GAP101 Introduction to Printing 4 Quarter Hours Discusses and provides practice for various graphic reproduction methods, terminology, materials used, employment opportunities, and general information for entry-level positions. I 4 Quarter Hours Focuses on the theory and operation of offset presses. Instruction includes care, maintenance, and performance capabilities of modern presses including inking and dampening systems. I 4 Quarter Hours Begins with a basic screen printing course which develops abilities in screen printing.
Instruction goes from fabric stretching and screen preparation to image creation.
Lab projects are hand printed and semiautomatic. Substrates range from posters, textiles, pressure sensitive, etc., to glass and plastic. Emphasis is placed on screen reclaiming and safety in the lab. Technical information on inks, fabrics, frames, squeegees, and stencils is provided. I 4 Quarter Hours Introduces typesetting and electronic imaging techniques.