The academic content and curriculum of the Printing and Publishing Technologies Associate Degree Program is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills specific to the printing and publishing industry. The curriculum usually covers a two-year training period and is organized to follow the technological developments in the sector.
Basic Courses: In the first phase of the program, students are taught the basics of printing and publishing technologies. These basic courses may include graphic design principles, introduction to printing technologies, basic computer usage and digital printing principles.
Technical and Applied Courses: Students are trained in more technical subjects such as printing techniques, graphic design software, color management, typography, page layout and prepress processes. At this stage, students are taught the use of software and hardware commonly used in the industry.
Sector Specific Courses: The curriculum includes industry-specific subjects such as publishing ethics, printing press management, printing materials and post-press operations. These courses provide students with the opportunity to understand the functioning of the printing and publishing industry, quality control processes and production management.
Practical Applications and Workshops: Students are given the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge they have learned in practice. Workshops and laboratory courses allow students to work on printing machines and related equipment.
Internship and Field Experience: Most programs offer students the opportunity to do internships in the industry. Internships allow students to gain experience in a real work environment and meet professionals in the industry.
The overall aim of the curriculum is to equip students with the technical skills and knowledge required by the printing and publishing industry and to prepare them for various career paths in the sector. By combining both theoretical and practical learning, the program aims to enable graduates to work effectively in this rapidly changing industry.