Any person working with the design process in a visual communication context applies the skills and knowledge in this unit.
At this level, work would be undertaken independently, with supervision and guidance as required.
Not applicable.
1. Research information on colour theory and design processes | 1.1 Identify and access relevant sources of information on colour theory and design processes 1.2 Research historical and contemporary approaches to colour and design in the context of the work project 1.2 Evaluate information with consideration of how colour and design issues may be integrated into the design process |
2. Communicate ideas through the application of colour and design theory | 2.1 Select, combine and explore materials, tools and equipment to determine ways in which colour theory and design processes may be integrated 2.2 Explore and develop new ideas through a process of experimentation 2.3 Achieve solutions by working with the fundamental elements and principles of design and different aspects of colour |
3. Evaluate design work | 3.1 Reflect on own application of design process and success in communicating concepts and ideas 3.2 Identify areas for future improvement, especially in terms of own skill development 3.3 Communicate about completed work with others and respond positively to feedback |
Required skills
communication skills to present and discuss ideas about design
critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate information from a wide range of sources in order to develop design ideas
initiative and enterprise skills to consider new and different ways of achieving required design outcomes
literacy skills to interpret information about design and colour from a range of sources
problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical and conceptual design issues
numeracy skills to use numerical aspects of software programs
self-management skills to plan and coordinate own work
technology skills to use the internet as a research tool.
Required knowledge
awareness of the notion of individual interpretation and choice within the design process, including the potential limitations of sticking too closely to theory
ways in which colour theory and design processes can be explored and combined to meet the needs of a brief
materials, tools and equipment required for the production of samples that integrate colour theory and design processes
how other artists and designers have applied colour theory and design processes
intellectual property issues and legislation and their impact on aspects of design
role and nature of a brief within the design process, including different types of briefs and how designers use them
sustainability considerations for the design process in the relevant context
OHS procedures relevant to design context.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Evidence of the ability to: solve design challenges through the application of colour theory and design processes apply knowledge of the ways in which colour theory and design processes may be used in the production of design or artwork. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Assessment must ensure access to: tools, materials and equipment used in the design process in the relevant context. |
Method of assessment | Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include: evaluation of processes used by the candidate to solve design challenges evaluation of a candidate’s visual diary or other forms of documentation showing the development of the designs questioning and discussion about candidate’s intentions and the work outcome review of portfolios of evidence review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners. Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) 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). |
Guidance information for assessment | Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Sources of information may include: | art and design work books and magazines manufactured structures natural and architectural forms optics personal observation scientific texts software programs. |
Materials may include: | clays and plaster drawing media and implements hard materials, such as: metal stone wood fabrics and textiles fixing agents and mechanisms paints and inks papers and cardboard |
Tools and equipment may include: | air guns and brushes clamps cutting blades digital equipment hand tools light sources pens and nibs receptacles rulers scissors spatulas sponges. |
Elements and principles of design relate to: | alignment balance coherence colour composition contrast direction dominance emphasis form line movement negative and positive space pattern proportion proximity repetition rhythm shape simplicity and complexity subordination texture unity. |
Aspects of colour may relate to: | addition and subtraction chroma colour mix complementary colours desaturation high key intensity low key saturation temperature transparency value. |
Visual communication – art, craft and design
This unit contains employability skills.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.