Assessor Resource

ICPKN321A
Apply knowledge and requirements of digital production

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Individuals working in the digital printing industry who are responsible for assisting and dealing with digital production workflow, such as job creation, printing and finishing typically apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in or deal with information technology systems in the digital printing industry. It facilitates technical communication and the ability to work as a team member.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

demonstrate knowledge of digital production and related production processes so that job procedures, requirements and modifications have been implemented to job specifications

establish and apply efficient production management information systems and accurately explain these systems to the production manager or client.

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

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 applying production management information systems.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, 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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

OHS skills for using correct ergonomics when operating the computer

communication skills for transferring ideas and information by accurately using correct printing industry terminology and vocabulary

analysing and organising skills used when applying basic principles of efficient production management

teamwork skills for maintaining the production process in association with others

numeracy skills for determining weights and callipers of substrates

problem-solving skills for checking and adjusting procedures

technical skills for using relevant hardware and software to produce a layout

Required knowledge

colour theory

converting and finishing processes

digital production processes

Government Acts and regulations

production management systems

substrates and consumables

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.

Substrates may include:

print media and paper:

coated

uncoated

card

canvas

vinyl and plastic.

Colour theory may include:

additive and subtractive

colour modes, such as:

red, green, blue (RGB)

cyan, magenta, yellow, black (CMYK)

LAB

colour rules, such as:

analogous

complementary

triad.

Converting and finishing may include:

guillotining

flat-bed and rotary cutting

collating

folding

adhesives

mechanical and thermal fastening.

Information technologysystems may include:

computer networks

databases

internet.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Printing industry terminology and vocabulary are used correctly and accurately 
New technology and new work processes are monitored and implemented when required 
Trends within the printing industry are monitored on an ongoing basis to inform personal work practices 
Basic principles and obligations for copyright, occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental protection, access and equity and industrial awards are researched and evaluated 
Basic principles and obligations for copyright, OHS, environmental protection, access and equity and industrial awards are followed and applied in the workplace 
The principles behind basic layout production, image manipulation, digital output and workflow are identified and applied where possible in the workplace 
Proofing processes and principles are applied to meet client needs 
Raster image processor (RIP) and front-end processer functions are applied to meet job specifications 
The effective use of software applications for producing digital products is evaluated 
Basic principles of toner, inkjet or liquid toner-based, are evaluated to inform decisions made for different jobs 
The types of jobs and products for each process are considered to ensure appropriate choices are made to meet client needs 
The capabilities and limitations of each process are reviewed for different jobs 
The range of substrates used for each printing process are researched and evaluated for different jobs 
Different weights and callipers of substrates and how they affect digital production operations are researched and evaluated for different jobs 
Paper grain and how it affects digital production and finishing operations are researched for different jobs 
Different properties of digital consumables, and how they effect digital production operations are researched for different jobs 
Colour theory is used to inform digital production and/or design decisions 
Colour matching systems are used to inform digital production and/or design decisions 
Procedures that ensure effective colour management are implemented 
Basic characteristics of converting and finishing processes are identified and considered for different jobs 
The types of processes are evaluated and used to inform decisions made for different jobs 
The types of information that need to be exchanged between different stages of production to facilitate production efficiency are identified and used to inform development decisions 
Information technology systems that can be used to exchange information between and within companies are identified and used 
Efficient production management information systems are established and applied to inform development decisions 

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