Course Overview
This course concentrates on learning about the different types of plotters (medium, large and grand) as well as the applications of each including: inks (dye, pigment, solvent and eco solvent); the relationship between file, application, ink, media and resolution; how the finishing affects the printing; indoor and outdoor applications; how to tile large outputs; and, how to print on two sides. Students will gain a basic understanding of digital plotter technology and produce a colour managed contract proof to large signage. Topics also include Drop On Demand (DOD) inkjet technology, how inkjet printers work and how to select equipment.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.5
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- Understand Correct file formats for large format inkjet plotters.
- Use Raster Image Processing (RIP) software internal and external. PC or Mac.
- Work with Inks: dye, pigment, solvent, eco solvent and applications.
- Work with media applications: paper (matte, glossy, semi-gloss), vinyl, polyester, canvas, cotton, film.
- Adjust and/or substitute manufacturer’s profiles for color managed workflows.
- Colorspace Conversions RGB vs. CMYK.
- Describe the function of each major subcomponent of a plotter.
- Perform basic diagnostics tasks.
- Perform printer adjustments.
- Compare and describe inkjet RIP technologies.
- Describe available plotter media.
- Understand piezo and thermal inkjet imaging systems.
- Plotter calibration and proof. Single poster and continuous running take-up reels.
Effective as of Fall 2011
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