This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate own work and/or that of a team. They prepare material, set up, monitor, run equipment and machinery and develop and apply production processes and procedures in the printing industry. Typically they provide leadership and guidance to others and have significant responsibility for the output of others.

Job Roles

Print machinist (technician)

Production controller

Total number of units = 20 units

4 core units plus

6 elective units from Group A plus

10 elective units from Group B or Group C.

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

7 elective units must be selected from the Group B or Group C elective units listed below.

At least 1 set of 2 units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.

Up to 3 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

BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

ICPSU216C Inspect quality against required standards

ICPSU260C Maintain a safe work environment

ICPSU262C Communicate in the workplace

Group A Elective Units

BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBWOR501B Manage personal work priorities and professional development

ICPSU351C Undertake basic production scheduling

ICPSU458C Monitor production workflow

ICPSU516C Set and apply quality standards

ICPSU553C Prepare production costing estimates

ICPSU583C Troubleshoot and optimise production processes

ICPSU684C Determine and improve process capability

Group B Elective Units

Set 1

ICPPR414C Produce specialist flexographic printed product and

ICPPR513C Set up for specialist flexographic printing

Set 2

ICPPR422C Produce specialist gravure printed product and

ICPPR521C Set up for specialist gravure printing

Set 3

ICPPR432C Produce specialist lithographic printed product and

ICPPR531C Set up for specialist lithographic printing

Set 4

ICPPR442C Produce specialist pad printed product and

ICPPR541C Set up for specialist pad printing

Set 5

ICPPR452C Produce specialist relief printed product and

ICPPR551C Set up for specialist relief printing

Group C Elective Units

BSBCUS501C Manage quality customer service

BSBMGT608C Manage innovation and continuous improvement

BSBMKG501B Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities

BSBSMB402A Plan small business finances

BSBSMB404A Undertake small business planning

ICAWEB429A Create a markup language document to specification

ICPCF381C Set up machine for complex laminating

ICPCF382C Produce complex laminated product

ICPPP284B Produce PDF files for online or screen display

ICPPP334C Prepare an imposition format for printing processes

ICPPP352C Output complex images

ICPPP370C Make multiple image plates

ICPPP385C Operate a database for digital printing

ICPPP396A Generate high-end PDF files

ICPPP397A Transfer digital files

ICPPP452C Output complex images direct to plate or press

ICPPP484C Set up and operate automated workflow

ICPPR382C Produce and manage complex digital print

ICPPR383C Prepare for personalised digital printing

ICPPR384A Set up and produce basic digital print

ICPPR471C Set up for complex coating

ICPPR472C Produce complex coated product

ICPPR484C Prepare for variable data printing

ICPPR496A Set up and produce complex digital print

MSACMC410A Lead change in a manufacturing environment

MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment

MSAENV472B Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

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.