GDN2120

Print technology

4 points
* Two studio hours per week
* Full-year subject
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: GDN1120

Objectives On successful completion of this subject the student should be able to demonstrate skills in use of typography, from choice of typeface, size and colour, to specifying and setting type; understand the uses and limitations of tools and materials required in the preparation of finished artwork; understand all components of finished artwork and the prepress processes for print reproduction; have the basic knowledge of printing processes and the range and limitations of paperstocks available in order to select the appropriate methods to achieve optimum results; understand the costs involved in production so as to be able to estimate for clients, work with set budgets and prepare presentations of costing and production schedules.

Synopsis This is a series of lectures and applied instruction which will expand upon technical knowledge acquired in first year GDN1120 (Typography) and GDN1150 (Graphic design practice). Aspects covered will be type, typesetting terminology, methods of production, printing techniques and requirements, and paper selection. The preparation of finished artwork for B/W and colour reproduction and an overview of compatible computer technology will be covered in a series of projects. A pass must be obtained in this subject in order to proceed to third-year studies.

Assessment Assigned projects: 70%
* Class presentation: 15%
* Written test: 15%