Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 12:08 AM AWST
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Source and apply design industry knowledge
Source and apply design industry knowledge
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBDES304A
BSBDES304A
State Code
D0662
D0662
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/11/2014
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
06/11/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source, apply and update a general knowledge of the design industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Source and apply information on the structure and operation of the design industry
- 1.1. Identify and access information on the design industry and professional design practice
- 1.2. Use and analyse knowledge of the design industry appropriately, to inform own design practice and work
2. Source and apply knowledge on employment obligations and opportunities that impact on designers
- 2.1. Obtain information on employment obligations and opportunities in the design industry
- 2.2. Apply knowledge of employment obligations and opportunities appropriately, within day-to-day work activities
3. Seek information on new design technology
- 3.1. Correctly identify sources of information on new technology affecting different areas of design practice
- 3.2. Investigate relevant technologies to assist effective work performance
4. Update industry knowledge
- 4.1. Identify and use a range of opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry and monitor current issues of concern to the industry
- 4.2. Share updated knowledge with colleagues and peer group as appropriate, and incorporate into day-to-day work activities
5. Apply information on ethical and legal work practices
- 5.1. Source information on ethical and legal work practices in the context of design
- 5.2. Share updated knowledge on ethical and legal work practice in day-to-day work activities
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.
Information on the design industry should relate to:
different sectors, and products and services available
economic and social significance of the industry
industry structure
prominent design practitioners, companies and practices
relationship between design and allied industries such as:
film, television, radio, digital media
journalism
manufacturing
music
photoimaging
retail
scientific/medical
sport
tourism
visual arts and craft
Employment obligations and opportunities may relate to:
best practice models
career opportunities
professional associations
roles, responsibilities and employment rights of contracted workers
unions and employer bodies
Information on new technology may relate to:
advances in technology and equipment
likely effects of new technology on current work practices and the structure of the industry
sources of technical advice and support
ways of upgrading skills to allow for the use of new technology
Opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry may relate to:
conferences, symposiums, workshops, master classes
discussions with industry practitioners and colleagues
exhibitions/events
expositions
industry associations and organisations
industry functions
industry journals
internet
media
personal observations and experience
policy and procedures manuals
reference manuals
seminars and other professional development opportunities
unions and other sources of industrial relations information
Issues of concern to the industry may be related to:
changing nature of the marketplace
convergence
government initiatives
industry expansion
labour issues
Information on ethical and legal work practices may relate to:
contracts
copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues
legal requirements
permits
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.
Information on the design industry should relate to:
different sectors, and products and services available
economic and social significance of the industry
industry structure
prominent design practitioners, companies and practices
relationship between design and allied industries such as:
film, television, radio, digital media
journalism
manufacturing
music
photoimaging
retail
scientific/medical
sport
tourism
visual arts and craft
Employment obligations and opportunities may relate to:
best practice models
career opportunities
professional associations
roles, responsibilities and employment rights of contracted workers
unions and employer bodies
Information on new technology may relate to:
advances in technology and equipment
likely effects of new technology on current work practices and the structure of the industry
sources of technical advice and support
ways of upgrading skills to allow for the use of new technology
Opportunities to update knowledge of the design industry may relate to:
conferences, symposiums, workshops, master classes
discussions with industry practitioners and colleagues
exhibitions/events
expositions
industry associations and organisations
industry functions
industry journals
internet
media
personal observations and experience
policy and procedures manuals
reference manuals
seminars and other professional development opportunities
unions and other sources of industrial relations information
Issues of concern to the industry may be related to:
changing nature of the marketplace
convergence
government initiatives
industry expansion
labour issues
Information on ethical and legal work practices may relate to:
contracts
copyright, moral rights and intellectual property issues
legal requirements
permits
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:
knowledge of the design industry, design as a profession and the relationship between design and other industries
application of industry knowledge to work activities, maximising effective performance
knowledge of ways to maintain currency in design industry trends and practice.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to sources of information on the design industry.
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
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different aspects of the design industry.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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:
knowledge of the design industry, design as a profession and the relationship between design and other industries
application of industry knowledge to work activities, maximising effective performance
knowledge of ways to maintain currency in design industry trends and practice.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to sources of information on the design industry.
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
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different aspects of the design industry.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6494 | CUVDSP01A | Source and apply design industry knowledge | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUJ59 | BSBDES304 | Source and apply design industry knowledge | Unit of competency |