Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma

Program Standard and Course Guide

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ADMISSIONS

Standard Number: PG02-02-01 (Admission Requirements)

Standard Statement

Statewide admission requirements are implemented for the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program.

Explanatory Comment

Admission refers to regular admission into a diploma program.

Statewide program admission requirements consider state and national occupational licensing and certifying requirements, where applicable. The institution develops and implements clearly stated diploma program admissions policies and procedures.

Admission requirements are related to the functions of the Printing/Graphics Technology profession.

Evaluative Criteria

The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program admission and advanced placement policies and procedures.

The requirements for admission to the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program are:

1. attainment of 16 years of age;

2. documentation of high school graduation or satisfaction of High School Equivalency Certificate requirements;

3. achievement of minimum regular admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as specified in GDTAE document Minimum Program Entrance Scores; and

4. completion of application and related procedures.

 

Admission of transfer students to the Printing/Graphics Technology program is contingent upon their meeting the following requirements:

1. regular admission and good standing at a regionally accredited diploma or degree granting institution; and

2. proper completion of application and related procedures.

      

Standard Number: PG02-02-04 (Provisional Admission Requirements)

Standard Statement

Statewide provisional admission requirements are implemented for the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program.

Explanatory Comment

Provisional admission is granted to qualified students who do not meet the regular admission requirements of the program.

Provisionally admitted students are allowed to take developmental studies courses and/or certain occupational courses as designated in the course sequence standard.

The institution develops, implements, and publishes clearly stated policies and procedures for entry into programs on a provisional basis.

Evaluative Criteria

Provisional admission to the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program is afforded those students who do not meet program requirements but do meet provisional admission requirements.

The requirements for provisional admission to the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program are:

1. attainment of 16 years of age;

2. achievement of minimum provisional admission scores on tests of reading, language, and math as specified in GDTAE document Minimum Program Entrance Scores; or recommendation by program faculty and designated admissions personnel on the basis of interview and assessment of student potential; and

3. completion of application and related procedures.

 

All Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program students initially admitted on a provisional basis meet regular admission requirements prior to graduation.

Provisionally admitted students whose English, math, and/or reading achievement levels do not meet regular program admission requirements are required to enroll in developmental studies courses approved by the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Standard Number:  PG02-03-02 (Program Numbering System)

Standard Statement

A Major Code of PG02 and a CIP Code of 10.0305 are applied to the Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program.
The Printing/Graphics Technology Program Specializations and the assigned specialization major code and CIP codes are as follows:
Specialization Title	Specialization Major Code	Specialization CIP Code
Printing Technology Specialization	PTG2	10.0305
Prepress Technology Specialization	PPS2	10.0303
Small Press Operations	SPR2	10.0307
Large Press Multi-Color Operations	LPR2	10.0307

Explanatory Comment

Assignment of a statewide Major Code PG02 and CIP Code 10.0305 to the diploma program is the basis from which statewide programmatic consistency is developed.

Each degree/diploma/certificate program complies with the assigned Major Code(s) established in the relevant program-specific standards of the State Board of Technical and Adult Education.

Evaluative Criteria

Each authorized degree/diploma/certificate program is assigned a Major Code and CIP Code.

Each degree/diploma/certificate program having a given Major Code is consistent with all other programs throughout the state that have the same Major Code.

Degree/diploma/certificate programs having multiple specializations are assigned a specialization Major Code for each option.

Standard Number: PG02-03-03 (Program Consistency and Sequence)

Standard Statement

The Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program utilizes essential course components consistent with statewide program requirements.  Specific course alphanumeric identification Codes are assigned to each course.  Students are required to progress through two course categories in a developmentally valid sequence.

Explanatory Comment

Programs are assigned an identical Major Code PG02 and are consistent statewide.  Each specific course is assigned an alphanumeric descriptor that serves as a statewide course identification code.

Evaluative Criteria

The Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma program is assigned a Major Code of PG02, and utilizes essential components designated for that program number statewide.  Program components include, but are not limited to:

Program Title

Printing/Graphics Technology, Diploma

Program Description

The Printing/Graphics Technology program prepares students for employment in a variety of positions in today's modern printing industry.  The Printing/Graphics Technology program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for getting a job, keeping it, and being promoted.  Additionally, the program provides opportunities to upgrade present knowledge and skills or to retrain in the area of Printing/Graphics Technology.  Graduates of the program receive a Printing/Graphics Technology diploma with a specialization in one of the following areas:  Printing Technology Specialization; Prepress Technology Specialization; Small Press Operations; or Large Press Multi-Color Operations.