Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan for material research

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending materials are verified and complied with

1.2

Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel

1.3

Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements

1.4

Client requirements and desires are reviewed, confirmed and clarified

2

Research materials

2.1

Aesthetic requirements of the material are assessed

2.2

New material technologies are researched and reported

2.3

Tactile requirements of the material in relation to the design is researched

2.4

Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired material are assessed

2.5

Costs of materials are assessed and compared

2.6

Environmental impact of materials are assessed

2.7

Longevity and restorability of materials are researched

2.8

Hazards associated with the use and application of materials, including handling, are researched

2.9

Quality of materials are assessed and reported

3

Select materials

3.1

Research information is critically analysed in the context of the design brief requirements

3.2

Materials and their elements of design are promoted, research explained and evaluated for the client

3.3

Materials and their principles of design are promoted, research explained and evaluated for the client

3.4

Presentation of research information is made highlighting the findings and rationale for the materials chosen

4

Research furniture making technology

4.1

Information sources on traditional, new and emerging technologies used in the production of furniture are identified and assessed for usefulness

4.2

Traditional furniture making technologies are identified and their application analysed to determine advantages and disadvantages

4.3

New and emerging technologies are identified and analysed for relevance in furniture designs

4.4

Environmental and safety aspects of technologies are identified and implications for use assessed

4.5

Information is collected and stored for future use

5

Select technology for furniture

5.1

Research information is critically analysed in the context of the design brief requirements

5.2

The relevance of technology to specific design solutions is determined and technology selected

5.3

Presentation of research information is made highlighting the findings and rationale for the technology chosen

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes: 

• WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent
• work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
• work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving
• customers or suppliers may be internal or external

Design brief includes: 

• the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project
• organisational or personal profiles
• target audience
• budget
• timeline
• consultation requirements
• colour requirements
• image requirements
• function

Appropriate personnel include: 

• trainers
• supervisors
• suppliers
• clients
• colleagues
• managers

Clients include: 

• suppliers
• manufacturers
• private clients
• colleagues
• retailers
• the public

Aesthetics include: 

• consideration of appeal to a large number of people; products are pleasing to the eye of many who view it

Materials include: 

• solid timber (native and imported)
• manufactured timber products
• reconstituted products
• composite materials
• plastic
• metal
• alloys
• stone-based products
• glass
• textiles
• fibreglass
• foam
• synthetics
• cardboard
• paper products
• any other manipulable substance

Tactile includes: 

• that perceived by the sense of touch producing the effect of three-dimensional depth

Manufacturing processes include: 

• the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Environmental impacts include: 

• how the making and use of finishes effects the environment and how its continued use will affect those in the area
• energy consumption in applying the material
• greenhouse gases created
• waste levels and resource utilisation
• what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the finish

Longevity and restorability include: 

• an analysis of how long the finish is expected to last, while maintaining quality of aesthetic value and how readily the finish can be upgraded, repaired or replaced

Hazards include: 

• overweight loads
• bowing or cupping material causing collapse
• materials handling incidents
• splinters
• chips or fragments being lodged in the hands or eyes

Critical analysis includes: 

• comparing
• contrasting
• reflecting
• critiquing
• considering merit
• discussion
• debate

Elements of design include: 

• line
• shape
• form (geometric or organic)
• texture
• colour
• function

Principles of design include: 

• balance
• proportion (symmetry and asymmetry)
• harmony
• contrast
• pattern
• movement
• rhythm
• unity
• style
• focus
• scale
• dominant
• sub-dominant
• subordinate relationship
• emphasis
• proximity
• alignment
• space
• anthropometry
• ergonomics
• arrangement
• workload materials handling capacity
• skills available
• equipment capabilities
• aesthetic relations
• tension
• development methods

Technology and manufacturing processes include:  

• volume and custom production processes
• computer-aided design (CAD) software programs
• digital design tools
• machinery
• tools
• manufacturing techniques
• laser cutting
• water jet cutting
• computer numerically controlled (CNC) router cutting
• foundries and casting
• soft furnishing technology

Personal protective equipment includes: 

• that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include: 

• work procedures/instructions
• manufacturer specifications and instructions
• standard forms of workplace process and procedures
• organisation work specifications and requirements
• legislation, regulations and codes of practice
• quality and Australian Standards and procedures