Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

Input
A variety of screened colour separated images

Capture
Contact exposure equipment

Manipulation / edit
Mask cutting, registration, cleaning

Output
Dedicated digital proofing devices or chemical process equipment

Quality standards
Should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards

Degree of autonomy
Working under limited supervision to defined procedures

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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency

Evidence of the following is essential:

Images are positioned accurately on the proof according to job specifications and the proof is ready for the next stage
The underlying skills associated with digital or chemical proofing should be transferable across a range of systems. It is important that substrates be identified along with the associated printing process that is being simulated
Demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Prepare and set up the proofing area and produce digital or chemical proofs of TWO four-colour separated images according to the listed Performance Criteria

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
it is expected that special purpose tools and equipment will be used where appropriate

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:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.