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

ICPPP325B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Create graphics using a graphics application

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency ICPPP325B - Create graphics using a graphics application
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop graphics incorporating a range of features for cross-media publishing based on a client brief using a high-end application.This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop graphics incorporating a range of features for cross-media publishing based on a client brief using a high-end application.
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills.This unit contains Employability Skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application For this unit the knowledge and skills cover selecting, adapting and transferring skills and knowledge to new environments and providing technical advice and some leadership in resolution of specific problems. This will be applied across a range of roles in a variety of contexts with some complexity in the extent and choice of options available.For this unit the knowledge and skills cover selecting, adapting and transferring skills and knowledge to new environments and providing technical advice and some leadership in resolution of specific problems. This will be applied across a range of roles in a variety of contexts with some complexity in the extent and choice of options available.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites ICPPP225B Produce graphics using a graphics applicationICPPP225B Produce graphics using a graphics application
Competency Field Pre-pressPre-press
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: Balance image quality and file size
  • Graphics files are opened and design brief requirements are confirmed
  • Graphics are repeated efficiently using a symbol or stamp to reduce file size
  • Slices are created from objects, layers or groups and updated as required
  • Type anti-aliasing is applied selectively to keep small text easy to read
  • Tasks are automated wherever possible and where necessary scripts are used for automation
       
Element: Manipulate objects
  • Objects and text are manipulated and edited as required
  • Complex shapes are created by combining shapes into compounds and if required compounds are edited
       
Element: Import images
  • Bitmap images are embedded and/or linked in the file
  • Placed Bitmaps are modified and/or duplicated depending on design requirements
  • Bitmaps are masked and/or an opacity mask is added
  • Layered file is exported to image editing program for editing
       
Element: Develop variable templates
  • Based on the design brief, objects are defined within the template as variables
  • An automated script or an image server is used to ensure variations, using data stored in any ODBC-compliant source
  • The template variables are tested to ensure correct operation
       
Element: Colour separate artwork
  • The correct format for the colour separation is determined by the requirements of the pre-press workflow system
  • Command preferences are set to correct preferences for print quality and process
  • Based on printer feedback the colour separation options are set according to print requirements of the design brief
  • Process and spot colours are combined if required
  • A screen frequency value appropriate for the print quality is selected and colour separation preferences are saved
  • Spreads and chokes traps are created to avoid mis-registration
  • The overlapping and overprint of objects are defined
  • A proof is created and the separations checked, any required editing is completed and the file is saved
       
Element: Prepare for final media
  • Metadata tags are embedded to catalogue, organise and retrieve artwork
  • For cross-media publishing purposes web-safe colours are selected
  • File formats are chosen to best represent artwork styles
  • Objects are linked to create an image map that meets design requirements
  • Objects are layered to create animation frames and exported for animation set up
  • Compression options are selected that keep the image quality high and the file size low
  • Export options are set to the best settings for the final media and the file is saved and exported
       


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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Knowledge and Skills, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

Developing graphics incorporating a range of features for cross-media publishing based on a client brief using a high-end application

Demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance

Evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

relevant hardware and software

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

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.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:

Image formats (SWF, SVG, GIF, JPEG, PNG)

JavaScript, AppleScript or Microsoft Visual Basic

Text and formatting

Drawing shapes

Manipulating images

Design principles

Profiles

Colour management

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

Communication of ideas and information by embedding metadata tags

Collecting, analysing and organising information by linking objects to create an image map that meets design requirements

Planning and organising activities by automating tasks wherever possible and using scripts for automation

Teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with others

Mathematical ideas and techniques by selecting a screen frequency value appropriate for the print quality

Problem-solving skills by creating complex shapes and editing them

Use of technology by creating graphics using a graphics application

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

High-end application

Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Freehand

Tasks

Batch processing and creating variations of similar designs

Manipulated

Bend, stretch, twist, warping, liquefy

Command preferences

RGB, CMYK, colour management, proof options, Document Information subjects

Colour separation options

Process colour, spot colour, halftone, resolution, bleed, printer marks

Colours

CMYK colours, Spot colours, Registration colours, PMS

Edited

Transparency, gradients, strokes, custom colours using CMYK sliders

Objects

Predefined shapes, drawn objects, curved segments, lines

Formatting

Font, leading, paragraph alignment, character size, columns of type, text flow

Appearance attributes

Fills, strokes, effects, blending modes, transparency

Properties

Are appearance attributes such as above

Effects

Glows, textures, opacity, blur

Elements

Layers, fine lines, blending, feathering

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
Graphics files are opened and design brief requirements are confirmed 
Graphics are repeated efficiently using a symbol or stamp to reduce file size 
Slices are created from objects, layers or groups and updated as required 
Type anti-aliasing is applied selectively to keep small text easy to read 
Tasks are automated wherever possible and where necessary scripts are used for automation 
Objects and text are manipulated and edited as required 
Complex shapes are created by combining shapes into compounds and if required compounds are edited 
Bitmap images are embedded and/or linked in the file 
Placed Bitmaps are modified and/or duplicated depending on design requirements 
Bitmaps are masked and/or an opacity mask is added 
Layered file is exported to image editing program for editing 
Based on the design brief, objects are defined within the template as variables 
An automated script or an image server is used to ensure variations, using data stored in any ODBC-compliant source 
The template variables are tested to ensure correct operation 
The correct format for the colour separation is determined by the requirements of the pre-press workflow system 
Command preferences are set to correct preferences for print quality and process 
Based on printer feedback the colour separation options are set according to print requirements of the design brief 
Process and spot colours are combined if required 
A screen frequency value appropriate for the print quality is selected and colour separation preferences are saved 
Spreads and chokes traps are created to avoid mis-registration 
The overlapping and overprint of objects are defined 
A proof is created and the separations checked, any required editing is completed and the file is saved 
Metadata tags are embedded to catalogue, organise and retrieve artwork 
For cross-media publishing purposes web-safe colours are selected 
File formats are chosen to best represent artwork styles 
Objects are linked to create an image map that meets design requirements 
Objects are layered to create animation frames and exported for animation set up 
Compression options are selected that keep the image quality high and the file size low 
Export options are set to the best settings for the final media and the file is saved and exported 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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