Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia)

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, and analyse and evaluate information. They design and author multimedia information, create electronic documents, manipulate databases and information systems and may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Job Roles

Multimedia developer

Multimedia technician

Website designer

Content developer

Web publisher

Electronic publisher


Subjects

Total number of units = 26 units

4 core units plus

13 elective units from Group A plus

9 elective units from Group B.

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

6 elective units must be selected from the Group B elective units listed below.

Up to 4 Group B elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units, or from other 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

add topic BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards

add topic ICPSU260C Maintain a safe work environment

add topic ICPSU262C Communicate in the workplace

Group A Elective Units

add topic BSBMGT402A Implement operational plan

add topic CUFDIG304A Create visual design components

add topic CUFDIG501A Coordinate the testing of interactive media products

add topic ICAWEB502A Create dynamic web pages

add topic ICPMM263C Access and use the Internet

add topic ICPPP211C Develop a basic design concept

add topic ICPPP221C Select and apply type

add topic ICPPP224C Produce pages using a page layout application

add topic ICPPP225C Produce graphics using a graphics application

add topic ICPPP284B Produce PDF files for online or screen display

add topic ICPPP334C Prepare an imposition format for printing processes

add topic ICPPP396A Generate high-end PDF files

add topic ICPPP435C Generate complex imposition

add topic ICPPP484C Set up and operate automated workflow

Group B Elective Units

add topic BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

add topic BSBIPR601A Develop and implement strategies for intellectual property management

add topic BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement

add topic BSBREL402A Build client relationships and business networks

add topic BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

add topic BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

add topic BSBWOR404B Develop work priorities

add topic BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development

add topic CUFCMP301A Implement copyright arrangements

add topic CUFANM302A Create 3D digital animations

add topic CUFANM303A Create 3D digital models

add topic CUFANM401A Prepare 3D digital models for production

add topic CUFDIG304A Create visual design components

add topic CUFDIG401A Author interactive media

add topic CUFDIG403A Create user interfaces

add topic CUFDIG503A Design e-learning resources

add topic CUFDIG504A Design games

add topic CUFDIG505A Design information architecture

add topic ICADBS504A Integrate database with a website

add topic ICANWK414A Create a common gateway interface script

add topic ICAWEB419A Develop guidelines for uploading information to a website

add topic ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

add topic ICAWEB510A Analyse information and assign meta-tags

add topic ICPKN315C Apply knowledge and requirements of the multimedia sector

add topic ICPMM491D Create an extensible document

add topic ICPMM492D Create an extensible style sheet

add topic ICPPP252C Output images

add topic ICPPP352C Output complex images

add topic ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing

add topic ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template

add topic ICPPP494C Develop document content and structure

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

    Candidates may enter the qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower level qualification. However, the preferred pathway for candidates entering this qualification is:

    ICP30312 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia).

    Pathways from the qualification

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

    ICP50210 Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia)

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

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


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


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

ICPMM491D Create an extensible document

ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

ICPMM492D Create an extensible style sheet

ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

ICPPP396A Generate high-end PDF files

ICPPP284B Produce PDF files for online or screen display

ICPPP485C Develop a digital data template

ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing

ICPPP494C Develop document content and structure

ICPPP396A Generate high-end PDF files

CUFANM401A Prepare 3D digital models for production

CUFANM303A Create 3D digital models


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