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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Establish the work requirements
   • Purpose of the prototype or sample is identified from plans and drawings
   • Materials specifications for the item are identified from workplace documentation
   • Ergonomic requirements are identified, clarified and satisfied throughout the work process
   • Construction requirements and methods are identified appropriate for the materials used
2. Plan prototype or sample construction
   • Work plan for the item construction is drafted
   • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
   • Compatibility of materials in specifications is checked and any discrepancies reported
   • Steps or stages in construction are identified, noting checkpoints for measurements and tests
   • Suitable work area is located and cleared ready for work
3. Obtain materials and equipment
   • Materials are selected according to specifications and assembled ready for use
   • Compatibility of materials with specifications is checked and any discrepancies reported
   • Equipment and accessories suitable for working the specified material are assembled
   • Appropriate jigs and other construction aids are identified and, where required, adjusted to suit the work
4. Construct the prototype or sample
   • Work plan is followed to construct the item
   • Checks are conducted at the identified points
   • Modifications to designs and plans are identified and recommended within workplace procedures
   • Modifications to the plan are documented and followed
   • Prototype or sample is checked for fitness for purpose
5. Finalise the work sequence
   • The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification
   • Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification
   • Work area is cleared and waste removed
   • Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.
Unit context includes:	WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements work requires individuals to demonstrate analytical and organisational ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving prototypes and samples may be produced by hand, by using appropriate machines, tools and equipment, or by computer-assisted production and will reflect the finished products produced by the enterprise work is performed with little external assistance and with minimal supervision or direction customers may be internal or external
Machines and equipment include:	microprocessor or computer-controlled machines production and facility equipment used in the enterprise
Materials include:	timber metal alloys glass fabrics and textiles plastics leather adhesives fillers and finishes, as appropriate
Personal protective equipment includes:	that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures include:	work procedures/instructions designer/drawer specifications and instructions organisation work specifications and requirements legislation/regulations/national or industry codes and practices relevant to the prototype/sample construction quality and Australian Standards and procedures

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Performance Evidence

Collect, organise and understand information related to multi-trade work instructions and work orders, building and structural plans and safety procedures

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Construct a minimum of two (2) different prototypes/samples, and:

identify compatibility/incompatibility of materials, adhesives, fittings and fasteners for the application

select and apply appropriate joinery, construction and finishing techniques

select and use appropriate materials, equipment and processes for the item being constructed

demonstrate how the design of the prototype components will influence the working lifetime of the item

ensure that the prototype satisfies the original or varied specification

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Use workplace technology related to the coordination, including communication equipment, time and management aids and other measuring devices

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

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Knowledge Evidence

Characteristics of the materials used in relation to the use of the end item

Design features and requirements for the prototype or sample

Operation of tools and equipment used and the application of the finished product

Identification of equipment, processes and procedures

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