GQA
Level 3
QN: 600/0523/3
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GQA Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Print Finishing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by GQA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 648 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
GQA
Syllabus Units
27 Units
Guided Hours
648 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Contribute to Improving the Effectiveness of the Print Organisation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain and understand the work schedule
- Know how to ensure that the correct quantities of products and materials and human resources are used.
- Know how to minimise wastage of materials
- Know why it is important to contribute to improving the effectiveness of the organisation
- Know what information to share with colleagues on your job role and why this is important.
- Be able to share information with colleagues.
- Know how to identify and pass on improvements to work activities
- Know how and why to identify opportunities and needs for self development and how to manage this information.
- Know why it is important to have good relationships with customers
2
Maintain Print Equipment in Working Order
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to maintain equipment in working order
- Be able to maintain equipment in working order
- Know how to identify, correct and record machine faults
- Be able to implement a programme of lubrication and maintenance
3
Manage Adhesive Binding Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready adhesive binding machine
- Be able to manage output from adhesive binding machinery
- Know how to manage adhesive binding machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of product from the adhesive binding machines
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from the adhesive binding machines
4
Manage Auto-Fed Sewing Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready auto-fed sewing machinery
- Be able to manage output from auto-fed sewing machinery
- Know how to Manage auto-fed sewing machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from auto-fed sewing machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of product from auto-fed sewing machinery
5
Manage Automated Inserting Equipment for Newspapers and Periodicals
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready automated inserting equipment for newspapers and periodicals
- Be able to manage output from automated inserting equipment for newspapers and periodicals
- Know how to manage automated inserting equipment for newspapers and periodicals
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from automated inserting equipment for newspapers and periodicals
- Be able to monitor the quality of output from automated inserting equipment for newspapers and periodicals
6
Manage Carton Enhancing Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready Carton Enhancing machinery
- Be able to manage output from carton enhancing machinery
- Know how to manage Carton Enhancing machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from carton enhancing machines
- Be able to monitor the quality of product from carton enhancing machinery
7
Manage Case Making Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready case making machinery
- Be able to manage output from case making machinery
- Know how to manage case making machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from casing in machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of product from casing in machinery
8
Manage Casing-in Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready casing-in machinery
- Be able to Manage casing-in machinery
- Know how to manage casing-in machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from casing in machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of product from the casing in machinery
9
Manage Cutting and Creasing Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready cutting and creasing machinery for production
- Be able to manage output from cutting and creasing machines
- Know how to manage cutting and creasing machines
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from cutting and creasing machines
10
Manage Foil Blocking Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready the foil blocking machinery
- Be able to manage output from foil blocking machinery
- Know how to manage foil blocking machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from Foil Blocking Machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of printed product from Foil Blocking Machinery
11
Manage Folding Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready the Folding machinery
- Be able to manage output from the Folding machinery
- Know how to manage the Folding machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from the Folding machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of printed product from the Folding machinery
12
Manage Guillotines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set/programme and run guillotines
- Be able to manage output and quality from guillotine
- Know how to manage output from guillotines
- Be able to monitor the quality of output from the guillotine
- Know how to monitor quality of guillotine cutting
- Know how to change guillotine blades and ancillary items
13
Manage Insetting-Stitching-Trimming Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready insetting-stitching-trimming machinery
- Be able to manage output from insetting-stitching-trimming machinery
- Know how to manage insetting-stitching-trimming machines
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from insetting, stitching, trimming machines
- Be able to monitor the quality of output from insetting, stitching, trimming machines machinery
14
Manage Mail Processing Machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make-ready mail processing machinery
- Be able to manage output from mail processing machinery
- Know how to manage mail processing machinery
- Know how to monitor the quality of output from mail processing machinery
- Be able to monitor the quality of output from mail processing machinery
15
Manage Materials Handling for Newspaper and Periodicals Print Finishing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan materials handling for finishing operations
- Be able to monitor the movement of materials for finishing operations
- Know how to control materials handling for newspaper and periodicals print finishing
16
Materials Handling, Transportation and Storage within the Print Working Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify and select the required type and quantity of materials.
- Be able to handle and transport materialsin accordance with Company guidelines
- Know the impact of incorrect handling and transporting of materials
- Know how to position /store materials in accordance with organisational procedures.
- Be able to position or store materials in accordance with organisational procedures.
17
Plan work to meet production requirements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interpret production requirements
- Plan production tasks to meet customer requirements
- Know how to plan work to meet production requirements
18
Promote and Maintain Health and Safety in a Print Related Working Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know which acts, regulations and guidelines apply to the print related working environment.
- Know how to monitor and implement changes in health and safety acts, regulations and guidelines.
- Know how to carry out a formal assessment of hazards and risks in the print related working environment and the types of risk or hazards that exist
- Be able to identify hazards and assess risks in the print related working environment.
- Know how to promote safe working practices
- Be able to promote safe working practices
- Be able to adopt a safe method of work.
- Know how to ensure there is no unauthorised or unsafe access to the working areas.
- Know how to monitor colleagues to ensure they comply with health and safety requirements.
- Know what to do in the event of accidents or emergencies.
- Understand the problems that can occur with promoting and maintaining Health and Safety within the print related working environment and the potential solutions
19
Set and run auto-packing, storage or palletising equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set auto-packing, storage or palletising equipment
- Be able to run auto-packing, storage or palletising equipment
- Know how to set and run auto-packing, storage or palletising equipment
20
Set and run booklet making machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set booklet-making machinery
- Be able to run booklet making machinery
- Know how to set and run booklet making machinery
21
Set and run in line automated stitch and trim equipment for newspaper and periodical production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set stitching-trimming machinery
- Be able to run stitching-trimming machinery
- Know how to set and run stitching-trimming machines
22
Set and run laminating equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set laminating equipment
- Be able to run laminating equipment
- Know how to set and run laminating equipment
23
Set and Run multi-knife trimming machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set multi-knife trimming machinery
- Be able to Run multi-knife trimming machinery
- Know how to set and run multi-knife trimming machinery
24
Set and Run multiple hopper feeders
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set multiple hopper feeders
- Be able to Run multiple hopper feeders
- Know how to set and run multiple hopper feeders
25
Set and run slitting and re-reeling equipment - adhesive label production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set slitting and re-reeling equipment
- Be able to run slitting and re-reeling equipment
- Know how to set and run slitting and re-reeling equipment in - adhesive label production
26
Set and Run wire binding machinery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set wire binding machinery
- Be able to run wire binding machinery
- Know how to set and run wire binding machinery
27
Understanding the Print Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the Printing Processes used within the Print Industry
- Understand the factors that influence the choice of Printing Process
- Know the types of equipment used within the Print Industry
- Recognise and understand the need for confidentiality within the Print Industry
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/0523/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- GQA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Feb 2011