Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to design plant displays in a wide range of locations and situations, buildings and structures. It applies to permanent, semi-permanent and temporary displays of plant life under a range of gardening, exhibition, visual merchandising, marketing and commercial leasing and hiring activities.
It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Develop the design concept plan | 1.1 Consult with client to establish the purpose and requirements of the design 1.2 Evaluate site or location for aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes 1.3 Determine timelines for display and incorporate into the plan 1.4 Clarify budget parameters for concept plan with client or manager 1.5 Develop concept plan using common horticultural conventions |
2. Ensure compliance with the design plan | 2.1 Present concept plan to client and negotiate agreement on design 2.2 Develop final design plan documentation 2.3 Inspect plants and display materials prior to installation to ensure they meet required quality standard 2.4 Inspect plant display to ensure compliance with design plan |
Evidence of Performance
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
develop maintenance programs
evaluate sites or locations to determine the effect of aesthetic, environmental and physical attributes on nature of display
research and analyse information about plant and materials specifications, cultural requirements and environmental requirements
consult with clients
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices of plant display design
characteristics of a range of plants used in plant displays
growth and maintenance requirements of plants in natural and artificial environments
horticultural conventions for design plans
plant selection
principles of design
processes and techniques for preparing, costing and documenting plans for plant displays
plants commonly used in plant displays
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Parks and gardens (PGD)