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Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design
Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVDSP15B
CUVDSP15B
State Code
D1705
D1705
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/09/2008
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
18/09/2008
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and apply techniques for application to spatial design. As this unit is introductory in nature, the outcome is most likely to be a model or maquette for a spatial design or the construction of an aspect of the overall design. It may be the design and realisation of the complete design for a small scale project. This is a specialisation unit and refers to a specific design form. This work requires some guidance.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret the brief for the spatial design.
- 1.1 Correctly interpret the specifications of the brief.1.2 Determine the user or client for the proposed design to inform design decisions.1.3 Clarify specifications, parameters or constraints of the brief in consultation with relevant colleagues.1.4 Source and evaluate informationpertinent to the brief.
2 Organise resources for spatial design.
- 2.1 Correctly identify the resources required for the design, including work space, tools and equipment.2.2 Prepare and care for resources in accordance with safety requirements and organisational requirements. 2.3 Follow storage and inventory procedures in accordance with organisational procedures.
3 Test design approaches for spatial design.
- 3.1 Produce a preliminary visual representation of the brief.3.2 Identify possible approaches to the design and establish criteria for the selection of the final approach.3.3 Select appropriate tools and equipment for the testing of approaches and techniques.3.4 Test and experiment with a range of techniques and materials which might meet the requirements of the brief.3.5 Evaluate testingprocesses against selection criteria and select the preferred approach based on the requirements of the brief.3.6 Refine and accurately document the design approach based on testing processes.
4 Fabricate a model or aspect of the design.
- 4.1 Evaluate the need for fabrication and the scope of work required.4.2 Select and organise materials, tools and techniques for fabrication in accordance with the design approach.4.3 Safely make the model or maquette ensuring consistency with the selected approach and the brief.4.4 Present the work in accordance with the brief specifications.
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.
The brief:
describes and specifies the work to be completed
is usually prepared by commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation
may be written, diagrammatic, visual, verbal.
The spatial design work may include:
exhibition design
fit-outs for exterior spaces or environments
foyer design
installation for specific event
office fit-outs
set design.
Specifications would be articulated in the brief and may refer to:
client needs
dimensions
purpose
style.
Parametersor constraints may refer to:
cost
legal, contractual, ethical and copyright considerations
material characteristics
technology
timeframe.
Information pertinent to the brief may be about:
client's organisational background
health and safety considerations
legal, contractual, ethical and copyright considerations
style considerations
subject matter.
Workspace needs may include:
drafting table
electronic equipment
lighting and power requirements
process-specific space needs.
Tools and equipment may include:
brushes, containers
camera, scanner
computer
hand tools
ladders
lighting equipment
power tools
printer
relevant software.
Safety requirements are in accordance with:
Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulation and standards.
Preliminary visual representation may include:
CADD
colour boards
photography/digital imaging
plan drawing
sample boards
sketching.
Identifying possible approaches includes:
identifying possible design solutions
identifying possible realisation options, e.g. by means of a model, maquette, or by fabricating an aspect of the design.
Criteria may include:
access to materials, tools and equipment required to realise the design
consistency with the brief for the spatial design
ease of manufacture
personal affinity with medium and materials.
The approach to the brief encompasses:
aesthetic considerations
choice fabrication options
design solutions
the parameters of the brief.
Techniques would depend on design solutions and realisation options selected and may include:
carpentry
digital work
glass work
lighting
modelling
painting and decoration
photography
projection
surface decoration
textile/fibre work.
Materials may include:
cardboards, paper
clays, modelling pastes
fibres
glass
manufactured materials, e.g. tiles, panels, carpeting, textiles
metals
natural elements, e.g. water, light, wind, plants
paints, glazes, stains
plastics
wood and/or wood products.
Testing processes may involve:
exploring techniques by making practice pieces, test pieces, mock-ups or samples
testing materials by applying stress tests, colour tests etc.
Refining the approach may include:
adjustment to consideration of elements and principles of design
adjustment to design solution
adjustment to utilise the capabilities of the techniques
no change.
Documenting the approach may involve:
final drawings, plans, elevations
illustrations, photographs
models
specifications for fabrication.
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.
The brief:
describes and specifies the work to be completed
is usually prepared by commissioning body or organisation, e.g. supervisor, client, community organisation
may be written, diagrammatic, visual, verbal.
The spatial design work may include:
exhibition design
fit-outs for exterior spaces or environments
foyer design
installation for specific event
office fit-outs
set design.
Specifications would be articulated in the brief and may refer to:
client needs
dimensions
purpose
style.
Parametersor constraints may refer to:
cost
legal, contractual, ethical and copyright considerations
material characteristics
technology
timeframe.
Information pertinent to the brief may be about:
client's organisational background
health and safety considerations
legal, contractual, ethical and copyright considerations
style considerations
subject matter.
Workspace needs may include:
drafting table
electronic equipment
lighting and power requirements
process-specific space needs.
Tools and equipment may include:
brushes, containers
camera, scanner
computer
hand tools
ladders
lighting equipment
power tools
printer
relevant software.
Safety requirements are in accordance with:
Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulation and standards.
Preliminary visual representation may include:
CADD
colour boards
photography/digital imaging
plan drawing
sample boards
sketching.
Identifying possible approaches includes:
identifying possible design solutions
identifying possible realisation options, e.g. by means of a model, maquette, or by fabricating an aspect of the design.
Criteria may include:
access to materials, tools and equipment required to realise the design
consistency with the brief for the spatial design
ease of manufacture
personal affinity with medium and materials.
The approach to the brief encompasses:
aesthetic considerations
choice fabrication options
design solutions
the parameters of the brief.
Techniques would depend on design solutions and realisation options selected and may include:
carpentry
digital work
glass work
lighting
modelling
painting and decoration
photography
projection
surface decoration
textile/fibre work.
Materials may include:
cardboards, paper
clays, modelling pastes
fibres
glass
manufactured materials, e.g. tiles, panels, carpeting, textiles
metals
natural elements, e.g. water, light, wind, plants
paints, glazes, stains
plastics
wood and/or wood products.
Testing processes may involve:
exploring techniques by making practice pieces, test pieces, mock-ups or samples
testing materials by applying stress tests, colour tests etc.
Refining the approach may include:
adjustment to consideration of elements and principles of design
adjustment to design solution
adjustment to utilise the capabilities of the techniques
no change.
Documenting the approach may involve:
final drawings, plans, elevations
illustrations, photographs
models
specifications for fabrication.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
testing and use of a range of approaches and techniques for spatial design which are suited to the requirements of the brief
knowledge of the processes and techniques used for spatial design in different contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the development of a spatial design to meet the requirements of a brief.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
evaluation of visual documentation of the spatial design
evaluation of plans/ models produced by the candidate
questioning and discussion
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials, resources and equipment needed to safely produce a spatial design or representation of a spatial design.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
testing and use of a range of approaches and techniques for spatial design which are suited to the requirements of the brief
knowledge of the processes and techniques used for spatial design in different contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the development of a spatial design to meet the requirements of a brief.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
evaluation of visual documentation of the spatial design
evaluation of plans/ models produced by the candidate
questioning and discussion
review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials, resources and equipment needed to safely produce a spatial design or representation of a spatial design.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6501 | CUVDSP15A | Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7639 | CUVDES405A | Research and apply techniques in spatial design | Unit of competency |
