✦ About Program
**Diploma in Desktop Publication (DTP)** is a professional course designed to teach students the skills required for computer-based designing, page layout, photo editing, typing, and printing work. This course helps learners create brochures, pamphlets, banners, visiting cards, books, magazines, advertisements, and other publishing materials using industry-standard software such as Adobe PageMaker, Adobe InDesign, CorelDRAW X7, and Adobe Photoshop.
The course also includes computer fundamentals, Windows 10 basics, English/Tamil typing practice, and live projects to provide real-world experience. After completing the diploma, students can work as DTP Operators, Graphic Designers, Office Assistants, Printing Press Designers, or Freelancers. It is suitable for students, job seekers, business owners, and anyone interested in creative designing and publishing careers.
✦ Course Curriculum
1
Computer Fundamentals (CF) & Windows 10
- Introduction to Computers
- Hardware & Software Basics
- Input / Output Devices
- File Management
- Keyboard Shortcuts
- Installing & Using Software
- Basics of Internet & Email
- Working in Windows 10 environment
2
Adobe PageMaker / Adobe InDesign
- Creating Documents
- Page Setup
- Text Formatting
- Import Images
- Tables & Columns
- Book / Magazine Layout
- Brochure Design
- Print Settings
- PDF Export
3
CorelDRAW X7
- Interface & Tools
- Shape Design
- Logo Creation
- Visiting Card Design
- Banner Design
- Vector Drawing
- Color Fill & Effects
- Flex / Poster Designing
4
Adobe Photoshop
- Image Editing Basics
- Layers & Masks
- Background Removal
- Photo Retouching
- Color Correction
- Poster Design
- Social Media Design
- Passport Size Photo Editing
5
Typing Skill
- English Typing Practice
- Tamil Typing / Regional Language Typing
- Unicode Fonts
- Speed & Accuracy Practice
- Real Office Projects
- Data Entry Work
- Notice / Circular Typing
- Invoice / Letter Formatting
6
Live Projects
- Visiting Card Design
- Wedding Invitation
- Pamphlet / Flyer
- Bill Book
- School ID Card
- Magazine Layout
- Photo Album Design
- Banner / Flex Design