Graphics & Printing Communications
This exciting program teaches students a wide variety of skills within the Graphics & Printing Industry such as graphic design, computer hardware and software, pre-press, printing methods, bindery, and digital photography. Students get hands on work experience and use state of the art software and equipment.
Special Class Features
- Job Shadowing
- Mentorships
- Opportunity to earn college credit
- Professional guest speakers
- Opportunity to compete in SkillsUSA
- Field trips
- Develop a professional portfolio
- Learn and explore many content areas
- 1 or 2 year program
Course Content
- Digital SLR photography & concepts
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Typography
- Layout and Design
- Dye Sublimation Printing
- Color Theory
- Vinyl Graphics
- Offset Printing
- Digital Printing
- Bindery
- Scanning
- Screen Printing
- Large Format Printing
- Safety
Future Employment
Students will be prepared to go directly to work in the printing industry or to continue their education at community colleges, universities or art & design institutions.
Articulation and/or Credentials
Students can earn college credit at Ferris State University, Delta College, Baker College Flint & The Art Institutes.
