Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Printing
Certificate III in Printing
ICP31215
AZO3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 10/12/2018 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to individuals working as print machinists who typically set up and operate letterpress, lithographic, flexographic, gravure printing presses, digital printers or screen printers and work on a range of printed products. They prepare material, monitor and run equipment and machinery and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems. They may also provide leadership and 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 = twenty one (21) units- four (4) core units, plus
- seventeen (17) elective units of which:
- eight (8) elective units must be from Group A
- four (4) elective units must be from Group B
- three (3) elective units must be from Group A, B and/or C
- the remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units, from any currently endorsed training package or accredited course at Certificate III or IV level.
This qualification can provide for specialisations in specific modes of printing. Elective units that support the particular specialisation must be selected from Group B. Refer to the Companion Volume Implementation Guide for specific advice about choosing electives to support specialisations.
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 eight (8) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVX1 | ICP30415 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Digital Printing) | Qualification |
| AVW9 | ICP30515 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |
| AWE8 | ICP30615 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Screen Printing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFB8 | ICP31220 | Certificate III in Printing | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships