This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to design plant displays in a wide range of locations and situations, buildings and structures. It applies to permanent, semi-permanent and temporary displays of plant life under a range of gardening, exhibition, visual merchandising, marketing and commercial leasing and hiring activities.

It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

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

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List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Element	Performance criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Develop the design concept plan	1.1 Consult with client to establish the purpose and requirements of the design 1.2 Evaluate site or location for aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes 1.3 Determine timelines for display and incorporate into the plan 1.4 Clarify budget parameters for concept plan with client or manager 1.5 Develop concept plan using common horticultural conventions
2. Ensure compliance with the design plan	2.1 Present concept plan to client and negotiate agreement on design 2.2 Develop final design plan documentation 2.3 Inspect plants and display materials prior to installation to ensure they meet required quality standard 2.4 Inspect plant display to ensure compliance with design plan

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

develop maintenance programs

evaluate sites or locations to determine the effect of aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes on nature of display

research and analyse information about plant and materials specifications, cultural requirements and environmental requirements

consult with clients

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of plant display design

characteristics of a range of plants used in plant displays

growth and maintenance requirements of plants in natural and artificial environments

horticultural conventions for design plans

plant selection

principles of design

processes and techniques for preparing, costing and documenting plans for plant displays

plants commonly used in plant displays

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Element	Performance criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Develop the design concept plan	1.1 Consult with client to establish the purpose and requirements of the design 1.2 Evaluate site or location for aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes 1.3 Determine timelines for display and incorporate into the plan 1.4 Clarify budget parameters for concept plan with client or manager 1.5 Develop concept plan using common horticultural conventions
2. Ensure compliance with the design plan	2.1 Present concept plan to client and negotiate agreement on design 2.2 Develop final design plan documentation 2.3 Inspect plants and display materials prior to installation to ensure they meet required quality standard 2.4 Inspect plant display to ensure compliance with design plan

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

develop maintenance programs

evaluate sites or locations to determine the effect of aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes on nature of display

research and analyse information about plant and materials specifications, cultural requirements and environmental requirements

consult with clients

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of plant display design

characteristics of a range of plants used in plant displays

growth and maintenance requirements of plants in natural and artificial environments

horticultural conventions for design plans

plant selection

principles of design

processes and techniques for preparing, costing and documenting plans for plant displays

plants commonly used in plant displays

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Consult with client to establish the purpose and requirements of the design
Evaluate site or location for aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes
Determine timelines for display and incorporate into the plan
Clarify budget parameters for concept plan with client or manager
Develop concept plan using common horticultural conventions
Present concept plan to client and negotiate agreement on design
Develop final design plan documentation
Inspect plants and display materials prior to installation to ensure they meet required quality standard
Inspect plant display to ensure compliance with design plan

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