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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. Evaluate and select drawing technique

1.1 Examine the needs of own practice in terms of drawing technique

1.2 Consider the external factors that influence drawing in professional practice

1.3 Reflect on the commercial and artistic opportunities offered by having expertise in particular techniques

1.4 Consider the limitations and constraints of particular techniques

1.5 Select particular drawing techniques for refinement based on their suitability for the purpose or for a particular brief

2. Refine selected drawing technique

2.1 Establish and follow safe work practices for selected technique

2.2 Extend the capability of the drawing technique

2.3 Develop own ways of working with the technique to create individual style

2.4 Identify and resolve technical problems with the drawing technique

3. Produce professional, finished drawings

3.1 Produce a body of drawings that shows command of, and confidence in, the selected technique

3.2 Produce drawings that are suited to the context in which they are to be used

3.3 Evaluate own drawings and reflect on professional development needs and opportunities

3.4 Seek feedback from others on own drawing technique and take action accordingly

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Learning

1.1, 1.3, 3.3, 3.4

• Uses analysis, reflection and feedback to identify skill needs and opportunities and manages own personal and professional development

Reading

2.1

• Interprets and evaluates detailed texts to identify key information about safe practices for chosen technique

Oral communication

3.4

• Uses questioning and active listening techniques to elicit feedback and confirm understanding

Navigate the world of work

2.1

• Takes responsibility for implementation of safe work practices for specific drawing techniques

Interact with others

3.4

• Collaborates with others to elicit feedback and considers its value to the improvement of future work performance

Get the work done

1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2.

• Uses a mix of intuitive and formal processes to make decisions related to technique and subject matter
• Develops new or innovative ways to produce drawings that reflect individual style
• Methodically resolves technical problems

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Code and title 

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Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAACD503 Select and refine a specialised drawing technique

CUVACD503A Select and refine a specialised drawing technique

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and clarify intent. Minor edits to performance criteria.

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

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