Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPCCSG3004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Print digital signs

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPCCSG3004 - Print digital signs
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to produce finished signs from print ready digital files, using printers and their associated software. Signs can be printed on to a range of substrates, including paper, vinyl, glass, fabric and aluminium composite, using a range of printing technology and equipment. They may also be laminated for protection.The unit supports sign manufacturers using industry-recognised software and printing equipment to produce signs that are displayed for commercial, advertising, informative and promotional purposes. Digitally printed signs can be used to produce banners, illuminated signs, billboards, panels and vehicle graphics.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Suitable assessment of performance requires:

equipment:

laminating equipment appropriate to the task

printing equipment appropriate to the task

materials:

electronic files prepared for printing

laminating film

printing media specified in performance evidence

specifications:

job requirements

manufacturer specifications

relationships with team members:

work may be conducted alone and in teams

timeframe:

according to job requirements.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Signs and graphics
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare work.
  • Job requirements are identified from client briefs, existing file specifications and workplace instructions, confirmed, and applied to planning and preparation.
  • Output devices suited to the task are identified and printing format is selected and confirmed with client.
  • Workflow roles and responsibilities, sequence of tasks and time requirements are confirmed and applied to planning.
  • Printing software appropriate to the task is selected and set up according to job requirements.
  • Health and safety requirements are identified and applied to planning.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1

Plan and prepare work.

1.1

Job requirements are identified from client briefs, existing file specifications and workplace instructions, confirmed, and applied to planning and preparation.

1.2

Output devices suited to the task are identified and printing format is selected and confirmed with client.

1.3

Workflow roles and responsibilities, sequence of tasks and time requirements are confirmed and applied to planning.

1.4

Printing software appropriate to the task is selected and set up according to job requirements.

1.5

Health and safety requirements are identified and applied to planning.

2

Set up printer.

2.1

Print heads are checked for serviceability, monitored, and adjusted or serviced when required.

2.2

Print media is selected appropriate to type of digital printing required and loaded into printer according to manufacturer specifications.

2.3

Correct profile for the media is selected to meet job requirements.

2.4

Feed and bi-directional calibration are adjusted to suit given media.

3

Produce printed sign.

3.1

Print ready digital file is checked for correct output profiles and adjustments are made as required to suit output device and media.

3.2

Correct colour profiles are applied to file to accurately reproduce colours.

3.3

Image resolution is checked and confirmed as appropriate to output specifications.

3.4

Bleeds, printer marks and contour cuts are applied.

3.5

Digital file is sent to be ripped as required.

3.6

Test prints are printed, quality checked against job requirements, and modifications are made to files and output devices as required to improve print quality.

3.7

Printed sign is checked for quality and client requirements and printed in quantities and according to specifications.

4

Laminate printed sign.

4.1

Laminator and laminate are selected according to type of printed media and job requirements and are prepared for use.

4.2

Laminate is loaded into laminator, machine controls are adjusted, and laminate is applied to printed media to manufacturer specifications.

4.3

Laminated sign is checked for quality and client requirements, defects are identified and rectified or sign is reprinted and laminated until client requirements are met.

4.4

Laminated sign is stored safely.

5

Clean up.

5.1

Work area is cleaned and waste materials sorted and removed according to regulatory authority requirements.

5.2

Equipment and printer components are checked and routine maintenance is undertaken, or arranged with external provider as required.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, and must print three different signs from digital files on each of the following media:

aluminium composite

paper

vinyl.

At least one sign must be produced using a flatbed printer and one sign using a roll to roll digital printer.

Laminate one of the finished signs, selecting laminate for the printed substrate according to type of printed media and job requirements and safely and effectively undertaking laminating processes.

In doing the above work, the person must:

handle and use uncompressed file formats correctly in the digital printing process

apply digital colour management principles when using software and output media

correctly handle media used in the digital printing process

select and set up appropriate printers for the task and conduct routine maintenance appropriate to the printer

identify printing and laminating defects and rectify faults to ensure job requirements are met

operate raster image processor (RIP) software in the printing process.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

characteristics of different types of digital printing output devices, including:

flatbed printers

roll to roll printers

ultraviolet (UV) printers

types and characteristics of various digital printing products

principles of colour theory and their application in printing digital signs

range and application of different laminates

techniques and process for laminating signs

safety data sheets (SDS) relevant to the use of printing tools and equipment

procedures for routine maintenance and cleaning of printers

statutory and regulatory authority requirements, particularly those relating to:

removal of waste products

storage of chemicals

terminology and use of abbreviations in the signs and graphics industry

use and application of uncompressed file formats, including:

encapsulated post script (EPS)

portable document format (PDF)

RAW file

tagged image file format (TIFF).

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1

Plan and prepare work.

1.1

Job requirements are identified from client briefs, existing file specifications and workplace instructions, confirmed, and applied to planning and preparation.

1.2

Output devices suited to the task are identified and printing format is selected and confirmed with client.

1.3

Workflow roles and responsibilities, sequence of tasks and time requirements are confirmed and applied to planning.

1.4

Printing software appropriate to the task is selected and set up according to job requirements.

1.5

Health and safety requirements are identified and applied to planning.

2

Set up printer.

2.1

Print heads are checked for serviceability, monitored, and adjusted or serviced when required.

2.2

Print media is selected appropriate to type of digital printing required and loaded into printer according to manufacturer specifications.

2.3

Correct profile for the media is selected to meet job requirements.

2.4

Feed and bi-directional calibration are adjusted to suit given media.

3

Produce printed sign.

3.1

Print ready digital file is checked for correct output profiles and adjustments are made as required to suit output device and media.

3.2

Correct colour profiles are applied to file to accurately reproduce colours.

3.3

Image resolution is checked and confirmed as appropriate to output specifications.

3.4

Bleeds, printer marks and contour cuts are applied.

3.5

Digital file is sent to be ripped as required.

3.6

Test prints are printed, quality checked against job requirements, and modifications are made to files and output devices as required to improve print quality.

3.7

Printed sign is checked for quality and client requirements and printed in quantities and according to specifications.

4

Laminate printed sign.

4.1

Laminator and laminate are selected according to type of printed media and job requirements and are prepared for use.

4.2

Laminate is loaded into laminator, machine controls are adjusted, and laminate is applied to printed media to manufacturer specifications.

4.3

Laminated sign is checked for quality and client requirements, defects are identified and rectified or sign is reprinted and laminated until client requirements are met.

4.4

Laminated sign is stored safely.

5

Clean up.

5.1

Work area is cleaned and waste materials sorted and removed according to regulatory authority requirements.

5.2

Equipment and printer components are checked and routine maintenance is undertaken, or arranged with external provider as required.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Health and safety requirements must include:

selection, correct fitting, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

emergency procedures, including:

evacuation

first aid

location and use of firefighting equipment

hazard identification and risk control procedures

safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

use of machines

use of tools and equipment

workplace environmental requirements.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are identified from client briefs, existing file specifications and workplace instructions, confirmed, and applied to planning and preparation. 
Output devices suited to the task are identified and printing format is selected and confirmed with client. 
Workflow roles and responsibilities, sequence of tasks and time requirements are confirmed and applied to planning. 
Printing software appropriate to the task is selected and set up according to job requirements. 
Health and safety requirements are identified and applied to planning. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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