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ICPPRP321
Produce a typographic image

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to typeset text in various sizes and shapes and images, position typographic images correctly, and proof them for errors.

It applies to skilled individuals working as pre-press tradespeople in the printing and graphic arts industry who design and prepare layouts and artwork, manipulate images and text, and apply solutions to a defined range of problems. They may also provide some leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

No licensing, legislative 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)


Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Select and evaluate typography

1.1 Typeface, type-size, letter and word, and line spacing are selected according to design setting requirements

1.2 Typeface and type-size are evaluated for suitability to retain required characteristics through the set of reproduction stages according to design brief and printing process

2 Position images

2.1 Images are positioned accurately according to design specifications

2.2 Overall balance and emphasis of composition conform to the brief

3 Produce and proof type

3.1 Type is produced either on a keyboard from copy using appropriate layout and design and typesetting technology, or by transferring information electronically into the typesetting program

3.2 Typographic quality is checked and adjusted to meet job specifications

3.3 Proofreading is carried out to ensure typesetting meets job specifications

3.4 Proofs are marked-up with correct proofreading marks and changes made

4 Assess text for punctuation and grammar

4.1 Text is read and errors in grammar, punctuation and word-breaks are identified

4.2 Errors and omissions are corrected in consultation with client

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly use manual or electronic equipment and suitable software to select, set, arrange, evaluate and modify type for TWO different design briefs according to the job specification.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe how choice of typeface selected is influenced by the printing process, or the electronic medium influence on choice of selected typeface

name appropriate number of characters generally accepted in a line of text type

describe relationship between point size and column width

describe how viewing distance of the final product effects point size selection

describe kerning use and why it might be applicable

outline considerations of selecting a type face to be used on a particular product

list ten proofreading marks and their meanings

list three different ways of writing ‘there’ and explain meaning of each

outline uses of an apostrophe and describe how apostrophes are often misused

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

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Pre-Press field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Select and evaluate typography

1.1 Typeface, type-size, letter and word, and line spacing are selected according to design setting requirements

1.2 Typeface and type-size are evaluated for suitability to retain required characteristics through the set of reproduction stages according to design brief and printing process

2 Position images

2.1 Images are positioned accurately according to design specifications

2.2 Overall balance and emphasis of composition conform to the brief

3 Produce and proof type

3.1 Type is produced either on a keyboard from copy using appropriate layout and design and typesetting technology, or by transferring information electronically into the typesetting program

3.2 Typographic quality is checked and adjusted to meet job specifications

3.3 Proofreading is carried out to ensure typesetting meets job specifications

3.4 Proofs are marked-up with correct proofreading marks and changes made

4 Assess text for punctuation and grammar

4.1 Text is read and errors in grammar, punctuation and word-breaks are identified

4.2 Errors and omissions are corrected in consultation with client

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly use manual or electronic equipment and suitable software to select, set, arrange, evaluate and modify type for TWO different design briefs according to the job specification.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe how choice of typeface selected is influenced by the printing process, or the electronic medium influence on choice of selected typeface

name appropriate number of characters generally accepted in a line of text type

describe relationship between point size and column width

describe how viewing distance of the final product effects point size selection

describe kerning use and why it might be applicable

outline considerations of selecting a type face to be used on a particular product

list ten proofreading marks and their meanings

list three different ways of writing ‘there’ and explain meaning of each

outline uses of an apostrophe and describe how apostrophes are often misused

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

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the Pre-Press field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Typeface, type-size, letter and word, and line spacing are selected according to design setting requirements 
Typeface and type-size are evaluated for suitability to retain required characteristics through the set of reproduction stages according to design brief and printing process 
Images are positioned accurately according to design specifications 
Overall balance and emphasis of composition conform to the brief 
Type is produced either on a keyboard from copy using appropriate layout and design and typesetting technology, or by transferring information electronically into the typesetting program 
Typographic quality is checked and adjusted to meet job specifications 
Proofreading is carried out to ensure typesetting meets job specifications 
Proofs are marked-up with correct proofreading marks and changes made 
Text is read and errors in grammar, punctuation and word-breaks are identified 
Errors and omissions are corrected in consultation with client 

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