ICP40410 - Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)
Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)
This qualification applies to individuals working as a binder and finisher in the printing and graphic arts industry. They apply solutions to a defined range of problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Job Roles
Binder and finisher (technician)
Subjects
Total number of units = 8 units
3 core units plus
5 elective units.
3 elective units must be selected from the list below.
Up to 2 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
ICPCF391C Use electronic monitoring systems (converting and finishing)
ICPSU482C Troubleshoot and optimise materials and machinery
TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace
Pathways...
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter this qualification after they have completed all units of competency (core and electives) necessary for the award of ICP30712 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing), or equivalent vocational competencies.
Pathways from the qualification
At the completion of this qualification candidates could choose to enter a:
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 ICP30712 Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing), 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
ICPPR496A Set up and produce complex digital print
ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards
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
discussing book restoration treatment options with book owners
interpreting implicit and explicit requirements of the job brief
Teamwork
operating production processes in association with fellow workers
Problem solving
conducting a proof run and adjusting machinery settings to ensure production speeds are attained
evaluating book restoration ethical/rarity/value cost alternatives
Initiative and enterprise
contributing to decision making of the work group
identifying and applying skills and knowledge to a wide variety of printing problems
Planning and organising
assembling materials for binding books
planning for the shutdown of production processes
Self-management
using courteous, effective, responsive and supportive communication in workplace interactions
using time efficiently to meet production schedules and timelines
Learning
giving and following simple routine instructions
Technology
setting up and using printing equipment and electronic monitoring systems