National Certificate in Signmaking with strands in Computer Graphics, Hand Lettering, and Electric Signmaking 3 or 4 depending on strand

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1 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 1 of 10 National Certificate in Signmaking with strands in Computer Graphics, Hand Lettering, and Electric Signmaking Level 3 or 4 depending on strand Credits 214, 288, or 295 This qualification has been reviewed. The last date to meet the requirements is 31 December Transition Arrangements Version 3 was republished to maintain achievability. This qualification has been replaced by The New Zealand Certificate in Signmaking (Level 3) [Ref: 1824] and the New Zealand Certificate in Signmaking (Level 4) [Ref: 1825]. The last date for entry into programmes leading to the replaced qualification is 31 December For detailed information see Review Summaries on the NZQA website. NZQF National Qualification Registration Information Process Version Date Last Date for Assessment Registration 1 April 1997 December 2005 Review 2 June 2004 December 2015 Republished 2 January 2012 December 2015 Republished 2 November 2012 December 2015 Review 3 January 2014 December 2015 Republished 3 June 2015 December 2015 It is the intention of that no existing trainee should be disadvantaged by these transition arrangements. Any person who considers they have been disadvantaged may appeal to using the contact details below. Standard Setting Body PO Box 9005 Newmarket Auckland 1149 Telephone qualifications@competenz.org.nz

2 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 2 of 10 National Certificate in Signmaking with strands in Computer Graphics, Hand Lettering, and Electric Signmaking Level 3 or 4 depending on strand Credits 214, 288, or 295 Purpose The signmaking industry is involved in the design, creation, and construction of signs. This qualification is designed for those wishing to develop knowledge and skills in signmaking and/or to provide a means of recognising current competence for those already engaged in the industry. People awarded this qualification have demonstrated core knowledge and skills in signmaking and have specialised in a particular area. The core knowledge and skills required for signmaking include knowledge of the industry, knowledge of screen printing for signs, safe working practices, basic first aid, interpersonal communication, use and care of equipment, quoting for products or services, overseeing delivery of signs, and the range of design, presentation, creation, construction, and installation techniques and skills common to signmakers. The strands provide recognition of specialist knowledge and skills for each of the areas of computer graphics, hand lettering, and electric signmaking. This qualification has no particular relationship to any other current qualification. Credit Range Core Compulsory Computer Graphics Strand Level 1 credits 1 - Level 2 credits Level 3 credits Level 4 credits 30 - Minimum totals Total with strand 214 Level of qualification 3 Hand Lettering Strand Electric Signmaking Strand Compulsory Elective Level 3 credits Level 4 credits Minimum totals Total with strand Level of qualification 4 4

3 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 3 of 10 Requirements for Award of Qualification This qualification will be awarded to people who have met the requirements of the Core Compulsory section and one of the strands. Award of NZQF National Qualifications Credit gained for a standard may be used only once to meet the requirements of this qualification. Unit standards and achievement standards that are equivalent in outcome are mutually exclusive for the purpose of award. The table of mutually exclusive standards is provided on the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) website: Reviewed standards that continue to recognise the same overall outcome are registered as new versions and retain their identification number (ID). Any version of a standard with the same ID may be used to meet qualification requirements that list the ID and/or that specify the past or current classification of the standard. Detailed Qualification Requirements Compulsory All the standards listed below are required. Field Arts and Crafts Subfield Graphic Arts Domain Signmaking 1031 Demonstrate knowledge of the signmaking industry in New 2 8 Zealand 1032 Demonstrate safe working practices in signmaking Prepare surfaces and apply coatings for signmaking Design layouts for signs Draw, layout, and paint-in letters Embellish letters Demonstrate safe working practices in the use of high level 3 3 access equipment for signmaking work 1039 Design and produce a visual presentation to client 4 15 specifications 1046 Apply vinyl graphics to smooth and non-smooth surfaces Survey a site for installation of a sign Construct a sign Oversee delivery of a sign Install a non-electrical sign Prepare and submit a written quotation for the supply of a 4 2 signmaking product, repair, or service 9132 Use hand and power tools required for signmaking 2 4

4 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 4 of Produce decorative finishes and make stencils for signmaking Mask and spray paint a surface for signmaking Demonstrate knowledge of screen printing for signs 3 2 Field Health Subfield Health Studies Domain Core Health 6402 Provide resuscitation level Field Humanities Subfield Communication Skills Domain Interpersonal Communications 1277 Communicate information in a specified workplace 2 3 Field Planning and Construction Subfield Painting and Decorating Domain Decorating 98 Reduce exposure to health and safety hazards in painting, decorating, and coating 2 5 Domain Painting 1073 Describe, select, use, and maintain paint brushes 2 8 Domain Spray Painting 99 Appreciate and use colour in paint finishing 2 6 Computer Graphics Strand All the standards listed below are required. Field Arts and Crafts Subfield Graphic Arts Domain Signmaking 1043 Produce computer generated vinyl layouts and graphics for 3 10 signmaking 1044 Produce computer generated images for vinyl graphics by 3 3 digitising 1045 Produce images for vinyl graphics by scanning Demonstrate knowledge of vinyl films used in signmaking 3 5

