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Output complex images direct to plate or press

Output complex images direct to plate or press

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRP452
State Code
AUN50
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to output complex images direct to plate or direct to press.It requires the individual to set up and calibrate the output device, align, adjust and manipulate files, and output error-free data to plate or press according to the press and job requirements.It applies to individuals who produce complex images for both plate and digital printing press and who work in the printing or graphic arts industries. Individuals generally work within defined procedures, respond to clearly defined briefs, and work under limited supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up and maintain output device
  • 1.1 Outputdevice is set up to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise standards
  • 1.2 Output device is calibrated for profiles, stock and ink types through use of calibration pages and densitometry
  • 1.3 Calibration is evaluated regularly and necessary adjustments are made to output device
2 Adjust and manipulate images/files
  • 2.1 Files on electronic media are evaluated as to suitability for output
  • 2.2 Appropriate output resolution and data are set
  • 2.3 Appropriate screen angle and dot type are set according to job specifications
  • 2.4 Colour profiles appropriate to the job specifications are applied as required
  • 2.5 Availability of high resolution images for Open Prepress Interface (OPI) process is assessed
  • 2.6 Appropriate fonts are made available
  • 2.7 All support files are included with the job
3 Output image
  • 3.1 File is prepared for output to plate setter or digital printing press using industry designated software
  • 3.2 If outputting to plate, plate material is selected according to press requirements and job specifications
  • 3.3 If outputting to plate, plate size is selected according to press requirements
  • 3.4 Image is positioned on plate/press with correct orientation for grip
  • 3.5 Job queuing is managed to ensure efficient production
  • 3.6 Images are outputted to appropriate medium
  • 3.7 Output is processed according to job specifications
4 Evaluate result
  • 4.1 Output is checked for correct dot size and screen angles
  • 4.2 Image elements are checked according to original job specifications
  • 4.3 Technical problems are solved and appropriate corrections are made
  • 4.4 Job is prepared for next stage of production (eg. plates are processed)
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3150 ICPPP452C Output complex images direct to plate or press Unit of competency