Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

GCC 2161 Production Work Flow 1

Course Information

Course information
Course Number GCC 2161
Course Title Production Work Flow 1
Description This course is designed to introduce the Graphic Communications student to the workplace through tours, live projects, and special topics. Students will perform production tasks of design work of the student and/or live work of a customer within the college or non-profit entities within the community. These hands-on projects will incorporate all phases of graphic communications from design to workflow to production and finishing. Emerging technology and topics will also be discussed and researched as part of this course. (Prerequisites: GCC 1220 and GCC 1260)
Total Credits 3
Total Hours 80
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 1 Credit, 27 Hours
Lab 2 Credits, 53 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: GCC 1220 and GCC 1260

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Differentiate various processes within Graphic Communications facilities.
  2. Interpret workflows within the industry.
  3. Explain various substrates and inks within the industry.
  4. Demonstrate proficiency while working with various file structures.
  5. Implement a process for preflighting files.
  6. Apply color management to files from creation to output.
  7. Perform proofing and plating outputs.
  8. Operate printing equipment.
  9. Operate finishing equipment.
  10. Maintain equipment within the lab.
  11. Utilize various networks and storage devices for saving digital files.
  12. Research costs involved within the industry.
  13. Research emerging trends and technology within the industry.
  14. Demonstrate industry-related work ethics and habits.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

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