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CUVVSP04B
Apply techniques to produce ceramics

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Not Applicable

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use techniques, materials and equipment for the production of ceramic work. As such the unit covers general knowledge and the application of basic techniques, which would generally be nominated by the supervisor. It is a specialisation unit and refers to a specific art form. This work would usually be carried out under supervision.

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

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

Prerequisites

It is highly recommended that this unit be assessed in conjunction with the following units:

CUVCOR01B Source concept for own work or

CUVCOR02B Develop and articulate concept for own work

CUVCOR07B Use drawing techniques to represent the object or idea or

CUVCOR08B Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept.

It could also be assessed in conjunction with:

CUVCOR11B Source information on history and theory and apply to own area of work.

Depending on the context, combined assessment and/or training with a range of other units would also be appropriate, e.g.:

CUVCRS13B Store finished work

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.

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

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:

production of ceramic work which demonstrates a command of the nominated techniques and which reflects the concept

general knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in ceramic work.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The assessment context must provide for:

evaluation of visual language and technical execution of work pieces produced by the candidate

practical demonstration of skills using required tools, equipment and materials to produce a minimum of one ceramic piece.

Method of assessment

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:

direct observation of work in progress

questioning and discussion of candidate's intentions and work in progress

written or verbal reports

review of portfolios of evidence

third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.

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).

Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials, resources and equipment needed to produce ceramic work.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills:

literacy skills sufficient to read product and equipment safety labels

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities and firing times.

Required knowledge:

general knowledge of physical properties and capabilities of the most commonly used materials, tools and equipment for ceramic work

general knowledge of different styles of ceramic work and the work of key practitioners

overview knowledge of the formal elements and principles of design

introductory knowledge of the historical and theoretical contexts for ceramic work

typical work space and equipment requirements for the production of different types of ceramic work

cleaning and maintenance techniques for tools and equipment used in ceramic work

awareness of copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues

environmental issues associated with the tools, materials and equipment used in ceramic work

organisational and legislative occupational health and safety procedures in relation to ceramic work.

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.

Tools may include:

brushes

carving tools

knives/blades

rolling pins or other rollers

spatulas

tape measures.

Equipment may include:

banding wheel

gas fired or electric kiln

kiln equipment

protective clothing

raku kiln

tongs.

Materials may include:

glazes

oxides

range of clays.

Ceramicwork may include:

containers

fired and non fired clay work

mural pieces

platters

sculptural work

tiles

wearable objects, e.g. anklets, neck and head pieces.

Workplace procedures may relate to:

cost control

process-specific procedures

recycling

reporting

safety

use of materials.

Work space considerations may include:

dust extraction facilities

lighting

ventilation

wet and dry areas.

Within this unit the range of techniques used would generally be quite limited in nature and may include:

applied surface treatments (adding clay)

firing techniques

hand formed (pinching, coiling, slab, slab-roll)

moulding

subtracted surface treatment (incising, impressing, stamping, piercing, inlaying with other clays)

wedging clay to remove air.

Testing techniques may include:

experimenting directly with work in progress

exploring techniques by making practice pieces

making samples applying nominated techniques.

Drawing may include:

drawings on paper

drawings or markings directly on the clay

electronic imaging.

The concept for the proposed ceramic work may be influenced by:

elements and principles of design

the subject matter or theme for the work, e.g. the body; identity; land and place; political, cultural, social issues; spiritual concerns.

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
Correctly identify and select tools, equipment and materials required for the production of ceramic work. 
Prepare, clean and maintain tools, equipment and materials in accordance with relevant workplace procedures and safety requirements. 
Organise and maintain work space so that it remains clean and safe. 
Store tools, equipment and materials in accordance with relevant workplace procedures and safety requirements. 
Safely use techniques for the production of ceramic work. 
Use and test nominated techniques to determine the capability of the technique and its application. 
Drawconcept of the proposed ceramic work based on own ideas or supplied information. 
Correctly identify the steps and resources required to produce the proposed ceramic work. 
Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for the specific ceramic work. 
Calculate correct quantities of materials required and minimise waste where possible. 
Use techniques, tools and materials safely to produce the final ceramic work. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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