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CUVACD302A
Produce computer-aided drawings

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


People working in many industries apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit.

In the cultural industries, computer-aided drawing skills are required in many design disciplines, and in contexts such as stage and set design. In the visual arts, computer-aided drawings could be used to develop concepts for artworks or for mounting installations and exhibitions.

At this level, work is undertaken independently but within established parameters. Supervision or guidance is available as required.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) program functions to produce drawings.

The focus of this unit is on the technical skills required to operate CADD, not on design skills which are covered in other units in CUV11 Visual Arts, Craft and Design Training Package.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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.

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

use the standard features and functions of a CADD program to produce drawings for a specific workplace purpose

apply knowledge of CADD capabilities and uses in a specific industry context.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

CADD equipment and software.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of drawings produced by the candidate

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of CADD features and functions

direct observation of the candidate undertaking CADD work

review of portfolios of evidence

review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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.

Required skills

learning skills to improve own skills through feedback and review

literacy skills to interpret and use digital information, including instructions required for the production of computer-aided drawings

numeracy skills to interpret and correctly apply calculations and measurements required for the production of computer-aided drawings

planning and organising skills to plan work tasks in a logical sequence

problem-solving skills to identify and respond to the need for adjustments in drawings

self-management skills to complete work within agreed timeframes

technology skills to use a range of features of CADD software.

Required knowledge

ways in which CADD is used within specific industry contexts

basic principles of CADD

typical features and functions of CADD programs, including drawing tools, view displays, edit functions, working with layers, plotting and printing

intellectual property issues and legislation associated with the use of CADD

OHS issues associated with the use of computers.

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.

Information may relate to:

creative objectives

measurements/dimensions of objects or space

scope for making adjustments

statutory requirements

technical objectives

timelines.

Computer-aided design may be required for a wide range of work situations which may include:

costume or fashion design

layouts:

rooms

sites

stage

lighting plots

object or product design

set design

visual arts projects:

artworks in any form

community installations

public art.

CADD functions and features must include:

drawing tools to support methods for drawing:

lines

arcs

polylines

texts

dimensions

edit functions

plotting and printing

view displays

working with layers.

CADD functions and features may include:

three-dimensional (3-D) techniques:

displaying 3-D views

entering coordinates

how CADD works in an integrated environment

isometrics and perspectives

macros

use of attributes to make project reports.

Peripheral equipment may include:

plotters

printers

scanners.

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
Clarify drawing requirements with reference to concept or project information 
Identify hardware, software, tools and equipment required for computer-aided design and drafting projects 
Set up hardware and software according to operating instructions and organisational procedures 
Identify and retrieve digitised information relevant to projects 
Establish and record critical dimensions and data for required designs 
Identify requirements in relation to accuracy, tolerances and other critical information 
Access and use CADD functions and features according to operating instructions 
Access and use peripheral equipment required for projects 
Prepare and review preliminary drawings in consultation with relevant colleagues as required 
Check designs against project objectives and specifications according to organisational procedures 
Identify and make required adjustments to designs based on review and consultation with relevant colleagues as required 
Store data files according to operating instructions and organisational procedures 
Submit final drawings within agreed time parameters 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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