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CUVDES405A
Research and apply techniques in spatial design

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Issue Date: April 2024


Individuals who generate ideas and solutions for the layout of spaces apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. Spatial design solutions are required for exhibitions, fit-outs for exterior spaces or environments, fit-outs for building foyers and offices, special events and theatre sets.

Skills associated with producing final designs can be found in units related to specific disciplines, such as set and exhibition design which are contained in Training Packages, such as CUE03 Entertainment and CUL04 Museum and Library/Information Services.

At this level, research, experimentation and ongoing refinement are used to produce a range of design work where individuals are beginning the process of finding their individual style. Work is undertaken independently with supervision and guidance as required.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and apply techniques for application to spatial design. It involves interpreting work briefs, organising resources, testing ideas, and refining approaches to a range of design challenges. The unit covers the design process to the point of producing models or maquettes for spatial designs.

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:

test and use a range of approaches and techniques for the design of spaces in response to a brief

produce a model or maquette for at least one spatial design

apply knowledge of the processes and techniques used for spatial design in different contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

briefs on which to base the design of spaces

equipment and tools used to produce models or maquettes of spatial designs.

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:

direct observation of design or model making work in progress, including exploration of, and experimentation with, techniques

evaluation of visual documentation of spatial designs

evaluation of plans and models produced by the candidate

questioning and discussion about the candidate’s intentions and the work outcome

review of portfolios of evidence

review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) 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, for example:

BSBDES401A Generate design solutions

BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to engage with others about approaches to spatial design

initiative and enterprise skills to experiment with techniques to produce effects that enhance the design of spaces

learning skills to refine and improve a range of spatial design techniques

literacy skills to interpret design briefs and research information about spatial design

numeracy skills to calculate proportions, measurements and costs

self-management and planning skills to plan work tasks

technical skills to evaluate, adapt and integrate a range of techniques into the design and fabrication of models and maquettes.

Required knowledge

role of experimentation in designing spaces

formal elements and principles of design and their application to spatial design

techniques, materials, tools and equipment and their application to different areas of spatial design

common formats and features of spatial design briefs

work and ideas of other designers specialising in spatial design

history and theory of design in relation to spatial design

intellectual property issues and legislation and their relevance to spatial design

sustainability considerations for spatial design

OHS requirements relevant to the design of spaces.

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.

Specifications may refer to:

client needs

dimensions

purpose

style.

Briefs are usually prepared by a commissioning body or organisation and may be:

diagrammatic

verbal

visual

written.

Spatial design work may include:

exhibition design

fit-outs for exterior spaces or environments

foyer design

installation for specific event

office fit-outs

set design.

Parameters and constraints may refer to:

considerations, such as:

client’s organisational background

contractual

copyright

ethical

health and safety

legal

subject matter

cost

material characteristics

technology

timeframe.

Relevant people may include:

clients

colleagues

industry practitioners

managers

mentors

supervisors.

Work space needs may include:

drafting table

electronic equipment

lighting and power requirements

process-specific space needs.

Tools and equipment may include:

brushes

camera

computer

hand tools

ladders

lighting equipment

power tools

printer

relevant software

scanner.

Preliminary visual representations may include:

computer-aided design and drafting (CADD)

colour boards

photography and digital imaging

plan drawing

sample boards

sketching.

Identifying possible approaches includes:

identifying possible design solutions

identifying possible realisation options, such as by:

fabricating an aspect of the design

means of a model or maquette.

Approaches may encompass:

aesthetic considerations

choice of fabrication options

design solutions

parameters of the brief.

Criteria may include:

access to materials, tools and equipment required to realise designs

consistency with spatial design briefs

ease of manufacture

personal affinity with medium and materials.

Materials may include:

cardboards

clays

fibres

glass

manufactured materials:

tiles

panels

carpeting

textiles

metals

modelling pastes

natural elements:

water

light

wind

plants

glazes

paints

paper

plastics

stains

wood and/or wood products.

Strategies to test techniques may involve:

exploring techniques by making practice pieces, test pieces, mock-ups or samples

testing materials by applying stress and colour tests.

Techniques would depend on design solutions and realisation options and may include:

carpentry

digital work

glasswork

lighting

modelling

painting and decoration

photography

projection

surface decoration

textile work.

Process followed to refine the design approach may involve:

adjustment to design solution

adjustment to take account of elements and principles of design

adjustment to use the extended capabilities of techniques.

Process used to document the approach may involve:

elevations

final drawings

illustrations

models

photographs

plans

specifications for fabrication.

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
Interpret the specifications of design briefs 
Take user or client requirements into account when making decisions about spatial design work 
Clarify issues about specifications, parameters and constraints with relevant people as required 
Source and evaluate information pertinent to briefs 
Identify resources required to develop spatial design models, including work space, tools and equipment 
Prepare and care for resources according to requirements 
Follow storage and inventory procedures 
Produce preliminary visual representations 
Identify possible approaches and establish criteria for selecting final approach 
Select appropriate materials, tools and equipment and test approaches and techniques 
Evaluate testing processes against criteria and select the approach that best meets the requirements of briefs 
Critique own work and seek feedback as required 
Refine and document the approach to spatial design work based on testing and evaluation 
Evaluate the need for fabrication and the scope of work required 
Select and organise materials, tools and equipment for fabrication according to design approach 
Safely make models or maquettes ensuring consistency with design concepts and briefs 
Respond positively to feedback and refine work as required 
Present models or maquettes within agreed timeframes 

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