Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 5:00 AM AWST
22/07/2026 5:00 AM AWST
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Source and apply design industry knowledge
Source and apply design industry knowledge
Unit of competency
National Code
CUADES304
CUADES304
State Code
ODE96
ODE96
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to source, apply and update general knowledge of the design industry based on problem solving, aesthetics, materials and processes appropriately used within the design industry. It involves researching information on different features of the industry, applying it to one’s own work practice, and remaining up-to-date on industry practices. It applies to individuals who work under supervision and support the professional design process such as evaluating the nature of design.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Source and apply information on the structure and operation of design industry
- 1.1 Identify and analyse information on the design industry and professional design practice
- 1.2 Inform own design practice and work using knowledge of the design industry
- 1.3 Obtain information on employment obligations and opportunities in the design industry
- 1.4 Apply knowledge of employment obligations and opportunities within daytoday work activities
2. Seek information on new design technology
- 2.1 Identify sources of information on new technology affecting different areas of design practice
- 2.2 Investigate applicable technologies to assist required work performance
3. Update industry knowledge
- 3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry and monitor current issues of concern to the industry
- 3.2 Share updated knowledge with colleagues and peer group as required, and incorporate into daytoday work activities
4. Apply information on ethical and legal work practices
- 4.1 Source information on ethical and legal work practices in the context of design
- 4.2 Share updated knowledge on ethical and legal work practice in daytoday work activities
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUJ59 | BSBDES304 | Source and apply design industry knowledge | Unit of competency |