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Apply advanced software applications to digital production
Apply advanced software applications to digital production
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPR494A
ICPPR494A
State Code
D3292
D3292
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to correctly select and use a variety of high-end software applications to efficiently produce a standard job.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm client brief and job specifications
- 1.1. Details of the client design brief and job specifications are reviewed and clarified with client or supervisor
- 1.2. The type of documents are determined and production requirements are assessed
- 1.3. Client copy and images are assembled to conform to the design brief
- 1.4. A number of software applications are selected to produce the job
2. Arrange elements on page
- 2.1. Guides are set and grid is displayed to ensure artwork meets job specifications
- 2.2. Elements are created and arranged on page with precise alignment
- 2.3. Elements are arranged in layers to allow for effective selection and re-arrangement
- 2.4. Imported text or data from other applications is correctly formatted and any cross-application formatting issues are resolved
- 2.5. Text is formatted and flowed into document using most productive technique
- 2.6. Graphics and other elements are imported from other applications and are arranged according to the design brief
3. Produce objects
- 3.1. Tools are used to produce objects and required attributes are entered and shapes manipulated, continuing until graphic framework is finalised
- 3.2. Lines and curves are adjusted and edited to fit design specifications
- 3.3. Objects are painted, transposed and strokes and effects are scaled according to the design brief
- 3.4. Colours are created, edited and saved to the colour palette and saturation of colour is adjusted
- 3.5. Colour and appearance attributes are selected and copied as required
- 3.6. Gradients, fills and patterns are used to paint and blend as required by the layout and design brief
4. Edit images
- 4.1. Image is retouched to conform with job specifications
- 4.2. Colour and tone corrections are employed to conform with job specifications
- 4.3. An appropriate contouring technique is applied to produce the best result depending on the image
- 4.4. Edited image is saved in appropriate format to allow for import into other applications and to conform with job specifications
- 4.5. Image storage requirements are identified and employed
5. Produce print-ready file
- 5.1. File is checked for errors in accordance to client brief and job specifications
- 5.2. Correct colour modes and libraries are used according to job specifications
- 5.3. Sufficient image resolution is applied according to output specifications
- 5.4. Bleeds and printer marks are applied
- 5.5. Completed file is sent to be ripped according to 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.
Software applications may include:
Adobe Indesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
QuarkXPress and Corel
new software applications and new versions of existing products entering the market regularly.
Elements may include:
text frames
picture boxes
complex shapes
lines or tabs.
Productive techniques may include:
paragraph style
characters style
eyedropper tool and linking of text frames.
Tools may include:
pen
selection
direct selection and shape tools.
Contouring techniques may include:
using paths
layer masks
quick mask or lasso tool.
Appropriate format may include:
file types that support transparency or paths, such as:
postshop designers (SD)
tagged image file format (TIFF)
encapsulated postscript (EPS).
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.
Software applications may include:
Adobe Indesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
QuarkXPress and Corel
new software applications and new versions of existing products entering the market regularly.
Elements may include:
text frames
picture boxes
complex shapes
lines or tabs.
Productive techniques may include:
paragraph style
characters style
eyedropper tool and linking of text frames.
Tools may include:
pen
selection
direct selection and shape tools.
Contouring techniques may include:
using paths
layer masks
quick mask or lasso tool.
Appropriate format may include:
file types that support transparency or paths, such as:
postshop designers (SD)
tagged image file format (TIFF)
encapsulated postscript (EPS).
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:
use a variety of software applications to produce a standard layout
find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
use at least two software applications to prepare two different sets of layouts according to enterprise standards.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities, equipment and materials used for digital production, such as high-end computers, output devices and layout software
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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
practical demonstration by the candidate when selecting and using a variety of high-end software applications to efficiently produce a standard job.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPPR388A Preflight and import complex images for digital device
ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept
ICPPP321C Produce a typographic image.
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.
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:
use a variety of software applications to produce a standard layout
find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
use at least two software applications to prepare two different sets of layouts according to enterprise standards.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities, equipment and materials used for digital production, such as high-end computers, output devices and layout software
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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
practical demonstration by the candidate when selecting and using a variety of high-end software applications to efficiently produce a standard job.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPPR388A Preflight and import complex images for digital device
ICPPP311C Develop a detailed design concept
ICPPP321C Produce a typographic image.
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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUM79 | ICPPRN494 | Apply advanced software applications to digital production | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W785 | ICP40310 | Certificate IV in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |
| J184 | ICP30512 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |