A study of complex binding and finishing technology. The course places emphasis on the technical and managerial aspects of binding and finishing topics. These include: the workflows of projects requiring multiple binding and finishing operations, the interrelationship between the bindery and the production processes that precede it, computer assisted manufacturing using JDF enabled software, and potential value added services that a bindery can provide. Students will also learn the set-up procedures of the primary types of binding equipment by way of lab demonstrations and hands-on lab assignments including folding, stitching, adhesive binding, mechanical binding, and case bound book production. Lect: 1 hr./Lab: 2 hrs. Prerequisite: GRA 320 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
