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Use typography techniques for design work
Use typography techniques for design work
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVCRS05B
CUVCRS05B
State Code
D1692
D1692
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/09/2008
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
18/09/2008
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use typography techniques for design work. It outlines how typography can be applied to a range of design contexts in response to a brief. It is a support unit for specialisations. The skills and knowledge are not restricted to a particular specialisation but apply across all specialisations depending on the work context. This work would usually be carried out independently, although guidance would be available if required.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret the brief for typographic work.
- 1.1 Correctly interpret the specifications of the brief.1.2 Determine client/designer's requirements for the brief.1.3 Determine and clarify parameters and/or constraints of the brief.1.4 Source reference material on typography pertinent to the brief.
2 Organise resources for typographic work.
- 2.1 Correctly identify the resources required for the development of typographic work, including work space, tools and equipment.2.2 Prepare and care for resources in accordance with safety requirements and organisational requirements.2.3 Follow storage and inventory procedures in accordance with organisational procedures.
3 Test and explore a range of techniques for typography.
- 3.1 Identify the attributes of a range of typefaces and their suitability for different purposes.3.2 Identify possible approaches to typography design and establish criteria for the selection of the final approach.3.3 Select appropriate materials, tools and equipment for the testing of approaches and techniques.3.4 Trial typography techniques that may meet the requirements of the brief.3.5 Evaluate trialling against selection criteria and select the preferred approach based on the requirements of the brief.
4 Produce typography.
- 4.1 Select and organise equipment, tools, materials and techniques for typographic work in accordance with the design approach.4.2 Develop the typographic work ensuring consistency with the selected approach and the brief.
5 Ensure quality of typographic product.
- 5.1 Check and monitor that typography conforms to brief, including grammar and technical production and/or printing requirements.5.2 Manage typographic work to facilitate effective storage, retrieval and output by manual or digital means.5.3 Identify constraints and requirements of specified reproduction or diffusion processes (for print or electronic submission) and take action accordingly.5.4 Present the work in accordance with the brief specifications.
audience
cost use
mediums
site
size.
describes and specifies the work to be completed
is usually prepared by a commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation.
audience/user limitations
availability to support services
cost of final production (including size, materials, tools and equipment required, specification costs)
fabrication costs.
Information
information on the main type groups
legal, ethical contractual and copyright considerations
market analysis and strategies
moral issues
new technology
the functions, practice and use of typeface in historical and contemporary contexts
the role of text (copy) in visual communication.
advertising/promotion for large or small scale projects e.g. billboards, banners, brochures
labelling
packaging
publishing.
consideration of health and safety issues including ergonomics
dry areas
lighting
process space specific needs, e.g. materials, tools and equipment
ventilation
wet areas.
access to materials, tools and equipment required for the typography
consistency with the brief for choice of typography
ease of production/outputting
personal affinity with materials, tools and equipment.
a range of drawing materials, e.g. pencils, pens, inks
a range of papers, board, plastics, plastic coated paper/board, textiles
binders and extenders
glues, fixatives, finishes, stains
watercolour, gouache.
appropriate software
brushes, spatulas
calligraphy pens
computer, scanner, printer
discs, CDs.
applying colour for specific effects
applying variations to the display of typeface, e.g. scale, bold, headlines, captions, titles
applying variations to the properties of a given typeface, which are
composing type with overlays and tints
kerning
positioning typeface and images
size, weight, serif/sanserif, slope
techniques which accentuate the message, e.g. use of white space, font type, font size and position, use of images
use of typesetting technology.
Workplace procedures may relate to such things as:
cost control
process specific procedures
recycling
reporting
safety
use of materials.
The concept may encompass:
aesthetic considerations
choice of medium and materials
design solutions
the parameters of the brief.
Managing the electronic type system involves:
the maintenance of type software and files to ensure an operative system.
Maintaining and storing materials, tools and equipment may involve:
removing debris
replacing protective covers and lids
washing and drying tools.
cost use
mediums
site
size.
describes and specifies the work to be completed
is usually prepared by a commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation.
audience/user limitations
availability to support services
cost of final production (including size, materials, tools and equipment required, specification costs)
fabrication costs.
Information
information on the main type groups
legal, ethical contractual and copyright considerations
market analysis and strategies
moral issues
new technology
the functions, practice and use of typeface in historical and contemporary contexts
the role of text (copy) in visual communication.
advertising/promotion for large or small scale projects e.g. billboards, banners, brochures
labelling
packaging
publishing.
consideration of health and safety issues including ergonomics
dry areas
lighting
process space specific needs, e.g. materials, tools and equipment
ventilation
wet areas.
access to materials, tools and equipment required for the typography
consistency with the brief for choice of typography
ease of production/outputting
personal affinity with materials, tools and equipment.
a range of drawing materials, e.g. pencils, pens, inks
a range of papers, board, plastics, plastic coated paper/board, textiles
binders and extenders
glues, fixatives, finishes, stains
watercolour, gouache.
appropriate software
brushes, spatulas
calligraphy pens
computer, scanner, printer
discs, CDs.
applying colour for specific effects
applying variations to the display of typeface, e.g. scale, bold, headlines, captions, titles
applying variations to the properties of a given typeface, which are
composing type with overlays and tints
kerning
positioning typeface and images
size, weight, serif/sanserif, slope
techniques which accentuate the message, e.g. use of white space, font type, font size and position, use of images
use of typesetting technology.
Workplace procedures may relate to such things as:
cost control
process specific procedures
recycling
reporting
safety
use of materials.
The concept may encompass:
aesthetic considerations
choice of medium and materials
design solutions
the parameters of the brief.
Managing the electronic type system involves:
the maintenance of type software and files to ensure an operative system.
Maintaining and storing materials, tools and equipment may involve:
removing debris
replacing protective covers and lids
washing and drying tools.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
application of typography consistent with concept and brief
production of typography that can be reproduced and transferred across design and pre-press sectors.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills using required equipment, tools and materials to produce typography for a specific brief
presence of time constraints that reflect industry practice and standards.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of typographic work in progress
evaluation of typography work produced by the candidate
questioning and discussion about candidate's intentions and the work outcome
verbal and written reports
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to produce typography.
It is highly recommended this unit be assessed in conjunction with the following unit:
CUVDES05B Interpret and respond to a brief and other units relating to graphic design.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
application of typography consistent with concept and brief
production of typography that can be reproduced and transferred across design and pre-press sectors.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills using required equipment, tools and materials to produce typography for a specific brief
presence of time constraints that reflect industry practice and standards.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of typographic work in progress
evaluation of typography work produced by the candidate
questioning and discussion about candidate's intentions and the work outcome
verbal and written reports
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment needed to produce typography.
It is highly recommended this unit be assessed in conjunction with the following unit:
CUVDES05B Interpret and respond to a brief and other units relating to graphic design.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6482 | CUVCRS05A | Use typography techniques for design work | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7662 | CUVGRD302A | Use typography techniques | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C618 | CUV40303 | Certificate IV in Design | Qualification |
| C624 | CUV30103 | Certificate III in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft | Qualification |