Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMFFM4005A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Hand carve wood to custom design

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LMFFM4005A - Hand carve wood to custom design
Description This unit covers the competency to confirm the design requirements, select the wood, hand carve it to custom design and prepare the carving for finishing.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Application of the snitThis unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in the wide variety of furniture maker operations. The competency applies to a work room and on site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at the highly skilled craftsman or artisan level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority.This unit requires employability skills in initiative and enterprise, planning and organising and problem solving in order to undertake hand carving to design requirements. Communication skills are used to access and interpret work requirements and self management skills are applied to ensure project requirements are met. Technology is used to complete work.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Confirm the design requirements
  • Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements and instructions relevant to the hand carving of wood are verified and complied with
  • The product design requirements are accessed and confirmed as being feasible
  • The produce design requirements are elaborated on as required and documented to enterprise requirements
       
Element: Select and prepare the wood to be hand carved
  • The design requirements in terms of product specification and product usage are analysed and confirmed
  • The wood species which may satisfy the product specifications are identified
  • The wood for carving is selected from a detailed analysis and comparison of the product specification and the characteristics, properties and costs of the available wood species
  • The selected wood is prepared for hand carving
       
Element: Select carving tools
  • Carving tools selected are the most appropriate for the job
  • Selected carving tools are checked for serviceability, sharpness, maintenance compliance and safety
  • Faults are rectified or passed to qualified persons for rectification
  • Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable
       
Element: Carve the wood
  • The method and style of wood carving are selected to meet the design requirements and the selected wood
  • The carving patterns are applied to and enfaced on the wood to guide the carving and optimise the use of the wood
  • Carving tools are applied initially to bulk clearances which confirm the wood grain selection and the appropriateness of the tools
  • Carving tools are applied to the precision requirements of the product design
  • Quality checks, tests and inspections are carried out throughout the carving operation and adjustments to maintain product quality are implemented
       
Element: Finalise the work sequence
  • The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification
  • Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification
  • Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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.

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

Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for the use of hand tools

Interpret product design and locate and apply relevant information

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

Hand carve a minimum of two significant products including:

the interpretation and necessary adoption of the design specifications

the selection of timber for the carving

the completion of the carving to specification or commercially acceptable standard

the preparation of the products for finishing

Carry out operator maintenance on hand tools including the grinding and sharpening of a range of knives and chisels

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically 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 off-site context

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

two significant hand carving requirements including design brief or specification

a range of optional timbers

range of quality carving tools

materials for the preparation of the product for finishing

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 related units of competency

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Demonstrates skills to:

collect, organise and understand information related to work orders, basic plans and safety procedures

communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, co-ordination of work with site supervisor, other workers and customers, and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

interpret and apply technical and quality information in the identification, selection and maintenance of commercially superior carving tools

interpret, apply and elaborate on specifications for wood carving products

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using co-operative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

use pre-checking and inspection techniques which relate to hand carving to avoid re-work and wastage

identify the most appropriate tool, the specifications and the methods for maintaining the high precision needs throughout the wood carving sequence

recognise and respond to circumstances outside instructions or previously recognised personal competence

adapt designs to incorporate the impact of wood carving operations on the intended materials

plan and organise activities, including the preparation and layout of the worksite and the obtaining of equipment and materials to avoid any back tracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

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

clarify and confirm work instructions

plan work within given task parameters

accept responsibility for given tasks

set, monitor and satisfy personal work goals

satisfy the competency requirements for the job

maintain current knowledge of tools and materials

maintain current knowledge of installation techniques

seek learning opportunities

use the limited workplace technology related to the selection and high precision use of hand tools

Demonstrates knowledge of:

State or Territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to hand carving of wood

terminology covering hand carving operations and materials

types, characteristics, used and limitations of timber species for hand carving

techniques for the design and documentation of specifications for hand carved products

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for hand carving of wood

types, characteristics, uses, limitations and maintenance requirements of the range of tools used in wood carving

processes for evaluating the quality of carving tools in terms of specifications, safety, maintainability and commercial reputation

the range of commonly used hand carving techniques

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

workplace safety requirements and OHS legislation

work flow within the workplace

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.

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

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, control of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying

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)

Instructions

workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment

production planning figures

workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications

manufacturer instructions for the use of equipment and materials

Wood species for carving

may include lime, ash, maple, cherry, English oak, American oak, Japanese oak, walnut, Brazilian mahogany, sycamore, holly, apple, pear, beech, teak, iroko, rosewood, ebony, ramin and blackwood

Preparation of wood for hand carving

includes confirmation of grain, identification and response to faults, knots and contaminants, cutting of wood to workable size and shape

Carving tools

may include carving knives, chisels (straight, curved, short bent, front bent, spoon bit, back bent, skew, fishtail, spade, parting tool, macaroni, fluterino, backeroni), palm tools, rasps, rifflers, punches, gouges, venier and router

Tool sharpening

involves grinding and sharpening using a sandstone wheel or high speed carborundum stone, a fine oilstone, or a fine carving stone

sharpening a carver's chisel/implement involves sharpening bevels on both sides and rounding off bevels

Methods and styles of wood carving

include chip carving, relief carving, Scandinavian flat plane, caricature carving, love spoon, treen and whittling

Preparation for finishing

includes sanding (using abrasive papers, glasspaper, garnet paper, aluminium oxide paper and/or silicon-carbide paper), scraping, filling holes and cracks (using stoppers, cellulose filler, shellac sticks, wax sticks) and remedying tool marks (using hot water or hot iron)

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements and instructions relevant to the hand carving of wood are verified and complied with 
The product design requirements are accessed and confirmed as being feasible 
The produce design requirements are elaborated on as required and documented to enterprise requirements 
The design requirements in terms of product specification and product usage are analysed and confirmed 
The wood species which may satisfy the product specifications are identified 
The wood for carving is selected from a detailed analysis and comparison of the product specification and the characteristics, properties and costs of the available wood species 
The selected wood is prepared for hand carving 
Carving tools selected are the most appropriate for the job 
Selected carving tools are checked for serviceability, sharpness, maintenance compliance and safety 
Faults are rectified or passed to qualified persons for rectification 
Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable 
The method and style of wood carving are selected to meet the design requirements and the selected wood 
The carving patterns are applied to and enfaced on the wood to guide the carving and optimise the use of the wood 
Carving tools are applied initially to bulk clearances which confirm the wood grain selection and the appropriateness of the tools 
Carving tools are applied to the precision requirements of the product design 
Quality checks, tests and inspections are carried out throughout the carving operation and adjustments to maintain product quality are implemented 
The product is prepared for finishing in accordance with the design specification 
Carving tools are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer specification 
Work area is cleared and waste removed 
Workplace documentation and/or reports are completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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