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Core Standards of the Course
Standard 01
Students will understand the role of graphic communications.
Objective 0101
Define the role of printing as a means of graphic communications.
Objective 0102
Identify the key developments in the history of printing.
Objective 0104
Identify print markets and types of print business.
Objective 0105
Identify and describe the major printing process.
Objective 0106
Identify the products produced by each major printing process.
Objective 0107
List the advantages and disadvantages of each major printing process.
Objective 0108
List in order the technical production flow from idea to finished product.
Objective 0109
Identify major occupations in the printing industry and their responsibilities.
Objective 0110
Identify and describe basic printing equipment.
Objective 0111
Read and interpret production information from a job ticket/jacket.
Standard 02
Students will understand and demonstrate safe practices.
Objective 0201
List safety rules involving flammable liquids.
Objective 0202
List the steps to be taken in case of injury in the lab.
Objective 0203
Identify location(s) of first aid kit(s).
Objective 0204
Identify location(s) of eye wash station(s).
Objective 0205
Identify where protective safety equipment is needed.
Objective 0206
Follow proper safety procedures when operating equipment.
Objective 0207
Follow approved shop dress code for safe operation.
Objective 0208
Pass general lab safety test.
Objective 0209
Read, comprehend and follow instructions on warning labels and MSDS.
Objective 0210
Demonstrate common sense when working with others.
Standard 03
Students will demonstrate basic mathematical concepts as it applies to graphic communications.
Objective 0301
Solve addition of whole number problems.
Objective 0302
Solve addition of fraction problems.
Objective 0303
Solve addition of decimal problems.
Objective 0304
Solve subtraction of whole number problems.
Objective 0305
Solve subtraction of fraction problems.
Objective 0306
Solve subtraction of decimal problems.
Objective 0307
Solve multiplication of whole numbers.
Objective 0308
Solve multiplication of fraction problems.
Objective 0309
Solve multiplication of decimal problems.
Objective 0310
Solve division of whole number problems.
Objective 0311
Solve division of fraction problems.
Objective 0312
Solve division of decimal problems.
Objective 0313
Solve fractional to decimal conversion problems.
Objective 0314
Solve decimal to fractional conversion problems.
Objective 0315
Solve decimals to percent conversion problems.
Objective 0316
Solve basic linear measure problems.
Objective 0317
Calculate basic paper cuts from stock sheet.
Objective 0318
Solve points to inches conversion problems.
Objective 0319
Calculate the appropriate DPI for scanning various originals.
Objective 0320
Solve cost calculating problems.
Standard 04
Students will understand and demonstrate measuring systems.
Objective 0401
Measure linear dimensions for printing materials in inches & fraction of inches.
Objective 0402
Measure linear dimensions in centimeters & millimeters.
Objective 0403
Measure type in points.
Objective 0404
Measure copy for reduction and enlargement.
Objective 0405
Measure elements in a page layout program.
Standard 05
Students will demonstrate digital file preparation.
Objective 0501
Identify type fundamentals & their uses.
Objective 0502
Identify the fundamentals of the digital prepress workflow.
Objective 0503
Identify the importance of image resolution.
Objective 0504
Identify various digital information storage and their uses.
Objective 0505
Identify various desktop publishing applications and their uses.
Objective 0506
Design a page with appropriate margins, formatting, guides, trims and folds.
Objective 0507
Import text into a page layout program.
Objective 0508
Import an image into a page layout program.
Objective 0509
Identify different file formats and their uses.
Objective 0510
Identify the difference between continuous tone and line art images.
Objective 0511
Identify and describe a halftone.
Objective 0512
Define & identify bleeds.
Objective 0513
Describe the difference between spot and process color.
Objective 0514
Create a spot color in a page layout program.
Objective 0515
Describe the difference between RGB and CMYK.
Objective 0516
Create a multi‐page layout in a page layout program.
Objective 0517
Define the difference between raster and vector.
Objective 0518
Create or edit a vector image in an image editing program.
Objective 0519
Edit a raster image in an image editing program.
Objective 0520
Demonstrate keyboard typing skills.
Standard 06
Students will understand and demonstrate how to capture and image.
Objective 0601
Identify various originals and their scanner settings (ie. Line Art, CT, Printed, Text).
Objective 0602
Understand the effect of DPI on file size.
Objective 0603
Identify basic scanning hardware.
Objective 0604
Identify basic digital camera hardware.
Objective 0605
Capture an image using a scanner or digital camera.
Standard 07
Students will demonstrate digital file output processes.
Objective 0701
Define trapping and its purpose.
