Package Printing 101
Evaluate the critical information and processes required for successful package development as they relate to printing.
What you will learn
This course will enable you to make proper decisions within package development and printing by covering essential topics like printing techniques (e.g., flexography, lithography, gravure, screen printing, digital printing), print-packaging integration, cost analysis, graphic workflow, and more. Learn from printing industry veterans as they share best practices in package printing.
Course Objectives
Unveil the intersection between print and packaging through artwork and design principles and terminology
Understand the advantages, disadvantages, and costs associated with each of the mentioned processes
Compare how different packaging development processes can impact your industry projects through application
Review the graphic development workflow, beginning with color management strategies and ending with printing methods
Hear from exclusive tips from industry experts on best practices in package printing
Course Outline
1.0 Printing Overview
- 1.1Course Disclaimer(pdf)
- 1.2Navigation Tutorial (video)
- 1.3Package Printing Workbook (download)
- 1.4Welcome - Introduction to Package Printing(video)
- 1.5History of Printing(multimedia)
- 1.6The State of the Industry Infographic (pdf)
- 1.7Package Printing Glossary(pdf)
2.0 Printing 101
- 2.1Introduction to Printing 101(video)
- 2.2Color Theory(video)
- 2.3Artwork & Design(video)
- 2.4Ordering Process(pdf)
- 2.5Print Order Checklist(pdf)
- 2.6Overruns and Underruns(video)
- 2.7Inks(video)
- 2.8Prepress(video)
- 2.9Knowledge Check: Printing 101(quiz)
3.0 Printing Processes
- 3.1Introduction to Processes(video)
- 3.2Letterpress(video)
- 3.3Flexography(multimedia)
- 3.4Offset Lithography(multimedia)
- 3.5Gravure / Intaglio(video)
- 3.6Screen Printing(video)
- 3.7Digital Printing(multimedia)
- 3.8Combination Presses(pdf)
- 3.9Post Press(video)
- 3.10Selection Strategy(multimedia)
- 3.11Future of Print(video)
- 3.12Knowledge Check: Printing Processes(quiz)
4.0 Printing Packaging
- 4.1Introduction to Printing Packaging(video)
- 4.2General Labeling(video)
- 4.3Cartons and Containers(video)
- 4.4Flexible Packaging Systems(video)
- 4.5Metal and Glass(video)
- 4.6Plastic Packaging(video)
- 4.7Bonus: Sustainable Printing Webinar(video)
- 4.8Sustainable Printing Checklist(pdf)
- 4.9Exploring Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Packaging Laws(pdf)
- 4.10Design Inspiration(multimedia)
- 4.11Knowledge Check: Printing Packaging(quiz)
5.0 Conclusion
- 5.1That's a Wrap!(video)
- 5.2Package Printing Exam Instructions(pdf)
- 5.3Final Exam(quiz)
- 5.4Give Us Your Feedback (multimedia)
Instructor
Andrew Hurley, PhDFounder
43 Lessons
22 Videos
4 Hours
Choose Your Access
Get the flexibility you need to learn packaging on your schedule.
Certificate of Packaging Science (CPS)
This course as part of the Certificate of Packaging Science, a comprehensive program covering all major aspects of packaging materials, processes, and design.
