Printing Processes
Name the printing process known for its high-resolution and photo-realistic quality.
What is offset lithography?
What are the primary colors in the RGB color model?
What are red, green, and blue?
Which Adobe program is best for layout design?
What is Adobe InDesign?
What year was TMU established?
What is 1948
What does FSC certification stand for in paper products?
What is Forest Stewardship Council certification?
Which process is commonly used for packaging, especially on plastics and metals?
What is flexography?
Explain CMYK and why it’s important in print.
CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key/Black) is used in printing because it reflects the colors on paper by subtracting light, producing full-color image
What is the main use of Adobe Illustrator in GCM projects?
Illustrator is used for creating vector graphics, which are essential for logos, illustrations, and scalable designs.
How many concentrations can GCM students choose from?
What are four concentrations? (Print Media, Packaging, Publishing, and Digital Media?
What does EPR stand for?
What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?
What is the primary difference between flexography and lithography?
Flexography uses flexible plates and is ideal for packaging, while lithography uses flat plates and is better suited for high-quality paper printing.
What does "spot color" mean in printing?
Spot color is a premixed ink used for precise color matching, often for logos or brand colors.
How do you convert text to outlines in Illustrator?
Select the text, then go to Type > Create Outlines to convert it to a vector shape.
Name a prominent industry event GCM students often attend.
What is Pack Expo?
Name an eco-friendly ink type that is widely used in sustainable printing.
What is soy-based ink?
Which printing method uses digital files directly to create prints without a traditional plate?
What is digital printing?
Describe the difference between additive and subtractive color models.
Additive color mixing (RGB) is used in screens and adds light, while subtractive color mixing (CMYK) is used in print and removes light.
Explain how to create a clipping mask in Photoshop.
Place the image over the shape or layer, right-click the image layer, and select Create Clipping Mask to confine it within the shape.
What is the role of the Phoenix Challenge Competition in GCM?
It’s a flexography competition that allows students to apply their skills and network with industry professionals.
What is the purpose of de-inking in paper recycling?
De-inking removes ink and contaminants from recycled paper to improve its quality for reuse.
Describe the benefits of gravure printing for long print runs.
Gravure printing is cost-effective and produces consistent quality for high-volume runs due to its durable engraved cylinders.
What is color gamut, and why does it matter in printing?
Color gamut refers to the range of colors a device or process can reproduce; it’s crucial in printing to ensure colors look consistent.
Which tool in InDesign is used to manage master pages?
What is the Pages Panel?
Which iconic printing press is displayed in the GCM lobby?
What is the Heidelberg press?
How does soy-based ink benefit the environment compared to traditional inks?
Soy-based ink is more biodegradable and produces fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making it environmentally friendly.