The student is instructed how to analyze and evaluate each job. Successful completion of all prior printing classes. The student is shown various types of papers and inks and how to use them according to current trade standards. Successful completion of Graphic Arts Presswork 120 or in all prior printing classes. This course advances the student on larger single color offset presses.
Emphasis is on production efficiency.
Instruction is given on paper handling, setting feeder and conveyor mechanisms, side guide register and head stop adjustment, mounting of plates and blankets, adjusting of ink and dampening systems and cylinder pressure settings. Maintenance of equipment is stressed. Successful completion of Graphic Arts Presswork 130 or in all prior printing classes. In this course the student is further advanced in the production techniques of dealing with color process work on brochures, posters, paintings, annual reports and other job orders requiring critical registration. Industry quality standards are maintained while stressing the need for quantity.