Elements and Performance Criteria

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:
type proof, screen display and mono chromatic PS laser image.
Brief may include:
specifications for the job that may include instructions which include samples of the product.
Complexity may include:
simple briefs that do not involve problem solving or complex layouts or designs
includes stock of varying qualities and proportions.
Input may include:
interpretation of brief.
Capture may include:
manual typesetting; proprietary or computer equipment.
Manipulation/edit may include:
software and/or hardware function.
Quality standards may include:
should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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:
selecting and fitting appropriate fonts to meet the job specifications. Proofing the type for errors and correcting
the underlying skills of selecting and applying type should be transferable across the design and pre-press sectors. It is important that the substrate for reproduction is identified and that the competency 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 manual or electronic equipment and suitable software to select, set, arrange and modify type in TWO different jobs 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, equipment and industry software packages 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.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.