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Set up and produce complex digital print

Set up and produce complex digital print

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPR496A
State Code
D3207
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
10/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
10/09/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up for and produce complex digitally printed product. This unit incorporates the use of raster image processor (RIP) technology when outputting to digital devices including wide format.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Liaise with clients
  • 1.1. A productivity analysis on a digital print system is performed to determine guidelines for most productive print method for a range of print applications
  • 1.2. Print services, quality expectations and print costings are communicated to clients according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.3. Productivity advantages and disadvantages of different digital print options are presented to clients according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.4. Advice is provided to clients on appropriate substrates and document finishing methods for digital print jobs according to client budget and job specifications
2. Confirm job specifications
  • 2.1. Print job specifications are read and correctly interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 2.2. Availability of all job components is checked according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.3. Finishing requirements of job are confirmed and coordination with internal workflow and/or outsource arrangements is maintained
  • 2.4. Run time of job is determined and completion time is correctly estimated demonstrating consideration of other production demands
3. Set up and maintain a digital print system
  • 3.1. Substrate is loaded to correct reel or sheet feeding mechanism and all substrate properties are correctly specified in the user control interface
  • 3.2. Delivery unit is set up on a machine and adjustments made to minor in-line processes on reel-fed machine or on-line finishing settings on sheet-fed machine
  • 3.3. Preventive maintenance is performed on a digital printing system to ensure optimum quality and productivity are achieved
  • 3.4. Common factors affecting print quality and productivity of a digital printing machine are identified and solutions implemented to minimise and/or eliminate these
4. Use the complex features of RIP or front-end processor
  • 4.1. Colour adjustments are made to ensure optimum image quality and/or to match sample
  • 4.2. Output profiles are selected according to job specifications
  • 4.3. An imposition method is selected to make best use of stock
  • 4.4. Screen ruling is adjusted to ensure optimal output of job
  • 4.5. Overprints and trapping are adjusted to achieve optimum output
  • 4.6. Finishing options are set up according to job specifications
5. Perform and/or coordinate document proofing
  • 5.1. The type of proofing method is determined according to job specifications
  • 5.2. A digital proof run is conducted for client approval and conformance of proof to job specifications is confirmed
  • 5.3. Internal or external pre-press proofing systems operators are consulted to conduct the proof run and provide job requirement information according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.4. Communication between the client and proofing provider is demonstrated to ensure proof meets job specifications
6. Run digital print job and/or coordinate press print run
  • 6.1. Production schedules, job specifications and enterprise procedures are observed and liaison occurs with internal and/or external production operators to determine start and duration time for the print run
  • 6.2. Completion time for the print run is estimated and communicated to the client and co-workers according to job specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 6.3. An entire digital print run is conducted according to job specifications ensuring that machine productivity and quality are monitored and rectified throughout the duration of the print job
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.
Productivity analysis may include:
production speeds for a range of print volumes and substrate types
quality standards
cost of labour
materials
maintenance and servicing.
Finishing may include:
stapling
folding
punching
perforating
cutting
numbering
date coding.
Substrates may include:
range of print media and paper, such as:
coated
uncoated
card
canvas
vinyl
plastic.
Colour may include:
cyan, magenta, yellow, black (CMYK)
Pantone simulation.
Proofing may include:
soft (on screen)
hard proof.
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:
communicate a range of digital and traditional printing solutions
coordinate a print run that uses a combination of digital and traditional printing solutions
conduct a digital proof run, adjust settings and ensure production speeds are attained on a digital printer
perform preventive maintenance tasks on digital printer to maintain machine productivity
use advanced RIP or front-end processor features
find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
perform preventive maintenance tasks on a digital printer according to manufacturer's specifications
set up and printfourcomplexcolour digital printing jobs according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities, equipment and materials used for digital printing, such as full-colour production digital presses or wide format printers
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
practical demonstration by the candidate when setting up and producing a complex digitally printed product.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other digital production units relevant to the 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
D0454 ICPPR481B Set up and produce complex digital print Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN54 ICPPRN496 Set up and produce complex digital print Unit of competency