Application
This unit of competency covers extending, developing and resolving complex spatial design problems to develop and refine a conceptual model and inform design work through experimentation with a range of spatial modelling techniques. It includes managing and organising resource requirements for new work and realising a fully resolved interior scheme through modelling.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Adapt and develop concepts as a result of design research | 1.1 | Criteria are established that are most likely to facilitate the achievement of the conceptual vision |
1.2 | Consultation is conducted with colleagues to develop conceptual thinking approaches | ||
1.3 | A range of spatial problems are examined to determine suitable approaches | ||
1.4 | Relevant ideas and approaches are researched, adapted and incorporated from other practitioners | ||
2 | Visualise design concepts using a range of modelling techniques | 2.1 | Capabilities of a range of 2-D conceptual notions are extended through 3-D modelling |
2.2 | The conceptual vision is refined based on ongoing experimentation using sophisticated modelling techniques | ||
2.3 | A sophisticated concept model appropriate to the brief is presented to the client and feedback evaluated | ||
3 | Manage and organise resource requirements for new work | 3.1 | Materials, tools, equipment and computer-aided design (CAD) applications are researched for the achievement of different 3-D effects |
3.2 | Resource requirements that arise from the use of techniques and experimental approaches are determined and organised for new work | ||
3.3 | Critical path is determined, projecting completion dates of each stage of the project | ||
4 | Develop extend and resolve spatial ideas through modelling | 4.1 | Experimentation is undertaken with a range of modelling techniques to explore and develop complex 3-D notions |
4.2 | Design elements and principles are applied and manipulated to assist in design development | ||
4.3 | Scale, volume and proportion are explored and manipulated as part of a design development process | ||
4.4 | A range of models are developed by hand or using CAD applications to revise and refine spatial ideas | ||
5 | Present a fully resolved interior space using sophisticated modelling techniques | 5.1 | Modelling technique is selected to meet the established criteria |
5.2 | Appropriate scale is selected to meet brief criteria | ||
5.3 | Resolved spatial ideas are accurately represented to scale | ||
5.4 | Materials and textures are accurately represented to scale | ||
5.5 | Construction, detailing and finishes are resolved and demonstrated through sophisticated modelling | ||
5.6 | Detailed model is presented to client and feedback evaluated | ||
Evidence of Performance
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Use, apply and experiment with modelling techniques to explore a design solution and apply individual creativity to modelling
Fully resolve a final design solution using modelling techniques effectively applying design elements and principles to models
Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, make calculations, estimate material requirements and cost work
Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems through models
Establish a personal work methodology
Visualise 2-D notions into 3-D space and form
Manipulate a range of relevant computer software programs
Display critical evaluation skills, creativity, innovation, research skills and independent thinking
Experiment in both the planning of projects and methods of execution
Present design ideas
Initiate new ideas and work techniques
Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage
Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity
Evidence of Knowledge
State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for modelling
Organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for modelling
Elements and principles of design including liveability and accessibility
Spatial concepts
Concept modelling techniques
Mass modelling techniques
Detailed modelling techniques
Model making techniques
3-D visualisation techniques, such as computer modelling
Features and uses of White models
Features and uses of Maquettes
Scale for design modelling
Proportion and proportioning systems
Structures in design contexts
Modular systems and repeats
Advanced 3-D geometry
Design process and progression of ideas
Environmental protection considerations for interior design
Established communication channels and protocols
Relevant problem identification and resolution techniques
Design communication techniques
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must:
hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors
have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification
be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.
Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to resolving complex spatial design problems through modelling.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. Detail on appropriate performance levels for each furnishing unit of competency in reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy utilising the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) are provided in the Furnishing Training Package Implementation Guide.
Range Statement
Specifies different 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. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. | |
Unit context includes: | work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements |
Spatial problems include: | voids apertures thresholds atriums vertical and horizontal circulation systems public spaces multi-level spaces mezzanines transitional spaces staircases ceiling planes |
Design elements and principles include: | balance similarity texture contrast size ground volume composition orientation form structure 2-D space position proportion 3-D space repetition scale line rhythm pattern point symmetry tone plane |
Sectors
Interior Decoration and Design