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Visual Communications Technology (VCT)
Program 2007-2008
Option B:
Digital Image Production
Option Description
The Digital Image Production option is designed for students
with a primary interest in understanding current
image production technologies. Production of digital
images requires a thorough understanding of digital
image construction, document pre-flighting and color
management as well as print production skills in offset,
toner-based and inkjet printing systems. Students use
problem-solving skills to assess and correct electronic documents
and produce printed materials in each of these
printing technologies. They also gain customer service
and management skills such as cost estimating, job planning
and inventory control.
Option
Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Apply concepts of page layout (application and
manipulation of content) for electronic output.
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Use the concepts of production flow in
implementing production art for publishing.
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Use the file management system of the Macintosh
electronic environment to organize, store and locate documents
for use in publication construction and output.
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Recognize, differentiate and use appropriately
graphic file formats for the Macintosh electronic environment.
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Demonstrate an understanding of typography and
font use in a production environment.
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Demonstrate an understanding of vector and
graphic image management in a production environment.
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Demonstrate understanding of color management in
digital printing systems.
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Demonstrate an understanding of current trends
in printing and visual image production.
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Identify and explore troubleshooting methods for
production processes.
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Demonstrate an understanding of, and produce,
various forms of printing including on-demand toner-based
inkjet, large format inkjet and sheet and web format offset
systems.
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Perform basic bindery and finishing operations.
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Identify and practice appropriate standards of
performance and safety in each work area.
Program Planning Sheet
This gives students information
on the courses required to complete this degree.
VCT
Digital Image Production
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Digital Arts and Imagery
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