The required and elective courses you would take for Platemaker Imager majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

• Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
• Computer Typography and Composition Equipment Operator
• Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
• Graphic Communications
• Information Technology
• Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
• Printing Management
• Printing Press Operator