Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging
Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging
ICP31320
BFB9
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/07/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/05/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to individuals working in the print manufacturing area creating printed products by hand or machine. They are responsible for the post-press and finishing stages of the print process and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems. They may 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 = twenty one (21)- five (5) core units plus
- sixteen (16) elective units of which:
- six (6) elective units must be from Group A Technical units
- four (4) elective units must be from Group A Technical units and/or Group B Support units
- three (3) units must be chosen from Group A Technical units, Group B Support units or any other qualification in ICP Training Package at this level or one level below or above
- three (3) units may be selected from the remaining listed elective units or any currently endorsed training package or 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.
Specialisations
Where relevant, specialisations can be used for this qualification in:
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Three-dimensional Printing
- Relief Printing
The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on testamurs as follows:
- ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Digital Printing)
- ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Flexographic Printing)
- ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Three-dimensional Printing)
- ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging (Relief Printing).
Digital Printing
Select the following three (3) elective units.
- ICPPRN3840 Set up and produce basic digital print
- ICPPRN3920 Set up and produce specialised digital print
- ICPPRN4960* Set up and produce complex digital print
Flexographic Printing
Select the following four (4) elective units.
- ICPPRN2140 Produce basic flexographic printed product
- ICPPRN3130 Set up for basic flexographic printing
- ICPPRN3140 Produce complex flexographic printed product
- ICPPRN4130 Set up for complex flexographic printing
Three-dimensional Printing
Select the following five (5) elective units.
- BSBIPR401 Use and respect copyright
- ICPPTD301 Manipulate 3D files in preparation for 3D printing
- ICPPTD302 Set up and produce 3D prints
- ICPPTD303 Set up and produce 3D scans
- ICPPTD304 Apply problem solving techniques to 3D printing maintenance and operation
Relief Printing
Select the following four (4) elective units.
- ICPPRN2880 Produce basic relief printed product
- ICPPRN3930 Set up for basic relief printing
- ICPPRN3940 Produce complex relief printed product
- ICPPRN4510 Set up for complex relief printing
1. Core units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBQ75 | ICPSUP2620 | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OBP74 | ICPKNW3220 | Develop and apply knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBQ69 | ICPSUP2160 | Inspect quality against required standards in a production environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBQ74 | ICPSUP2600 | Maintain a safe work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUK77 | BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Technical units
At least six (6) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Support Units
Four (4) units must be from Group A Technical units and/or Group B Support units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZL5 | ICP31315 | Certificate III in Print Manufacturing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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