BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour

Release: 1

BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore the use of colour and to apply colour theory.

It applies to individuals whose work involves understanding and applying the effective use of colour.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Design – Design Process

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1 Source information on colour and colour theory	1.1 Identify and access sources of information on colour and colour theory 1.2 Evaluate and collate information to build knowledge of colour and its application in different contexts
2 Experiment with colour	2.1 Test different colours and colour-combinations through experimentation 2.2 Use own ideas as a way of testing, challenging or confirming colour theory 2.3 Ensure safe use of materials, tools and equipment during experimentation with colour
3 Communicate concepts and ideas through use of colour	3.1 Investigate how colour might be used to communicate a particular idea or concept 3.2 Select materials, tools and equipment relevant to the idea or concept 3.3 Apply colour to communicate the concept or idea based on own knowledge of colour and colour theory 3.4 Review and reflect on own use of colour and what it communicates 3.5 Seek and obtain feedback from others about the way colour has been used and its success in communicating the concept or idea 3.6 Present and store work any samples in a way which takes account of the need for professional presentation and potential relevance for future work

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill	Performance Criteria	Description
Reading	1.1, 1.2, 2.3, 3.1	Evaluates and integrates facts and descriptions of colour from a range of texts including text embedded in visual media
Writing	1.2, 3.6	Produces a range of text types using appropriate vocabulary, grammatical structure and conventions Applies basic referencing and sequencing of professional and archival resources
Oral Communication	1.1, 3.5	Presents ideas, asks questions and listens, to seek feedback or generate ideas
Numeracy	2.1	Selects and uses mathematical information for measurement and volume
Navigate the world of work	2.3	Takes some personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements with specific reference to safety
Get the work done	1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1-3.4, 3.6	Plans, sequences and implements tasks required to achieve outcomes Takes responsibility for routine low-impact decisions within familiar situations Evaluates effectiveness of decisions on how well they meet stated goals Contributes to the design of new approaches within immediate work environment Follows routine procedures for using digital technology to enter, store and retrieve information directly relevant to role

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title current version	Code and title previous version	Comments	Equivalence status
BSBDES301 Explore the use of colour	BSBDES301A Explore the use of colour	Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages	Equivalent unit

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10