Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to typeset text in various sizes and shapes and images, position typographic images correctly, and proof them for errors.
It applies to skilled individuals working as pre-press tradespeople in the printing and graphic arts industry who design and prepare layouts and artwork, manipulate images and text, and apply solutions to a defined range of problems. They may also provide some leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
ICPRP221 |
Select and apply type |
Unit Sector
Pre-Press
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Select and evaluate typography |
1.1 Typeface, type-size, letter and word, and line spacing are selected according to design setting requirements 1.2 Typeface and type-size are evaluated for suitability to retain required characteristics through the set of reproduction stages according to design brief and printing process |
2 Position images |
2.1 Images are positioned accurately according to design specifications 2.2 Overall balance and emphasis of composition conform to the brief |
3 Produce and proof type |
3.1 Type is produced either on a keyboard from copy using appropriate layout and design and typesetting technology, or by transferring information electronically into the typesetting program 3.2 Typographic quality is checked and adjusted to meet job specifications 3.3 Proofreading is carried out to ensure typesetting meets job specifications 3.4 Proofs are marked-up with correct proofreading marks and changes made |
4 Assess text for punctuation and grammar |
4.1 Text is read and errors in grammar, punctuation and word-breaks are identified 4.2 Errors and omissions are corrected in consultation with client |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4, 4.1, 4.2 |
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Writing |
3.1, 3.4, 4.2 |
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Oral Communication |
4.2 |
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Numeracy |
1.2, 2.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4 |
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Interact with others |
4.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4, 4.1, 4,2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICPPRP321 Produce a typographic image |
ICPPP321C Produce a typographic image |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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