Technology & Design
Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by an industry-certified professional. Study draft only.
Printing & Signage
4–6 mo full-time · 900 clock hours. VT-BUILD-V1 #9754 (2026-09-28): courses, lessons and assessments written for the trade by the build hub; draft pending review.
Core curriculum
Workplace safety, lockout/tagout, and PPE practicestrade math and measurementprofessional communication and career readinessdigital and offset printing principles and operationwide-format and UV printing techniques and equipmentvinyl application and vehicle/surface wrapssign fabrication methods and installation proceduresprepress workflows, color management, and file preparationmuseum-quality panel productiona capstone project integrating program skillsexternship and worksite placement with industry employerspreparation for PIA/Printing United and 3M Preferred Installer certification exams
Course & assessment plan
10 courses · 900 clock hours · tuition $8,605 COMPLIMENTARY (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| 3M Preferred Installer | Industry certification | 3M Commercial Solutions |
| PIA/Printing United Certification | Industry certification | Printing United Alliance |
Universal core (all programs)
| Module | Hours |
|---|---|
| Workplace safety (OSHA 10) | 10 |
| First aid / CPR / AED | 8 |
| Applied math & measurement | 40 |
| Technical reading & writing | 30 |
| Digital literacy (IC3/MOS) | 30 |
| Career readiness (NCCER Core / WorkKeys) | 30 |
Stackable pathways
Studio & Print: Graphic & Digital Media → Printing & Signage