5 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 5 of Demonstrate knowledge of digital printers used for signmaking Demonstrate knowledge of graphic software as used in signmaking Hand Lettering Strand Compulsory All the standards listed below are required. 3 2 Field Arts and Crafts Subfield Graphic Arts Domain Signmaking 1040 Produce scaled artwork and transfer full size to prepared 3 3 surface 1041 Render artwork to prepared surface Prepare, cut out, and install dimensional signage Hand paint letters and graphics Embellish signs Gild with metal leaf 4 15 Hand Lettering Strand Elective A minimum of 15 credits is required from the following standards. Field Arts and Crafts Subfield Graphic Arts Domain Signmaking 1058 Construct, set up, and remove a three dimensional display or 4 20 exhibit 1060 Produce examples of calligraphy Create special effects using an airbrush and spray gun 3 20 Electric Signmaking Strand All the standards listed below are required. Field Arts and Crafts Subfield Graphic Arts Domain Signmaking 1050 Produce an illuminated sign Complete glass and electrical work for a neon sign Burn in the gas and complete a neon sign Assemble and test electrical sign components and circuits Install neon or illuminated signs 4 10

6 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 6 of 10 Transition Arrangements Version 2 Version 2 was republished in November 2012 to indicate that the qualification has been reviewed and replaced by two New Zealand qualifications. Version 2 was issued following review. It was republished in January 2012 to reflect the change of standard setting responsibility to Communications and Media Industry Training Organisation. Changes to structure and content Changes have been made to the format and to the purpose section to meet registration criteria for national certificates Core Compulsory credits have been reduced from 202 to 190, thereby reducing the total credits for the qualification depending on the strand selected from 226, 300, or 295 to 214, 288, or 295 respectively In the Core Compulsory section, standards 56, 62, 1037, 1079, and 1080 have been removed and standards 1277, 20192, and have been added In the Computer Graphics strand, standards 2788, 2789, and 2792 have been removed and standards have been added Transition arrangements for the Trade Certificate in Signwriting have been superseded by the RCC (recognition of current competence) process. This qualification contains a standard that replaces an earlier standard. For the purposes of this qualification people who have gained credit for the expiring standard are exempt from the requirement to gain credit for the replacement standard. Credit for Exempt from The last date for award of version 1 of the qualification is 31 December Candidates not wishing to complete version 1 may transfer their results to version 2. Reverse transition Reverse transition has been included for version 2 of this qualification to allow candidates to complete the qualification using the replacement standards. Version 2 of this qualification contains standards that have expired and that have been replaced by later standards. For the purposes of this qualification, people who have gained credit for the replacement standards are exempt from the expired standards see table below. Credit for Exempt from

7 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 7 of 10 Credit for Exempt from Previous versions of the qualification Version 1 was issued in April 1997 to replace the Trade Certificate in Signwriting. Version 1 contained transition arrangements for the withdrawal of the following qualifications: Trade Certificate in Signwriting Advanced Trade Certificate in Signwriting These transition arrangements have expired. No training agreements or apprenticeships for the above qualifications were entered into after September The last date for award of both Trade Certificates was 31 December People who wish to have prior achievement of Trade Certificate in Signwriting components recognised for the purposes of this national certificate can do so through the RCC (recognition of current competence) process. The RCC process is carried out by registered assessors and accredited providers. Candidates must go through an assessment process to gain credit for national standards. Candidates for RCC are encouraged to contact the New Zealand Painting Contractors Association of Employers Industry Training Organisation. Certification The certificate will display the logos of NZQA, and the organisation that has been granted consent to assess against standards that meet the requirements of the qualification (accredited). Classification This qualification is classified according to the classification system listed on the Directory of Assessment Standards (DAS) and the New Zealand Standard Classification of Education (NZSCED) system as specified below DAS Classification NZSCED Code Description Code Description 712 Arts and Crafts/Graphic Arts/Signmaking Creative Arts/Graphic and Design Studies/Graphic Arts and Design Studies Quality Management Systems Providers and Industry Training Organisations must be granted consent to assess by a recognised Quality Assurance Body before they can register credits from assessment against standards. Organisation with consent to assess and Industry Training Organisations assessing against standards must engage with the moderation system that applies to those standards. Consent to assess requirements and the moderation system are outlined in the associated Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) for each standard.

8 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 8 of 10 Prerequisite Diagrams National Certificate in Signmaking with strand in Computer Graphics Level Level Level

9 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 9 of 10 National Certificate in Signmaking with strand in Hand Lettering Level Level Level

10 NZQF NQ Ref 0306 Version 3 Page 10 of 10 National Certificate in Signmaking with strand in Electric Signmaking Level Level Level 4