Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VDCE-0003
Organization's ID:
28.00.00
Organization:
Virginia Department of Corrections
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
52 weeks (780 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Typography
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Print Reproduction Techniques
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 6 Fieldwork Practicum
This course is recommended for a total of 12 semester hours in the lower-division baccalaureate/associate degree category.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide instruction that will enable students to acquire entry-level employability skills and job competencies in the printing industry and provide hands-on training in the actual live work of printing services to the Department of Corrections (VADOC).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Use basic computer software related to print production and graphic design
  • Utilize machines in a business environment such as copiers and plate making machines
  • Understand and demonstrate operation of sheet-fed offset press and printers
  • Operation of collator
  • Estimate printing jobs and plan for production
  • Demonstrate how to use a stapler, numbering machine, hole punch and folder, as well as other printing equipment

General Topics:

  • Desk top publishing
  • Copy preparation
  • Offset press operation
  • Bindery operations
  • Job estimating and planning
  • High speed copier operation
  • Employability skills
  • All aspects of the industry
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials