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Make prop furniture

Make prop furniture

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPRP414
State Code
ODH07
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
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to make a range of prop furniture. The unit relates to the construction of furniture for use in a theatrical or event context and does not cover general furniture construction skills, which are found in MSF Furnishing Training Package.The unit applies to those who work autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for ensuring that prop furniture meets the creative requirements of productions. They may be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for prop furniture construction
  • 1.1 Confirm prop furniture construction requirements with required personnel
  • 1.2 Discuss factors that impact on the type of prop furniture required and plan accordingly
  • 1.3 Analyse how items are to be used and decide most appropriate construction technique
  • 1.4 Consider budget and other constraints when making decisions about constructing prop furniture
  • 1.5 Prepare tools, equipment and materials according to construction plans
  • 1.6 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible
2. Make prop furniture items
  • 2.1 Create prop furniture items by following construction plans
  • 2.2 Confirm requirements are met through active participation in discussion with required personnel
  • 2.3 Construct prop furniture using the selected media, construction techniques and finishes
3. Complete prop furniture construction
  • 3.1 Check furniture in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for production requirements
  • 3.2 Prepare items in readiness for finishing, according to production requirements
  • 3.3 Follow safety procedures during the construction process and update documentation as required
  • 3.4 Improve own work performance through evaluation of the construction process
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI170 CUAPRP404 Make prop furniture Unit of competency