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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify colour requirements
  2. Calibrate digital devices
  3. Use colour profiles
  4. Configure software within workflow
  5. Maintain colour management workflow

Knowledge Evidence

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

identify work health and safety (WHS) issues related to managing colour for digital production

define densitometric and spectrophotometric measurement

define International Colour Consortium (ICC) profiles, their use and the effects they can have on output

explain device independent colour and profile connection spaces

outline use of colour space conversions and rendering intents

describe factors that influence selection of highlight and shadow aim points

explain grey balance requirements in relation to colour correction and the process of determining grey balance requirements

describe ink/toner light errors – ‘ideal’ versus ‘actual’ inks/toners

explain viewing light conditions and metamerism

outline factors determining requirements for colour correction and how different stocks affect colour

describe effects different inks have on colour reproduction for proofing and final production, and how dot gain affects colour

identify type of press and what printing process is being used for final output

describe solutions to common problems of colour management

describe effects of using the wrong profile on output

identify sources of information on colour management.