ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application

1 ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Release: 1. ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Date this document was generated: 2 November 2017. ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Modification History Release Comments Release 1 This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop graphics incorporating a range of features for cross-media publishing based on a client brief, using a high-end application . For this unit, the knowledge and skills cover selecting, adapting and transferring skills and knowledge to new environments, and providing technical advice and some leadership in resolution of specific problems. It applies to individuals who perform a range of roles in a variety of contexts with some complexity in the extent and choice of options available. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

2 Unit Sector Pre-Press Elements and Performance Criteria ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA. Elements describe the Performance criteria describe the performance needed to essential outcomes. demonstrate achievement of the element. 1 Balance image quality graphics files are opened and design brief requirements are and file size confirmed graphics are repeated efficiently using a symbol or stamp to Approved Page 2 of 5. Commonwealth of Australia, 2017 PwC's Skills for Australia ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Date this document was generated: 2 November 2017. ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA. reduce file size Slices are created from objects, layers or groups and updated as required Type anti-aliasing is applied selectively to keep small text easy to read Tasks are automated wherever possible and, where necessary, scripts are used for automation 2 Manipulate objects Objects and text are manipulated and edited as required Elements are defined for repetition, repetition tools are used to Create duplicates and then are manipulated as a group Complex shapes are created by combining shapes into compounds and, if required, compounds are edited 3 Import images Bitmap images are embedded and/or linked in the file Placed Bitmaps are modified and/or duplicated depending on design requirements Bitmaps are masked and/or an opacity mask is added Layered file is exported to image editing program for editing 4 Develop variable Based on the design brief.

3 Objects are defined within the templates template as variables Automated script or image server is used to ensure variations, using data stored in any Open Database Connectivity (ODBC). compliant source Template variables are tested to ensure correct operation 5 Colour separate artwork Correct colour separation format is determined by requirements of the pre-press workflow system Command preferences are set correctly for print quality and process Based on printer feedback, colour separation options are set according to print requirements of the design brief Process and spot colours are combined, if required Screen frequency value appropriate for the print quality is selected and colour separation preferences are saved Spreads and chokes traps are created to avoid mis-registration Overlapping and overprint of objects are defined Proof is created and separations checked, any required editing is Approved Page 3 of 5. Commonwealth of Australia, 2017 PwC's Skills for Australia ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Date this document was generated: 2 November 2017.

4 ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA. completed and file is saved 6 Prepare for final media Metadata tags are embedded to catalogue, organise and retrieve artwork For cross-media publishing purposes, web-safe colours are selected File formats are chosen to best represent artwork styles Objects are linked to Create an image map meeting design requirements Objects are layered to Create animation frames and exported for animation set-up Compression options are selected to keep image quality high and file size low Export options are set for the final media and the file is saved and exported Foundation Skills This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance. Skill Performance Description Criteria Reading , , , , Recognises and interprets text to establish job requirements from information contained within relevant procedures and specifications Numeracy Interprets and analyses a range of mathematical information used in familiar and routine tasks Get the work , , Takes responsibility for planning and organising own done , , , workload and assembles resources required , Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing predictable, and some less predictable, problems in familiar work contexts Follows routine procedures for using digital technology by reading data from electronic monitoring and control systems Utilises a broad range of features within digital applications optimising software functions to achieve requirements Approved Page 4 of 5.

5 Commonwealth of Australia, 2017 PwC's Skills for Australia ICPPRP325 Create graphics using a graphics application Date this document was generated: 2 November 2017. Unit Mapping Information Code and title Code and title Comments Equivalence status current version previous version ICPPRP325 Create ICPPP325C Create Updated to meet Equivalent unit graphics using a graphics using a Standards for graphics application graphics application Training Packages Links Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - e24131d Approved Page 5 of 5. Commonwealth of Australia, 2017 PwC's Skills for Australia