Design and manipulate complex layouts

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUAGRD505

State Code
AWI92

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
15/01/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

21/07/2016

Field of Education

100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies

Original Release Date

21/07/2016

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design complex publication layouts by combining creative design skills with technical software proficiency. It applies to individuals working in various industry contexts such as graphic design, commercial printing, advertising, publishing, television and marketing. At this level, individuals work independently and are responsible for the overall layout design.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Analyse design needs

1.1 Confirm communication objectivesfor thepublicationbased on the design briefand consultation withrelevant people
1.2 Evaluate particular specificationsof the design brief
1.3 Source and evaluate legal, ethical and contractual information pertinent to the project

2. Develop and refine layout ideas

2.1 Identify relevantsources and conduct research to inform layout ideas
2.2 Consider the opportunities and constraints offered by different techniques and technologies
2.3 Assess the different elements that need to be incorporated into the overall layout
2.4 Create and refine ideas and options for layouts
2.5 Refine ideas using technical experimentation
2.6 Evaluate and select approaches based on their potential to meet the communication need
2.7 Produce and present visual representations of design ideas to others for their approval

3. Create and manipulate layouts

3.1 Set up the document using the capabilities of appropriate software
3.2 Manipulate and enhance the layout through use of an extended range of tools and features
3.3 Support communication objectives with effective integration of text and visuals
3.4 Identify and resolve technical problems based on developing expertise
3.5 Apply design skills and technical expertise to achieve desired outcomes
3.6 Enhance outcomes by working creative and technical processes together
3.7 Establish and follow safe work practices in the work process

4. Evaluate design work

4.1 Critique the layout from functional and aesthetic perspectives in the context of the design objective
4.2 Seek feedback from others as required, and make appropriate adjustments
4.3 Make assessment of own work and identify key learnings to inform future work

5. Finalise technical aspects

5.1 Edit and refine layouts to meet technical requirements
5.2 Follow correct protocols for saving, exporting and storing files
5.3 Establish appropriate file formats for output and appropriate colour management profiles

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
S7668	CUVGRD505A	Design and manipulate complex layouts	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODE17	CUAGRD515	Design and manipulate complex layouts	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AWC0	ICP40815	Certificate IV in ePublishing	Qualification
AZK6	CUA50715	Diploma of Graphic Design	Qualification