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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Compose type
   • Type is composed according to job specifications
   • Allowance is made for type run-arounds, stipples, spot colour and complex shapes
   • Kerning is applied to type according to job specifications
2. Solve typographic technical problems
   • Capabilities of equipment to produce type are assessed correctly
   • Technical problems relevant to colour and reproduction of type are resolved by re-evaluation of typographic elements or amendment of the brief in consultation with client
3. Ensure quality of typographic output
   • Finished typography is checked for conformance to client specifications, including correct grammar and punctuation, and printing requirements
   • Quality of typographic reproduction is monitored to ensure required standards of output
4. Manage type system
   • Electronic type system is managed to facilitate storage, retrieval and outputting of data
   • Type software and fonts have current user licences that allow type to be used for the job
   • Type software and files are stored in appropriate locations for future access

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

produce and evaluate TWO complex typographic jobs

compose type using overlays, tints and kerning to meet specifications

resolve any technical problems to ensure type reproduction meets quality standards defined in job specifications

identify substrate for reproduction and the printing process in the typographic solutions

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

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Knowledge Evidence

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

list typographic considerations that must be taken into account when making typeface selections for various printing processes or electronic media

describe effects that type alignment and justification have on a job

describe how dynamic design layouts affect type selection

define the difference between text point size and display point size

define basic classifications of text typefaces

list problems of using fine type in reverse print

describe typographic principles to consider when stippling type

describe colour considerations when using text type

list references utilised to evaluate if appropriate grammar and punctuation has been used in this job

list manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task, where they are kept, and the information in them

list other sources of available information.

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