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 scan images, including line-art, greyscale and colour originals.
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.
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 Mount original copy |
1.1 Original image is scaled and identified according to job specifications 1.2 Work surfaces are cleaned and prepared to ensure images are dust free 1.3 Original image is mounted according to enterprise procedures 1.4 Work health and safety (WHS) issues are identified and correct practices are used if solvents are applied |
2 Set up scanner |
2.1 Scanner is set up and calibrated according to specifications 2.2 Data from copy evaluation and aim points to suit original are entered correctly onto scanner according to specifications 2.3 Scanner software or plug-in is selected |
3 Produce images |
3.1 Medium being scanned is selected according to job specifications 3.2 Disk capacity is checked, where appropriate, to ensure sufficiency for the job 3.3 Processor is set and checked according to job specifications 3.4 Images are scanned as required according to job specifications 3.5 Scanned images are checked against technical specifications of job and adjustments made if necessary |
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, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.3-3.5 |
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Numeracy |
2.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.2, 1.4 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICPPRP322 Digitise images for reproduction |
ICPPP322C Digitise images for reproduction |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d