This course will instruct students in the practices that make up the complete process of editing a book: both copy and manuscript editing. Students will learn the processes of production editing and proofreading, the symbols used by proofreaders in the editing process, the proper way to use printer’s marks, and how to mark up a manuscript to make it ready for the printer. Oral presentation required.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes: WSC 001. Students taking the Publishing Studies concentration must take ENGL 172ENGL 173 - Book Editing II.