Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture)
Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture)
ICP31115
AWC7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 26/03/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to skilled ink mixer operators who undertake appropriate testing procedures for each stage of product manufacture and evaluate and implement improvements. They may also provide guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Nineteen (19) unitsFour (4) core units, plus
Fifteen (15) elective units of which:
- Four (4) elective units must be from Group A
- Two (2) elective units must be from group A or B
- Five (5) elective units must be from Group B
- the remaining Four (4) elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units, from other qualifications in this Training Package or any other endorsed Training Package, or from an accredited course at Certificate III or IV level.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUO62 | ICPSUP262 | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUO73 | ICPSUP216 | Inspect quality against required standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUN93 | ICPSUP260 | Maintain a safe work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK77 | BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUO12 | ICPKNW317 | Apply knowledge and requirements of the ink manufacturing sector | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AUN34 | ICPINK221 | Blend chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUN31 | ICPPRP430 | Manage colour | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AUO50 | ICPINK331 | Manufacture inks and coatings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUN78 | ICPSUP263 | Perform basic industry calculations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUP36 | ICPSUP203 | Prepare and maintain the work area | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUO37 | ICPINK211 | Select and prepare materials for production | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J190 | ICP31112 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZL5 | ICP31315 | Certificate III in Print Manufacturing | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships