CorelDRAW X3 will get you up to speed by seeing the software in action. This is an instructional training program that offers a quick and easy method for harnessing the vst potential of CorelDRAW x3 graphic design applications. Whether you work in advertising, printing, publishing, sign making and manufacturing, this tutorial will help you create accurate and impressive illustrations and professional-looking page layouts.

You will spend your time studying and learning the material by following our lessons. In addition, your schedule is your own. You can study as quickly or slowly as you need to. By the time you are ready to find a better job or launch a new project you will have all the tools, experience and knowledge needed for success.

Basic Level

Introduction to Corel Draw X3 Bitmap vs. Vector

Lesson 1: Interface
1 Corel DRAW X3 navigator of the interface New
2 Setting up a document page
3 Six viewing modes
4 Adjusting computer memory usage and auto-backup settings
5 Opening and saving file options

Lesson 2: Basic Operation of Objects (Vector Image)
1 Selecting and viewing objects
2 Moving and duplicating objects
3 Reshaping objects by changing size, Skewing, Rotating and Mirroring

Lesson 3: Managing Multiple Objects
1 Arranging the order of the objects
2 Grouping, combining, and locking object
3 Using Object Manager New
4 Aligning and distributing multiple group of objects
5 How to set up guideline
6 Using the dimensional tool
7 Using grids
8 Aligning objects to grid
9 Using dynamic guides

Lesson 4: Creating and Editing Object Shape
1 Filling object with color
2 Using Rectangle Tool, the Ellipse Tool and the Polygon Tool New
3 Using basic shape tools
4 Using filleting, scalloping and chamfering corners New
5 Creating a perspective
6 Transforming objects
7 Reshaping objects using interactive envelope tool
8 Using interactive distortion tools
9 Creating irregularly shaped objects
10 Using Smart tool
11 Using Cropping, splitting and erasing New

Lesson 5: Working with text and effects
1 Insert text
2 Formatting text
3 Fit text to path New

Intermediate Level

Lesson 6: Advance Editing and Creating object
1 Drawing lines with freehand tool
2 Using Bezier tool and pen tool
3 Drawing close path object
4 Combining use of line and property bar
5 Convert Objects to Curve
6 Edit a vector image and use nodes editing tools New
7 Use reduced nodes to simply an object New
8 Join two nodes and make a curve a closed object
9 Use Elastic Mode to adjust the distance between nodes proportionately
10 Use the Knife and Eraser to Shape Objects
11 Use the Smudge Brush Tool and the Roughen Brush Tool to Shape Objects
12 Use the Contour Tool to create similar objects
13 Convert objects into symbols and use Symbol Library Docker

Lesson 7: Advanced Color Filling
1 Using multiple color palettes
2 Using Outline Pen Dialog
3 Using Uniform fills
4 Using Fountain fills
5 Using Pattern fills
6 Using Texture fills
7 Using PostScript fills
8 Using Color Docker Window
9 Using Interactive Fill Tool
10 Using Smart Fill Tool New
11 Customizing color filling system
12 Using Interactive Transparency Tool
13 Using Interactive Blend Tool
14 Using Drop Shadow Tool
15 Using PowerClip
16 Using interactive fill and Interactive Mesh Fill tool
17 Using Eyedropper Tool and Paint Bucket Tool

Lesson 8: Creating Outlines with Special Effects
1 Using Contour to create outline
2 Converting outline to object
3 Using Artistic Media Tool to Create vector objects
4 Using Artistic Media effect to modify lines and objects
5 Creating Bevel Effects New

Lesson 9: Creating Eye-catching Texts with Special Effects
1 Using interactive Drop Shadow to create text with shadow
2 Creating a tube light effect
3 Creating a contour text
4 Creating Metallic Effects
5 Metallic text effect
6 Using symbol as object
7 Using Extrude Tool to create 3D object

Lesson 10: Importing, Adjusting and Exporting Bitmap Images
1 Adjusting and transforming objects with Lens tool
2 Importing bitmap images
3 Using the image adjustment lab New
4 Using the bitmap color mask
5 Converting a bitmap image to vector image with PowerTrace New
6 Exporting bitmap images to variety of formats

Features:

Step-by-Step Instructional Program
Flash-based Interactive Training
Full Screen for Maximum Viewing
Easy to Follow Narrated Instructions
Player Controls for Easy Navigation
Learn Faster Than Reading a Book
508 Compliance

Training Time: 24 hours

Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, and Vista
Pentium 133 Mhz or higher
24x CD-ROM
128 MB RAM
1024 x 768 Monitor Resolution

Product Packaging: Retail DVD case