Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing)
Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing)
ICP50310
W792
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 08/07/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate own work and/or that of a team. They prepare material, set up, monitor, run equipment and machinery and develop and apply production processes and procedures in the printing industry. Typically they provide leadership and guidance to others and have significant responsibility for the output of others.
Job Roles
Print machinist (technician)
Production controller
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty (20)Four (4) core units plus;
Six (6) elective units from Group A plus;
Ten (10) elective units from Group B or C
Up to two (2) elective units from Group A can be substituted with Group B elective units listed below.
Seven (7) elective units must be selected from Group B or C.
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Up to three (3) elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units or from qualifications at the same level or one level higher, in this or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the qualification, job role, work outcome and industry requirements. Unit selection is by negotiation and mutual agreement between the employee, employer and the RTO and is based on enterprise and individual needs.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3258 | ICPSU262C | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1023 | BSBSUS501A | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3247 | ICPSU216C | Inspect quality against required standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D3256 | ICPSU260C | Maintain a safe work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Six (6) units to be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3289 | ICPSU684C | Determine and improve process capability | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D4868 | BSBMGT516C | Facilitate continuous improvement | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB920 | BSBWOR501B | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3277 | ICPSU458C | Monitor production workflow | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3285 | ICPSU553C | Prepare production costing estimates | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3284 | ICPSU516C | Set and apply quality standards | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3288 | ICPSU583C | Troubleshoot and optimise the production process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D3268 | ICPSU351C | Undertake basic production scheduling | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units - Set 1
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3191 | ICPPR414C | Produce specialised flexographic printed product | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3208 | ICPPR513C | Set up for specialised flexographic printing | 80 | Unit of competency |
4. Group B Elective Units - Set 2
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3193 | ICPPR422C | Produce specialised gravure printed product | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3209 | ICPPR521C | Set up for specialised gravure printing | 80 | Unit of competency |
5. Group B Elective Units - Set 3
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3195 | ICPPR432C | Produce specialised lithographic printed product | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3210 | ICPPR531C | Set up for specialised lithographic printing | 80 | Unit of competency |
6. Group B Elective Units - Set 4
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3197 | ICPPR442C | Produce specialised pad printed product | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3211 | ICPPR541C | Set up for specialised pad printing | 80 | Unit of competency |
7. Group B Elective Units - Set 5
At least one (1) set of two (2) units must be chosen from the Group B elective units.
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3199 | ICPPR452C | Produce specialised relief printed product | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D3212 | ICPPR551C | Set up for specialised relief printing | 80 | Unit of competency |
8. Group C Elective Units
Ten (10) units to be chosen from Groups B or C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C853 | ICP50305 | Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWC6 | ICP50115 | Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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