Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the competency to design, fabricate components and assemble a simple artwork package. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Design package |
1.1. Artwork to be framed is identified and its qualities and framing requirements assessed 1.2. A provisional design package is developed 1.3. Design is modified as required and approved in accordance with workplace procedures 1.4. Work sequence is planned to suit the job |
2. Cut and join mouldings |
2.1. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 2.2. Tools, equipment and materials required for cutting and joining of mouldings are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work in terms of quality, serviceability and safety 2.3. Material is set out for cutting to length according to work instructions and workplace procedures 2.4. Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications 2.5. Mouldings are cut to length and checked for quality and fit in accordance with workplace practices 2.6. Components are laid out and fixed in preparation for joining according to work instructions and workplace procedures 2.7. Components are joined and checked for quality, alignment and finish according to workplace practices |
3. Cut mat board |
3.1. Tools, equipment and materials required for cutting mat board are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work in terms of quality, serviceability and safety 3.2. Mat board material is set out for cutting according to work instructions and workplace procedures 3.3. Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications 3.4. Mat boards are cut and checked for quality in accordance with workplace practices |
4. Cut glass for framing |
4.1. Tools, equipment and materials required for cutting glass are selected and checked prior to use to ensure that they are appropriate for the work in terms of quality, serviceability and safety 4.2. Glass is set out for cutting according to work instructions and workplace procedures 4.3. Tools, machines and equipment are used in accordance with safety requirements and manufacturers' specifications 4.4. Glass is cut and checked for quality in accordance with workplace practices |
5. Mount artwork |
5.1. Method of mounting is determined 5.2. Mounting equipment is set up according to operating procedures and workplace practice 5.3. Artwork is positioned on substrate according to job requirements and placed in mounting equipment 5.4. Mounting equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures 5.5. Assembled artwork is removed from equipment, inspected for quality in accordance with workplace procedures |
6. Assemble artwork package |
6.1. Fabricated components are cleaned and laid out for assembly in accordance with workplace procedures 6.2. Artwork is attached to backing material using the selected method 6.3. Frame components are assembled, adjusted as required to fit and fixed 6.4. Frame is fitted over package and the backing is fixed in accordance with workplace procedures 6.5. Fittings, attachments and hanging aids are attached in accordance with workplace procedures 6.6. Package is inspected for quality and processed in accordance with workplace procedures |
7. Complete work |
7.1. Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 7.2. Off-cuts and unused materials are collected and stored for reuse or disposed following workplace procedures 7.3. Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge 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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence |
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Resource implications |
Access to plans/designs, picture framing hand tools and/or basic processing machines, equipment, materials, a work area and a specified project. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge. Assessment may be conducted in conjunction with assessment of the other sector specialist unit of competency where appropriate. |
Context of assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Unit context |
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Simple artwork |
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Tools and equipment |
Tools and equipment to be used under supervision and guidance may include, but is not limited to:
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Materials to be used may include but not limited to : |
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Personal protective equipment |
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Picture Framing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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