Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare for computer-aided drawing work

1.1 Clarify drawing requirements in concept or project information

1.2 Identify hardware, software, tools and equipment required for computer-aided design and drafting projects

1.3 Set up hardware and software according to operating instructions and organisational procedures

1.4 Identify and retrieve digitised information relevant to projects

2. Gather object parameters and/or measurements

2.1 Establish and record critical dimensions and data for required designs

2.2 Identify requirements in relation to accuracy, tolerances and other key information

3. Prepare plots or drawings

3.1 Access and use CADD functions and features  according to operating instructions

3.2 Access and use peripheral equipment required for projects

3.3 Prepare and review preliminary drawings in consultation with relevant people

4. Finalise drawings

4.1 Check designs against project objectives and specifications according to organisational procedures

4.2 Identify and make required adjustments to designs based on review and consultation with relevant people

4.3 Store data files according to operating instructions and organisational procedures

4.4 Submit final drawings within agreed time parameters

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1

• Interprets and evaluates detailed information, instructions and technical specifications in a range of formats to prepare for and produce computer aided drawings
• Reviews accuracy of drawings against specifications and project information

Writing

2.1, 2.2

• Records key design information using correct conventions and terminology

Oral Communication

1.1, 3.3

• Uses questioning and careful listening to elicit information and opinions from others

Numeracy

2.1, 2.2, 3.1

• Identifies and records measurements and other numerically expressed specifications required for drawings
• Operates numerical functions of computer aided drawing equipment to produce drawings to accurate scale and measurements

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 4.1, 4.3

• Takes responsibility for following necessary organisational procedures when planning and undertaking work

Interact with others

3.3

• Participates in review of work progress with relevant people

Get the work done

1.1-1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.4

• Plans and organises required equipment, software and data in logical steps according to workplace and project requirements
• Prepares preliminary drawings for evaluation by others and makes recommended refinements
• Uses features of digital systems and tools to produce, edit, store and retrieve drawings
• Manages time to complete final drawings within established timeframes

CADD functions and features  must include:

• drawing tools to support methods for drawing:

• lines
• arcs
• polylines
• texts
• dimensions

• edit functions
• plotting and printing
• view displays
• working with layers.

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAACD302 Produce computer-aided drawings

CUVACD302A Produce computer-aided drawings

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and clarify intent.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.