Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare a wide range of substrates for screen printing. In some cases there may be an overlap with ICPCF221C Set up and produce basic guillotined product; if substrate preparation is substantially guillotining then ICPCF221C Set up and produce basic guillotined product should be used. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the individual to prepare substrates for screen printing. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Select substrate |
1.1. Substrates are selected according to job specifications 1.2. Substrates selected are to be of suitable form and quality according to job specifications and the end use of the product |
2. Process substrate |
2.1. Processing of substrate is carried out according to job specifications 2.2. Necessary preventive action is taken to avoid wastage and to ensure best yield with respect to grain direction and the type of substrate selected 2.3. User maintenance requirements are identified and implemented according to manufacturer's/supplier's instructions 2.4. Substrate is inspected and print capability assessed, including the need for any special preparation requirements 2.5. Substrate is suitably pre-treated, where required 2.6. Substrate is appropriately labelled according to job specifications |
3. Store and handle substrate |
3.1. Materials are safely handled according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications 3.2. Materials and substrate are appropriately handled and stored according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications to prevent damage and hazards to personnel 3.3. Offcuts of materials are disposed of according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Type of substrate may include: |
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Quality standards may include: |
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Enterprise procedures may include: |
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Conversion methods may include: |
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Degree of autonomy may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Screen Printing |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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