Modification History
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ICAICT204A |
This version first released with ICA11 Information and Communications Technology Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify, select and use a digital media package and supporting technologies.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to information and communications technology people who need to use a digital media package to produce a variety of media rich documents within a small to large office environment.
The ability to incorporate and use digital media for a variety of business presentation purposes is a key component of any business or office environment.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Use appropriate OHS office work practices |
1.1 Use safe work practices to ensure ergonomic, work organisation, energy and resource conservation requirements are addressed 1.2 Use wrist rests and document holders where appropriate 1.3 Use monitor anti-glare and radiation reduction screens where appropriate |
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2. Identify and select appropriate digital media package |
2.1 Identify the basic requirements of a design brief , including user environment 2.2 Research and review suitable available digital media packages 2.3 Select an appropriate digital media package to meet design brief requirements |
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3. Use digital media package |
3.1 Procure or create suitable data to meet requirements of the brief 3.2 Manipulate data using digital media package tools 3.3 Ensure naming and storing of documents in appropriate file format in directories or folders |
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4. Review digital media design |
4.1 Evaluate design for creative, dramatic and technical quality, file size, and suitability to meet the brief 4.2 Test and run any incorporated graphics, video or sound as part of a digital media presentation and present designs in the appropriate format 4.3 Review final product against design brief |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- communicate with peers and supervisors
- seek assistance and expert advice
- literacy skills to:
- interpret user manuals and help functions
- read and write basic design briefs
- numeracy skills to apply graphical measurements
- problem-solving skills to manage applications and use help functions
- research skills to review and select appropriate digital media packages and technologies
- technical skills to:
- operate a PC and printer
- manipulate digital photographs, images, videos and sound
- use digital media packages
- use digital media technologies
- use a keyboard to enter text, data and graphics.
Required knowledge
- basic principles of visual design
- functions and features of digital media packages and technologies
- graphic design and stylistic language conventions
- OHS principles and responsibilities for ergonomics, such as work periods and breaks
- principles of digital imaging and file formats, video and sound file formats, file management and transfer systems
- vendor product directions in digital media hardware and software
- visualisation and interpreting creative information, scripts (text) and images.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs. |
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support. In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
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Ergonomic, work organisation, energy and resource conservation requirements may include: |
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Design brief may include: |
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Digital media packages may include: |
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Data may include: |
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Naming and storing documents may include: |
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File format may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
General ICT
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
