Proofs and Press Sheet Inspections
What You Will Learn
This course includes a discussion of proofs and proofing systems and the relationship between proofs and press sheet inspections (PSIs). It covers what a PSI is and is not, scheduling of PSIs, PSI procedures, current proof standards and examples, and advice for agency representatives. Agency products and press sheets are discussed, and various press sheets are used in demonstrations. This course may be assisted by a member of GPO's Quality Control area.
Target Student
Creative professionals and others who produce PDF files destined for commercial print contractors and service bureaus; publishing experts and others responsible for the checking and preflighting PDF files for printing; and production managers and others who need a better understanding of the PDF-to-press workflow will find this class valuable. Information is applicable to both Mac and Windows users.
This 3-day hands-on intensive workshop assumes basic knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, and it is strongly recommended that experience in Acrobat Acrobat 8 Professional is necessary. This class also assumes that attendees have knowledge of desktop publishing and printing either by experience or by having taken New Printing Processes and Terminology and Best Practices for Desktop Publishing.
| Cost | $250 |
| When | May 18, 2009 August 14, 2009 |
For custom or on-site classes call for a quote.
U.S. Government Printing Office
Institute for Federal Printing and Electronic Publishing Stop FP, Room C-565
Washington, DC 20401-4302
Email questions & comments to theinstitute@gpo.gov or call 202.512.1283.
Register online at: http://www.gpo.gov/ifpep/registration.htm