Graphic Communications
Under the guidance of professional staff, students will:
- Create custom displays and printed products in our on-site printing lab.
- Develop a professional portfolio to present to prospective employers and colleges.
- Design computer based graphics using Photoshop, Indesign, and Illustrator
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Units of Study
- Job Production Management
- Art & Copy Preparation
- Electronic Imaging
- Image Acquisition & Manipulation
- Platemaking
- Press
- Bindery
Certifications
Graphic Communications students can achieve the following certifications in high school:
- OSHA CareerSafe
- PrintED
- Adobe
College Articulation
Bucks County Community College - Up to 35 Credits
Students must meet program requirements to access credits
- Advanced on NOCTI/NIMS exam
- Completion of Task List
- Technical Entrepreneurship | Catalog
Articulations
* Indicates SOAR Credits
Bucks County Community College - Up to 35 Credits
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Students must meet program requirements to access credits
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Advanced on NOCTI/NIMS exam
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Completion of Task List
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Technical Entrepreneurship | Catalog
Bucks County Community College - 6 Credits
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Digital Imaging
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Graphic Design and Illustration
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology * - 11 Credits
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Printing Processes I
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Intro to Desktop Publishing
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Digital Photography
Graphic Communications & Printing Technology
Westmoreland County Community College * - 9 Credits
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Type and Publishing I
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Art and Illustration I
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Design and Layout I
Communication Design at Westmoreland
Industry Salary Ranges
- Office Machine Operators: $31,470 - $54,260
- Printing Press Operator: $36,130 - $67,590
- Graphic Designer: $39,380 - $100,380
Career Opportunities
- Graphic Designer
- Electronic Pre-Press Technician
- Estimator
- Offset Press Operator
- Sales Manager
- Production Manager
- Bindery & Finishing Equipment Operator
Program Costs
- Certifications: $175
Instructor: Matthew McClung
Email: mmcclung@ubtech.org
Phone: 215-795-2911 x232
