JRN2904

Editing for Print Media (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Elizabeth Hart

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will have: 1) Skill in English expression for non fiction publications in print media, including specialist and international publications; 2) Ability to explain and apply the grammatical principles, technical conventions, and editing styles used in media communication and mainstream publishing; 3) Proof-reading skills and knowledge of proof-reading symbols; 4) Ability to detect legal and ethical problems in the printed word; 5) An understanding of the changing role of the editor in the history of publishing; 6) Competency in the use of industry standard software.

Assessment: Copyediting assignment (1000 words): 20% + Manuscript editing assignment (1500 words): 30% + Examination (2 hours): 50%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (one 1-hour lecture and one 1-hour tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: JRN1902 and JRN1903 or equivalents

Prohibitions: JRN3904