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CUVPRP606A
Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Creative practitioners at this level produce work of a professional standard that demonstrates a mature engagement with the potential of their chosen art form. Their command of materials, process and technique is highly developed. This unit may be applied to any art form.

In practice, this unit is combined with the units CUVPRP601A Originate a body of independent creative work and CUVPRP605A Evolve ideas for professional creative work.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extend expertise in a specialised art form to develop professional work for the public domain. It involves self-directed research and the independent use of specialised materials, processes and techniques.

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:

apply knowledge of materials, processes and techniques for a particular art form

manage specialised resources for the particular art form

originate and realise a coherent body of creative work in a particular art form

create work of a professional standard for sale, promotion or use in the public domain

evaluate and discuss work in a professional context.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

appropriate resources for the production of work, including work space, tools, equipment and materials.

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 a body of work produced by the candidate

evaluation of processes used by the candidate to independently conceive, plan and realise the work

direct observation of work in progress

evaluation of a candidate’s visual diary or other forms of documentation showing the development of the work, including research and ideas development

group peer review of the work

questioning and discussion about 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:

CUVPRP601A Originate a body of independent creative work

CUVPRP605A Evolve ideas for professional creative work.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

communication skills to engage with others at a professional level

critical thinking and analytical skills to independently analyse and evaluate ideas to inform original work

initiative and enterprise skills to independently generate new ideas and work opportunities

learning skills to evaluate own skills against professional practice strategy

literacy skills to:

interpret information dealing with complex or abstract ideas

document work in ways that communicate processes and ideas

numeracy skills to calculate resource costs

problem-solving skills to:

challenge, adapt and refine work projects

creatively resolve conceptual and technical issues that arise within the work

self-management and planning skills to plan and coordinate creative work from initial concept to realisation

technical skills to apply and adapt specialised skills related to particular art form

Required knowledge

scope of research potential for professional artists in a specialised area of creative work

relationship between ideas, technique, materials and process in the relevant art form

cultural, sociological, philosophical, aesthetic, political and commercial influences on chosen area of work, in historical and contemporary contexts

typical problems that occur during the production of a body of creative work, and how to avoid or resolve them

resource management options relevant to the chosen art form

specialised finishing techniques in the chosen art form

intellectual property issues and legislation associated with creative professional practice

sustainability issues associated with the tools and materials used in the chosen art form

organisational and legislative OHS procedures in relation to chosen art form

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.

Exposure to contemporary practicemay include:

artist workshops

current exhibitions

professional networking

self-initiated research of current and emerging methodologies.

New sources and research opportunitiesmay relate to:

analysis of greater subtlety and distinction

areas of research not already explored

component resourcing

consumer trends

current business theories

emerging government policy

emerging research

fashion/design trends

individuals in any fields of endeavour

innovative organisations

international trends

research in greater depth

research of broader scope

social trends.

Individualised or specialised research may involve:

in-depth focus on a particular:

idea

material

medium

process

technique

investigation of a perceived deficiency in own work

intensive mentoring with a more experienced peer.

Resource management systemsmay relate to:

logistics of moving large scale materials or equipment

managing studio preparation

shared space systems

storage of raw materials

storage of work in progress

storage of finished work

systems for managing the life of materials

transport options.

Specialised materials and processes are those that apply to a particular art form, such as:

ceramics

digital content

drawing

glass art

illustration

jewellery design

painting

photo imaging

printmaking

public art

sculpture

textile design

wood design.

Constructive criticismmay involve criticism in terms of:

aesthetics

philosophical foundations

social context

technique.

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
Initiate own exposure to contemporary practice in chosen art form 
Proactively identify and explore the potential of new and emerging technologies, materials and methodologies 
Evaluate impacts of current and emerging trends on the creation of ideas, production of work and management of professional creative practice 
Research historical and contemporary themes and concepts in chosen art form 
Analyse the motivations, philosophies and cultural origins of different works in chosen art form 
Identify new sources and research opportunities 
Identify the potential for individualised or specialised research based on current practice 
Evolve own ideas and develop innovative approaches 
Hone and adapt concepts for work based on emerging ideas and research 
Evaluate the requirements for the set-up, handling and storage of specialised materials, tools and equipment 
Create resource management systems that support professional practice 
Integrate command of technique, materials and process to create finished work of professional standard suitable for the public domain 
Deepen individual engagement with techniques, ideas and the relationships between them 
 
Trouble shoot technical challenges that arise in the creation of work based on detailed understanding of specialised materials and processes 
Develop innovative solutions that allow for experimental approaches 
Find solutions that enhance the conceptual integrity of the work 
Finish work to a professional standard using specialised techniques for the chosen art form 
Develop and apply effective approaches to safety and sustainability in the final preparation of work 
Seek and apply constructive criticism from others 
Evaluate work against planned strategy for own creative practice 
Evaluate own work in the context of work by others 
Adjust work processes and practice to improve technical, conceptual and commercial outcomes 

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