Assessor Resource

MSFID6002
Apply 3-D visualisation techniques to represent interior designs

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency covers using 3-D computer visualisation techniques to represent designs for interior environments using computer program applications commonly used to create 3-D visualisation representations.

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

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Analyse project

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to producing visual representations are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with relevant personnel is established and maintained as required

2

Select rendering application

2.1

Features of rendering software packages used in interior design and decoration visualisations are identified and uses determined

2.2

Rendering requirements are determined from project documentation

2.3

Rendering software with capability to achieve desired effects within the project timeframe and budget is selected

2.4

Equipment and media are assessed as suitable for software and the achievement of desired effects

2.5

Planning tasks are undertaken to prepare for rendering

3

Apply rendering functions

3.1

Image resolutions are selected and applied to meet project requirements

3.2

Image aspect ratio is selected and applied

3.3

Pixel ratio is selected and applied

3.4

Renderer attributes are adjusted to obtain desired visual effects

4

Check render integrity and quality

4.1

Render integrity is tested and refined

4.2

Missing images and textures are identified and re-linked as required

4.3

Render times for optimising process are tested

4.4

Alpha channels and opacity matts are tested

4.5

Render layers and passes are tested

5

Optimise images for render processes

5.1

All relevant pre-rendering optimisations tasks are completed

5.2

Renderer attributes are adjusted and refined to optimise render time

5.3

Appropriate file output format is selected

5.4

Appropriate file names and output destinations are selected

6

Render image

6.1

Final rendering processes are undertaken and completed

6.2

Files are stored and archived

6.3

Completed render is reviewed to ensure compliance with system and client requirements

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Design and apply rendering tasks using and refining render components for best performance

Store rendered components in an organised manner for further use

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, make calculations, estimate material requirements and cost work

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Establish a personal work methodology

Build models to scale and create effects, such as lighting, shading, rendering and texturing, using software programs

Visualise 2-D notions into 3-D space and form

Manipulate a range of relevant computer software programs

Display critical evaluation skills, creativity, innovation, research skills and independent thinking

Experiment in both the planning of projects and methods of execution

Present design ideas

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for rendering processes

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for rendering

Elements and principles of design, including liveability and accessibility

Ergonomics, anthropometrics, proxemics and aesthetic values

Types of equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Design themes and design development

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to producing digital presentations for interior design projects.


Submission Requirements

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Analyse project

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to producing visual representations are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with relevant personnel is established and maintained as required

2

Select rendering application

2.1

Features of rendering software packages used in interior design and decoration visualisations are identified and uses determined

2.2

Rendering requirements are determined from project documentation

2.3

Rendering software with capability to achieve desired effects within the project timeframe and budget is selected

2.4

Equipment and media are assessed as suitable for software and the achievement of desired effects

2.5

Planning tasks are undertaken to prepare for rendering

3

Apply rendering functions

3.1

Image resolutions are selected and applied to meet project requirements

3.2

Image aspect ratio is selected and applied

3.3

Pixel ratio is selected and applied

3.4

Renderer attributes are adjusted to obtain desired visual effects

4

Check render integrity and quality

4.1

Render integrity is tested and refined

4.2

Missing images and textures are identified and re-linked as required

4.3

Render times for optimising process are tested

4.4

Alpha channels and opacity matts are tested

4.5

Render layers and passes are tested

5

Optimise images for render processes

5.1

All relevant pre-rendering optimisations tasks are completed

5.2

Renderer attributes are adjusted and refined to optimise render time

5.3

Appropriate file output format is selected

5.4

Appropriate file names and output destinations are selected

6

Render image

6.1

Final rendering processes are undertaken and completed

6.2

Files are stored and archived

6.3

Completed render is reviewed to ensure compliance with system and client requirements

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements

Project brief includes:

client needs and objectives

client aims and objectives, and criteria for evaluation

milestones

organisational or personal profiles and aims

image requirements and function

target market

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

colleagues

retailers

the public

Parameters include:

scope of brief

approval to make changes

effect or feel trying to be achieved

functionality (short and long term)

budget restrictions

established timelines

Resources include:

computers

computer software

design software

computer-aided design (CAD) software

colour boards

storyboards

swatches

product based colour systems, such as Munsell or similar

colour matching system, such as Pantone Matching System (PMS)

journals (directions magazines)

artistic equipment and products

model making equipment

Relevant personnel include:

interior designer

modeller

texture animator

programmer

technical director

systems support officer

Rendering software packages include:

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Revit 9

3D Studio Max

Form Z

Animator Pro

Rhino

Photoshop

Illustrator

CorelDraw

Rendering includes:

the pictorial representation of plans and elevations using colours, highlighting and shading to provide depth and photo-like drawings

Equipment and media include:

computer workstation

ergonomic furniture

3-D animation software

rendering software

render network distribution software

hubs

switches

input device (e.g. stylist tablet, keyboard and mouse)

output device (e.g. monitor, TV, printer and speakers)

render farm

Planning tasks include:

research

production planning

production management

team discussions

lighting

texturing

shading

networking

Pre-rendering optimisation tasks include:

selection of most appropriate renderer for specific outcome

assessing options with key personnel

deleting any unnecessary geometry and components

preparing renderer attributes

preparing layer or pass control

preparing opacity mattes and alpha channels

testing and diagnosing rendering issues

optimising and refining for best render performance

rendering

organisation of output

File output format includes:

TIFF

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Design and apply rendering tasks using and refining render components for best performance

Store rendered components in an organised manner for further use

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, make calculations, estimate material requirements and cost work

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Establish a personal work methodology

Build models to scale and create effects, such as lighting, shading, rendering and texturing, using software programs

Visualise 2-D notions into 3-D space and form

Manipulate a range of relevant computer software programs

Display critical evaluation skills, creativity, innovation, research skills and independent thinking

Experiment in both the planning of projects and methods of execution

Present design ideas

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for rendering processes

Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for rendering

Elements and principles of design, including liveability and accessibility

Ergonomics, anthropometrics, proxemics and aesthetic values

Types of equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Design themes and design development

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to producing digital presentations for interior design projects.

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
Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to producing visual representations are verified and complied with 
Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client 
Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed 
Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness 
Communication with relevant personnel is established and maintained as required 
Features of rendering software packages used in interior design and decoration visualisations are identified and uses determined 
Rendering requirements are determined from project documentation 
Rendering software with capability to achieve desired effects within the project timeframe and budget is selected 
Equipment and media are assessed as suitable for software and the achievement of desired effects 
Planning tasks are undertaken to prepare for rendering 
Image resolutions are selected and applied to meet project requirements 
Image aspect ratio is selected and applied 
Pixel ratio is selected and applied 
Renderer attributes are adjusted to obtain desired visual effects 
Render integrity is tested and refined 
Missing images and textures are identified and re-linked as required 
Render times for optimising process are tested 
Alpha channels and opacity matts are tested 
Render layers and passes are tested 
All relevant pre-rendering optimisations tasks are completed 
Renderer attributes are adjusted and refined to optimise render time 
Appropriate file output format is selected 
Appropriate file names and output destinations are selected 
Final rendering processes are undertaken and completed 
Files are stored and archived 
Completed render is reviewed to ensure compliance with system and client requirements 

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