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3.00 Credits
Significance, terminology, and components of electronic publishing systems. Current hardware and software options in the graphic communication industry. Overview of PostScript, PDF, HTML and XML. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory.
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3.00 Credits
Conventional and digital methods of image capture and manipulation for print and electronic media. Digital photography, scanning, photo-retouching, and color proofing. Photographic materials and equipment for graphic communication. Densitometry, light sources, exposure control, and color management systems. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 101 and either GRC 201 or GRC 377.
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3.00 Credits
Terminology, materials, equipment, facilities and methods used in electronic prepress. File formats, fonts, imposition, trapping, screen angling, PostScript, and PDF. Preflight, workflow options, automation, proofing, and CTP. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 202 or ART 184.
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4.00 Credits
Analysis and comparison of print and digital media manufacturing methods to current world-class techniques practiced in industry. Principles and concepts of lean manufacturing applied to print for improved profitability. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: GRC 101.
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4.00 Credits
Technical aspects of paper, other substrates, inks and toners used in the printing industry. Manufacture, application and interaction of these materials are examined in relation to particular processes and end use requirements. Hands-on use of computerized densitometers, spectrophotometers and performance testing equipment. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 101.
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3.00 Credits
Technical aspects of paper, other substrates, inks and toners used in the printing industry. Manufacture, application, and interaction of these materials are examined in relation to particular processes and end use requirements. Credit not allowed for GRC majors. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: GRC 101.
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4.00 Credits
History, development and application of typography in relation to electronic file preparation for cross media publishing. In-depth study of communication principles and visual organization utilizing page layout software. Font technology and management for the creative, print and publishing industries. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 203 or GRC 377.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to research methods for preparing scholarly and defensible papers and projects, and in conducting qualitative and quantitative evaluations, testing and research in graphic communication. Methods covered include the Scientific Method, historical and descriptive research, questionnaires, Elite and Specialized Interviewing, content analysis, and sampling. Design of research projects for each method taught. 2 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: GRC 101
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of flexographic printing technology for flexible packaging, label printing, folding and corrugated cartons. Applications of computers to the management and technical function of flexographic printing technology. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 211.
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4.00 Credits
Theory and practices of quality systems in the graphic arts industry. Emphasis on Deming Systems Thinking, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, ISO, and Malcolm Baldrige. Quantifying customer expectations, specifications, standard operating procedures, SPC tools, and employee empowerment in the graphic arts. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 315 or GRC 328, and STAT 217.
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