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ICPSCP337 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare stencil using photographic capillary method

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency ICPSCP337 - Prepare stencil using photographic capillary method
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, prepare, process and store photographic capillary stencils.It applies to individuals working in the printing and graphic arts industry who may have to set up and operate power-driven or hand-operated screen printing machines. They may have to provide leadership and guidance to others and have some limited responsibility for the output of 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 screen printing field of work and include access to chemicals and relevant equipment.

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: Prepare work area
  • Work area is made clean and functional prior to commencement of work
  • Equipment is inspected to ensure it is functional and, where necessary, appropriate remedial action is taken prior to commencement of work
  • Chemicals are prepared, if necessary, according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
       
Element: Prepare screen
  • Screen is selected according to job specifications
  • Chemicals are applied and removed according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
       
Element: Select and process capillary film
  • Capillary film is selected according to requirements for ink type, print resolution, substrate and machine type with minimisation of waste
  • Capillary film is cut to size according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications with minimisation of waste
  • Capillary film is mounted on screen according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
  • Screen is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures
  • Backing sheet is removed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
       
Element: Process material
  • Screen is placed in vacuum frame with positive positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and job specifications
  • Exposure is calculated and stencil exposed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
  • Light source is positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
  • Exposed screen is removed from vacuum frame according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
  • Exposed screen is washed out according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
       
Element: Dry stencil
  • Processed stencil is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
  • Backing sheet is carefully removed and stencil checked for full adhesion
       
Element: Block out screen
  • Stencil is inspected for flaws, scum and orientation
  • Non-image areas of prepared screen are blocked out with filler suitable for ink type and according to job specifications
  • Pinholes are spotted out with suitable filler and faulty or damaged images are retouched and taped according to ink type and job specifications
       
Element: Store screen
  • Prepared screen is labelled according to enterprise specifications
  • Prepared screen is stored in clean, dry environment according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
       


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 Prepare work area

1.1 Work area is made clean and functional prior to commencement of work

1.2 Equipment is inspected to ensure it is functional and, where necessary, appropriate remedial action is taken prior to commencement of work

1.3 Chemicals are prepared, if necessary, according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

2 Prepare screen

2.1 Screen is selected according to job specifications

2.2 Chemicals are applied and removed according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

3 Select and process capillary film

3.1 Capillary film is selected according to requirements for ink type, print resolution, substrate and machine type with minimisation of waste

3.2 Capillary film is cut to size according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications with minimisation of waste

3.3 Capillary film is mounted on screen according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

3.4 Screen is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures

3.5 Backing sheet is removed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4 Process material

4.1 Screen is placed in vacuum frame with positive positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and job specifications

4.2 Exposure is calculated and stencil exposed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.3 Light source is positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.4 Exposed screen is removed from vacuum frame according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.5 Exposed screen is washed out according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

5 Dry stencil

5.1 Processed stencil is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

5.2 Backing sheet is carefully removed and stencil checked for full adhesion

6 Block out screen

6.1 Stencil is inspected for flaws, scum and orientation

6.2 Non-image areas of prepared screen are blocked out with filler suitable for ink type and according to job specifications

6.3 Pinholes are spotted out with suitable filler and faulty or damaged images are retouched and taped according to ink type and job specifications

7 Store screen

7.1 Prepared screen is labelled according to enterprise specifications

7.2 Prepared screen is stored in clean, dry environment according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly prepare TWO different direct screens using automatic coating equipment and expose, wash and dry the screen according to all manufacturer, job, enterprise and workplace safety requirements.

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:

outline work health and safety (WHS) requirements when degreasing screens

identify the significance of the mesh count and the selection of mesh count for the application of a capillary stencil

discuss the impact of correct tension on the screen

identify the chemicals that are used for degreasing screens

outline the maintenance procedures that are employed for equipment in the stencil preparation area

describe the peculiarities of photographic capillary stencils and the selection process

identify pollution and environmental concerns to be addressed when working with capillary films

identify wetting agents that are used to facilitate the application of the film to the screen

outline problems that are caused by dust on the surface of the mesh

discuss the importance of the position of film on the screen, the problems that can occur from poor or incorrect mounting techniques and how they can be rectified

outline WHS concerns related to exposing stencils

describe the correct drying distance and drying time, how these are calculated and the effects of incorrect drying temperatures

discuss the need to dry film under safelight conditions and the function and use of a light integrator

outline the removal of the backing sheet

describe the effect that the position, angle and distance of the light source has on the exposure process

outline the effect that temperature, pressure and time taken has on the washing out process

describe the importance of blotting up excess water from the stencil to prevent scum and streaking

outline how to determine when a stencil is dry

explain how the ink and stencil types affect the blockout

outline preventive measures that can be taken to prevent pinholes, and the importance of taping the edge of the frame

describe how a screen can be identified at a later date

identify maintenance that should be carried out on exposing, washing and drying equipment

identify required manuals, safety and other documentation and briefly outline the relevant information in each source.


Submission Requirements

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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 Prepare work area

1.1 Work area is made clean and functional prior to commencement of work

1.2 Equipment is inspected to ensure it is functional and, where necessary, appropriate remedial action is taken prior to commencement of work

1.3 Chemicals are prepared, if necessary, according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

2 Prepare screen

2.1 Screen is selected according to job specifications

2.2 Chemicals are applied and removed according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

3 Select and process capillary film

3.1 Capillary film is selected according to requirements for ink type, print resolution, substrate and machine type with minimisation of waste

3.2 Capillary film is cut to size according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications with minimisation of waste

3.3 Capillary film is mounted on screen according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

3.4 Screen is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures

3.5 Backing sheet is removed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4 Process material

4.1 Screen is placed in vacuum frame with positive positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and job specifications

4.2 Exposure is calculated and stencil exposed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.3 Light source is positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.4 Exposed screen is removed from vacuum frame according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

4.5 Exposed screen is washed out according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

5 Dry stencil

5.1 Processed stencil is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

5.2 Backing sheet is carefully removed and stencil checked for full adhesion

6 Block out screen

6.1 Stencil is inspected for flaws, scum and orientation

6.2 Non-image areas of prepared screen are blocked out with filler suitable for ink type and according to job specifications

6.3 Pinholes are spotted out with suitable filler and faulty or damaged images are retouched and taped according to ink type and job specifications

7 Store screen

7.1 Prepared screen is labelled according to enterprise specifications

7.2 Prepared screen is stored in clean, dry environment according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

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
Work area is made clean and functional prior to commencement of work 
Equipment is inspected to ensure it is functional and, where necessary, appropriate remedial action is taken prior to commencement of work 
Chemicals are prepared, if necessary, according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Screen is selected according to job specifications 
Chemicals are applied and removed according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Capillary film is selected according to requirements for ink type, print resolution, substrate and machine type with minimisation of waste 
Capillary film is cut to size according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications with minimisation of waste 
Capillary film is mounted on screen according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Screen is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures 
Backing sheet is removed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Screen is placed in vacuum frame with positive positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and job specifications 
Exposure is calculated and stencil exposed according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Light source is positioned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Exposed screen is removed from vacuum frame according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Exposed screen is washed out according to WHS requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Processed stencil is dried according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 
Backing sheet is carefully removed and stencil checked for full adhesion 
Stencil is inspected for flaws, scum and orientation 
Non-image areas of prepared screen are blocked out with filler suitable for ink type and according to job specifications 
Pinholes are spotted out with suitable filler and faulty or damaged images are retouched and taped according to ink type and job specifications 
Prepared screen is labelled according to enterprise specifications 
Prepared screen is stored in clean, dry environment according to manufacturer or supplier specifications 

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