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Develop and refine metalworking techniques

Develop and refine metalworking techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAACD509
State Code
AWK21
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
100301 - Fine Arts
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and refine techniques for working with metal for a range of artistic and craft purposes. The unit focuses more on the technical rather than creative or aesthetic quality of the work, and it includes the requirement for a broad range of metalworking skills.It applies to individuals who use metal in their design or artworks and require some technical proficiency with metalworking tools and materials. This technical proficiency is not equivalent to that of a metals tradesperson. Work must be undertaken according to safety requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate metalworking options for work projects
  • 1.1 Evaluate how metalwork may be used in art and design practice to achieve desired outcomes or effects
  • 1.2 Explore the potential of different metals and the technologies and tools required for their use
  • 1.3 Investigate specific safety requirements associated with metalwork, including appropriate licensing considerations
  • 1.4 Make an assessment of capacity to safely use metalwork in own practice
2. Select and prepare metalworking materials, tools and equipment
  • 2.1 Establishthe needs and purposes of specific work projects in consultation with relevant people
  • 2.2 Establish technical specifications and creative parameters for metalwork
  • 2.3 Select and set up materials,tools andequipmentfollowing all safety requirements and instructions
  • 2.4 Calculate correct quantities of materials, avoiding wastage where possible
3. Use metalworking techniques
  • 3.1 Cut, bend and shape metal to specification using correct tools and following all required safety procedures
  • 3.2 Apply soldering, brazing and welding techniques following all required safety procedures
  • 3.3 Achieve different outcomes and effects through safe experimentation with various media and materials
  • 3.4 Recognise and resolve metalwork technical and design problems
  • 3.5 Achieve precision and accuracy in use of techniques
  • 3.6 Apply safe strategies for the use, maintenance and storage of metalworking tools and equipment
4. Evaluate metalwork
  • 4.1 Review metal items produced in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for purpose
  • 4.2 Assess the work in terms of its creative and aesthetic objectives
  • 4.3 Identify and act on the potential for adjustment and refinement in future work
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State Code National Code Title Type
S7613 CUVACD509A Develop and refine metal-working techniques Unit of competency