The Evidence Guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
sound general knowledge of preservation techniques relevant to the collection/industry sector
understanding of conservation ethics and cultural protocols, including limitations on the scope of work to be undertaken
ability to use techniques competently and safely under the supervision of a conservator
Context of assessment and consistency of performance
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills in working on one or more items under the guidance of a conservator
Relationships to other units
It is strongly recommended that this unit be assessed with or after the following unit:
CULMS009A - Implement preventive conservation activities
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
assessment of cultural material on which the candidate has worked
direct observation of the candidate using techniques
case studies to assess ability to develop approaches for different preservation needs
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different techniques and procedures
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups [e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling].
Essential skills and knowledge
Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills:
distinction between preservation, conservation and restoration
basic preservation principles and methods
principles and methods for handling cultural material
available sources of appropriate expert advice
AICCM Code of Ethics and Code of Practice
copyright, moral rights and intellectual property legislation and issues that impact on conservation
cultural protocols that impact on conservation of cultural material, including those for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material
the role of a conservator and of a person working under the guidance of a conservator, including the scope of work undertaken by each and rationale for this
requirements for safe work and manual handling
formats and features of conservation plans, object condition reports
literacy skills sufficient to interpret conservation plans, research conservation information, document and report on condition of cultural material
Specific resource requirements
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
relevant policies and procedures manuals
cultural material
equipment, materials and tools used in basic preservation activities
Generic employability skills
The seven Key Competencies represent generic skills considered for effective work participation. The bracketed numbering against each of the Key Competencies indicates the performance level required in this unit.
Level (1) represents the competence to undertake tasks effectively
Level (2) represents the competence to manage tasks
Level (3) represents the competence to use concepts for evaluating and reshaping tasks.
How can communication of ideas and information be applied? - (2)
Reporting on collection condition to the conservator
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? - (2)
Analysing condition of collection
How are activities planned and organised? - (2)
Planning the order and approach to a given conservation activity
How can team work be applied? - (2)
Working as part of a team on a large project
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? - (2)
Assessing costs of conservation
How can problem solving skills be applied? - (2)
Assessing different ways of addressing deterioration
How can the use of technology be applied? - (1)
Using analytical tools to assess materials
The Evidence Guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It is essential for assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the assessment guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
sound general knowledge of preservation techniques relevant to the collection/industry sector
understanding of conservation ethics and cultural protocols, including limitations on the scope of work to be undertaken
ability to use techniques competently and safely under the supervision of a conservator
Context of assessment and consistency of performance
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills in working on one or more items under the guidance of a conservator
Relationships to other units
It is strongly recommended that this unit be assessed with or after the following unit:
CULMS009A - Implement preventive conservation activities
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
assessment of cultural material on which the candidate has worked
direct observation of the candidate using techniques
case studies to assess ability to develop approaches for different preservation needs
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different techniques and procedures
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups [e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling].
Essential skills and knowledge
Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills:
distinction between preservation, conservation and restoration
basic preservation principles and methods
principles and methods for handling cultural material
available sources of appropriate expert advice
AICCM Code of Ethics and Code of Practice
copyright, moral rights and intellectual property legislation and issues that impact on conservation
cultural protocols that impact on conservation of cultural material, including those for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material
the role of a conservator and of a person working under the guidance of a conservator, including the scope of work undertaken by each and rationale for this
requirements for safe work and manual handling
formats and features of conservation plans, object condition reports
literacy skills sufficient to interpret conservation plans, research conservation information, document and report on condition of cultural material
Specific resource requirements
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
relevant policies and procedures manuals
cultural material
equipment, materials and tools used in basic preservation activities
Generic employability skills
The seven Key Competencies represent generic skills considered for effective work participation. The bracketed numbering against each of the Key Competencies indicates the performance level required in this unit.
Level (1) represents the competence to undertake tasks effectively
Level (2) represents the competence to manage tasks
Level (3) represents the competence to use concepts for evaluating and reshaping tasks.
How can communication of ideas and information be applied? - (2)
Reporting on collection condition to the conservator
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? - (2)
Analysing condition of collection
How are activities planned and organised? - (2)
Planning the order and approach to a given conservation activity
How can team work be applied? - (2)
Working as part of a team on a large project
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? - (2)
Assessing costs of conservation
How can problem solving skills be applied? - (2)
Assessing different ways of addressing deterioration
How can the use of technology be applied? - (1)
Using analytical tools to assess materials