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Set up and produce hand-made box

Set up and produce hand-made box

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCF369C
State Code
D3063
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/08/2012
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
10/08/2012
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to make boxes by hand.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine dimensions and style of box
  • 1.1. Options for style and cost are discussed with client
  • 1.2. Dimensions of article to be contained are determined through measurement and/or job specifications
  • 1.3. Final job specifications are determined and confirmed with the client
2. Select materials
  • 2.1. Board weight, covering and lining materials are selected according to job specifications
  • 2.2. Grain direction is determined if relevant
3. Cut board, cover material and lining to size
  • 3.1. Board, cover material and lining are cut to correct size
  • 3.2. Board is scored to appropriate depth if necessary
  • 3.3. Waste is removed if applicable
  • 3.4. Lids are fitted if necessary to allow for the thickness of covering material
4. Fold and score corners (OR Element 5)
  • 4.1. Straight folds are made with corners at correct angles
  • 4.2. Corners are secured with reinforcing material if necessary
5. Glue and butt join (OR Element 4)
  • 5.1. Walls are set at correct angles to base
  • 5.2. Flush joins are made with adequate adhesion
6. Attach covering material and lining
  • 6.1. Corners are cut correctly according to job specifications
  • 6.2. Covering material and lining are fixed with adequate and smooth adhesion
  • 6.3. Material is rubbed smoothly into corners of box
7. Press box if necessary
  • 7.1. Block for pressing is made up as required
  • 7.2. Even pressure is applied to box sections
8. Decorate or furnish box if required
  • 8.1. Appropriate decorating techniques are used where relevant
  • 8.2. Appropriate furnishings (clasps, hinges) are attached if required
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Materials may include:
range of materials including board, paper, bookcloth, buckram.
Types of boxes may include:
range of boxes including loose lid, hinged lid, drop front, clamshell, book box, cruciform box, slip case, solander box.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 following is essential:
correctly set up and produce a hand-made box according to job specifications and within the production timeframe
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
produce TWO boxes in different styles and materials, at least ONE of which must have a lid, according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

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
D0326 ICPCF369B Set up and produce hand-made box Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN63 ICPCBF369 Set up and produce hand-made box Unit of competency