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Manually combine spot colour and basic four-colour images

Manually combine spot colour and basic four-colour images

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPP231C
State Code
D3112
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
07/03/2013
Field of Education
100303 - Photography
Original Release Date
07/03/2013
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manually combine images.The skill is used in the printing industry but is becoming obsolete.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate images for combining
  • 1.1. Screen rulings are checked according to job specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 1.2. Dot percentages are checked according to job specifications and enterprise procedure
  • 1.3. Image orientation is checked according to job specifications
2. Contact film
  • 2.1. The frame is prepared for contacting according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.2. Film is contacted using a vacuum frame and using predetermined exposures according to job specifications
3. Combine film manually
  • 3.1. A range of basic combining techniques is identified to meet diverse client requirements and film substrates
  • 3.2. Film is combined employing brush skills to achieve opaquing according to job specifications
  • 3.3. Film is combined adding masks according to design specifications
  • 3.4. Film is combined adding tints and stipples according to design specifications
4. Combine paste-up elements manually
  • 4.1. Film is combined adding tints and stipples according to design specifications
  • 4.2. Screen, line and type images are combined on the base sheet according to job specifications
  • 4.3. Masks are produced and positioned on the base sheet for the purpose of adding tints, stipples and colour according to design specifications
  • 4.4. Rules, keylines and cut marks are drawn according to job specifications
  • 4.5. The assembled paste-up is checked for squareness, accuracy in the positioning of elements and cleanliness of work
5. Maintain the register of combined images
  • 5.1. Punch register systems are applied to combine images
  • 5.2. The registration of combined images is accurately placed to ensure alignment of film
  • 5.3. The registration of combined images is accurately secured to ensure the alignment of all components
6. Prepare finished film and artwork for the next production stage
  • 6.1. Finished film and artwork are laid-down and spaced according to specified paper size identified in job specifications
  • 6.2. Pages and film are pasted up to suit the given imposition
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.
Input may include:
a variety of screen and line images for contacting and assembly.
Capture may include:
a variety of contacting equipment including darkroom and daylight handling.
Manipulation/edit may include:
hand and photographic techniques.
Quality standards may include:
should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.
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:
finished film and artwork are laid-down and spaced according to printers imposition identified in job specifications and registration of combined images is accurately secured
the underlying skill of combining should be transferable across safelight and roomlight environments using various light sensitive materials, exposure and processing systems
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
prepare and assemble TWO designated layouts, using a variety of selected image elements, following the job brief and 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.

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.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0377 ICPPP231B Manually combine spot colour and basic four-colour images Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUO19 ICPPRP231 Manually combine spot colour and basic four-colour images Unit of competency