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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to construct jewellery components or single-piece items of basic design. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both. Where assessment occurs off the job, i.e. the candidate is not in productive work, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with constructing jewellery components or items or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

identifying component type, design, material type and specifications from verbal/written instructions, jewellery illustrations and samples

identifying transfer method from work instruction

selecting transfer materials, tools and equipment

identifying required techniques/methods and steps

selecting and using tools and equipment for forming, joining and finishing

cutting, rolling and shaping to correct size/thickness

transcribing markings clearly and accurately onto work piece or template

adhering templates to work pieces

transferring design to optimise use of material

minimising filing and finishing requirements

following design markings

filing, emery finishing pattern/blank

folding, bending, curving, dapping etc. as required

achieving correct symmetry, angle, shape

correctly aligning joins

removing excess materials by filing, emery etc.

undertaking re-forming adjustments if necessary to achieve specifications

removing scratches, scribe marks and other markings by file, emery etc. to a fine emery finish

polishing item according to standard operating procedure

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

metal types, applications and properties

jewellery items and components

methods and tools for transferring designs

selection of blades, drills and files

techniques and methods for forming and finishing components/single piece

tools and equipment for forming and finishing

polishing techniques

safe operation of equipment

use and application of personal protective equipment

safe work practices and procedures

relevant hazards and control measures related to the competency

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.

Components/items

Components or single-piece items of basic design

Design requirements

Instructions from supervisor/management, job packet

Forming methods

Cutting, folding, bending, curving, dapping

Joining methods

Primarily by brazing/silver soldering but may include other methods such as riveting

Finishing processes

Filing, emery finishing, basic polishing

Transfer design

Transfer direct to work piece using permanent pen, scriber, freehand and/or by compass, dividers, chinagraph pencil, carbon paper tracing or drawn/copied to template and adhered to work piece

Tools and equipment

Compass, dividers, rules, squares, spring gauges, vernier calipers, piercing saw, files, drill press/pedestal drill, polishing equipment and compounds, ultrasonic cleaner