Unit of competency Outline
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Operate a database for digital printing
Operate a database for digital printing
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPP385C
ICPPP385C
State Code
D3140
D3140
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
10/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to enter, retrieve and prepare data for personalised printing.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Enter and retrieve data
- 1.1. All data required for the job is checked and confirmed against job specifications
- 1.2. Data is accurately entered and completed to meet job specifications
- 1.3. Fields are created or modified to effectively meet job specifications whilst maintaining the integrity of existing data
- 1.4. Data structure is maintained according to job specifications
- 1.5. Automated facilities for data checking are used effectively
- 1.6. Data is located and retrieved as required by the job
- 1.7. The help function is used to find solutions to queries if required
- 1.8. Files are saved to preserve data integrity and to comply with organisational requirements
2. Set extraction requirements
- 2.1. The database fields meet the placement requirements for the document format
- 2.2. Client data requirements are prepared by interrogating the database
- 2.3. The information extracted to the template is correctly processed and saved according to job specifications
- 2.4. A composition engine is used to achieve the required data format and page layout requirements for merging variable data and static elements
3. Test data
- 3.1. Data is checked to ensure it is uncorrupted
- 3.2. Data is in the correct sequence required for the run
- 3.3. Required dynamic links operate correctly and settings conform to job specifications
- 3.4. Any adjustments required are made and retested
4. Output data
- 4.1. The database is configured to the printer and the printer output parameters are set to meet output requirements
- 4.2. Quality standards for data output are confirmed according to job specifications
- 4.3. The run is monitored to identify improvement opportunities and to maintain quality
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.
Job specification may include:
job sheets, batch processing orders, job specifications.
Fields may include:
database fields.
Placement requirements may include:
are the variable data and static fields. Variable data fields for this unit are text and images with fixed placement.
Composition engine may include:
DL Formatter, Autograph Series, DL Pager, Calligramme, DL Composer.
Quality standards may include:
should meet client requirements and enterprise and industry standards.
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.
Job specification may include:
job sheets, batch processing orders, job specifications.
Fields may include:
database fields.
Placement requirements may include:
are the variable data and static fields. Variable data fields for this unit are text and images with fixed placement.
Composition engine may include:
DL Formatter, Autograph Series, DL Pager, Calligramme, DL Composer.
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:
entering, retrieving and preparing data for personalised printing. Both text and graphic may be used with fixed placement
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
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 these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
it is expected that relevant hardware and software will be used for this unit.
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.
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:
entering, retrieving and preparing data for personalised printing. Both text and graphic may be used with fixed placement
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
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 these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
it is expected that relevant hardware and software will be used for this unit.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0403 | ICPPP385B | Operate a database for digital printing | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO80 | ICPPRP385 | Operate a database for digital printing | Unit of competency |