GA 301 - Ink and Color Analysis

Institution:

CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

1 cl hr, 2 lab hrs, 2 cr The study of color inks in graphic arts production. Students practice proper ink mixing for color matches and measurements, using densitometers, spectrodensitometers, spectrophotometers and other instruments specific to the investigation and understanding of ink technology. Discussions cover: manufacturing; shelf life and storage considerations; handling and appropriate press usage; ink formulations of colorant, vehicle and additives. Color analysis includes ink and paper, including paper stock categories, specifications, usage, absorption and reflection qualities that affect color. Ink relationships to SNAP, GRACoL, SWOP and FIRST guidelines are identified. Prerequisites: GRA 1209/GA 209, GRA 1213/GA 213; corequisite: GRA 2300/GA 300

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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