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ICPSCP383 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare film for complex screen printing

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICPSCP383 - Prepare film for complex screen printing
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare film for complex screen printing using appropriate equipment and Raster Image Processor (RIP) software.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:

a computer and scanner and RIP software

workplace documentation

job specifications

enterprise procedures.

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: Identify job requirements
  • Image specifications are checked according to job requirements and enterprise procedures
  • Orientation is checked against job specifications and adjusted if required
  • Resolution or dots per inch (DPI) is determined for template creation
       
Element: Prepare and operate equipment
  • Scanner and computer is selected, turned on and scanner glass cleaned
  • Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings made according to job requirements
  • Previews are made, image is selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required
  • Image format is determined and saved to storage device
       
Element: Select imaging software
  • Software is selected, scan is opened and separations are produced on individual layers according to job specifications
  • Colours are excluded as required on separation layers
  • Stroke is applied for bleed according to printing equipment
  • Separation layers are coloured for RIP software
  • Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements
  • Supplied finished artwork or separation is checked for output capability
       
Element: Select and operate appropriate equipment
  • Image setter or dye printer is selected, turned on and checked, and heads cleaned prior to outputting images
  • RIP software is selected and opened, and software settings checked and set according to output specifications
  • Nesting is checked to ensure no film is wasted
  • Image output is evaluated against job specifications and measuring, including checking with reflection densitometer valve
  • Film is handled according to manufacturer specifications
  • Output device is closed down according to manufacturer recommendations
       
Element: Assess job specifications
  • Requirements of printing process and job specification are assessed
  • Quality of job elements, including resolution or DPI, is specified according to client requirements
  • Films, dye cartridges, their qualities and process requirements are determined
  • Stock levels are checked and maintained according to job specifications
  • Copy is checked and assessed according to job specifications
       
Element: Select and use appropriate imaging software
  • Software is selected, scan is opened using layers and software tools as required, and separations are provided on individual layers according to job specifications
  • Colours are excluded as required on separation layers
  • Separate layers are coloured for specific RIP software requirements
  • Image, layers or separations are manually nested, if required, in accordance with film output device size
  • Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements and saved to storage device
  • Supplied finished artwork or separations are checked for output suitability
       


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 Identify job requirements

1.1 Image specifications are checked according to job requirements and enterprise procedures

1.2 Orientation is checked against job specifications and adjusted if required

1.3 Resolution or dots per inch (DPI) is determined for template creation

2 Prepare and operate equipment

2.1 Scanner and computer is selected, turned on and scanner glass cleaned

2.2 Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings made according to job requirements

2.3 Previews are made, image is selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required

2.4 Image format is determined and saved to storage device

3 Select imaging software

3.1 Software is selected, scan is opened and separations are produced on individual layers according to job specifications

3.2 Colours are excluded as required on separation layers

3.3 Stroke is applied for bleed according to printing equipment

3.4 Separation layers are coloured for RIP software

3.5 Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements

3.6 Supplied finished artwork or separation is checked for output capability

4 Select and operate appropriate equipment

4.1 Image setter or dye printer is selected, turned on and checked, and heads cleaned prior to outputting images

4.2 RIP software is selected and opened, and software settings checked and set according to output specifications

4.3 Nesting is checked to ensure no film is wasted

4.4 Image output is evaluated against job specifications and measuring, including checking with reflection densitometer valve

4.5 Film is handled according to manufacturer specifications

4.6 Output device is closed down according to manufacturer recommendations

5 Assess job specifications

5.1 Requirements of printing process and job specification are assessed

5.2 Quality of job elements, including resolution or DPI, is specified according to client requirements

5.3 Films, dye cartridges, their qualities and process requirements are determined

5.4 Stock levels are checked and maintained according to job specifications

5.5 Copy is checked and assessed according to job specifications

6 Prepare and operate equipment

6.1 Scanner and computer is selected and artwork or copy is placed squarely in scanner

6.2 Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings are made according to job requirements

6.3 Previews are made, images selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required

6.4 Image format is determined and saved to storage device

7 Select and use appropriate imaging software

7.1 Software is selected, scan is opened using layers and software tools as required, and separations are provided on individual layers according to job specifications

7.2 Colours are excluded as required on separation layers

7.3 Separate layers are coloured for specific RIP software requirements

7.4 Image, layers or separations are manually nested, if required, in accordance with film output device size

7.5 Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements and saved to storage device

7.6 Supplied finished artwork or separations are checked for output suitability

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare film for TWO different jobs involving a variety of image effects, according to manufacturer, job and enterprise requirements

correctly operate appropriate equipment and software, including Raster Image Processor (RIP) software, to meet TWO 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:

identify image specifications, orientation and the resolutions or dots per inch (DPI) determination

explain the scanner settings, including adjusting the brightness or contrast of the image

discuss the exclusion of colours and bleed for a particular job and the purpose of colouring separation layers

outline the process for selecting ink and colour identification

explain the common file format when using RIP software and the settings that must be checked prior to ripping

explain the correct procedures for handling film

outline the nesting requirements of particular jobs and the output suitability prior to producing separations

outline the correct output device and the regular checks and maintenance that must be performed on an image setter or dye printer\

outline the procedures used for evaluating the output film to ensure it conforms to job specifications.

