Course Details

Fundamentals of Copyediting and Proofreading Books

 

PUBB1-CE9120 / $595
SPRING 2012
Continuing Education: Publishing

In this practical training course, develop the skills you need to pursue a career as a copyeditor or proofreader. While the majority of the course is devoted to copyediting trade, reference and other types of books, including electronic copyediting, students will also learn the basics of proofreading. Learn about standard symbols, manuscript development, style sheets, house styles, and common word usage problems. Topics also include proofing against a manuscript, the use of appropriate reference works, as well as the interrelationship of proofreader, copy editor, editor, and production editor. This course includes extensive assignments, and students receive constructive feedback on their work.

Students must have fluency in English and proficiency in grammar.

This course is applicable toward:

• Certificate in Publishing
• Certificate in Editing

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Related Subject Areas: Editing (Publishing), Book Publishing, Publishing

 

 

 

Section 1

 

Monday 6:45pm-8:45pm
February 27 - May 7

No class April 9.

10 Sessions

Instructor: Theresa Deal  
Location: Manhattan Village Academy

 

 

Section 2

 

Tuesday 6:45pm-8:45pm
February 21 - May 1

No class Mar. 14.

10 Sessions

Instructor: Mark McCauslin  
Location: Washington Square

 

 

Section 3

 

Wednesday 6:45pm-8:45pm
February 15 - April 25

Wednesday 6:45pm-8:45pm
April 11

No class March 14.

10 Sessions

Instructor: Cindy Howle  
Location: Woolworth Bldg, 15 Barclay St.