Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Descriptor
This qualification applies to individuals working as a print machinist in the printing and graphic arts industry. They prepare material, set up, monitor and operate equipment and machinery, apply solutions to a defined range of problems associated with the print medium and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may also provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Job Roles
Print machinist (technician)
Qualification Pathways
Entry requirements
This qualification requires the completion of all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30510 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing), or equivalent vocational competencies.
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification after they have completed all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30510 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing), or equivalent vocational competencies.
Pathways from the qualification
At the completion of this qualification candidates could choose to enter a:
- ICP50310 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing)
- ICP50410 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Management/Sales)
- ICP50510 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Process Improvement).
Pathways Information
Not applicable.
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.
Prerequisite Units
Code and title |
Prerequisite units required |
ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept |
ICPPP211C Develop a basic design concept |
ICPPR387A Use colour management for production |
ICPPR284A Introduction to colour management |
ICPPP452C Output complex image direct to plate or press |
ICPPP352C Output complex images |
ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template |
ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing |
ICPPR494A Apply advanced software applications to digital production |
ICPPR385A Apply software applications to digital production |
ICPPR495A Set up and use complex colour management for production |
ICPPR387A Use colour management for production |
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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ICP40310 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing ) |
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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 = 10 units 4 core units , plus 6 elective units . At least 1 elective unit must be selected from Group A elective units and at least 1 elective unit must be selected from Group B elective units. The remaining elective units may be selected from Group A, Group B or Group C elective units. Up to 2 elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units, the remaining stream units or from other 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 |
ICPPR491C Use on-press monitoring of print quality ICPPR492C Use on-press print control devices ICPPR493C Set up and monitor in-line printing operations ICPSU482C Troubleshoot and optimise materials and machinery |
Group A Elective Units |
ICPPR385A Apply software applications to digital production ICPPR387A Use colour management for production ICPPR413C Set up for complex flexographic printing ICPPR421C Set up for complex gravure printing ICPPR431C Set up for complex lithographic printing ICPPR441C Set up for complex pad printing ICPPR451C Set up for complex relief printing ICPPR496A Set up and produce complex digital print |
Group B Elective Units |
ICPPR414C Produce specialist flexographic printed product ICPPR513C Set up for specialist flexographic printing OR ICPPR422C Produce specialist gravure printed product ICPPR521C Set up for specialist gravure printing OR ICPPR432C Produce specialist lithographic printed product ICPPR531C Set up for specialist lithographic printing OR ICPPR442C Produce specialist pad printed product ICPPR541C Set up for specialist pad printing OR ICPPR452C Produce specialist relief printed product ICPPR551C Set up for specialist relief printing OR ICPPR484C Prepare for variable data printing ICPPR494A Apply advanced software applications to digital production ICPPR495A Set up and use complex colour management for production |
Group C Elective Units |
BSBCUS401A Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies BSBMGT402A Implement operational plan BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept ICPPP334C Prepare an imposition format for printing processes ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing ICPPP452C Output complex images direct to plate or press ICPPP484C Set up and operate automated workflow ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template ICPPR411C Mount and proof flexographic plates for complex printing ICPPR471C Set up for complex coating ICPPR472C Produce complex coated product ICPPR484C Prepare variable data for digital printing ICPSU389C Undertake basic root cause analysis ICPSU464C Provide customer service and education ICPSU485C Implement a just-in-time (JIT) system ICPSU486C Mistake proof a production process ICPSU487C Analyse manual handling processes MSACMC410A Lead change in a manufacturing environment MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment MSAENV472A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools TAAASS402C Assess competence TAADEL301C Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills TAADEL404B Facilitate work-based learning |