Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Graphic Pre-press)

This qualification applies to individuals working in the graphic pre-press sector of the printing and graphic arts industry. They design layouts and assemble text and graphics into page formats for printing, apply solutions to a defined range of problems associated with the reproduction of images for the print medium and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may also take responsibility for production flow and provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Job Roles

Pre-press technician

Production controller


Subjects

Total number of units = 10 units

8 elective units from Group A plus

2 elective units from Group B.

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

The 2 Group B elective unit 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.

Group A Elective Units

add topic AUM4012A Apply quality assurance techniques

add topic ICPPP252C Output images

add topic ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept

add topic ICPPP352C Output complex images

add topic ICPPP421C Compose and evaluate typography

add topic ICPPP430C Manage colour

add topic ICPPP435C Generate complex imposition

add topic ICPPP484C Set up and operate automated workflow

add topic ICPPR387A Use colour management for production

Group B Elective Units

add topic BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

add topic BSBMGT402A Implement operational plan

add topic BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

add topic BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

add topic ICAWEB409A Develop cascading style sheets

add topic ICPMM321C Capture a digital image

add topic ICPMM322C Edit a digital image

add topic ICPMM492D Create an extensible style sheet

add topic ICPPP221C Select and apply type

add topic ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing

add topic ICPPP411C Undertake a complex design brief

add topic ICPPP422C Digitise complex images for reproduction

add topic ICPPP452C Output complex images direct to plate or press

add topic ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template

add topic ICPPR484C Prepare for variable data printing

add topic ICPSU482C Troubleshoot and optimise materials and machinery

add topic MSACMC410A Lead change in a manufacturing environment

add topic MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment

add topic MSAENV472B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    The completion of all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30212 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Graphic Pre-press), or equivalent vocational competencies.

    Pathways from the qualification

    At the completion of this qualification candidates could choose to enter a:

    ICP50110 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Digital Production)

    ICP50410 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Management/Sales)

    ICP50510 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Process Improvement).


Entry Requirements

This qualification requires the completion of all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30212 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Graphic Pre-press), or equivalent vocational competencies.


Licensing Information

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

Code and title

Prerequisite units required

ICPMM492D Create an extensible style sheet

ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

ICPPP411C Undertake a complex design brief

ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept.

ICPPP421C Compose and evaluate typography

ICPPP221C Select and apply type

ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template

ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing


Employability Skills

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.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

conveying and handling information

giving and following simple instructions

participating in work teams and consulting with clients about printing specifications

Teamwork

consulting with designers, printers and clients to ensure production and final user requirements have been met

Problem solving

identifying hazards and reporting them

tuning and adjusting machinery to ensure highest quality and yield

selecting production criteria to ensure client needs are met

evaluating and proofing own work

Initiative and enterprise

finding information from a variety of sources

suggesting improvements and experimenting with materials to extend their use and meet efficiency targets

transferring skills to new environments

Planning and organising

determining a plan of action to ensure deadlines are met

organising information clearly, concisely and logically

Self-management

showing leadership in the resolution of problems

using discretion and confidentiality when dealing with clients

using personal protective equipment

using time efficiently to met production schedules and deadlines

Learning

giving instructions that are accurate, clear, concise, comprehensive and consistent with the skills of the receiver

providing technical advice

Technology

selecting and using special purpose tools, equipment and industry software packages

tuning and adjusting machinery