G C 605 Package and Specialty Printing 2(2,0) Problems and processes for printing and converting in package, label, and specialty printing industries. Flexographic preparation, printing, die making, diecutting, transfer printing, screen container printing, pad printing, and bar code production are covered. New developments and trends are discussed. To be taken concurrently with G C 606. Preq: G C 245, 310, 350; or consent of instructor.
G C 606 Package and Specialty Printing Laboratory 2(0,6) Laboratory in techniques for printing and converting in package, label, and specialty printing industries. Experiences in flexographic prepress; printing; die design, die making, and diecutting for label, folding cartons, and corrugated; and glass, plastic, and metal container printing. Preq: G C 245, 310, 350 or consent of instructor; concurrent enrollment in G C 605.
G C 607 Advanced Flexographic Methods 4(2,6) In-depth study of the methods used in flexo-graphic printing and converting porous and nonporous substrates. Theory and laboratory applications include setting standards for process color, preparation of plate systems, ink mixing and color matching, testing of films and foils, analysis of recent developments, and prediction of future markets. Preq: G C 606 or consent of instructor.
G C 640 Commercial Printing 5(2,9) Advances skills learned in previous graphic communications courses and applies the knowledge to large format presses. Students work from the design conception stage through all aspects of preparation, production, and finishing. Emphasis is on understanding and incorporating emerging technologies into the production workflow. Preq: G C 310 and 350 or consent of instructor.
G C 644 Current Developments and Trends in Graphic Communications 4(2,6) Advanced course for Graphic Communications majors. Emphasis is on the theory and technical developments that affect process and equipment selection. Topics include color theory and application, electronic color scanning, electronic prepress and communications, gravure color quality control and analysis. Preq: G C 605, 606, 640.
G C 645 Advanced Screen Printing Methods 3(2,3) Systems and materials used in the screen printing process emphasizing techniques of control and procedures for establishing screen printing methods and standards. Preq: G C 207 or consent of instructor.
G C 646 Ink and Substrates 3(2,3) Covers components, manufacturing, process use, and end use of ink and substrates used in lithography, flexo-graphy, gravure, and screen printing. Examines the interrelationship among inks, substrates, and the printing process. Through controlled testing and examination, the optimum conditions for improved printability are determined. Preq: G C 605; 606 or 640; or consent of instructor.
G C 648 Planning and Controlling Printing Functions 3(2,3) Study of systems for setting printing production standards, estimating, scheduling, job planning, and the selection of new hardware and technologies. Preq: G C 350, 450, 605, 606, 640, or consent of instructor.
G C 690 Graphic Communications Selected Topics 1-3(1-3,0) Subjects not covered in other graphic communications courses; organized according to industry trends and student needs. May be repeated for a maximum of 18 credits, but only if different topics are covered. Preq: Consent of instructor.
G C 801 Process Control in Color Reproduction 3(2,3) Techniques and rationale for procedures used in reproducing color originals for printed media. Topics include color systems, measurement, reproduction characteristics, proofing systems, process evaluation/analysis for offset, gravure, flexographic, and screen printing processes. Preq: G C 644 or equivalent.
G C 811 Printing Industry Operations 3(2,3) Concepts and principles of operations and applications of technology and trends within the printing, publishing, packaging, and allied industries. Twelve plant visits supplement study of the organization, management, marketing, economics, production, environmental issues, and products of modern graphic communications firms.
G C 831 Color Science Applied to Graphic Communications 3(2,3) Color reproduction applications found in both photomechanical and digital workflows for print production; foundation in color science principles, measurement, and integration relative to the printing, publishing, and packaging industry; color systems development, application, and integration. Preq: Consent of instructor.
G C 850 Graphic Communications Internship 1(1,0) Full-time employment for hands-on experiences in manufacturing, marketing, or managing within the graphic communications industry. For Graphic Communications graduate students only. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits. Preq: G C 310 or equivalent and consent of instructor.
G C 891 Master's Thesis Research 1-6(1-6,0) Student participation in a research project. Basic skills in a selected research methodology are developed. Preq: G C 894.
G C 894 Graphic Communications Graduate Seminar 1(1,0) Discussions on relevant topics and guidance to prepare research proposals in the graphic communications field. May be repeated for a maximum of two credits, but only if different topics are covered. Preq: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
G C 897 Graphic Communications Research Problems I 3(3,0) In-depth investigation of phenomena relative to the printing, publishing, packaging, or allied industries. Preq: G C 894, acceptance of a written proposal, approval of advisor.
G C 898 Graphic Communications Research Problems II 3(3,0) Continuation of G C 897. In-depth investigation of phenomena relative to the printing, publishing, packaging, or allied industries. Preq: G C 894, 897, acceptance of a written proposal, approval of advisor.