Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts
Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts
ICP40115
AWA7
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 15/01/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 26/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to individuals working in the printing and graphic arts industry. They apply solutions to a defined range of problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may also take responsibility for production flow and provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10) unitsThis qualification has no core units.
- ten (10) elective units must be selected, of which:
- four (4) electives must be selected from Group A
- four (4) elective units must be selected from Group B, C, D, E, or F
- the remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from the remaining elective units or from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Refer to the Companion Volume Implementation Guide for advice about choosing electives to support specialisations in particular sectors of the printing and graphics arts industry.
1. Group A Elective Units
Four (4) units must 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUM70 | ICPSUP487 | Analyse manual handling processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUO62 | ICPSUP262 | Communicate in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWG43 | ICPKNW322 | Develop knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWF71 | BSBSUS401 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUO73 | ICPSUP216 | Inspect quality against required standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUN93 | ICPSUP260 | Maintain a safe work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUP18 | ICPPRN493 | Set up and monitor in-line printing operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUN61 | ICPSUP482 | Troubleshoot and optimise materials and machinery | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUO79 | ICPCBF391 | Use electronic monitoring systems (converting and finishing) | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUO38 | ICPPRN491 | Use on-press monitoring of print quality | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM86 | ICPPRN492 | Use on-press print control devices | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B, C, D, E or F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group C Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B, C, D, E or F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group D Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B, C, D, E or F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
5. Group E Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B, C, D, E or F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
6. Group F Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B, C, D, E or F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W783 | ICP40110 | Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Graphic Pre-press) | Qualification |
| W786 | ICP40410 | Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Print Finishing) | Qualification |
| W785 | ICP40310 | Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFB7 | ICP40120 | Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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