Operate a smart card machine and pack product

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver ICPCF407C, 'Operate a smart card machine and pack product'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate a smart card machine and pack product' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Monitor production process

1.1. All details required for the job are checked and confirmed against job specifications

1.2. The supply of materials throughout the run is maintained

1.3. Machine is run at optimum speed for maintaining quality outputs

1.4. Samples from the machine are selected and checked to ensure they conform to job specifications

1.5. Machines are adjusted to maintain quality of outputs

2. Maintain quality

2.1. Correct procedures for the removal of waste are followed according to enterprise procedures

2.2. Samples are continuously monitored for defects and defects are removed

2.3. The efficiency, quality and output rate of the production run are monitored for problems and any deficiencies resolved

2.4. Milled cavities are checked to ensure the right cavity depth for the chips

2.5. Die cuts are correct and meet quality standards

2.6. The correct amount of glue is applied by the dispensing station

2.7. The chips are correctly inserted into the cavity by the implanting module

2.8. Print quality meets the standards in the job specifications or sample

3. Code and check chips

3.1. Encoder settings are correct and conform to job specifications

3.2. Tester settings are correct and conform to job specifications

3.3. The details of any cards needing to be remade are entered into computer console

4. Monitor printer unit

4.1. Ink and solvent levels are monitored and filled when required and stock levels are recorded according to enterprise procedures

4.2. Quality of inkjet is monitored to ensure it conforms to job specifications

4.3. Chemicals are handled according to OHS requirements

4.4. Drying is checked as sufficient to key ink to the substrate

5. Identify problems

5.1. Faults that affect the quality of the cards are identified and rectified

5.2. Problems that reduce the rate of output are identified and fixed

5.3. Faults that affect the efficient operation of equipment are identified and resolved

6. Unload and pack cards

6.1. Cards are unloaded according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures

6.2. Reconciliation and final quality check are documented

6.3. Cards are prepared (stacked, wrapped and labelled) for next process according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures

6.4. Wastage is recorded and disposed of according to enterprise procedures

7. Shut down machine

7.1. Dispensing needle is moved to the safety position and solvent is checked to ensure coverage of the needle

7.2. Inkjet is cleaned and shutdown according to manufacturer's specifications

7.3. The encoding computer is shut down in the correct manner to ensure no loss of data

7.4. The milling vacuum is emptied and cleaned

7.5. The machine and work area are cleaned according to enterprise procedures

7.6. The air supply is turned off

7.7. Waste chemicals are handled and disposed of according to OHS requirements


Qualifications and Skillsets

ICPCF407C appears in the following qualifications:

  • ICP40410 - Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing)
  • ICP31012 - Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Mail House)
  • ICP31010 - Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Mail House)