This qualification applies to individuals working in the multimedia sector of the printing and graphic arts industry. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, design and author multimedia information, create electronic documents, manipulate databases and information systems. They may also provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Job roles

Multimedia content author

Multimedia/graphic design assistant

Website designer

Electronic publisher

Assistant desktop publisher

Pre-press worker

Multimedia production technician

Total number of units = 19 units

4 core units plus

11 elective units from Group A plus

4 elective units from Group B.

Up to 2 elective units from Group A can be substituted with Group B elective units listed below.

1 elective unit must be selected from the Group B elective units.

Up to 3 Group B elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units or from qualifications at the same qualification level or one level higher, in this Training Package or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the qualification level, job role, work outcome and industry requirements. Unit selection is by negotiation and mutual agreement between the employee, employer and the RTO and is based on enterprise and individual needs.

Core Units

BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards

ICPSU260C Maintain a safe work environment

ICPSU262C Communicate in the workplace

Group A Elective Units

ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

ICPKN315C Apply knowledge and requirements of the multimedia sector

ICPMM263C Access and use the Internet

ICPMM322C Edit a digital image

ICPPP211C Develop a basic design concept

ICPPP221C Select and apply type

ICPPP224C Produce pages using a page layout application

ICPPP225C Produce graphics using a graphics application

ICPPP252C Output images

ICPPP324C Create pages using a page layout application

ICPPP397A Transfer digital files

ICPSU381C Operate and maintain computer resources

Group B Elective Units

BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers

BSBDES302A Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

BSBINN201A Contribute to workplace innovation

CUFANM301A Create 2D digital animation

CUFDIG404A Apply scripting language to authoring

CUFDIG201A Maintain interactive content

ICANWK414A Create a common gateway interface script

ICAWEB418A Use development software and IT tools to build a basic website

ICAWEB409A Develop cascading style sheets

ICAWEB510A Analyse information and assign meta-tags

ICAWEB421A Ensure website content meets technical protocols and standards

ICAWEB410A Apply web authoring tool to convert client data for websites

ICPMM296C Create and test a CD-ROM/DVD

ICPMM321C Capture a digital image

ICPMM344C Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations

ICPMM346C Incorporate video into multimedia presentations

ICPPP284B Produce PDF files for online or screen display OR

ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept

ICPPP325C Create graphics using a graphics application

ICPPP396A Generate high-end PDF files

ICPPP334C Prepare an imposition format for printing processes

ICPPP386C Undertake digital proofing

ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing

ICPSU351C Undertake basic production scheduling

ICPSU456C Control production

MSACMC210A Manage the impact of change on own work

MSACMS200A Apply competitive manufacturing practices

MSACMS201A Sustain process improvements

MSACMT230A Apply cost factors to work practices

MSACMT240A Apply 5S procedures in a manufacturing environment

MSACMT280A Undertake root cause analysis

MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.

Units in Qualification with Prerequisites

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.