The Science of How We See, Measure, and Control Color
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-03 | - |
Program Overview
The Science of How We See, Measure, and Control Color
Course Overview
The Science of How We See, Measure, and Control Color is a comprehensive course that explores the science and application of color perception, measurement, communication, and control. Designed for color professionals, designers, and anyone working in a color-critical field, the course breaks down complex color theory and technology into accessible, practical knowledge.
Course Details
- Course Number: Not specified
- Date: 03/09/2026 - 03/10/2026
- Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Location: 240 South Forge Street, Akron, Ohio 44325, Classroom 217 (Located inside the National Polymer Innovation Center)
- Cost: $1,000.00 USD
- CEU's: 2.0
- Instructor: Ronald Beck
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Color scientists and technicians
- Product developers and quality control specialists
- Graphic and industrial designers
- Print and textile professionals
- Anyone working in a color-sensitive industry
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe color using industry-standard systems
- Understand the physical and perceptual foundations of color
- Measure and evaluate color with accuracy
- Set tolerances and quantify color differences
- Control and troubleshoot color throughout the product lifecycle
Instructor Biography
Ronald Beck is a seasoned expert in Color Science and Six Sigma methodologies, with a distinguished career spanning over four decades. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Science from the University of Akron, with concentrations in Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science. He further advanced his expertise by completing graduate coursework in Color Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology and earning a Six Sigma Black Belt certification from the American Society for Quality (ASQ).
Course Outline
The course is divided into five interconnected modules:
- Describing Color
- Objective: To understand the three-dimensional nature of color and how to communicate it effectively.
- Topics: Hue, Value (Lightness), Chroma (Saturation), Munsell, Pantone, and CIE color systems.
- Defining Color
- Objective: To understand how the interaction of light, objects, and human vision defines color.
- Topics: Physical stimulus of light sources, object modification of light, physiology of the eye, and neurological processes involved in color perception.
- Color Measurement
- Objective: To understand both visual and instrumental methods of measuring color.
- Topics: Spectrophotometry, Tristimulus values, Color space transformations, Perceptibility vs. Acceptability, Opponent color systems, and One-dimensional color scales.
- Color Differences
- Objective: To quantify and interpret differences between colors.
- Topics: Color difference formulas (e.g., E values), Visual vs. numerical assessments, and Setting color tolerances for quality control.
- Controlling Color
- Objective: To equip students with methods to maintain and manage color accuracy throughout production.
- Topics: Calibration and verification of instruments, Improving measurement precision, Defining and refining color targets, Understanding inter-instrument agreement (correlation), Establishing and maintaining tolerances, and Troubleshooting and resolving color issues in customer interactions.
Registration Information
- Registration shall remain open until posted as closed on the course listing.
- Registrations must be guaranteed by check, a purchase order number, or a credit card.
- Course fees are due before attending.
- Enrollment is limited and on a first-come basis. Early registration is strongly recommended.