Program Overview

Introduction to the Sonoco Institute: Intro to Flexo - Spanish Program

The Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics at Clemson University offers an online course, Intro to Flexo - Spanish, designed for individuals seeking fundamental knowledge of the flexographic printing process.

Course Description

This online course, taught by flexographic experts, combines visual instruction with interactive modules utilizing the Sonoco Institute's STRIPE Online platform. The platform provides a real-to-life simulation of the institute's own pressroom and narrow-web flexographic press.

Course Topics

• Overview of Major Printing Processes
  • Image Reproduction
  • Ink and Ink Delivery
  • Flexographic Platemaking
  • Press Component Identification
  • Density and Tone Value
  • Evaluating a Banded Anilox Test
  • Measuring Color
  • Prepress for Flexography
  • Process Control and Troubleshooting
  • Current Trends in Flexography

Course Requirements

Participants must submit 11 module quizzes to complete the course.

Technical Requirements

To participate fully in this course, students will need:

• An active email address
• A desktop computer or laptop (recommended)
• Access to a high-speed internet connection
• A web browser compatible with the course platform (Chrome and Firefox are recommended)
• Headphones or speakers (closed captioning also available)
• Basic computer skills, including internet browsing, using email, typing, downloading files, and basic troubleshooting.

Program Details

The course is available online and is taught in Spanish. The tuition fee for the course is $895. It is essential to note that this is a non-credit course, which does not post to the Clemson University transcript and does not count toward a student's academic record. Neither grade nor credit is earned upon completion of the course.