Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Descriptor
This qualification applies to individuals working as a binder and finisher in the printing and graphic arts industry. Binders and finishers assemble, bind and cover books, other publications and printed products by hand or machine. They are responsible for post-press and finishing stages of the print process and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Job Roles
Binder and finisher
Pathways Information
Qualification Pathways
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower level qualification. However, the preferred pathway for candidates entering this qualification is one of the following qualifications:
- ICP20110 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (General)
- ICP20410 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Production Support)
- ICP20610 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Converting, Binding and Finishing).
Pathways from the qualification
At the completion of this qualification candidates could choose to enter:
- ICP40410 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)
- ICP40610 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Management/Sales)
- ICP40710 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Process Leadership).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , legislative , regulatory or certification considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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ICP30710 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing ) |
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The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules |
Total number of units = 21 units 4 core units , plus 8 elective units from Group A , plus 9 elective units from Group B . Up to 2 elective units from Group A can be substituted with Group B elective units listed below. 7 elective units must be selected from the Group B elective units listed below. Up to 2 Group B elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units or from qualifications at the same qualification level or one level higher, in this Training Package or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Elective units must be relevant to the qualification level, job role, work outcome and industry requirements. Unit selection is by negotiation and mutual agreement between the employee, employer and the RTO and is based on enterprise and individual needs. |
Core Units |
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards ICPSU260C Maintain a safe work environment ICPSU262C Communicate in the workplace |
Group A Elective Units |
ICPKN313C Apply knowledge and requirements of the converting, binding and finishing sector ICPSU202C Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine ICPSU203C Prepare and maintain the work area ICPSU207C Prepare machine for operation (basic) ICPSU208C Operate and monitor machines (basic) ICPSU224C Perform basic machine maintenance ICPSU323C Dispose of waste ICPSU351C Undertake basic production scheduling ICPSU352C Plan operational processes |
Group B Elective Units |
ICPCF221C Set up and produce basic guillotine product ICPCF241C Set up machine for basic single or continuous folding ICPCF242C Produce basic single or continuous folded product ICPCF243C Set up machine for basic collating or inserting (sheet/section) ICPCF244C Produce basic collated (sheet/section) product ICPCF311C Prepare for cutting forme and stripper making ICPCF312C Set cutting forme and strippers ICPCF320C Produce complex converted or finished product ICPCF321C Set up and produce complex guillotined product ICPCF326C Undertake pre make-ready for die cutting ICPCF327C Set up machine for complex rotary die cutting or embossing ICPCF341C Set up machine for complex sequenced or multiple folding ICPCF342C Produce complex sequenced or multiple folded product ICPCF343C Set up machine for complex collating or inserting (sheet/section/reel) ICPCF344C Produce complex collated or inserted (sheet/section/reel) product ICPCF361C Set up machine for complex adhesive, mechanical or sewn fastening ICPCF362C Produce complex adhesive, mechanical or sewn fastened product ICPCF369C Set up and produce hand-made box ICPCF371C Decorate paper ICPCF381C Set up machine for complex laminating ICPCF382C Produce complex laminated product ICPCF391C Use electronic monitoring systems (converting and finishing) ICPCF392C Produce product on window gluer ICPCF393C Set up machine for envelope manufacture ICPCF395C Set up and operate folder gluer machine ICPCF396C Set up in-line scoring, folding and gluing machine for envelope manufacture ICPCF3103C Run and monitor envelope manufacturing machines ICPCF3105C Produce single-faced web ICPCF3107C Produce double-faced web ICPCF465C Set up and produce hand bound book ICPPR261C Set up for foil stamping ICPPR262C Produce foil stamped product ICPPR271C Set up for basic coating ICPPR272C Produce basic coated product ICPPR282C Produce and manage basic digital print ICPPR382C Produce and manage complex digital print ICPSU263C Perform basic industry calculations ICPSU321C Pack and dispatch (advanced) ICPSU342C Undertake inventory procedures ICPSU345C Purchase materials and schedule deliveries ICPSU351C Undertake basic production scheduling ICPSU357C Apply quick changeover procedures ICPSU362C Communicate as part of a work team ICPSU554C Manage teams MSACMC210A Manage the impact of change on own work MSACMS200A Apply competitive manufacturing practices MSACMS201A Sustain process improvements MSACMT230A Apply cost factors to work practices MSACMT240A Apply 5S procedures in a manufacturing environment MSACMT280A Undertake root cause analysis MSAENV272A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools |