Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create a basic visual representation of objects or ideas. It does not relate to drawing as an art form.
It applies to individuals in any context where a basic sketch or drawing of objects, ideas or layouts is required.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements 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. Prepare for drawing | 1.1 Clarify purpose of drawings with appropriate people 1.2 Identify tools and materials required for basic drawing techniques 1.3 Select appropriate tools and materials for basic drawing techniques |
2. Produce basic drawings | 2.1 Apply a limited range of techniques to represent objects or ideas 2.2 Follow safety instructions when handling tools and materials 2.3 Seek feedback on drawings from relevant people and refine drawings as required |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
identify tools, materials and techniques required to produce drawings
use a range of basic drawing techniques to produce and refine drawings that represent objects or ideas.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
list materials and tools commonly used for drawing and explain how to use them safely
describe different types of drawing techniques.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to materials and tools used in drawing work.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 2.2 | Comprehends safe handling instructions for tools and materials |
Oral Communication | 1.1, 2.3 | Uses questioning and active listening techniques to confirm task purpose and seek feedback |
Navigate the world of work | 2.2 | Follows defined safety procedures when handling tools and materials |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 | Decides on tools, materials and techniques required to complete tasks, with the assistance of others |
Sectors
Visual communication – art, craft and design