Unit of competency Outline
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Manage furniture design
Manage furniture design
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFDN5006B
LMFDN5006B
State Code
W8504
W8504
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2008
Field of Education
100599 - Graphic And Design Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/09/2008
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit covers the competency to clarify and confirm design objectives and goals, and to resource and manage the design cycle of actions to the point where the outcomes are ready for acceptance for production purposes.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify design objectives and success factors
- 1.1. Information on design tasks is collected, analysed and maintained
- 1.2. Design workload is packaged into discrete, manageable design work units
- 1.3. Criteria for each design work unit are identified and key success factors and indicators are established
2. Plan the design activity
- 2.1. The scope of each design work unit is reviewed and personnel and material resource requirements identified
- 2.2. Design work units are programmed and scheduled in accordance with target achievement dates and resource constraints
- 2.3. The design work plan, including key success/ performance indicators, is processed and approved/agreed in accordance with enterprise procedures
3. Implement the design work plan
- 3.1. Resources, including human, material and equipment/ systems, are allocated to particular design work units and tasks
- 3.2. Designers are involved in finalising work preparations and processes, and in establishing key performance indicators
- 3.3. Coordination issues with supporting agencies and departments are resolved
- 3.4. Management responsibilities for removing inhibitors to achievements are satisfied
- 3.5. Progress reviews are carried out and support provided to the designers to maintain technical design standards and achievement targets
- 3.6. Design outcomes are prepared, finalised and certified as meeting the required specifications
- 3.7. Design outcomes are documented and processed for client acceptance
4. Monitor and respond to design performance
- 4.1. Performance targets are monitored to assess progress and to provide indicators as to target revision or other intervention response
- 4.2. Unsatisfactory performance is identified and prompt action is taken to rectify the situation
- 4.3. Mentoring/coaching is provided to support individuals/teams
- 4.4. Recommendations for variations to plans are negotiated and approved by the appropriate person/groups
- 4.5. Systems, procedures and records associated with documenting performance are managed in accordance with the enterprise requirements
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
Unit scope
The management of design involves clarification and confirmation of design objectives and goals, the resourcing and management of design activities and the processing of outcomes for acceptance by the client
Activities may include:
liaising with client and/or other functional areas
identifying constraints to the design or proposal requirements
compiling information
preparing/confirming proposal and terms/ conditions
Management involves planning, implementation and quality assurance and requires the application of human, material, systems and financial resources
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 statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OHS legislation, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations
Work requires individuals to demonstrate leadership and organisational abilities, sensitivity, judgement and problem solving skills
Workplace environment
The competency can refer to enterprise and client design ideas or requests
The competency is used independently within routine and non-routine situations
Information and procedures
Design workload requirements and specifications
Enterprise, corporate and business plans
Enterprise and design organisation budget and resourcing policy
Summaries of materials, labour and overhead costs
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
Unit scope
The management of design involves clarification and confirmation of design objectives and goals, the resourcing and management of design activities and the processing of outcomes for acceptance by the client
Activities may include:
liaising with client and/or other functional areas
identifying constraints to the design or proposal requirements
compiling information
preparing/confirming proposal and terms/ conditions
Management involves planning, implementation and quality assurance and requires the application of human, material, systems and financial resources
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 statutory requirements, organisation insurance requirements, OHS legislation, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations
Work requires individuals to demonstrate leadership and organisational abilities, sensitivity, judgement and problem solving skills
Workplace environment
The competency can refer to enterprise and client design ideas or requests
The competency is used independently within routine and non-routine situations
Information and procedures
Design workload requirements and specifications
Enterprise, corporate and business plans
Enterprise and design organisation budget and resourcing policy
Summaries of materials, labour and overhead costs
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
Locate, access and interpret relevant information
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Manage design within an enterprise, including:
identify design objectives and goals
plan design activities
implement the design work plan
monitor and respond to design performance
Communicate effectively with design team and customers
Maintain accurate records
Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated situations involving the management of design activities
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on work specifications, customer requirements and quality standards, organisation procedures and relevant safety procedures and regulations
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, evidence portfolios and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant workloads, staff, equipment, materials, 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
Locate, access and interpret relevant information
Apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
Manage design within an enterprise, including:
identify design objectives and goals
plan design activities
implement the design work plan
monitor and respond to design performance
Communicate effectively with design team and customers
Maintain accurate records
Resource implications
Access to real or appropriately simulated situations involving the management of design activities
This includes real or simulated work areas, materials, equipment, and information on work specifications, customer requirements and quality standards, organisation procedures and relevant safety procedures and regulations
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, evidence portfolios and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant workloads, staff, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2872 | LMFDN5006A | Manage furniture design | Unit of competency |
