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. Analyse design needs

1.1 Confirm communication objectives for the graphics work based on the design brief and consultation with relevant people as required

1.2 Evaluate design brief specifications

1.3 Source and evaluate legal, ethical and contractual information pertinent to the project

2. Develop and refine ideas for graphics

2.1 Identify relevant sources and conduct research to inform ideas for graphics

2.2 Consider the opportunities and constraints offered by different techniques and technologies

2.3 Assess the relationship of the graphic objects to the other components of the design

2.4 Create and refine ideas and options for layouts

2.5 Refine ideas using technical experimentation

2.6 Evaluate and select approaches that meet the communication need

2.7 Produce and present visual representations of design ideas to others for their approval

3. Manipulate graphic objects

3.1 Create graphic objects based on selected ideas

3.2 Manipulate, edit and enhance objects using an extended range of digital tools and features

3.3 Integrate graphics with other visual design elements

3.4 Identify and resolve technical problems based on developing expertise

3.5 Achieve desired outcomes through application of design skills and technical expertise

3.6 Establish and follow safe work practices in the work process

4. Finalise technical aspects of graphics work

4.1 Edit and refine graphics to meet technical requirements

4.2 Follow correct protocols for saving, exporting and storing files

4.3 Establish appropriate file formats for output

5. Evaluate graphics work

5.1 Critique graphics from both a technical and aesthetic perspective in the context of the design objectives

5.2 Seek feedback from others as required, and make appropriate adjustments

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1-1.3, 2.1, 4.2

• Interprets and evaluates complex textual and visual information from a range of sources to identify content relevant to own work

Oral Communication

1.1, 2.7, 5.2

• Participates in discussions using active listening and questioning techniques to seek feedback and confirm understanding of design requirements
• Presents detailed information using language, tone and pace appropriate to audience and purpose

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 3.6

• Considers legal requirements and responsibilities when planning responses to design briefs
• Takes responsibility for establishment and adherence to safe work practice

Interact with others

1.1, 2.7, 5.2

• Selects and uses appropriate communication methods and practices to identify shared goals, seek feedback and present information to others

Get the work done

2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.3, 5.1, 5.2

• Takes responsibility for management and sequence of tasks and processes within own workload
• Invests time in developing options using a combination of creative and critical thinking and exploratory techniques to manipulate graphics before production of preliminary visuals
• Makes intuitive and analytical decisions using design skills, and software tools and features to finalise the production of refined graphics that meet aesthetic and technical requirements
• Reviews effectiveness of aesthetic and technical decisions to meet objectives with input from others
• Considers purpose when selecting and using digitally based technology and applications to effectively realise graphics for output in appropriate file formats

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAGRD504 Create and manipulate graphics

CUVGRD504A Create and manipulate graphics

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.