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This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Research design theory

1.1 Use a range of research techniques to source information about design theory

1.2 Identify and explore new, emerging and alternative sources of ideas and thinking on design

1.3 Expand own knowledge and understanding of design through review and critical analysis of information

1.4 Analyse, compare and contrast a range of theoretical perspectives and thinking on design

2 Apply theories of design to professional practice

2.1 Evaluate the relevance and application of different theories of design based on analysis of own professional and personal experience

2.2 Analyse the ways different aspects of history, theory and other influences are applied, adapted or challenged in practice

2.3 Assess how theories and thinking about design may be applied to benefit individuals, businesses and communities

3 Develop, articulate and debate own perspectives on theories of design

3.1 Take a critical approach to different theories and reflect on own ideas and responses

3.2 Develop own substantiated positions in response to research and analysis

3.3 Articulate own positions, demonstrating clarity of thought and conceptual understanding of different theories and thinking

3.4 Debate positions on design showing belief in own ideas and a willingness to remain open to new perspectives

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Learning

1.3, 2.1

• Draws on a range of strategies to facilitate personal and professional learning

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.2

• Identifies and interprets complex concepts and theories from a range of sources

Writing

3.3

• Organises information and uses structure, language and context to clearly explain own ideas and positions

Oral Communication

3.3, 3.4

• Actively engages in critical discourse using appropriate vocabulary, tone and pace
• Uses active listening techniques to gain input and feedback

Get the work done

1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2

• Takes responsibility for planning and organising own tasks and workload, including how to link with the work of others
• Systematically analyses information to aid in deciding on own views and ideas
• Keeps abreast of innovations and good practice beyond own context, using ideas to rethink current approaches

Code and title  

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Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

BSBDES801 Research and apply design theory

BSBDES701A Research and apply design theory

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

Code changed to meet updated AQF requirements 2013

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.