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Unit of competency details

ICPSCP2710 - Manually produce basic screen prints (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to ICPSCP271 - Manually produce basic screen prints 05/May/2020

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 06/May/2020


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030103 Printing  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030103 Printing  06/May/2020 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 4.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manually produce one or two colour screen prints in short runs or limited art prints.

It applies to individuals working under direct supervision and performing mainly routine tasks such as monitoring equipment, selecting appropriate products and ensuring enterprise processes and procedures are followed.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Screen printing

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. Load substrate

1.1 Check substrate against job specifications and report and rectify, within scope of own role, any irregularities

1.2 Adjust substrate position and stencil registration according to job specifications

1.3 Apply ink to screen according to job specifications

2. Prepare for production

2.1 Run off proof print and check for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications

2.2 Make adjustments as required

2.3 Seek required approval to commence production prior to commencement

2.4 Set belt speed and energy required to achieve required curing or drying properties

3. Run job and monitor print quality

3.1 Adjust printing speed production to maximise quality and output

3.2 Monitor, evaluate and adjust print quality as required

3.3 Monitor effects of ink alterations during run and report any discrepancies according to enterprise procedures

3.4 Complete required workplace documentation

3.5 Monitor and adjust curing and drying according to manufacturer and job specifications

4. Stack production output

4.1 Check output for thorough drying or curing prior to stacking

4.2 Check job status and progress against job specifications and take action as required

5. Finish operation

5.1 Identify and report fault conditions according to enterprise procedures

5.2 Remove and clean excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer specifications

5.3 Dispose of waste materials according to manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures

5.4 Clean equipment and surrounding areas according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill 

Description 

Reading

  • Establishes job requirements from relevant information
  • Identifies process from procedural documentation

Writing

  • Completes required details accurately using enterprise specific and factual information

Numeracy

  • Uses simple mathematical calculations to determine quantities and optimum output

Self-management

  • Takes some personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements with specific reference to safety
  • Complies with all organisational procedures relevant to own role
  • Takes responsibility for routine low-impact decisions within familiar situations

Teamwork

  • Contributes to specific activities requiring joint responsibility and accountability

Planning and organising

  • Follows clearly defined instructions and sequencing and monitors own progress for the task

Problem solving

  • Responds to predictable problems and implements standard or logical solutions

Technology

  • Identifies the purpose and some specific functions of some common digital tools used in work contexts

Unit Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to ICPSCP271 Manually produce basic screen prints.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 4.0.

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

  • manually produce two different print runs according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and work health and safety (WHS) requirements.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

  • WHS risks and requirements for:
  • setting up and operating equipment
  • producing a manual print
  • cleaning and disposing of waste
  • the procedure for setting up the frame relative to the position of the print image and base board
  • the checks to be made of the ink to determine its suitability for printing on a particular substrate
  • the checks to be made on the printed sheet when the proof print has been run off
  • the system used for drying or curing
  • factors affecting required belt speed for drying or curing
  • the method for determining whether a print is dried or cured prior to stacking
  • key indicators of faults in equipment and enterprise personnel to report to
  • the maintenance requirements for equipment or machinery used to produce manual prints
  • cleaning and waste disposal procedures during the production of manual prints
  • manufacturer manuals, enterprise procedures and work health and safety documentation, including their location and purpose.

Assessment Conditions

Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the screen printing field of work and include access to:

  • special purpose tools, equipment and materials
  • manual screen printing machines.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a74b7a0f-a253-47e3-8be0-5d426e24131d