Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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23/07/2026 6:16 AM AWST
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Work within a furniture design team
Work within a furniture design team
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFDN4005B
LMFDN4005B
State Code
W8502
W8502
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2008
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
30/09/2008
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit covers the competency to research, develop and present design and development proposals and document outcomes and proposals within a multi-disciplinary enterprise team environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret design brief
- 1.1. Design parameters are clarified, in consultation with designer, sales team, management and/or client where required
- 1.2. A strategy plan and/or critical path plan is developed when required
- 1.3. Constraints are identified and taken into account when clarifying the brief
2. Research relevant information
- 2.1. Trends in materials are researched for performance, aesthetics, care/maintenance requirements and suitability to project or design
- 2.2. Trends and new technology are researched, where appropriate
- 2.3. Client priorities are clarified, including cost, performance, aesthetics and availability
- 2.4. Technical requirements associated with production are assessed, within specified guidelines
- 2.5. Any additional expertise required for the project is identified
3. Contribute to design concepts
- 3.1. Preliminary concepts are worked out in conjunction with others to identify possibilities
- 3.2. Design concept is developed through predetermined criteria such as ergonomics, materials, colour, properties and end application
- 3.3. Ideas are contributed and discussed with team members
- 3.4. Relevant support materials and explanations are developed and refined in conjunction with members of the design team
4. Contribute to the presentation of design/product
- 4.1. Roles of self and others for the presentation meeting are determined
- 4.2. Presentation of design or product is carried out in a manner which promotes the design's acceptance/approval
5. Maintain records
- 5.1. Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Unit scope
This unit covers the work involved in contributing to the activities of a design team in developing concepts and for designing products in furniture sector enterprises.
The competencies may involve:
applications associated with an original design
adaptation of designs
interpretation of sketches
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, authorised handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving skills
Workplace environment
The competencies can refer to enterprise and client initiated ideas or requests
The competency is applied under general guidance on progress and outcomes
Size and work organisation within the enterprise will also determine the range of interaction with other areas/personnel, eg:
pattern maker
sample hand/machinist
marketing/sales
management
customer
Information and procedures
Product catalogues, style manuals or equivalent
Enterprise business plans and products
Work specifications
Customer requirements
Design brief
Organisation work procedures
Legislation, regulations and industry codes of practice relevant to the product
Quality and Australian standards and procedures
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Unit scope
This unit covers the work involved in contributing to the activities of a design team in developing concepts and for designing products in furniture sector enterprises.
The competencies may involve:
applications associated with an original design
adaptation of designs
interpretation of sketches
Unit context
OHS requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods codes and safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, authorised handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate conceptual and analytical ability, discretion, judgement and problem solving skills
Workplace environment
The competencies can refer to enterprise and client initiated ideas or requests
The competency is applied under general guidance on progress and outcomes
Size and work organisation within the enterprise will also determine the range of interaction with other areas/personnel, eg:
pattern maker
sample hand/machinist
marketing/sales
management
customer
Information and procedures
Product catalogues, style manuals or equivalent
Enterprise business plans and products
Work specifications
Customer requirements
Design brief
Organisation work procedures
Legislation, regulations and industry codes of practice relevant to the product
Quality and Australian standards and procedures
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Identify requirements of task and organise work to achieve goals and results
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Research information and share it with others in the team
Contribute to the design of products through discussion
Encourage excellence in performance of team/group members
Suggest improvements to design activities and, where authorised, negotiate changes
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace cultures and environment
Work effectively with others
Resource implications
Design development team, design concepts and access to R&D agencies/capabilities.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency, or the potential for consistency, of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of work, portfolio evidence and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be conducted over time and in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated workplace facility with relevant equipment, simulated work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the relevant Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence
Identify requirements of task and organise work to achieve goals and results
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Research information and share it with others in the team
Contribute to the design of products through discussion
Encourage excellence in performance of team/group members
Suggest improvements to design activities and, where authorised, negotiate changes
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace cultures and environment
Work effectively with others
Resource implications
Design development team, design concepts and access to R&D agencies/capabilities.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency, or the potential for consistency, of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of work, portfolio evidence and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment may be conducted over time and in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a simulated workplace facility with relevant equipment, simulated work instructions and deadlines.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI280 | MSFDN4005 | Work within a furniture design team | Unit of competency |
