F Intermediate Offset Presswork

Catalog description

72 hours lecture and 126 hours lab per term. This intermediate course covers the technical aspects of lithographic, sheeted offset presswork and intermediate lithographic theory. This course is designed for those entering the printing field and are interested in training for large press operation. Course content includes the application to knowledge and performance of pressroom safety, the cylinder system, inking and dampening systems, press make-ready procedures, multicolor printing, press maintenance techniques, and an exposure to intermediate production techniques. Emphasis is on completion of the knowledge certificate by passing the GATF/PIA-SC, Fullerton College examination. This is the completion of the Sheeted Offset Press Certification initiated in the PRNT 171 F prerequisite. (Graphic Arts Technical Foundation - GATF -Certification) (CSU) (Degree Credit)