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

MSFGN2001 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Make measurements and calculations

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFGN2001 - Make measurements and calculations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers taking measurements and making calculations for furnishing tasks undertaken in a variety of sites and locations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to relevant measuring, calculating and recording equipment, quality standards and enterprise procedures.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Identify appropriate measurements and equipment
  • Appropriate measuring equipment for the task is selected
  • Measuring units to be used, and the detail required, is identified from work documents
  • Measuring equipment condition and calibration is checked to confirm it is fit for purpose
       
Element: Perform measurements
  • Range of results that may be obtained is estimated
  • Relevant external factors affecting measurement accuracy are identified and taken account of
  • Measurements are performed using appropriate techniques
  • Measurements are compared against the range of expected results
  • Numerical information is checked for accuracy and correctness
       
Element: Perform calculations
  • Measurement data to be used for calculations is identified from work instructions
  • Appropriate calculation methods and techniques and tools are determined
  • Calculations are carried out and results checked and confirmed as accurate
  • Material quantities are estimated using relevant standard packaging units
       
Element: Record measurements and calculations as required
  • Measuring and calculation results are accurately recorded in the appropriate format
  • Results are recorded to the required level of detail
       
Element: Recognise routine and non-routine problems
  • Known faults that can occur during measurement activity are recognised
  • Necessary action on causes of routine faults is identified and taken
  • Any problems are logged as required
  • Non-routine problems are identified and reported to designated person
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify appropriate measurements and equipment

1.1

Appropriate measuring equipment for the task is selected

1.2

Measuring units to be used, and the detail required, is identified from work documents

1.3

Measuring equipment condition and calibration is checked to confirm it is fit for purpose

2

Perform measurements

2.1

Range of results that may be obtained is estimated

2.2

Relevant external factors affecting measurement accuracy are identified and taken account of

2.3

Measurements are performed using appropriate techniques

2.4

Measurements are compared against the range of expected results

2.5

Numerical information is checked for accuracy and correctness

3

Perform calculations

3.1

Measurement data to be used for calculations is identified from work instructions

3.2

Appropriate calculation methods and techniques and tools are determined

3.3

Calculations are carried out and results checked and confirmed as accurate

3.4

Material quantities are estimated using relevant standard packaging units

4

Record measurements and calculations as required

4.1

Measuring and calculation results are accurately recorded in the appropriate format

4.2

Results are recorded to the required level of detail

5

Recognise routine and non-routine problems

5.1

Known faults that can occur during measurement activity are recognised

5.2

Necessary action on causes of routine faults is identified and taken

5.3

Any problems are logged as required

5.4

Non-routine problems are identified and reported to designated person

Interpret work documents correctly

Plan and organise activities, including selecting and checking appropriate measuring equipment

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate material quantities and spatial size

Use a range of measuring, calculating and recording devices

Record results accurately

Perform calculations accurately and check results

Work from specific project plans or briefs, determine and cost the material quantities for a minimum of three (3) different furnishing projects

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

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

Purpose and techniques for using measuring and calculating equipment

Mathematical principles for making basic calculations

Work documentation for instructions and recording

Requirements for minimising damage to materials and completed products while undertaking measurement

Requirements of working with others in a team

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Identify appropriate measurements and equipment

1.1

Appropriate measuring equipment for the task is selected

1.2

Measuring units to be used, and the detail required, is identified from work documents

1.3

Measuring equipment condition and calibration is checked to confirm it is fit for purpose

2

Perform measurements

2.1

Range of results that may be obtained is estimated

2.2

Relevant external factors affecting measurement accuracy are identified and taken account of

2.3

Measurements are performed using appropriate techniques

2.4

Measurements are compared against the range of expected results

2.5

Numerical information is checked for accuracy and correctness

3

Perform calculations

3.1

Measurement data to be used for calculations is identified from work instructions

3.2

Appropriate calculation methods and techniques and tools are determined

3.3

Calculations are carried out and results checked and confirmed as accurate

3.4

Material quantities are estimated using relevant standard packaging units

4

Record measurements and calculations as required

4.1

Measuring and calculation results are accurately recorded in the appropriate format

4.2

Results are recorded to the required level of detail

5

Recognise routine and non-routine problems

5.1

Known faults that can occur during measurement activity are recognised

5.2

Necessary action on causes of routine faults is identified and taken

5.3

Any problems are logged as required

5.4

Non-routine problems are identified and reported to designated person

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:

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

Measuring and calculating equipment include:

rules

tapes measures

squares

callipers

weighing scales

calculators

computers

laser or equivalent technology

Measurements include:

quantities of materials

size, weight and volume of materials

dimensions of products and components

size and volumes of installation spaces

plans for cutting, drilling and shaping materials

placement of templates and production sizing

use of analogue, dial, scale and digital readouts

Calculations include:

area

perimeter

volume

mass

scales and ratios (ingredients/elements and triangulation)

addition

subtraction

multiplication

division

percentages

staff and other business costs

Materials include:

furniture (timber and composites)

resilient, woven and timber flooring materials

soft furnishing items

liquids used in furnishing manufacture and installation

glass

components (outputs of production processes)

Routine and non-routine problems include:

measuring instrument not fit for use (e.g. not within calibration)

appropriate measuring device not available

deviations from normal range of measurement readings

effect of temperature and humidity on material properties

uneven and irregular shaped surfaces

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

standard unit packaging of furnishing materials

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

work documents and logs are to include hard copy and computerised versions

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
Appropriate measuring equipment for the task is selected 
Measuring units to be used, and the detail required, is identified from work documents 
Measuring equipment condition and calibration is checked to confirm it is fit for purpose 
Range of results that may be obtained is estimated 
Relevant external factors affecting measurement accuracy are identified and taken account of 
Measurements are performed using appropriate techniques 
Measurements are compared against the range of expected results 
Numerical information is checked for accuracy and correctness 
Measurement data to be used for calculations is identified from work instructions 
Appropriate calculation methods and techniques and tools are determined 
Calculations are carried out and results checked and confirmed as accurate 
Material quantities are estimated using relevant standard packaging units 
Measuring and calculation results are accurately recorded in the appropriate format 
Results are recorded to the required level of detail 
Known faults that can occur during measurement activity are recognised 
Necessary action on causes of routine faults is identified and taken 
Any problems are logged as required 
Non-routine problems are identified and reported to designated person 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSFGN2001 - Make measurements and calculations
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