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ICPPP481C
Design complex carton

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit requires the individual to design an original complex carton that meets job specifications and substrate characteristics, and then produce an accurate example.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design cartons for which no templates exist.

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:

the sample carton accurately meets the client brief and substrate characteristics

demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

produce TWO different complex carton designs.

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.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

communication of ideas and information by interpreting the job brief and discussing possibilities with the client

collecting, analysing and organising information by matching the job brief with data on carton types, designs and materials

planning and organising activities by planning the sequence of operations to facilitate processing

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with others

mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating sizes, callipers and efficient use of materials

problem-solving skills by recognising and fixing problems with samples

use of technology by using equipment correctly to ensure efficient output and accurate designs

Required knowledge

health and safety concerns when using computers, plotters and scanners?

affect of board grain on carton design

affect of board calliper on carton design

correct use of a micrometer

appropriate board for a product

scuff, heat and moisture resistance

effect inks and sealants have on board characteristics and selection

computer programs that are available for carton design

programming a new design on the computer system

uses and limitations of digitisers and scanners

using digitisers and scanners

types of products that cartons are used for

determining if a design is appropriate for its end use

effect on design and materials refrigeration has

aspects of product sizing and tolerances that should be rechecked

setting tolerances in a design

stability in a display carton

determining appropriate strength

determining appropriate size and placing of glue lines and nips

carton designs that are suitable for machine packing

carton designs that are suitable for hand packing

constraints on design and positioning on the forme that are caused by the requirements of knife making and production

manufacturing requirements with regard to cutting and gluing affect carton design

appropriate angles and cornering of flaps

the main features of, and differences between, different graphic design software programs that need to be considered when outputting carton designs

ensuring that output is appropriate for the graphic design software used by the customer

manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where are they kept and information that is included in these documents

other sources of information that are available

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.

Types of design may include:

full range of cartons including sleeves, tucks, full flap, auto lock, crash lock, trays and other special designs for which there are no existing templates on the computer.

Design tools may include:

appropriate computer programs, output devices, plotters, scanners, digitisers.

Quality standards may include:

should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.

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
Discuss brief with client to ensure requirements are understood 
Check that all relevant information is in the brief ie end use, dimensions and product characteristics 
Determine appropriate carton style, size, material and calliper to meet the client brief 
Use scanners or digitisers to import design material into computer program 
Draw design using computer program 
Set height, width and depth and gluing flap dimensions to meet the requirements of the client brief 
Requirements for knife setting, stripping and gluing in production are checked and position is designed so as to have correct grain direction and to maximise use of material 
Output device (eg plotter) is set up ready for downloading design 
Cutting and creasing depths are set 
Calliper of material is checked 
Material is positioned correctly 
Output device is operated safely according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Routine machine maintenance is carried out 
Sample is cut by hand adopting safe practices 
Cut sample is folded and glued by hand ensuring that angles and construction are correct 
Sample is checked for conformance to the client brief 
Design is adjusted if necessary to meet job specifications 
Design is saved ready for downloading to forme cutter 
Design is outputted as keyline for artwork or as film as required 
Relevant paperwork is completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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