Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture)
Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture)
ICP21110
W771
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 who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in the ink manufacturing sector of the printing and graphic arts industry. They select and prepare material, maintain the manufacturing process and apply quality control against required standards. They will generally work under direct supervision and use limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context.
Job Roles
Ink mixer
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)Four (4) core units plus;
Five (5) elective units from Group A plus;
Six (6) elective units from Group B
Up to two (2) elective units from Group A can be substituted with Group B elective units listed below.
Three (3) elective units must be selected from Group B.
Up to three (3) Group B 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 (4)units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3258 | ICPSU262C | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | 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 |
| D1021 | BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Five (5) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3082 | ICPIM221C | Blend chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3248 | ICPSU221C | Pack and dispatch product | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3259 | ICPSU263C | Perform basic industry calculations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3242 | ICPSU203C | Prepare and maintain the work area | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D3081 | ICPIM211C | Select and prepare materials for production | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3262 | ICPSU281C | Use computer systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Six (6) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C832 | ICP21105 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWB3 | ICP20115 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (General) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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