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GCM 240
Material Science for Print
This course introduces students to the science of materials, including paper, ink, toners and other materials used in the printing industry. Tests are conducted for printability, runability and end-use properties. Students learn how to interpret observations and raw data, and through various testing protocols, learn how to meaningfully report results, and make evidence-based recommendations. Students learn how to collaborate with clients, designers and printers to select the best materials for a printing project.
Weekly Contact: Lab: 2 hrs. Lecture: 1 hr.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1
Mentioned in the Following Calendar Pages
*List may not include courses that are on a common table shared between programs.
- GCM 826 - Plastics and Packaging
- GCM 854 - Advanced Material Science
- GCM 871 - Research Design and Methods
- Graphic Communications Management