This module is the first of five in the Commercial Art series. The curriculum guide is designed for competency-based teaching and testing. Within this module on fundamentals of commercial art are six instructional units. A cross-reference table reveals how the instructional components of the module relate to Missouri competencies. Each unit includes some or all of the following components: unit and specific objectives; table of contents; reference list; notes to the instructor; information sheets in outline form; transparency masters; handouts; assignment sheets; job sheets; and unit test with answer key. Unit topics are as follows: basic tools, paper and related supplies, type, proofreading and camera equipment, photos in a layout, and color separations and printer specifications. (YLB)