Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit specifies the outcomes required to produce developmental models to scale using fundamental design elements and principles for presentation purposes. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in furnishing operations of all sizes. The production of developmental models to scale applies to an industry workplace or design studio environment. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. This unit requires employability skills in initiative and enterprise, planning and organising and problem solving in order to produce and evaluate models. Communication skills are used to access and interpret work requirements. Self management is applied to ensure project requirements are met and technology is used to produce models. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for production |
1.1. Applicable OHS , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to producing developmental models to scale are verified and complied with 1.2. Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel 1.3. Type and quantity of material to be used is acquired from the storage location 1.4. Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers recommendation 1.5. Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements |
2. Interpret design development sketches and drawings |
2.1. Sketches and drawings are assessed for their elements of design 2.2. Sketches and drawings are assessed for their principles of design 2.3. Sample maquette is produced in accordance with the concept sketches and drawings 2.4. Concept is modified for its aesthetic value in keeping with the intended function 2.5. Working drawings are assessed for their specification requirements 2.6. Concept is planned for model manufacture taking into account available equipment and resources |
3. Produce scale model |
3.1. Manufacturing process is planned and organised 3.2. Material is processed in accordance with the manufacturing plan and safe working procedures 3.3. Components are produced and prepared for assembly 3.4. Components are assembled in accordance with the working drawings 3.5. Scale model is finished according to specifications |
4. Evaluate scale model |
4.1. Design and production process faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel 4.2. Scale model is evaluated for functionality and aesthetic appeal 4.3. Scale model is evaluated against design brief requirements 4.4. Scale model is reviewed with client or test client 4.5. Modifications to the scale model are explored to satisfy the requirements of the design brief |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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OHS requirements |
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Legislative requirements |
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Organisational requirements |
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Design brief |
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Appropriate personnel |
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Material |
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Storage locations |
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Equipment |
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Communication |
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Sketches |
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Elements of design |
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Principles of design |
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Maquette |
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Concepts |
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Aesthetics |
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Working drawings |
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Manufacturing process |
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Components |
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Scale model |
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Specifications |
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Functionality |
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Records and reports |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Furniture design and technology. |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
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