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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare work area
  2. Prepare screen
  3. Select and process capillary film
  4. Process material
  5. Dry stencil
  6. Block out screen
  7. Store screen

Knowledge Evidence

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

outline work health and safety (WHS) requirements when degreasing screens

identify the significance of the mesh count and the selection of mesh count for the application of a capillary stencil

discuss the impact of correct tension on the screen

identify the chemicals that are used for degreasing screens

outline the maintenance procedures that are employed for equipment in the stencil preparation area

describe the peculiarities of photographic capillary stencils and the selection process

identify pollution and environmental concerns to be addressed when working with capillary films

identify wetting agents that are used to facilitate the application of the film to the screen

outline problems that are caused by dust on the surface of the mesh

discuss the importance of the position of film on the screen, the problems that can occur from poor or incorrect mounting techniques and how they can be rectified

outline WHS concerns related to exposing stencils

describe the correct drying distance and drying time, how these are calculated and the effects of incorrect drying temperatures

discuss the need to dry film under safelight conditions and the function and use of a light integrator

outline the removal of the backing sheet

describe the effect that the position, angle and distance of the light source has on the exposure process

outline the effect that temperature, pressure and time taken has on the washing out process

describe the importance of blotting up excess water from the stencil to prevent scum and streaking

outline how to determine when a stencil is dry

explain how the ink and stencil types affect the blockout

outline preventive measures that can be taken to prevent pinholes, and the importance of taping the edge of the frame

describe how a screen can be identified at a later date

identify maintenance that should be carried out on exposing, washing and drying equipment

identify required manuals, safety and other documentation and briefly outline the relevant information in each source.