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

ICPSP275C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Automatically produce basic screen prints

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICPSP275C - Automatically produce basic screen prints
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce one- or two-colour automatic screen prints.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit requires the individual to produce screen prints using one- or two-colour automatic machines.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field Screen 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: Load substrate
  • Substrate is checked for conformance to job specifications with any irregularities reported and/or rectified
  • Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications
       
Element: Apply ink to screen
  • Ink is applied to the screen in the quantity required for the screen size
  • Equipment is kept clean and spillage is minimised
  • Ink is checked for conformance to job specifications
  • Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate
       
Element: Produce proof print
  • Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying/curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications
  • Adjustments are made as required
  • Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement
  • Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and then printing speeds are adjusted to suit
       
Element: Run job and monitor print quality
  • Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output
  • Print quality and sheet feeder are continuously evaluated and adjusted as required
  • Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications
  • Workplace documentation on job is completed as required
  • Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications
       
Element: Carry out routine user maintenance
  • Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • Fault conditions are identified, reported and/or rectified according to enterprise procedures
       
Element: Handle production output
  • Output is checked for thorough drying/curing before handling
  • Job status and progress are checked for conformance to job specifications and any necessary action is taken
       
Element: Shut down machine
  • Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to OHS requirements and manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures
       


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 following is essential:

produce a complex print of more than two colours containing line and tone using a semi-automatic machine according to job specifications

demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate

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

produce a complex print of more than two colours containing line and tone using a semi-automatic machine according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria

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 both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

access to appropriate equipment and materials.

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.

Guidance information for assessment

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 skills

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

communication of ideas and information by gaining approval to commence a production run

collecting, analysing and organising information by checking job status and progress according to job specifications

planning and organising activities by following machine shutdown procedures

teamwork when completing workplace documentation

mathematical ideas and techniques by adjusting print speed to maximise quality

problem-solving skills by monitoring and responding to the effect of ink alterations

use of technology by operating automatic and computerised screen printing machines

Required knowledge

adjustments that are necessary to the machine prior to setting up

maintenance that is required on the machine and feeder prior to the commencement of printing

substrate is to be used on this job

procedure that you use for checking the screen sequence of colours, ink, substrate and squeegee/flood coater prior to printing

the system for setting the feed board and loading substrate

the need to prepare substrate or item when loading the feeder

adjustment of the stock feed system for this machine

the correct positioning, registering and locking the screen in position

need to adjust the off contact/peel-off requirements of the screen

the OHS requirements when working with infra red/UV curing units

the relationship between ink deposit, squeegee speed and belt speed/temperature of the drying/curing unit

the routine maintenance you undertake on this drying/curing unit

OHS concerns that are there when using an automatic machine

the effect of humidity on the substrate

the correct viscosity of the ink prior to printing

the rectification of the change in the viscosity of the ink during a production run

evaluation and maintenance of the print quality during the run

the ideal printing rate for this substrate on this machine

production output handling to prevent offsetting of the ink

the effect that the ink conditions have on output capacity

the need to determine the exact count and to record production details on the job sheet

the health hazards associated with ink/solvents

the correct procedure for removing the ink without damaging the screen

the correct method of cleaning squeegees/flood coaters, machine and surrounding area

maintenance that is required on this machine after printing

machine manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where they are kept

information that is included in these documents

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.

Drying/curing units may include:

drying systems commonly used and relative to the industry sector.

Quality standards may include:

should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.

Enterprise procedures may include:

tasks must be performed according to enterprise procedures.

Type of machine may include:

semi-automatic and computerised screen printing machines relative to the industry sector.

Complexity may include:

multi-colour jobs.

Degree of autonomy may include:

working to defined procedures in consultation with other relevant persons to ensure production procedures are met.

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
Substrate is checked for conformance to job specifications with any irregularities reported and/or rectified 
Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications 
Ink is applied to the screen in the quantity required for the screen size 
Equipment is kept clean and spillage is minimised 
Ink is checked for conformance to job specifications 
Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate 
Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying/curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications 
Adjustments are made as required 
Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement 
Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and then printing speeds are adjusted to suit 
Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output 
Print quality and sheet feeder are continuously evaluated and adjusted as required 
Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications 
Workplace documentation on job is completed as required 
Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications 
Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications 
Fault conditions are identified, reported and/or rectified according to enterprise procedures 
Output is checked for thorough drying/curing before handling 
Job status and progress are checked for conformance to job specifications and any necessary action is taken 
Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to OHS requirements and manufacturer's/supplier's specifications 
Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures 
Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

ICPSP275C - Automatically produce basic screen prints
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Assessment Record Sheet

ICPSP275C - Automatically produce basic screen prints

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