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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for project collaboration
  2. Work collaboratively on projects
  3. Evaluate design collaboration project

Required Skills

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

Required skills

plan processes

encourage interchange of ideas

facilitate collaborative development of design concepts

evaluate design process

communicate effectively within the workplace including liaising with other departments

determine report requirements and present information in appropriate formats

maintain accurate records

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry out work according to OHS practices

Required knowledge

State or Territory OHS legislation regulations standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for working collaboratively on a design project

organisational and site standards requirements policies and procedures for working collaboratively on a design project

environmental protection requirements

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

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

product machining assembly and finishing techniques

storage systems and labelling

procedures for the recording reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

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 work collaboratively on a design project in accordance with client requirements setting a project plan and design brief

Effectively apply design elements and principles to working collaboratively on a design project

Comply with legislation regulations standards codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for working collaboratively on a design project

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 working collaboratively on a design project

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)

Client

may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public

Communication

may include verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language.

Collaboration

may include but not be limited to a group of people working together to achieve an outcome

may include but not be limited to designers, senior management, tradespeople, consumers, sales staff, distributors and clients

Design brief

may include but not be limited to the aims, objectives, milestones for the design project, the point of reference for everyone, elements and principles of design

may also include organisational or personal profiles, aims, target audience, budget, timeline, consultation requirements, colour requirements, image requirements and function

Concepts

are to include ideas generated to respond to the design brief through both ideation drawings or sketching and written explanation

Critique

is to include the process of undertaking a critical analysis of a product, the design process used, the manufacturing methodology and final outcomes

Elements of design

may include but not be limited to line, shape, form (geometric or organic), texture, colour, and function

Principles of design

may include but not be limited to balance, proportion (symmetry, asymmetry), harmony, contrast, pattern, movement, rhythm, unity, style, focus, scale, dominant, sub dominant or subordinate relationship, emphasis, proximity, alignment, space, anthropometry, ergonomics, arrangement, workload, materials handling capacity, skills, control, equipment capabilities, aesthetic relations, tension and development methods

Management systems

may include but not be limited to the project plan and attributes within it to fulfil the design brief and intended outcomes of the project. This may include personnel management, quality mechanisms, project stages, resource management, process management, problem solving mechanisms and performance targets

Quality control

is to include an inspection system for ensuring that pre-determined quality standards are being met, highlighting non-conformances requiring intervention

Material

may include but not be limited to native timber (native and imported), man-made timber products, plastic, metal, alloys, stones, glass, textiles, fibreglass, foam, cardboard, paper products or any other manipulable substance

Equipment

may include but not be limited to static machinery, portable power tools and computer numerically controlled equipment

may also include procedures for lock out protecting operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the machine from the power source

Manufacturing process

may include but not be limited to the methods by which the product will be produced, these steps usually entail working from working drawings and specifications, producing components utilising machine operations, assembly of the components and finishing techniques

Assembly process

may include but not be limited to nailing, gluing, screwing, welding, pressing, sewing, bonding, jointing or connecting various materials

Finishing

may include but not be limited to paints, waxes, lacquers, stains, pigments, oils and plastic coatings

Distribution channels

may include but not be limited to self promotion and distribution, organisation through agents representing you, via hired distribution organisations, joint ventures or establishment of own distribution network

Market research fundamentals

is to include research undertaken to assess the size and nature of a market

Despatch

may include but not be limited to wrapping in fabric, plastic wrapping, shrink wrapping, boxing, foam shells and despatch by truck, trailer, train, plane or ship