Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Screen Printing)
Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Screen Printing)
ICP30610
W777
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/07/2010 | Current | Approved |
Description
Descriptor
This qualification applies to individuals working as screen printers in the printing and graphic arts industry. They set up and operate power driven or hand-operated, screen printing machines to create visual images. They may also provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Job Roles
Screen printer and stencil preparer
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 214 core units plus;
11 elective units from Group A plus;
6 elective units from Group B, C or D
Up to two elective units from Group A can be substituted with Group B elective units listed in the ICP30610 qualification outline.
At least one elective unit must be selected from Group B and one elective unit from Group C. The remaining elective units may be selected from Group B, C or D.
Up to two elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units or from qualifications at the same level or one level higher, in this or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the qualification, 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.
1. Core Units
All four units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3258 | ICPSU262C | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1022 | BSBSUS301A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3247 | ICPSU216C | Inspect quality against required standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3256 | ICPSU260C | Maintain a safe work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Eleven units to be completed
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3089 | ICPKN314C | Apply knowledge and requirements of the screen printing sector | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3218 | ICPSP233C | Manually prepare direct emulsion stencil | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3259 | ICPSU263C | Perform basic industry calculations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3269 | ICPSU352C | Plan operational processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3242 | ICPSU203C | Prepare and maintain the work area | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3245 | ICPSU211C | Prepare ink and additives | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3215 | ICPSP215C | Prepare screen | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3241 | ICPSU202C | Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3139 | ICPPP382C | Produce computer image for screen printing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3226 | ICPSP311C | Reclaim screen manually | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3262 | ICPSU281C | Use computer systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B/C/D Elective Units
Six units to be completed
Note: The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3227 | ICPSP333C | Automatically prepare direct emulsion stencil | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3128 | ICPPP322C | Digitise images for reproduction | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3232 | ICPSP371C | Manually produce complex screen prints | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3178 | ICPPR342C | Produce complex pad printed product | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3278 | ICPSU464C | Provide customer service and education | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3196 | ICPPR441C | Set up for complex pad printing | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C838 | ICP30605 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Screen Printing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J185 | ICP30612 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Screen Printing) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Employment, Education, and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by CD&R, WA Department of Training & Workforce Development on 23/11/2010.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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