Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Determine model and prototype requirements

1.1 Workplace requirements for the development of conceptual models and prototypes are confirmed

1.2 Instructions and plans are interpreted to identify processes and materials needed to undertake the work

1.3 Client requirements for model and prototype are confirmed with relevant personnel

1.4 Approval is sought for the proposed development or modifications to conceptual model and prototype

2. Plan model and prototype-making activities

2.1 Steps involved in the development or modification of the model and prototype are identified

2.2 Fabrication and machining processes and instructions are determined

2.3 Timetable, resource requirements, personnel, and purchase and supply schedule are confirmed

2.4 Approved plan is communicated to relevant personnel

3. Prepare tools and equipment

3.1 Required tools and equipment to construct or modify the model or prototype are selected and prepared for use

3.2 Necessary materials and components are obtained according to design requirements

4. Produce conceptual model and prototype

4.1 Model and prototypes are designed according to design plans and specifications

4.2 Model and prototypes are fabricated and constructed according to plans and specifications

4.3 Completed model and prototypes are compared to specification and modified as required

5. Test and modify model and prototype

5.1 Model and prototypes are tested and checked against project objectives, design specifications and workplace standards

5.2 Test results are analysed and action is taken where required to modify the model and prototypes

5.3 Outcomes of development process and associated testing are documented and referred to relevant personnel

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

interpret instructions and plans, regulations, standards, codes of practice, fabrication, equipment processes, work practices and workplace procedures relevant to developing conceptual models and prototypes.

Writing skills to:

develop model and prototype plan.

Oral communication skills to:

discuss and clarify project plan with relevant personnel, communicating complex relationships between ideas and information in a style appropriate to audience and purpose

discuss timetable, resource and personnel requirements with relevant personnel.

Numeracy skills to:

calculate budgets and costs

calculate material requirements

operate measuring tools and equipment.

Digital literacy skills to:

use computers and computer software, such as email, databases, spread sheets and word processing, to convey ideas, tests and reports

use computerised equipment for model and prototype development and shaping.

Planning and organising skills to:

set up processes and procedures to ensure that timelines and budgets are managed

develop or modify conceptual models and prototypes.

This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Workplace requirements must include:

equipment use

quality and continuous improvement processes

recording and reporting guidelines

work health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to the development of models and prototypes.

Models and prototypes must be:

formed using metal, plastics, clay, fibre glass, wood, foam, and other suitable material

shaped through the development and use of moulds, templates, carving and computerised shaping equipment on material.

Instructions must include:

job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs

manufacturer instructions

workplace procedures relating to the development of prototypes.