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

ICPPR385A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply software applications to digital production

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICPPR385A - Apply software applications to digital production
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to correctly select and use a variety of high-end software applications to efficiently produce a standard job.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to the creation of a basic job, using multiple applications for individuals working in the digital printing sector.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites ICPSU281C Use computer systems
Competency Field Printing
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: Select and assess software
  • Printing requirements of the layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and printing feasibility
  • Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications
  • Appropriate software applications are used to complete components of the job according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standards
       
Element: Arrange elements on page
  • Client copy and images are assembled to conform to the design brief
  • Text is prepared and required fonts and font size are applied
  • Basic elements and images are created and arranged on the page to conform to the design brief
  • Image resolution and colour mode are determined according to job specifications, help function is accessed, if required, and solution to queries found
  • Document set-up is completed to conform to the design brief and job specifications
       
Element: Check quality
  • Text is reviewed for possible errors and omissions, and errors are discussed with client or supervisor
  • Arrangement of the basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles
  • Hard copy proof is printed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall design of the layout
  • Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required
  • The job is saved according to enterprise procedures
       
Element: Use RIP to output job
  • The layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures
  • The layout is printed according to job specifications and enterprise standards
       


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 skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the ability to:

use a variety of software applications to first produce a layout, then a printed product according to job specifications

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

use at least two software applications to prepare and print two different sets of layouts according to enterprise standards.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace

access to relevant facilities, equipment and materials used for digital production, such as high-end computers, RIPs, output devices and layout software

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.

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

third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate

practical demonstration by the candidate when applying software applications for digital production.

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICPPP211C Develop a basic design concept

ICPPP221C Select and apply type.

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.


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 skills

occupational health and safety (OHS) skills for using correct ergonomics when operating the computer

communication skills for gaining client agreement on design layout

collecting, analysing and organising skills for storing and retrieving all required electronic files

planning and organising skills for outputting a proof and gaining approval by the client

teamwork skills for maintaining the production process in association with others

numeracy skills for expressing ideas and techniques by determining image resolution

problem-solving skills for checking and fixing errors when preflighting

technical skills for selecting relevant hardware and software to produce a layout

Required knowledge

different printing processes used in digital production

colour modes and how they affect output

how image resolution is governed by output resolution and/or viewing distance

various software applications and their usages in relation to digital production

how the job specifications determine typeface selection

effect typefaces have on readability

design principles, such as hierarchy, emphasis, contrast, alignment, repetition and flow

how to select an manipulate type within a layout application

image manipulation techniques including basic colour correction

how to create basic vector shapes with an application

different colour modes and there uses

preflighting procedures

the various ways to import a job into a RIP

location of manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to high-end software applications for digital production

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Software applications may include:

Adobe Indesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

QuarkXpress

Corel

RIPs and front-end processors

new software applications and new versions of existing products entering the market regularly.

Basic elements may include:

simple filled or unfilled boxes

frames

rules (lines) or bullets used as accents or to divide a page into sections.

Document set-up may include:

margins

page size

page orientation

number of pages

arrangement of pages.

Enterprise procedures may include:

various filing methods and techniques including:

network drives

DVDs and archiving systems.

Raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor may include:

computerised monitoring and data entry device used to enter:

machine settings

job specification settings

monitor machine status and perform machine productivity enhancements.

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
Printing requirements of the layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and printing feasibility 
Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications 
Appropriate software applications are used to complete components of the job according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standards 
Client copy and images are assembled to conform to the design brief 
Text is prepared and required fonts and font size are applied 
Basic elements and images are created and arranged on the page to conform to the design brief 
Image resolution and colour mode are determined according to job specifications, help function is accessed, if required, and solution to queries found 
Document set-up is completed to conform to the design brief and job specifications 
Text is reviewed for possible errors and omissions, and errors are discussed with client or supervisor 
Arrangement of the basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles 
Hard copy proof is printed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall design of the layout 
Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required 
The job is saved according to enterprise procedures 
The layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures 
The layout is printed according to job specifications and enterprise standards 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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