Elements and Performance Criteria

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, 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 on colour and colour theory may include:
anecdotal sources, personal observation
art and design work
books and magazines
characteristics of materials, for example paints, pigments
scientific texts
web-based resources
Experimentation may involve playing with:
application of light, for example in a theatrical context
colour attributes in hue, chroma, value
colour grading
colour models (emotional, physical and psychological effects of colour)
colour scales
colour schemes
effective colour relationships, for example harmonies and discords
Materials, tools and equipment may include:
air brushes
brushes
cardboard
digital equipment
fabrics/textiles/plastics
glue
gouache, watercolour, acrylic
hand tools
light sources/equipment
lighting gels
measuring tools
pastels, colour pencils, crayons
range of papers
receptacles
rulers
software
sponges
spray gun
Idea or concept to be communicated may relate to a huge range of activities such as:
advertising and promotion
artistic works
exhibitions or events
fashion designs
interactive digital media products
interior designs
jewellery design
lighting designs
object or product design
sign making
theatrical props, sets or scenic art
Samples may be:
colour wheels
colour swatches
constructed
digital output
drawn, painted, printed
photographs
sample boards
transitory, for example natural and artificial lighting effects

EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 following is essential:
effective use of colour to communicate a concept or idea
knowledge of colour theory, the effects of colour and its potential use in different contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to materials, resources and equipment needed to apply colour in the relevant work context.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of colour samples produced by the candidate to communicate a concept or idea
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of colour theory and use of colour by different practitioners.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.