Required skills

literacy skills to read and interpret information about colour and colour theory

numeracy skills to calculate quantities and proportions of different colours

visual literacy skills to make judgements about the way that different colours work together and in conjunction with other elements

Required knowledge

colour attributes and colour relationships

different colour theories and their applications to different contexts

emotional cultural and situational aspects of colour

individual interpretation and choice in relation to the use of colour and the potential limitations of theory

materials tools and equipment required to experiment with colour in relevant contexts

ways in which other practitioners use colour in their work

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 following is essential

effective use of colour to communicate a concept or idea

knowledge of colour theory the effects of colour and its potential use in different contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to materials resources and equipment needed to apply colour in the relevant work context

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 questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

evaluation of colour samples produced by the candidate to communicate a concept or idea

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of colour theory and use of colour by different practitioners

Guidance information for assessment

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

Sources of information on colour and colour theory may include:

Experimentation may involve playing with:

Materials, tools and equipment may include:

Idea or concept to be communicated may relate to a huge range of activities such as:

Samples may be: