Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit specifies the outcomes required to work collaboratively on a design project from initial agreement to fulfilment and delivery of the final product, applying integral design elements and principles. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in furnishing operations of all sizes. Working collaboratively on a design project applies to an industry workplace or design studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a managerial level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. This unit includes employability skills in planning and organising, problem solving and initiative and enterprise to achieve design project outcomes. Teamwork and communication skills are fundamental in achieving collaborative results. Self management and learning are applied when reviewing and monitoring own role within a collaborative process. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for project collaboration |
1.1. Applicable OHS , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to collaborating on a design project are verified and complied with 1.2. Project requirement are agreed with client , confirmed and clarified 1.3. Communication with others is established and maintained with all involved in the design process 1.4. Potential collaborators are scrutinised and confirmed based on displayed expertise potential 1.5. End users and other interested parties are involved in the collaboration |
2. Work collaboratively on projects |
2.1. Methods of collaboration are negotiated and followed 2.2. Project objectives are researched, a design brief developed and instigated 2.3. Ideas for concept development are shared and worked through 2.4. Concepts are critiqued and final outcomes agreed upon in accordance with the elements of design and principles of design 2.5. Management systems are set in place, plan developed and quality control measures adopted for the project 2.6. Type and quantity of material to be used is debated, agreed and obtained 2.7. Equipment requirements are debated and selected appropriate to project requirements 2.8. Project manufacturing procedures are debated and final manufacturing processes agreed including assembly techniques and finishing methods 2.9. Distribution channels , marketing and despatch strategies are debated and instigated 2.10. Final presentation of the project is made displaying respect for all collaborators |
3. Evaluate design collaboration project |
3.1. Quality systems are evaluated for effectiveness of outcomes 3.2. Client satisfaction with the project outcome is measured 3.3. Observations from collaborators on improvement of the process is collected 3.4. Collaborators are assessed and reviewed for their effectiveness in the process 3.5. Systems are analysed for improvement opportunities |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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OHS requirements |
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Legislative requirements |
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Organisational requirements |
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Client |
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Communication |
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Collaboration |
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Design brief |
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Concepts |
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Critique |
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Elements of design |
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Principles of design |
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Management systems |
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Quality control |
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Material |
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Equipment |
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Manufacturing process |
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Assembly process |
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Finishing |
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Distribution channels |
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Market research fundamentals |
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Despatch |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Furniture design and technology. |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
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