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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan research
  2. Conduct research and document findings
  3. Maintain currency with furniture styles and movements

Required Skills

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit

Required skills

conduct research

read and interpret information

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

carry out work according to OHS practices

conduct internet searches

assess the value of information

sketch and record information visually

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation regulations standards and codes of practice relevant to researching styles and movements

organisational and site standards requirements policies and procedures for researching styles and movements

elements and principles of design

ergonomics and aesthetic values

types of tools and equipment and procedures for their safe use operation and maintenance

characteristics of materials products and defects

set up and operation of equipment

computer programs

research techniques

presentation techniques and equipment

product assembly techniques

storage systems and labelling

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

problem identification and resolution

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package

Overview of assessment

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

Effectively research furniture styles and movements to assist with informing current design practices challenging and adapting influences into current designs

Effectively apply design elements and principles to the research of styles and movements

Effectively research styles and movements in accordance with the concepts and design brief

Comply with legislation regulations standards codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for researching styles and movements

Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace

Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices safety requirements and environmental constraints

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge other than confirmatory questions will usually be conducted in an offsite context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to researching styles and movements

specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts together with application of underpinning knowledge

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

Assessment may be applied under project related conditions real or simulated and require evidence of process

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Guidance information for assessment

Range Statement

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.

OHS requirements

are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures

requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling, including lifting and carrying

Legislative requirements

are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation

requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage

Organisational requirements

may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

Design brief

may include but not be limited to client needs and objectives, client aims and objectives and criteria for evaluation, milestones for the design project, organisational or personal profiles and aims, image requirements and function, target market, budget, timeline and consultation requirements

Research sources

may include but not be limited to scientific texts, historical texts and journals, oral histories, journals, periodicals, images, objects, films, videos, micra fish, internet, technical information, stories, libraries, museums, universities and collection catalogues

Information

may include but not be limited to philosophy, world histories, cultural issues, spiritual issues, religious issues, histories of furniture design, linguistics, aesthetics, politics, gender and identity issues, land and place, signs and symbols, criticism, new technologies and light

Styles and movements

may include but not be limited to furniture designers and key figures, such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles Eames and Antonio Gaudi

may include but not be limited to schools and movements, such as Bauhaus in Germany, Federal style in the United States, and Art Nouveau in Europe

may include but not be limited to periods and styles, such as the neo-classical Adams style, the simple lines of Art Deco, and the asymmetrical style of Rococo

may include but not be limited to decorative details, such as rosettes, foots, hinges, and mouldings

Research techniques

may include but not be limited to internet searches, interview, discussion, books, journals, film, documentaries and first hand review

Geographical research

may include but not be limited to international, national, regional and local influences

Facilities

may include but not be limited to files, computer files, indices, databases, charts and diagrams

Documented

may include but not be limited to freehand drawings, sketches, ideation drawings, working drawings, computer generated documentation, pictures, illustrations, photos, multimedia presentations, materials or theme boards, specifications and measurements