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

ICPPRN385 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply software applications to digital production

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICPPRN385 - Apply software applications to digital production
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to correctly select and use a variety of software applications to efficiently produce a standard job.It applies to skilled individuals working in digital production who are responsible for digital production workflow and who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context. They use some discretion and judgement, and relevant technical knowledge, and provide technical advice and support to others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the printing field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

RIP or front-end processor.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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
  • Publication requirements of layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and feasibility
  • Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications
  • 1.3 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 solutions 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
  • Basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles
  • Copy is proofed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall layout design
  • Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required
  • Job is saved according to enterprise procedures
       
Element: Use RIP to output job
  • Layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures
  • Layout is produced 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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select and assess software

1.1 Publication requirements of layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and feasibility

1.2 Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications

1.3 Appropriate software applications are used to complete components of the job according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standards

2. Arrange elements on page

2.1 Client copy and images are assembled to conform to the design brief

2.2 Text is prepared and required fonts and font size are applied

2.3 Basic elements and images are created and arranged on the page to conform to the design brief

2.4 Image resolution and colour mode are determined according to job specifications, help function is accessed, if required, and solutions to queries found

2.5 Document set-up is completed to conform to the design brief and job specifications

3. Check quality

3.1 Text is reviewed for possible errors and omissions, and errors are discussed with client or supervisor

3.2 Basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles

3.3 Copy is proofed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall layout design

3.4 Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required

3.5 Job is saved according to enterprise procedures

4. Use RIP to output job

4.1 Layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures

4.2 Layout is produced according to job specifications and enterprise standards

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly use TWO software applications to prepare and produce two different sets of layouts according to enterprise standards and job specifications.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

list different processes used in digital production

describe colour modes and how they affect output

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

describe various software applications and their usages in relation to digital production

identify how job specifications determine typeface selection and the effect typefaces have on readability

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

describe how to select and manipulate type within a layout application, and image manipulation techniques including basic colour correction

describe how to create basic vector shapes with an application

outline different colour modes and their uses

outline preflighting procedures and various ways to import a job into a RIP

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

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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select and assess software

1.1 Publication requirements of layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and feasibility

1.2 Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications

1.3 Appropriate software applications are used to complete components of the job according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise standards

2. Arrange elements on page

2.1 Client copy and images are assembled to conform to the design brief

2.2 Text is prepared and required fonts and font size are applied

2.3 Basic elements and images are created and arranged on the page to conform to the design brief

2.4 Image resolution and colour mode are determined according to job specifications, help function is accessed, if required, and solutions to queries found

2.5 Document set-up is completed to conform to the design brief and job specifications

3. Check quality

3.1 Text is reviewed for possible errors and omissions, and errors are discussed with client or supervisor

3.2 Basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles

3.3 Copy is proofed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall layout design

3.4 Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required

3.5 Job is saved according to enterprise procedures

4. Use RIP to output job

4.1 Layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures

4.2 Layout is produced according to job specifications and enterprise standards

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
Publication requirements of layout brief are determined to align with digital production processes and feasibility 
Range of software applications is selected according to job specifications 
1.3 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 solutions 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 
Basic elements are arranged to adhere with design principles 
Copy is proofed and rechecked for errors, omissions and overall layout design 
Necessary changes are made and reviewed and re-proofed as required 
Job is saved according to enterprise procedures 
Layout is imported into a raster image processor (RIP) or front-end processor according to workplace procedures 
Layout is produced according to job specifications and enterprise standards 

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