Instructors

Innerarity, Polly
Instructor, Graphic Design
Polly.Innerarity@cttech.org
(860) 951-7112 x5507

Program Description

Graphic Design students are introduced to the basic concepts of page layout and graphic design, methods of print production, and image development for new media. Students are introduced to the legal restrictions of the printing industry and laws of copyright and intellectual property. Students learn the printing and bindery process, fundamentals of type, typesetting, page layout, proofreading, line photography, image assembly, and substrates. In advanced grades students are instructed in intermediate typesetting, the design of multicolor documents, multicolor print production, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. To prepare students for the business side of graphics industry, they receive instruction in job estimation, advanced typesetting, color theory, and advanced graphic design using high-tech software such as the Adobe Creative Suite.

Shop Information

To learn more about Connecticut Technical Education and Career System’s Graphic Design program standards, industry certifications earned, course breakdown, and career/college pathways, please visit our district website.

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