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Ins 123: Introduction To Print Production Question Paper

Ins 123: Introduction To Print Production

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Information Sciences

Institution: Moi University question papers

Exam Year:2013

MOI UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2012/2013 ACADEMIC YEAR
FIRST YEAR SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION
FOR THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN
INFORMATION SCIENCES
COURSE CODE: INS 123
COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO PRINT PRODUCTION
DATE: 4TH JULY, 2013 TIME: 9.00 A.M. – 12.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES
• SEE INSIDE

THIS PAPER CONSISTS OF (2) PRINTED PAGES PLEASE TURN OVER
MOI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLISHING AND MEDIA STUDIES
SECOND SEMESTER 2012/2013 ACADEMIC YEAR EXAMINATIONS
COURSE CODE: INS 123
COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO PRINT PRODUCTION TIME: 2 Hrs 15 Mins
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INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
• Answer any THREE questions
• All questions carry equal marks [20 marks]

1. Discuss FIVE design characteristics of type guide typographers in selection and use of typefaces.
2. Using relevant examples identify FIVE paper varieties and explain how they are used in print production.
3. Using relevant examples, describe the fundamental principles of perfect binding method and outline its advantages and disadvantages.
4. With the aid of a diagram, explain the principles of offset lithographic printing method and its advantages and disadvantages.
5. Explain FIVE characteristics of letterpress printing inks highlighting how they are formulated before they are used for print production.
6. Explain FIVE major factors that affect readability of typeset text.

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