Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and present rendered concept drawings for given visual merchandising themes. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the team member to apply knowledge of design elements and principles, retail design trends and issues, and to interpret client briefs and develop and present rendered concept visuals that address visual merchandising themes. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit is packaged will assist in identifying employability skills requirements. |
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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Develop drawings for a given theme. |
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Present alternative drawings for a given visual merchandising theme to client . |
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Collaborate with team members to explore ideas. |
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1.3 |
Reflect relevant design principles and elements in finished drawings to demonstrate creative ideas and problem-solving strategies. |
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2 |
Produce colour concept drawings. |
2.1 |
Generate colour concept drawings for a wide range of retail applications. |
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Apply a suitable drawing system to produce accurate perspective, isometric, axonometric drawings. |
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2.3 |
Use cultural or historical associations for a target market and theme. |
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2.4 |
Use colour contrast and colour coordination to suit client promotional needs. |
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2.5 |
Select suitable fixtures, fittings and finishes to suit client needs and budget. |
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2.6 |
Apply three-dimensional effects, including shadow, highlight and reflection, to enhance presentation. |
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2.7 |
Select and apply rendering medium appropriate to promotional theme or product image. |
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2.8 |
Select and apply lettering, logos, symbols and images to suit corporate image and target market. |
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2.9 |
Present finished artwork professionally mounted with overlay and detailed explanations. |
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3 |
Give verbal presentations of design solutions. |
3.1 |
Present ideas and visuals in a clear and logical manner, with a range of solutions that meet client requirements. |
3.2 |
Offer clear explanations to client questions. |
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3.3 |
Recommend preferred solutions to clients with a clear rationale for the final idea and its suitability. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit:
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The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit:
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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 this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Methods of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Assessing employability skills |
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts. Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification. |
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. |
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Visual merchandising theme may include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Team members may include: |
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Relevant design principles and elements may include: |
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Rendering medium may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Retail |
Competency field
Competency field |
Merchandising |