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Use ideas and techniques for creative work

Use ideas and techniques for creative work

Unit of competency
National Code
CUVPRP101A
State Code
S7737
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/10/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/01/2012
Field of Education
100399 - Visual Arts And Crafts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
06/01/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes skills and knowledge required to find ideas and use artistic techniques in creative work. The unit reflects an introductory level integrated creative process, where ideas and practical application come together for the production of work.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Find ideas
  • 1.1 Identify and collect information about ideas for creative work
  • 1.2 Organise information in a way that helps the development of ideas
  • 1.3 Review information and draw out ideas for creative work with assistance from key people
  • 1.4 Select ideas based on information reviewed with assistance from others as required
2. Prepare for creative work
  • 2.1 Prepare resources according to relevant procedures and safety requirements under supervision from others
  • 2.2 Check work space for cleanliness and safety
  • 2.3 Store resources according to relevant procedures and safety requirements
3. Apply creative techniques
  • 3.1 Identify and follow steps required to develop creative work
  • 3.2 Use tools and materials safely to develop creative work
  • 3.3 Seek feedback and help from key people
  • 3.4 Apply feedback to future work
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.

Information may include:
books and magazines
family stories
film
man-made environment
music, film and video
myths and legends, including religious
natural environment
oral history
personal interests
photographs and other artworks
theatre.
Creative work may be:
aural
design in response to a particular need
oral
performance
visual art or craft.
Ways to organise may involve:
developing a visual diary
filing
scrapbooking images
writing.
Key people may include:
Elders
mentors
more experienced artists
supervisors
teachers.
Resources may include:
equipment
materials
tools.
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 ability to:
find ideas for creative work through a process of collecting, organising and reviewing information
apply techniques using tools and materials safely to develop creative work
seek feedback and help from key persons.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
appropriate resources to apply techniques for creative work, such as tools, equipment and materials.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods may be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate using techniques
questioning and discussion about the candidate’s intentions and work outcome
review of work produced by the candidate
review of portfolios of evidence
review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1679 CUVCOR01B Source concept for own work Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH38 CUAPPR101 Use ideas and techniques to develop creative work Unit of competency