Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 2.0.

Version created to correct typographical error

Release 1

This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 1.0.

ICPPRP224

Produce pages using a page layout application

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Confirm client design brief

1.1 Details of client design brief are reviewed and clarified with client or supervisor

1.2 Type of document is determined and production requirements are assessed

1.3 Client copy and images are assembled to conform to design brief

1.4 Library files are accessed for relevant data to conform to design brief

2. Set up document

2.1 Master page for multiple pages and with multiple columns is set up

2.2 Required text is prepared and formatted and appropriate fonts and size are selected

2.3 Master pages, templates and style sheets, as appropriate, are used consistently to ensure data is the same after exchange or transfer

2.4 Text boxes and columns are correctly linked for text flow, and chapter heading hierarchies are selected

2.5 Colour palettes are set up according to design brief

2.6 Document set-up is completed to conform to requirements of the final media and design brief

3. Arrange elements on page

3.1 Imported text or data from other applications is correctly formatted and any cross-application formatting issues are resolved

3.2 Elements are created and arranged on page to conform to design brief

3.3 Graphics and other elements are imported from other applications and correctly formatted and arranged

3.4 Elements are arranged in layers according to design brief

4. Finalise artwork

4.1 Pages and combined elements are composed correctly to suit specified sheet size

4.2 Numerical sequence and laydown of product or mock-up is correctly identified to meet binding and finishing requirements

4.3 Bleed allowance is incorporated in margins and borders

5. Check quality

5.1 Text is reviewed for possible errors and omissions and errors are discussed with client or supervisor

5.2 Overall balance of layout and correct colour blends and gradients are maintained in arrangement of elements

5.3 Completed file is sent to be ripped

5.4 Proof is created and checked for errors, omissions and overall layout balance

5.5 Necessary changes are made, reviewed on screen, and reproofed as required

5.6 Job is saved according to enterprise procedures

5.7 Digital proof or PDF is created to present to client

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 5.1, 5.4, 5.5

• Recognises and interprets text to establish job requirements from information contained within relevant procedures and specifications
• Uses explicit strategies to make connections between information and ideas

Writing

2.2, 3.1, 5.5

• Uses a variety of strategies for planning, drafting, reviewing and proofreading own writing
• Chooses appropriate text type to communicate relevant information and/or ideas effectively

Oral Communication

1.1, 5.1, 5.7

• Participates effectively in spoken interactions by using vocabulary, including technical language, relevant to role and context

Numeracy

4.2, 4.3

• Selects and uses appropriate mathematical strategies to solve problems in familiar contexts

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1-2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.6

• Recognises and follows explicit and implicit protocols and meets expectations associated with own role
• Takes responsibility for decisions about when and how to complete tasks and coordinates with others

Interact with others

1.1, 5.1, 5.7

• Collaborates with others to achieve joint outcomes, playing an active role in facilitating effective interaction

Get the work done

1.2, 1.3, 2.2-2.6, 3.1-3.4, 4.1-4.3, 5.1-5.5, 5.7

• May operate from a broad conceptual plan, developing operational detail in stages, regularly reviewing priorities and performance during implementation, identifying and addressing issues
• Takes responsibility for planning and organising own workload, identifying ways of sequencing and combining elements for greater efficiency
• Understands purposes, specific functions and key features of common digital systems and tools and operates them effectively to complete tasks

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Code and title 

previous version 

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Equivalence status 

ICPPRP324

Create pages using a page layout application Release 2

ICPPRP324

Create pages using a page layout application Release 1

Updated to correct typographical error

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 2.0.

Version created to correct typographical error

Release 1

This version first released with ICP Printing and Graphic Arts Training Package Version 1.0.