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ICPPRP396
Generate high-end PDF files

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to generate a high-end Portable Document Format (PDF) file.

It applies to individuals required to check, set and create high-end PDF files ready to be sent to an imaging centre. Individuals respond to clearly defined briefs and work under limited supervision.

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

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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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Check file

1.1 Document is checked to ensure correct layout file and that all elements are printable

1.2 Scanned images are checked for correct resolution and electronic font modification is avoided

1.3 Images requiring cropping and compression are edited in an image editing environment to maintain quality of image

1.4 Tint areas are checked to ensure correct percentage for printing

1.5 Unnecessary elements and blank pages are deleted if not required

1.6 Bleed allowance is incorporated in margins and borders

2 Set PDF Distiller

2.1 Correct paper size is set and fonts are chosen and embedded to meet quality print requirements under copyright regulations

2.2 Appropriate PDF standard is established and selected

2.3 All job options, compression, colour management, colour separation and font options are selected and checked according to requirements of the data recipient

2.4 Process colour separations or spot colour jobs are checked and any problems resolved

2.5 Job ticket is set up according to enterprise procedures, if required

2.6 Advanced job options are selected depending on compatibility and system requirements

2.7 Job options set is named and saved to the correct folder

3 Create PDF

3.1 Printer description file or postscript language file is created and all relevant options are selected, or export file settings selected

3.2 Saved postscript file is opened and job option file is opened through the Distiller as required

3.3 Distiller/PDF export options are checked and set so they do not override the postscript file preferences

3.4 File is distilled and, when processing is finished, opened to view

3.5 File is printed to postscript device and quality of all elements are checked

3.6 Changes to the file are made in the layout program and pages inserted into multiple page documents

3.7 Additional files are converted or exported using the saved job option set

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare a high-end Portable Document Format (PDF) file for pre-press

locate and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources.

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:

outline work health and safety (WHS) standards that relate to working for periods of time on computers

identify PDF printer driver options

list driver types and preferred application

explain suitability of a PDF writer for high-end printing

describe true base 13 fonts

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 industry software packages.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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 Check file

1.1 Document is checked to ensure correct layout file and that all elements are printable

1.2 Scanned images are checked for correct resolution and electronic font modification is avoided

1.3 Images requiring cropping and compression are edited in an image editing environment to maintain quality of image

1.4 Tint areas are checked to ensure correct percentage for printing

1.5 Unnecessary elements and blank pages are deleted if not required

1.6 Bleed allowance is incorporated in margins and borders

2 Set PDF Distiller

2.1 Correct paper size is set and fonts are chosen and embedded to meet quality print requirements under copyright regulations

2.2 Appropriate PDF standard is established and selected

2.3 All job options, compression, colour management, colour separation and font options are selected and checked according to requirements of the data recipient

2.4 Process colour separations or spot colour jobs are checked and any problems resolved

2.5 Job ticket is set up according to enterprise procedures, if required

2.6 Advanced job options are selected depending on compatibility and system requirements

2.7 Job options set is named and saved to the correct folder

3 Create PDF

3.1 Printer description file or postscript language file is created and all relevant options are selected, or export file settings selected

3.2 Saved postscript file is opened and job option file is opened through the Distiller as required

3.3 Distiller/PDF export options are checked and set so they do not override the postscript file preferences

3.4 File is distilled and, when processing is finished, opened to view

3.5 File is printed to postscript device and quality of all elements are checked

3.6 Changes to the file are made in the layout program and pages inserted into multiple page documents

3.7 Additional files are converted or exported using the saved job option set

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare a high-end Portable Document Format (PDF) file for pre-press

locate and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources.

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:

outline work health and safety (WHS) standards that relate to working for periods of time on computers

identify PDF printer driver options

list driver types and preferred application

explain suitability of a PDF writer for high-end printing

describe true base 13 fonts

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 industry software packages.

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
Document is checked to ensure correct layout file and that all elements are printable 
Scanned images are checked for correct resolution and electronic font modification is avoided 
Images requiring cropping and compression are edited in an image editing environment to maintain quality of image 
Tint areas are checked to ensure correct percentage for printing 
Unnecessary elements and blank pages are deleted if not required 
Bleed allowance is incorporated in margins and borders 
Correct paper size is set and fonts are chosen and embedded to meet quality print requirements under copyright regulations 
Appropriate PDF standard is established and selected 
All job options, compression, colour management, colour separation and font options are selected and checked according to requirements of the data recipient 
Process colour separations or spot colour jobs are checked and any problems resolved 
Job ticket is set up according to enterprise procedures, if required 
Advanced job options are selected depending on compatibility and system requirements 
Job options set is named and saved to the correct folder 
Printer description file or postscript language file is created and all relevant options are selected, or export file settings selected 
Saved postscript file is opened and job option file is opened through the Distiller as required 
Distiller/PDF export options are checked and set so they do not override the postscript file preferences 
File is distilled and, when processing is finished, opened to view 
File is printed to postscript device and quality of all elements are checked 
Changes to the file are made in the layout program and pages inserted into multiple page documents 
Additional files are converted or exported using the saved job option set 

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