Unit of competency Outline

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Preflight and import complex images for digital devices

Preflight and import complex images for digital devices

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN388
State Code
AUM57
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to confirm that digital files required for the printing process are all present, valid, correctly formatted and of the desired format to be imported into a digital device. It includes the application of preflight procedures and importation of files into raster image processors (RIPs).It applies to individuals who use specialised knowledge and follow organisational processes to ensure product quality meets requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access and preflight electronic files
  • 1.1 Electronic data files are located and retrieved using a workstation computer and industry software according to job specifications
  • 1.2 Preflight check of electronic data files is performed to verify correct job set-up according to job specifications, and problems associated with files are identified
  • 1.3 Troubleshooting methods are applied to identify file errors and job requirement inconsistencies
  • 1.4 Solutions are implemented to rectify errors according to job specifications
  • 1.5 Preflight presets are configured for various job specifications
2. Import file to RIP or job queue
  • 2.1 Correct output profile is selected according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Most productive submission workflow is selected and documented based on data file format, quantity and file size, and document finishing
  • 2.3 Job priority is determined according to job specifications and production schedules
  • 2.4 Print driver and/or job download software is correctly installed and set up on workstation computer and/or digital front-end processor
  • 2.5 Manufacturer's installation instructions are located and/or software installation is coordinated according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.6 Data file is submitted to output device, image quality and machine productivity checks are performed, and adjustments made to correct any problems
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3185 ICPPR388A Preflight and import complex images for digital devices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ01 ICPPRN3880 Preflight and import complex images for digital devices Unit of competency