Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake advanced typesetting and typography involving contingencies and problem-solving beyond routine requirements.
It applies to individuals who compose type, and manage storage and retrieval in the graphic pre-press sector of the printing and graphic arts industry. The individual works independently and is able to cope with the unexpected challenges related to the job.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Compose type | 1.1 Type is composed according to job specifications 1.2 Allowance is made for type run-arounds, stipples, spot colour and complex shapes 1.3 Kerning is applied to type according to job specifications |
2 Solve typographic technical problems | 2.1 Capabilities of equipment to produce type are assessed correctly 2.2 Technical problems relevant to colour and reproduction of type are resolved by re-evaluation of typographic elements or amendment of the brief in consultation with client |
3 Ensure quality of typographic output | 3.1 Finished typography is checked for conformance to client specifications, including correct grammar and punctuation, and printing requirements 3.2 Quality of typographic reproduction is monitored to ensure required standards of output |
4 Manage type system | 4.1 Electronic type system is managed to facilitate storage, retrieval and outputting of data 4.2 Type software and fonts have current user licences that allow type to be used for the job 4.3 Type software and files are stored in appropriate locations for future access |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
produce and evaluate TWO complex typographic jobs
compose type using overlays, tints and kerning to meet specifications
resolve any technical problems to ensure type reproduction meets quality standards defined in job specifications
identify substrate for reproduction and the printing process in the typographic solutions
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
list typographic considerations that must be taken into account when making typeface selections for various printing processes or electronic media
describe effects that type alignment and justification have on a job
describe how dynamic design layouts affect type selection
define the difference between text point size and display point size
define basic classifications of text typefaces
list problems of using fine type in reverse print
describe typographic principles to consider when stippling type
describe colour considerations when using text type
list references utilised to evaluate if appropriate grammar and punctuation has been used in this job
list manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task, where they are kept, and the information in them
list other sources of available information.
Assessment Conditions
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 Pre-Press field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and industry software packages.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 1.3, 2.2, 3.1 | Recognises and interprets text to establish job requirements from information contained within relevant procedures and specifications Checks texts for compliance with punctuation and grammatical conventions |
Oral Communication | 2.2 | Participates effectively in spoken interactions with clients to confirm or clarify understanding |
Numeracy | 1.1 | Interprets and analyses a range of mathematical information used in familiar and routine tasks |
Navigate the world of work | 4.2 | Understands and complies with legislative requirements and follows organisational policies and procedures |
Interact with others | 2.2 | Uses appropriate communication protocols and conventions to confirm or clarify client requirements |
Get the work done | 1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.3 | Takes responsibility for planning and organising own workload and assembles required resources Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing predictable, and some less predictable, problems in familiar work contexts Uses a range of digitally based technology and applications to access and filter data, extract, organise, integrate and share relevant information |
Sectors
Pre-Press