Required skills

Required skills include

researching information

sketching and interpreting drawings

generating ideas and concepts

working with a wide range of materials and techniques

using relevant tools and equipment for producing objects

preparing and maintaining silversmithing tools and equipment eg hammers stakes files and vices

applying a range of silversmithing techniques to high standard

producing work where firescale is controlled during production and applying a high standard of finishing skills

achieving consistency in standards across multiple pieces

working effectively with others

communicating effectively

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes

concept development techniques

purpose function and maintenance of silversmithing equipment

techniquesmanufacturing methods for silversmithing production

soldering techniques for silversmithing

control measures for firescale

binding and locating techniques

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply a range of silversmithing techniques to the design and creation of complex or multiple objects

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently

implement OHS workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures

demonstrate the creation and production of silversmithing objects on more than one occasion and in different contexts This includes

development of a sketchbook of drawings and notations that record

ideas and design options generated

concept development

maquette production

relevant research

plans for production solutions

production of tests and experiments where appropriate

production of D objects to specification in particular accuracy and consistency of multiple forms andor critical functionality of complex items

production of complex or multiple objects which require a range of silversmithing techniques

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Where applicable reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity age gender demographics and disability

Access must be provided to appropriate learning andor assessment support when required Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM Metal and Engineering Training Package

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering 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 projectrelated 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 where required

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Complex pieces

Appropriate personnel

Silversmithing

Surface finishing techniques

OHS requirements

Environmental requirements

Enterprise procedures