Electronic Prepress Operations

An open entry/open-exit modular course preparing individuals for entry-level employment in the graphics industry as electronic prepress technician, scanner operator, platemaker/CTP, proofer, or bindery operator, with supportive skills in related printing operations. Students work in a real-world environment. Safety procedures, stocks and materials, bidding and estimating, work orders, preparing digital files using industry-standard software and hardware, layout, platemaking/CTP, and use of bindery equipment are all part of the course. Students prepare a portfolio of completed assignments. (FT)