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Prepare film for basic screen printing

Prepare film for basic screen printing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSP282A
State Code
D3225
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/08/2012
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
10/08/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare film for screen printing.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess the production requirements in order to meet the process and job specification
  • 1.1. Requirements of the printing process and job specification are assessed
  • 1.2. Quality of job elements, including resolution/dpi are specified according to client requirements
  • 1.3. Films, dye cartridges, qualities and process requirements are determined
  • 1.4. Stock levels are checked, recorded and maintained according to job specifications
  • 1.5. Copy is checked and assessed according to job specifications
2. Prepare and operate equipment to produce film separations
  • 2.1. Scanner/computer is selected and artwork/copy is placed squarely in the scanner
  • 2.2. Scanner software is selected/opened and correct settings are made according to job requirements
  • 2.3. Previews are made, images selected, finished scan completed, and image adjusted as required
  • 2.4. Image format is determined and saved to a storage device
3. Select and use appropriate imaging software
  • 3.1. Software is selected and scan opened
  • 3.2. Separation is provided on individual layers according to job specifications
  • 3.3. Colours are excluded as required on separation layers
  • 3.4. Separation layers are coloured for specific raster image processor (RIP) software requirements
  • 3.5. Image/layers or separations are manually nested if required in accordance with film output device size
  • 3.6. Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements
  • 3.7. Supplied finished artwork/separation is checked for output suitability
4. Select and operate an appropriate output device producing film separations
  • 4.1. RIP software is selected and opened
  • 4.2. Imagesetter/dye printer is selected andchecked, and heads cleaned prior to outputting images
  • 4.3. Nesting is checked to ensure non-wastage of film
  • 4.4. Image is evaluated to ensure it complies with the job specifications and corrected if required
  • 4.5. Film is handled and output device is closed down according to manufacturers' recommendations
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Specifications may include:
screen rulings
dot percentages
image thickness/film assessment.
Elements may include:
text
headings
rules
components and shapes.
Scanner may include:
flat-bed
drum scanners.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
produce films according to job specifications, client and industry standards
prepare film for two different products involving a variety of image effects according to job specifications and manufacturer's specifications
demonstrate the related underpinning knowledge to prepare for screen printing.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities and equipment
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
practical demonstration by the candidate in preparing film for screen printing
direct questioning of underpinning knowledge required to prepare for screen printing and OHS issues.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0469 ICPSP231B Prepare stencil using computer or hand-cut method Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN67 ICPSCP282 Prepare film for basic screen printing Unit of competency