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Make moulds and casts

Make moulds and casts

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAACD511
State Code
AWK20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100305 - Crafts
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create moulds and casts for a range of artistic and other purposes. It applies to individuals who work independently in industrial and creative contexts and use well-developed technical skills for the chosen methods of casting or moulding. Individuals typically work as ceramic artists, glass artists, sculptors or prop makers, but the unit is relevant to others working with the design and production of any three-dimensional object.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate mould-making and casting approaches
  • 1.1 Research historical and contemporary theories and practices of mould-making and casting in the context of own work
  • 1.2 Evaluate the ways in which casting and moulding may be used in different contexts and for different purposes
  • 1.3 Investigate current materials, technologies and options for mould making and casting
2. Design and make models for the mould-making and casting process
  • 2.1 Evaluate thedesign and productionlimitations of a variety of models
  • 2.2 Design a variety of forms suitable for the mould-making and casting process
  • 2.3 Make a variety of forms based on own designs
  • 2.4 Evaluateforms to assess aesthetic, functional and technical issues
  • 2.5 Make patterns or models suitable for reproduction by mould making and casting
  • 2.6 Prepare patterns or models for mould making and casting
3. Select mould-making and casting resources
  • 3.1 Establish the mould-making and casting needs of specific work projects, including technical specifications, in consultation with relevant people
  • 3.2 Select appropriate materials, tools and equipment for the project
  • 3.3 Consider the particular safety issues that affect mould-making and casting work
  • 3.4 Calculate correct quantities of materials, avoiding wastage where possible
4. Complete construction process
  • 4.1 Use mould-making and casting materials to meet specific work needs
  • 4.2 Select and use different techniques and equipmentto achieve desired outcomes
  • 4.3 Fabricate one-piece and multi-piece moulds that meet technical specifications
  • 4.4 Achieve different outcomes and effects through experimentation with various materials
  • 4.5 Determine and allow required curing and drying time
  • 4.6 Recognise and resolve technical and design issues in the mould-making and casting process
  • 4.7 Apply safe strategies for the use, maintenance and storage of mould-making and casting materials, tools and equipment
5. Evaluate work
  • 5.1 Review items produced in terms of durability and quality of finish
  • 5.2 Assess the work in terms of its creative and aesthetic objectives
  • 5.3 Identify and act on the potential for adjustment and refinement in future work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7615 CUVACD511A Make moulds and casts Unit of competency