not too late! I want to take the monitored or coach course with Steve again because he can read and understand french!

Reviewed by Candice N. 2011

   

I wish that there had been more examples and more exercises for pivot tables and vlook up. They are very valuable tools.

Reviewed by Stephanie K. 2011

   

Very positive experience.

Reviewed by Stephanie K. 2011