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Automatically produce basic screen prints

Automatically produce basic screen prints

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSP275C
State Code
D3223
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/11/2010
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
12/11/2010
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce one- or two-colour automatic screen prints.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Load substrate
  • 1.1. Substrate is checked for conformance to job specifications with any irregularities reported and/or rectified
  • 1.2. Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications
2. Apply ink to screen
  • 2.1. Ink is applied to the screen in the quantity required for the screen size
  • 2.2. Equipment is kept clean and spillage is minimised
  • 2.3. Ink is checked for conformance to job specifications
  • 2.4. Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate
3. Produce proof print
  • 3.1. Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying/curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications
  • 3.2. Adjustments are made as required
  • 3.3. Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement
  • 3.4. Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and then printing speeds are adjusted to suit
4. Run job and monitor print quality
  • 4.1. Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output
  • 4.2. Print quality and sheet feeder are continuously evaluated and adjusted as required
  • 4.3. Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications
  • 4.4. Workplace documentation on job is completed as required
  • 4.5. Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer's/supplier's and job specifications
5. Carry out routine user maintenance
  • 5.1. Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • 5.2. Fault conditions are identified, reported and/or rectified according to enterprise procedures
6. Handle production output
  • 6.1. Output is checked for thorough drying/curing before handling
  • 6.2. Job status and progress are checked for conformance to job specifications and any necessary action is taken
7. Shut down machine
  • 7.1. Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to OHS requirements and manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • 7.2. Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • 7.3. Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures
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.
Drying/curing units may include:
drying systems commonly used and relative to the industry sector.
Quality standards may include:
should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.
Enterprise procedures may include:
tasks must be performed according to enterprise procedures.
Type of machine may include:
semi-automatic and computerised screen printing machines relative to the industry sector.
Complexity may include:
multi-colour jobs.
Degree of autonomy may include:
working to defined procedures in consultation with other relevant persons to ensure production procedures are met.
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 following is essential:
produce a complex print of more than two colours containing line and tone using a semi-automatic machine according to job specifications
demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
produce a complex print of more than two colours containing line and tone using a semi-automatic machine according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria
for valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
access to appropriate equipment and materials.

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.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0475 ICPSP275B Automatically produce basic screen prints Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUO91 ICPSCP275 Automatically produce basic screen prints Unit of competency