National code: ICP31220

Certificate III in Printing (Lithographic Printing)

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Overview About this course

Kick-start your career as a trade qualified lithographic printer in one of the largest industries in the Australian manufacturing sector. Learn to operate a wide variety of machinery and create high quality printed material and products.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Develop and apply your knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry
    Produce basic and complex lithographic printed products
    Set up equipment for lithographic printing
    Rectify lithographic print machine faults
    Mix and match inks
    Use colour management systems

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
    The skills and knowledge to pursue a career in lithographic printing or lithographic art
    The ability to produce lithographic printed products
    A sound understanding of the specialised lithographic printing industry
    Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • Be employed as an apprentice in industry
    Register with an Apprenticeship Network Provider who will support your application

    #Note
    This course can also be taken as a non-apprenticeship. Enquire today to to discuss your eligibility.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

  • An interest in the printing processes and related industries
    An interest in graphics and image reproduction for printing
    Good communication and problem solving skills

TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

Pathways Future career and study options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: lithographic print specialist print supervisor print salesperson print manager.

Study pathways

Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

Previous study 1 Course

Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

Further study 2 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 0 Courses

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

The Certificate III in Printing (Lithographic Printing) does not have any related courses.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Printing (Lithographic Printing) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 21 units of competency, including 5 core and 16 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Maintain a safe work environment ICPSUP2600

  • Communicate in the workplace ICPSUP2620

  • Develop and apply knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industry ICPKNW3220

  • Inspect quality against required standards in a production environment ICPSUP2160

TAFE NSW services Facilities and support

TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

  • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

  • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

  • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

  • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

  • TAFE NSW Libraries

  • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

  • Student associations – get social with our student community

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