Computer Publishing and Printing Management provides students with an understanding and hands-on working knowledge of the printing industry, which include the processes necessary for efficient production and precise quality printing. Students will become proficient with all current software used in the creation of electronic pages for output to printing presses as well as websites. Software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign will be used to integrate type, art, digital illustrations and color images into electronic page format on Macintosh microcomputers. Instruction is given in image manipulation, color correction and color theory. Students can also learn offset press operation as well as binding and finishing operations on automatic folders and power paper cutter. Other software for web publishing will be taught such as Macromedia Director, Dreamweaver and Flash for the creation of digital images with animation for the World Wide Web.

In addition, the Computer Publishing and Printing Management Department responds to business needs by providing customized training as requested. For more in-depth course information or to design a training program specific to your needs, contact the Program Director; Fred Howell, either by telephone (240) 567-7530 or e-mail Frederick.Howell@montgomerycollege.edu.

Computer Publishing and Printing Management listing of programs and degrees offered

Computer Publishing & Printing Management:      Associate of Applied Science Degree      Printing Technology Certificate      Electronic Imaging Prepress Certificate Interdepartmental Certificates:      Internet Games and Simulation Continuing Education Courses      Printing Management      Digital Design & Computer Publishing Customized Training for Industry

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