GRT 453 - Printing Methods Capstone

1. Demonstrate the ability to plan and coordinate projects for print production.
   1. Define job coordination
   2. Identify considerations for planning jobs
   3. Outline quality expectations
   4. List job specifications
   5. Complete quotation or estimate
2. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with others
   1. Participate as a team member in collaborative project
   2. Attend progress meetings with other classmates
   3. Assist the class in completion of capstone project
3. Prepare resume for professional review
   1. Complete a final typewritten draft of final copy
   2. Complete final layout of resume
   3. Prepare final resume for hard copy distribution
   4. Prepare final resume for electronic distribution
4. Complete a portfolio for professional review
   1. Review final portfolio with course instructor as scheduled
   2. Assemble, organize and present portfolio on time and as scheduled.
   3. Evaluate portfolio and make decisions for future portfolio based on review
5. Apply prepress procedures to and advanced level project
   1. Prepare a proof for the customer
   2. Prepare an offset plate for press
6. Print an advanced level product
   1. Completing a four color process job
   2. Complete a multi signature booklet, stitched and trimmed.
   3. Utilize superior quality control to achieve a desirable finished product.
7. Finish a project using standard bindery and cutting equipment.
   1. Complete a project with a parallel and/or right angle folds.
   2. Use a press paper cutter to finish a printed job
8. Prepare packaging and distribution for project
   1. Shrink wrap, or kraft wrap, and box the finished job.
   2. Complete delivery instructions to a client.
   3. Maintain a minimum of five finished samples for the job ticket
9. Work with a customer to complete a print project.
   1. Prepare estimate for customer
   2. Communicate with customer on job progress
   3. Prepare and obtain proper proofs for customer approval.
10. Apply equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
    1. Maintain routine maintenance
    2. Troubleshoot printing, ink or paper related problem
    3. Maintain accurate maintenance record
11. Apply knowledge of print shop safety precautions
    1. Act with safety around equipment
    2. Act with safety with all shop chemicals
    3. Keep accurate records and labeling for OSHA regulations
12. Assist in planning a portfolio showing event
    1. Participate in class discussions for this show
    2. Prepare and mount entries for contest
    3. Attend portfolio event