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Produce glasswork

Produce glasswork

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAGLA301
State Code
AWJ06
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100305 - Crafts
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to explore and use a range of combined techniques to produce finished glass objects from design concepts which are reviewed and adjusted during the work in progress.It applies to individuals who are still developing their expertise in design and technique. They work under supervision but have some independence and use discretion and judgement within defined guidelines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan glassworking through exploration
  • 1.1 Explore ideas and techniques for own glass objects in consultation with key people as required
  • 1.2 Review historical and contemporary glassworking practice as a potential source of ideas
  • 1.3 Clarify and confirm ideas for glass objects based on exploration, discussion and consideration of intellectual property requirements
  • 1.4 Assess capabilities of glassworking techniques through practice and systematic testing and adaption on samples, practice pieces or a work in progress
  • 1.5 Select techniques that best support ideas for own work
2. Prepare, maintain and store glassworking resources
  • 2.1 Calculate, select and organise type and quantity of glassworking equipment, tools and materials based on the needs of the chosen work
  • 2.2 Prepare, maintain and dispose of equipment, tools and materials according to workplace safety and sustainability requirements
  • 2.3 Clean and store equipment, tools and materials according to specific needs of different items
3. Create finished glasswork
  • 3.1 Use and adapt combined glassworking techniques to create desired effects, considering and applying elements and principles of design
  • 3.2 Review work in progress and make adjustments, as required, to produce final work
  • 3.3 Handle equipment, tools and materials safely and minimise waste throughout all processes
  • 3.4 Add value to current and future work process by documenting the work progress
  • 3.5 Liaise with others to obtain and consider feedback on technical proficiency of work and success in communicating ideas
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7656 CUVGLA301A Produce glasswork Unit of competency