Unit of competency Outline

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Produce computer image for screen printing

Produce computer image for screen printing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRP382
State Code
AUO92
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce a computer image for screen printing. It requires the individual to generate electronic art to a supplied layout film positive or computer cut stencil.It applies to individuals working in the printing and graphic arts industries who work under some supervision using practical skills and equipment to produce computer images for screen printing.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for scanning
  • 1.1 Originalis scaled to conform to production specifications
  • 1.2 Original is assessed to determine scanner settings
  • 1.3 Original is cleaned and correctly mounted according to production specifications
  • 1.4 Correct settings are selected for original to be scanned
2 Scan and check image
  • 2.1 Original is scanned according to quality requirements
  • 2.2 Quality of scanned image is checked for conformance to job specifications
  • 2.3 Appropriate software is applied for any processing of text if necessary
3 Prepare combining strategy
  • 3.1 Required data from electronic files is accessed
  • 3.2 Appropriate application is opened to undertake combining tasks
  • 3.3 Required fonts are accessed according to job specifications
4 Combine data
  • 4.1 Page layout size is created according to job specifications
  • 4.2 Elements are placed in page according to job specifications
  • 4.3 Trapping (spread and chokes) is applied according to job specifications
  • 4.4 Step and repeat function is accessed according to job specifications
  • 4.5 Elements are stepped according to job specifications
  • 4.6 Output menu is configured according to job specifications
5 Access and maintain output device
  • 5.1 Output devices are set up and maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.2 Suitable materialis identified and loaded into the output device
6 Output image
  • 6.1 System is activated to initiate output according to job specifications
  • 6.2 Quality is monitored according to enterprise procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3139 ICPPP382C Produce computer image for screen printing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ39 ICPPRP3820 Produce computer images for screen printing Unit of competency