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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research and analyse significant influences on interior decoration and design
  2. Research and analyse historical development of interior decoration
  3. Maintain currency with decoration styles and movements

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, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving, plus self-management and learning skills

Research sources include:

scientific texts

historical texts and journals

oral histories

journals

periodicals

images

objects

films

videos

microfiche

internet

technical information

stories

libraries

museums

universities

collections of catalogues

Information includes:

philosophy

Australian histories

cultural issues

spiritual issues

religious issues

histories of Australian and imported architectural trends

linguistics

aesthetics

politics

gender and identity issues

land and place

signs and symbols

criticism

new technologies

light

Research techniques include:

internet searches

interview

discussions

books

journal reviews

films

documentary reviews

on-site visits

Significant decorators and designers include:

Florence Broadhurst

Marc Newson

Philipe Starck

Ron Arad

Ettore Sottsas

Documented includes:

freehand drawings

sketches

ideation drawings

working drawings

computer-generated documentation

pictures

illustrations

photos

multimedia presentations

materials or theme boards

specifications

measurements

Facilities include:

files

computer files

indices

databases

charts

diagrams

Environmental considerations include:

sustainability

use of environmentally friendly materials

energy efficiency

water efficiency

Information and procedures include:

work instructions, including plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures


Performance Evidence

Interpret work orders and locate and apply relevant information

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

Use research techniques and develop research facilities to research design influences that assist with informing current design practices

Identify historical developments of interior decoration and design practices and how they influence current styles and practices

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

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

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