ICPPP232C
Electronically combine and assemble data

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to electronically combine and assemble data.

Application

This unit requires the individual to produce a page layout by electronically combining existing elements.

In a pre-press environment many individuals are required to be competent in the use of more than one page layout application.

If this unit is to be used to assess competency with page layout applications, it should be used as a secondary unit to ICPPP224C Produce pages using a page layout application. It should be used when an additional page layout application is being assessed or taught.

It is not be used to assess an individual on the same page layout application as ICPPP224C Produce pages using a page layout application. In other words the individual should not receive the two units of competency for the one page layout application.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare the work

1.1. Computer functions are undertaken to access the required data from electronic files

1.2. Required data is checked to ensure correct format for software application and output

1.3. The system is checked for the required fonts to fulfil job specifications

1.4. The storage capacity of the system is checked for sufficiency

2. Combine data

2.1. Pages are composed according to job specifications

2.2. Elements are placed in the page according to job specifications

2.3. Trapping is applied according to job specifications

2.4. The image output is prepared and appropriate colour profiles are applied according to media output

3. Create multiple images

3.1. Basic step and repeat layout is prepared according to job specifications

3.2. The appropriate software for step and repeat is accessed according to job specifications

3.3. Images are stepped according to job specifications

Required Skills

Required skills

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

communication of ideas and information by interpreting implicit and explicit requirements of the job brief

collecting, analysing and organising information by accessing data on software capabilities and production requirements and matching them with the job brief

planning and organising activities by planning the sequence of operations to facilitate smooth processing of the job

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with others

mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating enlargement/reduction factors, fit, spatial relationships between elements and colour profiles

problem-solving skills by adjusting fit and using colour correction so that output meets requirements of the brief

use of technology by using software correctly to ensure ease of subsequent processing

Required knowledge

creating a page layout according to job specifications?

function of electronic trapping of image elements as applied to image assembly

trapping and job specification

step and repeat layout to suit a job specification

main criteria for evaluating the final output

requirements of a contract proof as compared to an in-house check proof

manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where are they kept and information that is included in these documents

Evidence Required

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:

the page layout and overall design meet the job specifications, reproduction requirements and final end use

the underlying skill of combining and assembling should be transferable across the design and pre-press sectors. It is important that the substrate for reproduction is identified and that the competencies be demonstrated with a clear identification of printing processes

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

use a desktop platform (or high-end system) with appropriate layout, design and drafting software to combine and assemble TWO jobs following the job brief and according to the listed Performance Criteria.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

it is expected that special purpose tools and equipment will be used where appropriate.

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.


Range Statement

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.

Output may include:

Imagesetter, laser printer, CTP, digital print.

Input may include:

specific elements of type and/or screened images to be supplied either as hard copy or electronic files and along with layout or detailed job brief.

Capture may include:

scanning device and/or electronic file storage.

Manipulation/edit may include:

appropriate software relative to image input.

Complexity may include:

fairly simple layouts with text and colour images.

Quality standards may include:

should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.


Sectors

Unit sector


Competency Field

Pre-press


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.