4 credits This course is designed to bring the non-computer user, or one with limited Macintosh experience, to a working level for future coursework in the Graphic Communications Technology curriculum. It enables students to improve their keyboard skills and knowledge of computer hardware, software and industry trends. Specific tasks using three software packages enable students to improve their knowledge and capabilities in a wide range of computer-related areas. This package is the chosen software of most services bureaus when a high degree of accuracy is required on Macintosh hardware. Quark XPress, imaging and color controls for scanned photographs and drawings are reviewed.
Emphasis is placed on concepts that are applicable to both conventional and electronic pre-press.
Students will take lab projects through the copy preparation and stripping stages. 4 credits This course covers the lithographic process, press design, press function, press operations, and maintenance and repair. Environment and safety considerations are included. Laboratory work revolves around operations of a sheet-fed offset press. An overview of MSDS procedures is included.