Unit of competency Outline
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Develop and apply heraldic designs for hand engraving
Develop and apply heraldic designs for hand engraving
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM19049
MEM19049
State Code
OEX13
OEX13
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
100307 - Jewellery Making
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to engrave complex heraldic designs and layouts onto metal surfaces to meet client requirements. Engraving includes heraldic designs, such as College of Arms, crests, coats of arms and flag designs.This unit applies to individuals involved in jewellery design or manufacture in a small or large-scale production context. They use and adapt creative and technical skills and knowledge to produce work.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 2
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
- 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
- 1.3 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
- 1.4 Determine client requirements for application of the heraldic design onto the metal surface
2. Develop heraldic designs
- 2.1 Plan the layout for the heraldic design according to predetermined dimensions and client requirements
- 2.2 Use computer-based tools to explore and develop heraldic designs for hand engraving
3. Mark out layout of heraldic designs to be engraved
- 3.1 Identify and use techniques to reduce or enlarge designs to predetermined dimensions according to client requirements
- 3.2 Mark out heraldic layouts on metal surfaces to be engraved using predetermined reference or datum points
4. Perform hand engraving of heraldic designs
- 4.1 Perform heraldic crest hand engraving to predetermined stipulations and dimensions
- 4.2 Perform work in a manner that minimises waste and complies with environmental requirements
5. Finish work
- 5.1 Check jewellery piece against quality and client requirements and rectify any deficiencies
- 5.2 Clean item and prepare for presentation to client
- 5.3 Clean up and maintain production environment and equipment in accordance with SOPs
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S8090 | MEM19049A | Develop and apply heraldic designs for hand engraving | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIW8 | MEM40322 | Certificate IV in Advanced Jewellery Manufacture | Qualification |