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Elements and Performance Criteria

Examine information on two dimensional design
- Identify and access relevant sources of information on design processes specifically relating to two dimensional applications
- Use knowledge of relevant design processes to inform work
Apply design processes to produce samples of two dimensional design work

Required Skills

Evidence Required

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills

general knowledge of the role and nature of a brief within the design process including different types of brief and how designers use them

awareness of the notion of individual interpretation and choice within the design process

knowledge about the materials tools and equipment required to apply design processes to two dimensional applications

work space organisation and maintenance including environmental and safety issues

knowledge about how other artists and designers use design processes in their work

awareness of different design processes and philosophies in the context of two dimensional applications

copyright moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation and their impact on aspects of design

literacy skills sufficient to interpret a brief

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities and determine layout issues

Linkages to other units

This unit underpins many specialisation units both within the Visual Arts Craft and Design Training Package and other Training Packages eg Entertainment It is highly recommended that this unit be assessed in conjunction with those units

Critical aspects of evidence

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

production of a range of samples which apply design processes to two dimensional work in accordance with the requirements of the brief

fundamental understanding of the design process as it applies to two dimensional work

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for

project or work activities that allow the candidate to access and apply design processes to a specific context

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

evaluation of samples

questioning and discussion

review of portfolios of evidence

third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands eg literacy and the needs of particular groups eg 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

Resource requirements

Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to apply design processes

Key competencies in this unit

Key competencies are built into all workplace competencies The following table describes those applicable to this unit Trainers and assessors should ensure that they are addressed in training and assessment

Level Administer and Manage

Level Design and Evaluate

Collecting organising and analysing information

Identifying and accessing sources of information of design processes

Communicating ideas and information

Producing a range of samples which apply design processes

Planning and organising activities

Following procedures to apply design processes

Working with others and in teams

Discussing work with colleagues

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

Applying linear perspective

Solving problems

Working out design solutions

Using technology

Using digital applications

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills

general knowledge of the role and nature of a brief within the design process including different types of brief and how designers use them

awareness of the notion of individual interpretation and choice within the design process

knowledge about the materials tools and equipment required to apply design processes to two dimensional applications

work space organisation and maintenance including environmental and safety issues

knowledge about how other artists and designers use design processes in their work

awareness of different design processes and philosophies in the context of two dimensional applications

copyright moral rights and intellectual property issues and legislation and their impact on aspects of design

literacy skills sufficient to interpret a brief

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities and determine layout issues

Linkages to other units

This unit underpins many specialisation units both within the Visual Arts Craft and Design Training Package and other Training Packages eg Entertainment It is highly recommended that this unit be assessed in conjunction with those units

Critical aspects of evidence

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

production of a range of samples which apply design processes to two dimensional work in accordance with the requirements of the brief

fundamental understanding of the design process as it applies to two dimensional work

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for

project or work activities that allow the candidate to access and apply design processes to a specific context

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

evaluation of samples

questioning and discussion

review of portfolios of evidence

third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands eg literacy and the needs of particular groups eg 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

Resource requirements

Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to apply design processes

Key competencies in this unit

Key competencies are built into all workplace competencies The following table describes those applicable to this unit Trainers and assessors should ensure that they are addressed in training and assessment

Level Administer and Manage

Level Design and Evaluate

Collecting organising and analysing information

Identifying and accessing sources of information of design processes

Communicating ideas and information

Producing a range of samples which apply design processes

Planning and organising activities

Following procedures to apply design processes

Working with others and in teams

Discussing work with colleagues

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

Applying linear perspective

Solving problems

Working out design solutions

Using technology

Using digital applications

Range Statement

The following explanations identify how this unit may be applied in different workplaces, sectors and circumstances.

describes and specifies the work to be completed

is usually prepared by a commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation

may be written, diagrammatic, visual, verbal.

Sources of information on design processes specifically relating to 2D applications may include:

books and magazines

art and design work

scientific texts

anecdotal sources, personal observation

natural and architectural forms

manufactured structures

optics, including single and multiple vanishing points.

Materials may include:

a range of papers

inks and washes

found materials.

Tools and equipment may include:

a range of brushes

measuring tools

digital equipment

relevant software ( which may include CADD, Illustrator).

Design samples may be exercises in response to a brief and involve considerations of:

positive and negative shape

Design samples may involve:

exploring tonal range to produce illusion of three-dimensionality

linear perspective

modelling volume through marks and tone.

Samples may be:

drawn, painted, printed, collaged

digital output.

Producing samples may also involve the application of design processes to a work in progress.

Safe procedures are in accordance with Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulations and standards.

The following explanations identify how this unit may be applied in different workplaces, sectors and circumstances.

describes and specifies the work to be completed

is usually prepared by a commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation

may be written, diagrammatic, visual, verbal.

Sources of information on design processes specifically relating to 2D applications may include:

books and magazines

art and design work

scientific texts

anecdotal sources, personal observation

natural and architectural forms

manufactured structures

optics, including single and multiple vanishing points.

Materials may include:

a range of papers

inks and washes

found materials.

Tools and equipment may include:

a range of brushes

measuring tools

digital equipment

relevant software ( which may include CADD, Illustrator).

Design samples may be exercises in response to a brief and involve considerations of:

positive and negative shape

Design samples may involve:

exploring tonal range to produce illusion of three-dimensionality

linear perspective

modelling volume through marks and tone.

Samples may be:

drawn, painted, printed, collaged

digital output.

Producing samples may also involve the application of design processes to a work in progress.

Safe procedures are in accordance with Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulations and standards.