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The Erie County Technical School
is an
ISO 9001:2000 Registered School
and proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Educational Institution

 

Graphic
Communications

Career Research for this Program:  O*Net

Course Description:
 

The Graphic Communications program introduces students to theoretical aspects as well as hands-on experiences using computers, darkroom equipment and printing presses.  Students acquire marketable skills in job planning, design and layout, copy preparation, proofing, plate making, offset press operation, bindery and finishing.


Desktop publishing and computer graphics have become an essential part of the printing industry.
  To meet the demands of the industry, students acquire introductory skills in electronic imaging techniques using software applications including Adobe PhotoShop and PageMaker.
 
 

Prospective students should possess the following characteristics: creative mind, good typing skills, good background in English and spelling, strong mechanical skills, good attention to detail, organized and neatness.
 

Employment Opportunities: 

  • Typesetter

  • Offset press operator

  • Bindery worker

  • Press helper

  • Camera operator

  • Proofreader

  • Plate maker

  • Layout artist

  • Opaquer

"Plus Education" Employment Opportunities: 

  • Production manager

  • Print shop supervisor

  • Graphic designer

  • Graphics sales representative

  • Printing plant engineer

  • Graphic specialist

On To College--Post-Secondary Partners:
  • Pennsylvania College of Technology

National Skill Standards:  Graphic Arts Education & Research Foundation

Curriculum Information:

Program Course Guide     Course Sequence     Duty & Task List