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 Identify job requirements

1.1 Image specifications are checked according to job requirements and enterprise procedures

1.2 Orientation is checked against job specifications and adjusted if required

1.3 Resolution or dots per inch (DPI) is determined for template creation

2 Prepare and operate equipment

2.1 Scanner and computer is selected, turned on and scanner glass cleaned

2.2 Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings made according to job requirements

2.3 Previews are made, image is selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required

2.4 Image format is determined and saved to storage device

3 Select imaging software

3.1 Software is selected, scan is opened and separations are produced on individual layers according to job specifications

3.2 Colours are excluded as required on separation layers

3.3 Stroke is applied for bleed according to printing equipment

3.4 Separation layers are coloured for RIP software

3.5 Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements

3.6 Supplied finished artwork or separation is checked for output capability

4 Select and operate appropriate equipment

4.1 Image setter or dye printer is selected, turned on and checked, and heads cleaned prior to outputting images

4.2 RIP software is selected and opened, and software settings checked and set according to output specifications

4.3 Nesting is checked to ensure no film is wasted

4.4 Image output is evaluated against job specifications and measuring, including checking with reflection densitometer valve

4.5 Film is handled according to manufacturer specifications

4.6 Output device is closed down according to manufacturer recommendations

5 Assess job specifications

5.1 Requirements of printing process and job specification are assessed

5.2 Quality of job elements, including resolution or DPI, is specified according to client requirements

5.3 Films, dye cartridges, their qualities and process requirements are determined

5.4 Stock levels are checked and maintained according to job specifications

5.5 Copy is checked and assessed according to job specifications

6 Prepare and operate equipment

6.1 Scanner and computer is selected and artwork or copy is placed squarely in scanner

6.2 Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings are made according to job requirements

6.3 Previews are made, images selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required

6.4 Image format is determined and saved to storage device

7 Select and use appropriate imaging software

7.1 Software is selected, scan is opened using layers and software tools as required, and separations are provided on individual layers according to job specifications

7.2 Colours are excluded as required on separation layers

7.3 Separate layers are coloured for specific RIP software requirements

7.4 Image, layers or separations are manually nested, if required, in accordance with film output device size

7.5 Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements and saved to storage device

7.6 Supplied finished artwork or separations are checked for output suitability

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
Image specifications are checked according to job requirements and enterprise procedures 
Orientation is checked against job specifications and adjusted if required 
Resolution or dots per inch (DPI) is determined for template creation 
Scanner and computer is selected, turned on and scanner glass cleaned 
Scanner software is selected and opened and correct settings made according to job requirements 
Previews are made, image is selected, finished scan completed and image adjusted as required 
Image format is determined and saved to storage device 
Software is selected, scan is opened and separations are produced on individual layers according to job specifications 
Colours are excluded as required on separation layers 
Stroke is applied for bleed according to printing equipment 
Separation layers are coloured for RIP software 
Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements 
Supplied finished artwork or separation is checked for output capability 
Image setter or dye printer is selected, turned on and checked, and heads cleaned prior to outputting images 
RIP software is selected and opened, and software settings checked and set according to output specifications 
Nesting is checked to ensure no film is wasted 
Image output is evaluated against job specifications and measuring, including checking with reflection densitometer valve 
Film is handled according to manufacturer specifications 
Output device is closed down according to manufacturer recommendations 
Requirements of printing process and job specification are assessed 
Quality of job elements, including resolution or DPI, is specified according to client requirements 
Films, dye cartridges, their qualities and process requirements are determined 
Stock levels are checked and maintained according to job specifications 
Copy is checked and assessed according to job specifications 
Software is selected, scan is opened using layers and software tools as required, and separations are provided on individual layers according to job specifications 
Colours are excluded as required on separation layers 
Separate layers are coloured for specific RIP software requirements 
Image, layers or separations are manually nested, if required, in accordance with film output device size 
Image format is determined according to RIP software requirements and saved to storage device 
Supplied finished artwork or separations are checked for output suitability 

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