Course Content and Outcome Guide for GD 244
- Date:
- 21-NOV-2011
- Posted by:
- Curriculum Office
- Course Number:
- GD 244
- Course Title:
- Preparing Files for Print
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture hours:
- 30
- Lecture/Lab hours:
- 0
- Lab hours:
- 0
- Special Fee:
Course Description
Presents the production processes which follow the design phase. From correctly preparing design in the digital environment for successful printing on commercial presses. The business roles of the designer, the printer and the service bureau will be covered. Prerequisite/concurrent: GD 221.Addendum to Course Description
Preparing Files for Print uses lecture and demonstration methods of instruction to provide the student with the information necessary to complete the course goals and objectives. Field trips and guest speakers may be used to supplement classroom instruction. Regular attendance and completion of assigned reading are essential to the successful completion of this course.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Students should be able to:
- Prepare graphic work in the digital environment for successful printing on commercial presses
- Know the business roles and responsibilities of the designer, the printer and the service bureau
Outcome Assessment Strategies
Students will be evaluated by various methods which may include one or more of the following tools: examinations, homework or other paper assignments and group problem solving.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
At the completion of this course students should be able to:
- Use the vocabulary and terms of Commercial Printers and Service Bureaus
- Demonstrate knowledge of the process AFTER the design phrase
- Build design elements and organize computer files for maximum results on the press
- Discuss the business relationship of a Graphic Designer, and
- Commercial Printer and Service Bureau
- Prepare computer files accurately for output at a Service Bureau
- Prepare printing specifications for estimation by a printer
- Define the designer's financial responsibilities in the printing and pre-press process