Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply digital workflow from concept stage to completion and delivery. If focuses on a basic knowledge and the application of digital workflow that could include customer service, job generation, printing, finishing and dispatch. It relates only to the ability to conform to work procedures, not planning digital workflow. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the application of workplace procedures and workflow for individuals working in commercial print, pre-press, bureau, high-end digital print or a combination of these business environments. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare for digital workflow |
1.1. Work instructions and operational details are obtained and confirmed 1.2. Production processes required for the job are indentified and recorded 1.3. Equipment to carry out tasks is selected to meet job requirements, checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to commencement 1.4. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified, obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use 1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated according to plans and/or specifications 1.6. Safety requirements are followed according to safety plans and policies |
2. Follow digital workflow |
2.1. Work plan is determined, modified and performed in a logical and efficient sequence 2.2. Tasks are completed and checked for compliance against work instructions |
3. Maintain the workplace |
3.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with project environmental management plan 3.2. Equipment is cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's recommendations and standard work practices |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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:
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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
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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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Production processes may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Materials may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Printing |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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