ICP40410 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)

Release: 2

ICP40410 Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 2	This version released with ICP10 Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package version 2.0. Imported elective units updated with the most current equivalent.
Release 1	This Qualification first released with ICP10 Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package version 1.0.

Description

This qualification applies to individuals working as a binder and finisher in the printing and graphic arts industry. They apply solutions to a defined range of problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Job Roles

Binder and finisher (technician)

Pathways Information

Pathways into the qualification

Candidates may enter this qualification after they have completed all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30712 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing), or equivalent vocational competencies.

Pathways from the qualification

At the completion of this qualification candidates could choose to enter a:

ICP50410 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Management/Sales)

ICP50510 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Process Improvement).

Licensing/Regulatory Information

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.

Units in Qualification with Prerequisites

Code and title	Prerequisite units required
ICPPR496A Set up and produce complex digital print	ICPPR384A Set up and produce basic digital print
ICPSU458C Monitor production workflow	ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards

Entry Requirements

This qualification requires the completion of all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30712 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing), or equivalent vocational competencies.

Employability Skills Summary

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.

Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	discussing book restoration treatment options with book owners interpreting implicit and explicit requirements of the job brief
Teamwork	operating production processes in association with fellow workers
Problem solving	conducting a proof run and adjusting machinery settings to ensure production speeds are attained evaluating book restoration ethical/rarity/value cost alternatives
Initiative and enterprise	contributing to decision making of the work group identifying and applying skills and knowledge to a wide variety of printing problems
Planning and organising	assembling materials for binding books planning for the shutdown of production processes
Self-management	using courteous, effective, responsive and supportive communication in workplace interactions using time efficiently to meet production schedules and timelines
Learning	giving and following simple routine instructions
Technology	setting up and using printing equipment and electronic monitoring systems

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 8 units

3 core units plus

5 elective units.

3 elective units must be selected from the list below.

Up to 2 elective units may be selected from the remaining elective 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

ICPCF391C Use electronic monitoring systems (converting and finishing)

ICPSU482C Troubleshoot and optimise materials and machinery

ICPSU487C Analyse manual handling processes

Elective Units

BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

BSBMGT402A Implement operational plan

BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement

BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

BSBWOR404B Develop work priorities

ICPCF3103C Run and monitor envelope manufacturing machines

ICPCF406C Set up and load in-line smart card machine

ICPCF407C Operate a smart card machine and pack product

ICPCF465C Set up and produce hand-bound book

ICPCF467C Restore books

ICPPP430C Manage colour

ICPPP484C Set up and operate automated workflow

ICPPR384A Set up and produce basic digital print

ICPPR491C Use on-press monitoring of print quality

ICPPR492C Use on-press print control devices

ICPPR493C Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

ICPPR496A Set up and produce complex digital print

ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards

ICPSU456C Control production

ICPSU458C Monitor production workflow

ICPSU464C Provide customer service and education

ICPSU485C Implement a just-in-time (JIT) system

ICPSU486C Mistake proof a production process

ICPSU488C Ensure process improvements are sustained

MSACMC410A Lead change in a manufacturing environment

MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment

MSAENV472B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools

TAEASS402B Assess competence

TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace