Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit addresses the knowledge and skills required to cut out simple mat boards by hand or machine for the mounting of artwork. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for cutting |
1.1. Patterns, dimensions, materials and quantities are identified from work/job instructions 1.2. Workplace health and safety requirements relevant to the operation of cutting basic mat boards, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.3. The process for obtaining materials/components and moving completed work to the next process is identified 1.4. Work area, tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work in terms of quality, serviceability and safety 1.5. Appropriate mat cutting machines are selected for the required cut and suitable blades are selected, fitted and adjusted for angled, circular or oval cuts 1.6. Cutting equipment components and controls are identified 1.7. Board material is selected following work order or specification and laid out to meet requirements and minimise waste 1.8. Work sequence is planned to suit the job |
2. Conduct cutting operation |
2.1. Equipment is operated and monitored to ensure correct cut quality, output and that wastage is within allowable limits 2.2. Problems occurring during work operations are identified and reported to appropriate persons 2.3. Routine equipment adjustments are completed 2.4. Items which do not meet quality requirements are repaired or discarded 2.5. Finished work is inspected for compliance against specification or work order, workplace requirements and finish |
3. Complete work |
3.1. Mat boards are marked for identification and stored following workplace procedures 3.2. Scraps and off-cuts are removed for disposal/recycling as required by workplace procedures 3.3. Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of as appropriate 3.4. Workplace documentation is completed as required 3.5. Tools, equipment and unused materials are cleaned, stored and stock levels reported following workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge 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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Mat cutting equipment, mat boards, work orders, workplace procedures and appropriate work area. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts. Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge. Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which form a part of the job role. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant mat board cutting machines/devices, work instructions and deadlines. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Unit context |
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Cut mat boards |
Addresses the work involved in the cutting of mat boards by hand or machine according to required shape in straight line or oval with bevel cuts for the mounting of artwork. It does not include CNC cutting of mat boards. |
Machines may include , but are not limited to : |
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Tools and equipment are to include : |
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Materials include , but are not limited to : |
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Personal protection equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices |
Information and procedures |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Picture Framing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
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