Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on design history and theory, and to apply that information to one's own area of work. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals who work in design and need to develop and maintain a general knowledge of design history and theory. More complex research into design theory and design trends is covered by BSBDES602A Research global design trends and BSBDES701A Research and apply design theory. |
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 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. Collect information on history and theory of design |
1.1. Identify and access relevant sources of information on design history and theory 1.2. Organise research material and findings for current or future use in design practice, in a manner which facilitates easy access and cross-referencing |
2. Apply information to own area of work |
2.1. Evaluate information in the context of current design practice 2.2. Assess ways in which aspects of information on design history and theory could be used or adapted to inform current practice 2.3. Use relevant information in a culturally appropriate way to develop an understanding of own area of work |
3. Update and maintain knowledge of design trends |
3.1. Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of design trends and developments 3.2. Incorporate and integrate knowledge into design activities |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:
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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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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
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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Sources of information may include: |
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Information may relate to: |
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Organising research material may include: |
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Evaluating information may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Design - Design Process |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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