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

MEM19046A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply grain setting techniques

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM19046A - Apply grain setting techniques
Description This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply grain setting techniques to set gem setting.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to pre-manufactured jewellery items and must include application of pave´, thread and grain, and single stone bead set techniques to produce a variety of completed settings. Work includes use of gem setting equipment and cleaning and inspection of the work produced.Band AUnit Weight 4
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: Prepare for grain setting
  • Identify and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements for carrying out the tasks and for the work area
  • Define the characteristics and purpose of grain in a setting
  • Define the characteristics of pave’, thread and grain, and single stone bead set
  • Plan grain setting procedure
  • Obtain and prepare equipment for the task and make modifications as required for work
  • Identify materials used and their essential characteristics
  • Handle gems in a manner which ensures damage is prevented
       


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, 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 produce a variety of pave´, thread and grain, and single stone bead settings.

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 to safely and effectively use grain setting equipment and processes

apply techniques for handling materials safely and minimising gem stress during setting processes

produce various styles of grain setting, including pave’, thread and grain, and single stone bead setting.

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 and/or 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 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 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 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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills include:

selecting and preparing tools

identifying metals

identifying gem features

adjusting, sharpening and maintaining tools

preparing metals

securing gems

calculating required material size

securing the jewellery item to be set without inflicting damage

marking out and drilling the layout for the gem to be grain set

selecting the appropriate depth at which to countersink and form a bearing reflective of the gem height

seating the gem material level and straight in the bearing

securing the gem by raising two or more grains over the gem

using gravers to remove excess metal from around the gem to highlight the reflective properties of the gem

choosing the correct size beading tool and form the grains into beads over the gem

bright cutting the edges of the setting area using gravers to finish the setting work in accordance with industry standards

applying techniques for handling gems safely and minimising stress during setting processes

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

setting terminology

gem features and handling procedures

maintenance of tools

setting techniques, processes and procedures

working properties of gems

suitability of metal for carving and setting

essential characteristics of various styles of grain settings

various securing techniques for jewellery items to be set

spacing and layout techniques for pave’ setting

safe operation all workshop equipment used

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

OHS requirements

OHS requirements may include:

legislation

personal protective equipment

material safety management systems

hazardous substances and dangerous goods code

local safe operation procedures

awards provisions

Gem materials

Gem materials may include:

gemstones

round brilliant and baguette shaped stones

natural stones

modified and synthetics gems

faceted and cabochon cut gems in either calibrated or free-form shapes

gold

silver

platinum

cast and handmade alloys

Grain setting tools and equipment

Grain setting tools and equipment may include:

gravers

grinders

micro motors

polishing machines

sharpening stones and beading tools

setters wax/cement

jewellers burrs/drills

10X loupe or head set

emery paper

flat and half pliers

needle files

pocket knife

oil

blocks or dowels covered with setters cement

bench mate setters clamp

engravers vice

bench vice

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements may relate to:

liquid waste

solid waste

gas, fume, vapour, smoke emissions, including fugitive emissions, and dust

excessive energy and water use

excessive noise

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
Identify and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements for carrying out the tasks and for the work area 
Define the characteristics and purpose of grain in a setting 
Define the characteristics of pave’, thread and grain, and single stone bead set 
Plan grain setting procedure 
Obtain and prepare equipment for the task and make modifications as required for work 
Identify materials used and their essential characteristics 
Handle gems in a manner which ensures damage is prevented 

Forms

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