Required skills

literacy skills sufficient to interpret props documentation and read product labels

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities of materials and take basic measurements

Required knowledge

properties and applications of materials commonly used for castingmoulding including plaster latex silicone elastomer dental alginate fibre glass

reasons for the use of particular materials and techniques for different production requirements

the different types of moulds and the reasons for their use

safety and environmental issues associated with materials and equipment used in castingmoulding

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

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

safe and correct use of castingmoulding techniques which result in a prop which meets production requirements

knowledge of the properties of materials used in castingmoulding and the associated safety issues

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The assessment context must provide for

practical demonstration of skills through the production of multiple props using casting and moulding techniques

production of the item within a commerciallyrealistic timeframe

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 the candidate using particular techniques

evaluation of props produced by the candidate

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of safety issues different techniques and options

case studies to assess ability to select different techniques to meet varying production requirements

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

Guidance information for assessment

This unit requires access to

casting and moulding materials tools and equipment used for props construction

a workspace in which props can be constructed safely

Relevant colleagues may include:

Props may include:

Selection of options for casting/moulding may be dependent upon:

Materials for moulding/casting may include: