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GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS I

2-1/2 Credits

Grades: 11 & 12

Prerequisite: None. Art, Drawing & Computer courses can be helpful.

Graphic Communications I is a comprehensive introduction to the Graphic Communication Industry. Emphasis will be placed upon the theories and processes that make up production printing. Instruction and practice will be given in offset printing, digital workflow, and screen printing, which include: imposition, multi-color, step and repeat work, multi page layout, multi-color press operation, paper identification, estimating and management, and advanced finishing processes. Using these processes, students will design and produce printed materials for real customers and for personal promotion in future job assessment activities and in the Graphic Industry, Graphic Design techniques with industry standard software, computer illustration, advanced typography, digital imaging, scanning, halftones, duo tones, posterizations, and special effects will be explored. Dual credit from College of DuPage is available. Fee: $30.00

 

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS II

2-1/2 Credits

Grades: 12

Prerequisite: Graphic Communications I

Graphic Communications II is an extension of Graphic Communications I in the production oriented environment. The course content includes the following broad areas of emphasis: further career education opportunities, planning for the future, job seeking skills, personal development, human relations, legal protection and responsibilities, economics and the job, organization and job termination. Articulated Credit from Waubonsee Community College is available. Fee: $30.00