| Graphic Communications is a technology-based, two-year diploma program designed to provide training in modern principles and practices used in the printing and graphic communications industry. A comprehensive hands-on approach ensures that students receive a marketable set of skills within a positive learning environment. The goal of the program is to help the student develop personal and professional competencies in communications, problem solving, teamwork, electronic pre-press, production technologies, and post-press operations that will help lead to successful employment. The program structure is in line with the national skills standards for the printing and graphic communications industry.
Program topics include: problem solving, basic layout & design, electronic pre-press, offset press operation, post-press operation skills, and screen printing. Students are exposed to the computer software applications commonly used in this industry, such as page layout, design, image manipulation, and computer graphics. Other topics include: digital scanning, colour proofing, digital photography, digital printing (colour and black & white), embroidery graphics, laser engraving and 3D printing.
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| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 60 to 100 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
This program requires high school graduation with a 60% average in nine level 3000 credits or equivalent. |
| Application Notes : | Basic computer literacy skills as well as strong core skills in English and Mathematics are definite assets for this program. These skills are important for success in the program. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
