Modification History
New unit
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to use jewellery repair techniques in the repair and restoration of antique or traditional jewellery items.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to restoration and repair work conducted on antique, traditional or period jewellery where the finish must be consistent with the characteristics of the item.
Work includes use of jewellery equipment.
Band A
Unit Weight 4
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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
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Determine work requirements |
1.1 |
Clarify client requirements for work |
1.2 |
Identify the era and design characteristics of the jewellery item and the materials and construction techniques used |
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1.3 |
Conduct research into the item characteristics, as required, to inform work |
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1.4 |
Examine the item to determine condition and extent of work requirements and determine feasibility of completing work to standard required |
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1.5 |
Determine storage and handling requirements for item to ensure protection from damage |
2 |
Plan repair or restoration work |
2.1 |
Determine requirements for jewellery item repair or restoration and develop work plan |
2.2 |
Estimate costs and confirm viability against client requirements and budget |
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2.3 |
Determine requirement for manufacture of new componentry or sourcing of specialist expertise |
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2.4 |
Confirm feasibility of repair work to achieve quality outcome |
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2.5 |
Source materials, equipment, components and specialist expertise required to complete work |
3 |
Conduct repair and restoration work |
3.1 |
Select and use tools, equipment, materials and consumables appropriate to job requirements in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures |
3.2 |
Apply repair and restoration techniques to jewellery item in accordance with the style of the item |
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3.3 |
Identify and address unforeseen consequences of work |
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3.4 |
Observe occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and safely operate all workshop equipment used |
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3.5 |
Perform work in a manner that minimises waste and complies with environmental requirements |
4 |
Finish work |
4.1 |
Check work meets client requirements and quality standards |
4.2 |
Determine safe cleaning techniques for antique item to ensure features are protected from damage |
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4.3 |
Clean item and prepare for presentation to client |
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4.4 |
Complete documentation on work undertaken |
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4.5 |
Clean up work area |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
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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Overview of assessment |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to repair and restore a range of antique jewellery items in a manner which is consistent with the style and era of the item. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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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 |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
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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Materials |
Materials may include:
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Repair or restoration work |
Repair or restoration work may relate to:
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Repair and restoration techniques |
Repair and restoration techniques may include:
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OHS requirements |
OHS requirements may include:
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Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements may relate to:
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Unit Sector(s)
Jewellery
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.