Title: Graphic Imaging Technology I (11154-I)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities
  Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.
  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  Demonstrate integrity.
  Demonstrate work ethic.
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Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills
  Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.
  Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.
  Demonstrate respect for diversity.
  Demonstrate customer service skills.
  Collaborate with team members.
Demonstrating Professional Competencies
  Demonstrate big-picture thinking.
  Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.
  Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.
  Manage time and resources.
  Demonstrate information-literacy skills.
  Demonstrate an understanding of information security.
  Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.
  Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.
  Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.
  Demonstrate professionalism.
  Demonstrate reading and writing skills.
  Demonstrate workplace safety.
Examining All Aspects of an Industry
  Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.
  Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.
  Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.
  Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.
Addressing Elements of Student Life
  Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.
  Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.
  Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.
  Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.
Exploring Work-Based Learning
  Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
  (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.
  Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.
  (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.
Gaining an Overview of Graphic Imaging Technology (GIT)
  Define the role of graphics today.
  Describe the value of print in the current communications landscape.
  Assess examples of different types of communications mediums.
  Identify print markets and types of printing businesses.
  Identify printing’s ranking among other manufacturing industries.
  Describe the major printing processes.
  Describe the advantages and disadvantages of each major printing process.
  List typical products produced by each major process.
  Define the personnel involved in a graphic imaging organization.
  List the stages of a typical technical production flow in order, from initial order to invoice.
  Describe the responsibilities, training, and education required for major occupations in the graphic communications industry.
  Identify basic salary/wage expectations for specific occupations in the graphic communications industry.
  Describe basic production equipment used in a commercial printing plant.
  Identify employment opportunities for people with graphic communications skills.
  Identify major printing industry associations.
  Describe counterfeiting and copyright laws.
Practicing Environmental Health, Safety, and First Aid
  Describe the locations and the use of safety equipment in the facility.
  List the safety rules involving products used in graphic imaging.
  List the procedures in case of an injury in the lab.
  Identify the location(s) of first-aid kit(s) and eye-wash station(s).
  Interpret a safety data sheet (SDS).
  Describe personal protective equipment (PPE).
  Describe safety procedures for operating equipment.
  Describe the approved dress code for safe operation, including necessary PPE.
  Pass a general lab safety test with a score of 100 percent.
  Demonstrate compliance with approved methods for the collection and disposal or recycling of waste materials.
  Follow instructions on warning labels.
  Identify the safety color code.
  Comply with school graphics lab rules and regulations.
Preparing Digital Images and Files
  Identify common components of a page.
  Proofread and edit a page of text, adjusting as specified by instructor.
  Define page layout, image editing, and illustration.
  List design software applications.
  Describe office/cloud software applications.
  Create a page, using professional layout software.
  Define red, green, and blue (RGB) and cyan, magenta, yellow, and key (i.e., black) (CMYK) color reproduction.
  Identify the basic elements and principles of design.
  Describe the difference between a raster image and a vector graphic.
  Explain the image resolution requirements for various uses.
  Describe various storage types.
  Explain the significance of portable document format (PDF) as it pertains to the graphic imaging industry.
  Explain the difference between supplying PDF files vs. native files for printing.
  Describe emerging technologies and how they relate to the graphic imaging industry.
  Identify various file formats and their extensions.
Understanding Image Capture
  Explain basic scanning hardware.
  Demonstrate scanner/program operations for various types of artwork and typed materials.
  Capture an image.
  Import digital images from an image-capture device into the computer.
  Download a digital image from a stock-photography website.
  Explain the difference between line art and continuous-tone originals.
  Collect examples of four-color process printing.
  Compare color-quality reproduction requirements of four-color process printing.
Understanding Color Theory
  Explain the use of color digitally vs. in print.
  Explain the Pantone color process.
  Explain the tones of black.
  Explain the effect of lighting on color perception.
  (Optional) Explain the effect of the surround on color perception.
  Explain the significance of standard viewing conditions in the graphic imaging industry.
  Explain the influence of the substrate on color reproduction.
  Identify specialty substrates.
  Gather examples of pulp, plastic, and metal-based substrates.
  Contrast color reproduction viewed on digital display (e.g., monitor, television, tablet, smartphone) vs. print.
Understanding Digital File Output
  Describe how content may be published digitally.
  (Optional) Explain the process of trapping and the reasons why it is necessary.
  Explain the difference between hard and soft proofs.
  Explain the difference between static output and variable output.
  Describe preflighting.
  List common file issues found during preflight.
Understanding Offset and Digital Press Operations
  Identify fundamental press safety procedures.
  Identify basic press systems and their features.
  Describe quality control devices for a press.
  Describe types of 21st century printing equipment and their uses.
  (Optional) Explain digital platemaking equipment for offset plates.
  (Optional) Define computer-to-plate (CTP).
  (Optional) Describe the characteristics of plate material for offset printing.
  (Optional) Describe the capabilities, specifications, and functions of a platesetter.
  Identify quality control marks.
Finishing and Binding Printed Materials
  Describe the differences among in-line, off-line, and near-line finishing.
  List basic paper types, weights, grades, and classifications commonly used in the printing industry.
  Explain operational and safety features of a paper cutter.
  Explain the importance of grain direction of paper.
  Calculate basic paper cuts from a parent sheet, minimizing waste.
  Explain bleed requirements.
  Identify padding equipment, materials, and hand tools.
  Identify stapling and stitching equipment, materials, and supplies.
  Identify in-line and offline punching/drilling equipment and tools.
  Identify folding equipment.
  Identify basic folds for printed products.
  Explain the purpose of a folding dummy.
  Explain the purpose of imposition.
  Identify in-line and offline collating equipment.
  Identify die-cut, embossing, and foil-stamping products and the basic equipment and procedures used for each process.
  Explain binding methods and applications.
  Describe the mailing and distribution process.
  Debate sustainability of print vs. digital media.
  Describe Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified papers.
Using Measurement
  Measure linear dimensions for printing materials in inches and fractions of inches.
  Explain measuring and designing with type.
  Identify the physical characteristics of typographic characters.
  Describe dingbats, bullets, rules, and symbols and their uses in publications.
  Distinguish between display (headline) type and body (text) type by their point sizes and styles.
  Identify the basic type classifications and uses.
  Distinguish between serif and sans serif type styles.
  Measure type and line length.
  (Optional) Measure volume for mixing chemicals for pressroom operations.
  Measure original images for reduction and enlargement, using various methods to determine the percentage for final reproduction.
Applying Basic Mathematics
  Solve basic linear measurement problems.
  Solve basic type calculation problems.
  Solve problems involving basic paper-cutting calculations.
  Solve problems involving conversion between inches and points and between Imperial system and metric.
  Solve word problems that require an understanding of estimating.
Using Job Application and Interpersonal Skills
  Describe the influence of social media on a personal brand or perception.
  Demonstrate how to locate job listings through a variety of sources.
  Interpret the content of job postings.
  Write a résumé that highlights the candidate’s experience, skills, and talents, and includes references.
  Write a cover letter for a specific job.
  Complete an employment application form.
  Identify ways to prepare for a successful interview.
  Participate in a mock interview.
  Write a letter or email to follow up after a job interview.
  Evaluate an employment benefits package.
  Compare job opportunities, including wages, benefits, responsibilities, and potential career growth.
  Observe a commercial printing operation.
  Maintain a career portfolio.
ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION
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