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Refine sculptural techniques

Refine sculptural techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASCU511
State Code
ODG36
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100301 - Fine Arts
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, select and experiment with a broad range of sculptural techniques to refine and apply to individual sculptural work.The unit applies to highly skilled visual artists who integrate the use of those different techniques explored, to realise a coherent body of creative work which usually includes the creation of three-dimensional (3-D) sculptural forms. They work with a high level of independence seeking mentoring and guidance as required.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Research sculptural ideas and techniques
  • 1.1 Expand knowledge of historical and contemporary sculpture using credible information sources
  • 1.2 Investigate how different technical effects are achieved through particular sculptural techniques
  • 1.3 Evaluate the relationships between sculptural techniques and design ideas
  • 1.4 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches and comply with intellectual property requirements
2. Select sculptural techniques for refinement
  • 2.1 Evaluate creative and professional opportunities offered by different sculptural techniques
  • 2.2 Identify and assess limitations and constraints of sculptural techniques
  • 2.3 Select a broad range of sculptural techniques for refinement
3. Determine safety requirements for sculptural work
  • 3.1 Investigate safety issues associated with sculptural work
  • 3.2 Set up work space, equipment, tools and materials according to safety requirements
  • 3.3 Establish and follow safe work practices
  • 3.4 Monitor key safety issues during production of the work
4. Consolidate sculptural technique to professional level
  • 4.1 Develop confidence and skill through practice and experimentation of chosen sculptural techniques
  • 4.2 Identify and resolve technical problems in sculptural projects based on developing expertise
  • 4.3 Employ creative thinking techniques to encourage new and unpredictable ideas to emerge
  • 4.4 Evolve ideas and other professional skills through ongoing experimentation with technique
  • 4.5 Create individual style by developing own ways of working with new and existing sculptural techniques
  • 4.6 Create a coherent body of sculptural work that shows command of selected sculptural techniques
5. Evaluate own sculptural technique
  • 5.1 Evaluate development of own technique with others and seek feedback
  • 5.2 Participate in professional discussions that challenge and explore different concepts and approaches
  • 5.3 Evaluate ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own artwork
  • 5.4 Identify ways to further develop technique as part of professional practice and build ideas into future work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG90 CUASCU501 Refine sculptural techniques Unit of competency