Unit of competency Outline
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Research and critically analyse history and theory to inform artistic practice
Research and critically analyse history and theory to inform artistic practice
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVCOR13B
CUVCOR13B
State Code
D1687
D1687
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/06/2010
Field of Education
100399 - Visual Arts And Crafts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
14/06/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and analyse history and theory for application to artistic practice. The unit includes the need for critical analysis of information, and the challenging of different points of view to inform personal work. As such the unit goes beyond the skills and knowledge included in CUVCOR11B Source information on history and theory and apply to own area of work and CUVCOR12B Review history and theory for application to artistic practice.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Research history and theory.
- 1.1 Identify relevant sources of information on history and theory.1.2 Identify and explore potential new and alternative sources which are relevant to own practice.1.3 Use formal and informal research techniques appropriately to access information.1.4 Organise research materials and findings for current and future use.
2 Link research to artistic practice.
- 2.1 Critically evaluate information in the context of own artistic practice and the work of others.2.2 Assess ways in which different aspects of history and theory may be used, adapted or challenged within artistic practice.2.3 Develop positions in relation to history and theory to inform current practice.
3 Update and maintain knowledge of trends within own area of artistic practice.
- 3.1 Identify and use opportunities to update and expand knowledge of history and theory.3.2 Incorporate and integrate knowledge into artistic practice.
Arts
arts administration
dance
design
multi-media
music
photoimaging
visual arts and contemporary craft
writing.
dance
film, Web
historical texts
images, objects
journal articles
oral histories
performances, presentations
religious and spiritual texts
scientific texts
secondary texts
stories
technical or medium specific information
the writings of cultural theorists and philosophers.
aesthetics
criticism
cultural issues
gender and identity issues
histories of art, craft and design
land and place
linguistics
myth and legends
new technologies
philosophy
politics
signs and symbols
spiritual concerns
technical aspects of performances, presentations
world histories.
attendance at performances
interviews with innovative arts practitioners
participation in performances
visits to trade fairs, galleries, special events (e.g. biennial exhibitions), laboratories.
analysis
comparing information
critical discourse
discussion
judgement
note taking, listing
observation
reflection
summation.
charts
data base
diagrams
files
indices
mind maps
sketches.
comparing
considering merit
contrasting
critiquing
discussion and debate
reflecting.
culture
ecology
gender
philosophy
politics
spirituality.
discussions with innovative practitioners in relevant areas of arts practice
using the Internet
visits to exhibitions, events, performances, presentations, studios, laboratories, manufacturers.
arts administration
dance
design
multi-media
music
photoimaging
visual arts and contemporary craft
writing.
dance
film, Web
historical texts
images, objects
journal articles
oral histories
performances, presentations
religious and spiritual texts
scientific texts
secondary texts
stories
technical or medium specific information
the writings of cultural theorists and philosophers.
aesthetics
criticism
cultural issues
gender and identity issues
histories of art, craft and design
land and place
linguistics
myth and legends
new technologies
philosophy
politics
signs and symbols
spiritual concerns
technical aspects of performances, presentations
world histories.
attendance at performances
interviews with innovative arts practitioners
participation in performances
visits to trade fairs, galleries, special events (e.g. biennial exhibitions), laboratories.
analysis
comparing information
critical discourse
discussion
judgement
note taking, listing
observation
reflection
summation.
charts
data base
diagrams
files
indices
mind maps
sketches.
comparing
considering merit
contrasting
critiquing
discussion and debate
reflecting.
culture
ecology
gender
philosophy
politics
spirituality.
discussions with innovative practitioners in relevant areas of arts practice
using the Internet
visits to exhibitions, events, performances, presentations, studios, laboratories, manufacturers.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
application of research and analytical skills to inform specific work practice
sound knowledge of history and theory references and their application to the relevant area of work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
project or work activities that allow the candidate to apply research and analytical skills to history and theory for use in own arts practice.
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 presentation or documentation prepared by the candidate explaining research processes and how issues surrounding history/theory have been incorporated into work
case studies to assess ability to research and use different types of information
questioning and discussion about candidate's intentions and the work outcome
written or verbal reports
visual or written documentation
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 e.g. speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment need to source, organise and evaluate information. It also requires access to resources, including equipment, which are required for knowledge to be incorporated and integrated into own arts practice.
This unit underpins many specialisation units, and combined assessment and/or training with those units is highly recommended.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
application of research and analytical skills to inform specific work practice
sound knowledge of history and theory references and their application to the relevant area of work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
project or work activities that allow the candidate to apply research and analytical skills to history and theory for use in own arts practice.
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 presentation or documentation prepared by the candidate explaining research processes and how issues surrounding history/theory have been incorporated into work
case studies to assess ability to research and use different types of information
questioning and discussion about candidate's intentions and the work outcome
written or verbal reports
visual or written documentation
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 e.g. speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to the materials resources and equipment need to source, organise and evaluate information. It also requires access to resources, including equipment, which are required for knowledge to be incorporated and integrated into own arts practice.
This unit underpins many specialisation units, and combined assessment and/or training with those units is highly recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6477 | CUVCOR13A | Research and critically analyse history and theory to inform artistic practice | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7767 | CUVRES401A | Research history and theory to inform own arts practice | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
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| 1479 | 52267 | Certificate IV in Applied Environmental Arts | Accredited course |
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| C625 | CUV40103 | Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft | Qualification |