Objective 0702
Explain the purpose of a folding dummy.
Objective 0703
Define imposition and signatures.
Objective 0704
Identify computer‐to‐plate systems.
Objective 0705
Identify image and non‐image areas of an offset plate.
Objective 0706
Produce a plate for offset printing.
Objective 0707
Define registration marks and their uses.
Objective 0708
Describe the purpose of a proof.
Objective 0709
Output color separations from a page layout program.
Objective 0710
Output a proper bleed from a page layout program.
Standard 08
Students will be able to safely operate an offset press.
Objective 0801
Identify offset press parts and operations.
Objective 0802
Identify the cylinders of an offset press.
Objective 0803
Identify safety and operation procedures for printing on an offset press.
Objective 0804
Define the principles of offset lithography.
Objective 0805
Compare the differences between digital printing and offset printing.
Objective 0806
Describe printing applications.
Objective 0807
Describe the technologies and equipment used in digital printing.
Objective 0808
Perform setup for printing a single color job.
Objective 0809
Produce a single color job using an offset press.
Objective 0810
Perform basic cleanup of an offset press.
Standard 09
Students will be able to safely finish and bind printed produces.
Objective 0901
Identify operational & safety parts of a paper cutter.
Objective 0902
Identify grain direction of paper.
Objective 0903
Make accurate paper cuts using a mechanized paper cutter.
Objective 0904
Identify basic paper types, and weights.
Objective 0905
Identify padding equipment and materials.
Objective 0906
Produce a pad of paper.
Objective 0907
Identify stapling and stitching equipment.
Objective 0908
Produce side and saddle stitched/stapled product.
Objective 0909
Identify punching/drilling equipment and materials.
Objective 0910
Produce a mechanical, or three ring bound product.
Objective 0911
Identify folding equipment and basic folds.
Objective 0912
Produce a single fold using folding equipment.
Objective 0913
Identify different binding methods and applications. (ie perfect, case, sewn)
Objective 0914
Identify various finishing methods & applications (ie. die‐cutting, stamping, embossing).
Objective 0915
Demonstrate basic paper jogging techniques.
Standard 10
Students will know how to complete a job application and demonstrate interpersonal skills
Objective 1001
Identify personal interests and learning styles.
Objective 1002
Complete a self‐assessment.
Objective 1003
Discover self‐motivation techniques.
Objective 1004
Determine individual time‐management skills.
Objective 1005
Define future occupations.
Objective 1006
Develop awareness of cultural diversity.
Objective 1007
Recognize benefits of doing community service.
Objective 1008
Demonstrate effective communication with others.
Objective 1009
Demonstrate proper work ethics and habits.
Objective 1010
Identify components of an employment portfolio.
Standard 12
Student will understand the need for professional development.
Objective 1201
Complete a personal inventory.
Objective 1202
Set and meet goals.
Objective 1203
Be self‐motivated.
Objective 1204
Know how to make decisions.
Objective 1205
Know how to manage time.
Objective 1206
Organize personal belongings and lab equipment.
Objective 1207
Learn to communicate verbally.
Objective 1208
Write effective communications.
Objective 1209
Establish a personal reading program.
Objective 1210
Develop effective work skills and attitudes.
Objective 1211*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA.
- State the SkillsUSA motto.
- State the SkillsUSA creed.
- Learn the SkillsUSA colors.
- Describe the official SkillsUSA dress.
- Describe the procedure for becoming a SkillsUSA officer.
Standard 13
Student will understand the need for leadership skills.
Objective 1301
Serve on a committee.
Objective 1302
Prepare an agenda.
Objective 1303
Assist in planning a meeting.
Objective 1304
Review basic parliamentary procedure.
Objective 1305
Participate in a school project.
Objective 1306
Attend a community meeting.
Objective 1307
Practice effective speaking.
Objective 1308
Present a three‐ to five‐minute talk.
Objective 1309
Implement a leadership project.
Objective 1310*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA.
- Describe the meaning of the SkillsUSA emblem.
- State the SkillsUSA pledge.
- Describe the duties of a SkillsUSA officer.
Standard 14
Student will understand the need for career planning.
Objective 1401
Define your future occupation.
Objective 1402
Survey employment opportunities.
Objective 1403
Report on a trade journal article.
Objective 1404
Explore opportunities for advanced training.
Objective 1405
Conduct a worker interview.
Objective 1406
Contact a professional association.
Objective 1407
Explore entrepreneurship opportunities.
Objective 1408
Give a talk about your career.
Objective 1409
Review career goals.
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