Graphic Communications 🎨📐
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General Information
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Locations:
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Orleans Career and Technical Education Center
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Niagara Career and Technical Education Center
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Teachers:
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OCTEC - Karen Krull (email: kkrull@onboces.org)
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NCTEC - Susan Staddon (email: sstaddon@onboces.org)
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Click on the link to watch our students in action: Graphic Communications Video
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Program Details
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Summary:
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The Graphic Communications program is for junior and senior students who are interested in entering the photography, multimedia, printing and advertising industries.
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Students will learn skills in layout and design with the latest software for digital illustration, photo imaging, digital photography, web design and publishing.
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Through project development, students will discover and design for the promotional world of advertising and marketing.
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After students experience multiple areas within the graphic communication field, they will choose their favorite area to focus on and master in their senior year.
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Objectives:
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Understanding of the multifaceted industry of graphic communications, including fundamental skills in its various fields.
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Learn the latest design software to achieve acceptable standards of work in the graphic design industry.
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To apply traditional methods and digital technology in creative expression.
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To utilize and understand production procedures in the print industry.
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Gain hands on, industry specific experiences in producing graphic communications projects from start to finish.
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Introduction of various forms of print including web, mobile and print.
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Explore creativity and technology of graphic communications through various media including current industry software.
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Areas of Study
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Safety
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Print Design
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Typography
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Color Theory
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Proofreading
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Measurement
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Drawing/Tonal Drawing Styles
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Lithography
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Intaglio
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Relief
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Screen Digital Printing Methods
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Prepress
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Design Elements and Principles
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Web/Mobile Design and Layout
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Package Design
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Advertising and Marketing
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Digital/Studio Photography
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History of Graphic Design
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Traditional and Digital Illustration
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Finishing and Bindery Methods.
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How to Enroll
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Orleans/Niagara BOCES partners with local school districts to provide exciting hands-on career and technical training during normal school day.
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To learn more, speak with your high school counselor.
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NYS Approved Program Title & CIP Code
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Graphic Printing Equipment Operator, General Production – 10.0305
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Career Opportunities
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2-Year CTE Program:
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Craft and Fine Artists, increased demand 1%*
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Associate’s Degree:
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Web Developer, increased demand 13%*
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Bachelor’s Degree:
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Technical Writer, increased demand 8%*
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*Projected national growth for 2016-2026, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
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