Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop a broad understanding of the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists, and to develop and apply specific knowledge relevant to own work in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry.
It applies to individuals whose role in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry requires in-depth understanding of the complex and interrelated elements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, both locally to where they are working and nationally. At this level, a person engages in a largely independent investigation process that informs their professional practice.
Individuals could be working in urban, regional, rural or remote settings. The work environment could involve interactions with artists and their communities in contexts such as cultural/arts centres and cooperatives, commercial and public galleries, museums, retail outlets, community projects, exhibitions, events and festivals.
This unit reflects the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and visual arts practices. It emphasises the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples controlling their own cultural heritage and identity.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Consolidate understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures |
1.1 Research historical and contemporary events and issues and their impacts on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples 1.2 Investigate the personal, family and/or community obligations that impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists 1.3 Relate research findings to professional practice issues |
2. Investigate the cultures of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander visual artists relevant to own work |
2.1 Evaluate ideas and theory about the impact of culture on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander visual artists 2.2 Use a range of sources of information to research the visual arts practices of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander visual artists, including relevance to culture 2.3 Extend knowledge of cultural protocols relevant to own work 2.4 Analyse and record information gathered |
3. Apply research findings to professional practice |
3.1 Access and reference information in a culturally appropriate way, including correct recording of provenance and authenticity of artwork 3.2 Review work practices to ensure they recognise the role of the artist as a family and community member as well as a professional artist, to identify areas for improvement 3.3 Integrate new knowledge into professional practice to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander visual artists |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Learning |
1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 2.3, 3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
2.1, 2.2, 3.1 |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Writing |
2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
2.2, 2.4, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAATS502 Research the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists |
CUVATS502 Research the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists |
Code updated to reflect change of training package name. Minor edits to wording of assessment conditions. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5