Unit of competency Outline
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Produce complex gravure printed product
Produce complex gravure printed product
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPR322C
ICPPR322C
State Code
D3174
D3174
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce non-routine gravure printed product.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain non-routine operation of reel transportation system
- 1.1. Reel stand is monitored and adjusted to ensure efficient continuous operation
- 1.2. Web control system is monitored and adjusted to ensure correct tension and accurate continuous positioning of the web for efficient operation
- 1.3. Substrate is added to process according to job instructions
2. Maintain non-routine operation of reel delivery system
- 2.1. Reel rewind section is monitored and adjusted to maintain correct tension and to ensure no marks, blemishes or damage to finished product
- 2.2. Substrate is removed from process according to job instructions
- 2.3. Sheeting section is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality and efficient product delivery
- 2.4. Set-off/marking prevention system is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product without set-off or marking meets the standard of approved proof
3. Maintain complex gravure printing process
- 3.1. Gravure cylinder condition is monitored and adjusted to ensure the quality of printed product meets the standard of the sample sheet
- 3.2. Gravure impression roller condition is monitored and maintained to ensure the quality of printed product meets the standard of sample sheet
- 3.3. Gravure inking system and doctor blade are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product meets the standard of sample sheet
- 3.4. Drying systems are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product meets the standard of approved proof
4. Maintain operation of in-line processes
- 4.1. In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing processes are monitored
- 4.2. In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing process are adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved proof
5. Maintain non-routine production process
- 5.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to company specifications and planned daily schedule
- 5.2. Production is maintained within OHS requirements and company and manufacturer's specifications
- 5.3. Manual and/or automatic control is used as per specification
- 5.4. Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures
- 5.5. Ink performance, colour, register and position of print are monitored and adjusted throughout production run
- 5.6. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention
- 5.7. Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures
- 5.8. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures
6. Identify and rectify faults
- 6.1. Problem in gravure machine is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
- 6.2. Adjustments or corrections are carried out according to specified procedures and consistent with operator's skill level
- 6.3. Gravure machine operation is checked to ensure correct operation
- 6.4. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
7. Conduct shutdown of production process
- 7.1. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 7.2. Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements
- 7.3. Unused ink is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer/supplier specifications and enterprise procedures
- 7.4. Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
- 7.5. All product is removed from operating area
- 7.6. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
- 7.7. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations
8. Clean and wash up printing machine at end of print run
- 8.1. Cylinders, plate and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run
- 8.2. Inking system is washed up ready for next run, and liquid waste is disposed of according to company and regulatory requirements
- 8.3. In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing units are cleaned ready for next run
- 8.4. Reel feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
- 8.5. Sheet feed, transport and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
- 8.6. Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures
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.
Substrate handling may include:
wide and narrow reel handling systems.
In-line processes may include:
minor processes that are integral to this competency can include basic in-line operations such as perforating, numbering, date coding, slitting that do not in themselves constitute another defined unit of competency. Where a major in-line process is defined as a separate competency (eg flat-bed cutting, folding) it should be assessed as such.
Inks/coatings may include:
range of inks commonly used in 3 or more colour printing, including standard and special colours.
Machines may include:
range of stack, in-line and central impression printing machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
Colour matching systems may include:
use of viscosity controls, densitometers and spectrophotometry.
Design may include:
3 or more colours, complex graphics and text. Critical "tight" registration, fit and position, registration should be at least that required for four-colour process work.
Substrate types may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive materials, board, plastics and related films, or metal.
Non-routine may include:
non-routine within this context relates to the set up and production of print runs. The set up of equipment and production involves a significant amount of deviation from using standard equipment settings. It also involves significant problem solving and the development of new criteria and procedures for performing current practices. It does not refer to a job that an individual does only occasionally.
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.
Substrate handling may include:
wide and narrow reel handling systems.
In-line processes may include:
minor processes that are integral to this competency can include basic in-line operations such as perforating, numbering, date coding, slitting that do not in themselves constitute another defined unit of competency. Where a major in-line process is defined as a separate competency (eg flat-bed cutting, folding) it should be assessed as such.
Inks/coatings may include:
range of inks commonly used in 3 or more colour printing, including standard and special colours.
Machines may include:
range of stack, in-line and central impression printing machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
Colour matching systems may include:
use of viscosity controls, densitometers and spectrophotometry.
Design may include:
3 or more colours, complex graphics and text. Critical "tight" registration, fit and position, registration should be at least that required for four-colour process work.
Substrate types may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive materials, board, plastics and related films, or metal.
Non-routine may include:
non-routine within this context relates to the set up and production of print runs. The set up of equipment and production involves a significant amount of deviation from using standard equipment settings. It also involves significant problem solving and the development of new criteria and procedures for performing current practices. It does not refer to a job that an individual does only occasionally.
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:
operate a gravure press ensuring an efficient non-routine production flow that maintains product quality standards. Any production problems are rectified with minimum downtime. The machine is correctly shut down and cleaned according to OHS guidelines
demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
monitor production output and make necessary adjustments to maintain print quality on a gravure machine whilst producing a complex print on TWO occasions (if possible using different substrates and if possible including at least TWO in-line processes) according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and the Performance Criteria
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
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
gravure printing machine and in-line units.
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, for example:
ICPPR421C Set up for complex gravure printing
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:
operate a gravure press ensuring an efficient non-routine production flow that maintains product quality standards. Any production problems are rectified with minimum downtime. The machine is correctly shut down and cleaned according to OHS guidelines
demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
monitor production output and make necessary adjustments to maintain print quality on a gravure machine whilst producing a complex print on TWO occasions (if possible using different substrates and if possible including at least TWO in-line processes) according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and the Performance Criteria
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
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
gravure printing machine and in-line units.
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, for example:
ICPPR421C Set up for complex gravure printing
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0432 | ICPPR322B | Produce complex gravure printed product | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO11 | ICPPRN322 | Produce complex gravure printed product | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J184 | ICP30512 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |