Unit of competency Outline

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Manually combine complex four-colour images

Manually combine complex four-colour images

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRP331
State Code
AUP34
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake advanced manual combining of colour images.It requires the individual to prepare images and equipment and to combine elements, separate colours and prepare registration and complex artwork for the next production stage.It applies to individuals who work in consultation with others to ensure production and final user requirements have been met.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan combining strategy and prepare the work
  • 1.1 Job components are gathered and checked according to job specifications
  • 1.2 Dot shapes and percentages are checked according to job specifications
  • 1.3 Correct masking technique is used to combine job economically
  • 1.4 Screen rulings and angles are checked according to job specifications
  • 1.5 Spotting techniques are performed accurately to achieve required combining effect
  • 1.6 Exposures and processing equipment are set up to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 1.7 Stipples and vignettes are laid at correct angles and using correct percentages
2 Combine film
  • 2.1 Spreads, chokes, reverses, deep etchings and line and tone combinations are created according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Colours are separated correctly according to job specifications
3 Ensure accurate registration
  • 3.1 Register marks, register punch holes, centre lines and trim lines are calculated and aligned accurately according to job specifications
  • 3.2 All elements are registered accurately according to design specifications
4 Apply photographic contacting
  • 4.1 Basic exposures for contact, duplication and spreads and chokes are determined
  • 4.2 Contact frames for contact, duplication and spreads and chokes are used correctly
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3132 ICPPP331C Manually combine complex four-colour images Unit of competency