Unit of competency Outline
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Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs
Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAGRD516
CUAGRD516
State Code
ODK14
ODK14
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
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop an industry focus for graphic design practice and to adapt that practice to meet current and emerging industry opportunities. It involves engaging with professional networks and researching policies and requirements in the graphic design industry.The unit applies to those who are developing a graphic design practice that responds to different graphic design industry needs.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop an industry focus for design practice
- 1.1 Establish the range of current and potential professional opportunities for graphic design practice
- 1.2 Determine keyprofessional relationships for graphic designers
- 1.3 Evaluate graphic design business practices
- 1.4 Engage with industry networks and sources to acquire connections for professional practice
2. Address key legal and safety requirements for graphic design practice
- 2.1 Evaluate key legal considerations for graphic design practice
- 2.2 Build safe work practices into all graphic design work according to legislation and standards
- 2.3 Interpret and adhere to intellectual property requirements in graphic design practice
3. Research and evaluate graphic design trends
- 3.1 Research information on local and globalgraphic design trendsusingformal and informal research strategies
- 3.2 Assess industry trends in graphic design
- 3.3 Evaluate connections between graphic design and other professions and industries
4. Develop skills to meet trends
- 4.1 Analyse the impact of current and emerging trends on the skills needed by graphic designers
- 4.2 Take action to address the need for own skills development
5. Develop own response to changing trends and technologies
- 5.1 Compare graphic design trends to own graphic design work
- 5.2 Analyse creative or commercial opportunities presented by emerging trends
- 5.3 Use networking and professional development opportunities to identify and respond to industry trends
- 5.4 Refine approaches to work in response to current and emerging trends
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWI91 | CUAGRD506 | Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOF9 | CUA50725 | Diploma of Graphic Design | Qualification |
| BGU2 | CUA50720 | Diploma of Graphic Design | Qualification |