Printing Technologies

Printing Technologies

 

Printing Technician

In today`s high-tech, fast-paced world of digital color printing a key to an entry-level job is understanding the new technology. As the printing industry continues to evolve in digital automation, the worker of the future will need these new skills in technology to be productive. A skilled worker will understand the use of the computer and software as it is applied on the job. A worker entering the new age of the printing industry will have the traditional skills of a machine operator that are blended with the latest technology of digital printing equipment. Workflow, efficiency, equipment maintenance, and quality control are also covered.

Program Title:
Printing Technologies

Award Type:
Occupational Certificate

Credits: Total Occupational Certificate Credits 30
Career Opportunities:
Students who pursue this certificate are preparing themselves for a common entry-level position in today`s printing industry.

Choose Total Occupational Certificate Credits 30 credits from the following areas:
Technical Studies Required: 24 Credits
MPRT1200 Fundamentals of Printing 3
MPRT1210 Color Applications 3
MPRT1219 Prepress Essentials 3
MPRT1246 Offset Press Operations I 4
MPRT1251 Bindery/Finishing Operations 4
MPRT1270 Macintosh Computer Technology 3
MPRT1346 Offset Press Operations II 4
or
MPRT2251 Advanced Bindery/Finishing Operations 4
Technical Studies Electives: 6 Credits
Any MGDP, MMVP, -or- MPRT course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.
General Education Required: 0 Credits
General Education Electives: 0 Credits

Last updated: 2011-12-16 12:49:50