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 make plates for any printing process with repeated images from film inputs. It requires the individual to produce step and repeat layouts and set up step and repeat machines according to job specifications.
It applies to individuals working in the printing and graphic arts industries who work under some supervision using practical skills and equipment to produce multiple image plates.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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 Produce step and repeat layout |
1.1 Client information is gathered to enable step and repeat layout 1.2 Layout is produced according to client information 1.3 Data is stored for future retrieval using industry software package 1.4 Register of stock levels is maintained, and advice about depletion of stock is recorded according to enterprise procedures |
2 Set up step and repeat machine |
2.1 Film is mounted squarely to produce an accurate image 2.2 Accurate masks are cut for image protection/bleeds 2.3 Mounting foils are positioned in a chase to ensure a quality output 2.4 Film or plate is punched, loaded, exposed and processed according to job specifications |
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, 2.4 |
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Writing |
1.1, 1.4 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1 |
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Numeracy |
2.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.4 |
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Interact with others |
1.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.3, 1.4, 2.1-2.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICPPRP370 Produce multiple image plates |
ICPPP370C Produce multiple image plates |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent units |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d