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Fabricate jewellery items

Fabricate jewellery items

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM19017B
State Code
W5643
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
27/09/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/08/2014
Field of Education
100307 - Jewellery Making
Original Release Date
27/08/2014
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit covers constructing jewellery components, single and multiple-piece items involving a range of fabrication processes and techniques.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify fabrication requirements
  • 1.1. Item design characteristics, dimensions, construction, composition and finish are established from predetermined specifications in accordance with organisational and client requirements.
  • 1.2. Fabrication and finish specifications and required outcomes are confirmed and clarified as necessary with appropriate person(s) and in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 1.3. Appropriate preparation and fabrication techniques are established in accordance with item construction, verbal and written specifications, organisational requirements and personal abilities.
  • 1.4. Fabrication and finishing activities are prioritised in accordance with designated timeframes, organisational and specific fabrication requirements.
2. Prepare materials for fabrication
  • 2.1. Components, materials and consumables are selected/obtained in accordance with organisational requirements and in consultation with appropriate person(s).
  • 2.2. Metals are alloyed to specified quality, as required.
  • 2.3. Metals are rolled/drawn down/cut to required dimensions.
  • 2.4. Tools and equipment are selected and used appropriate to job requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisational procedures.
  • 2.5. Material preparation is conducted using safe operating practices and protective equipment, in accordance with OHS and organisational requirements.
3. Fabricate jewellery item
  • 3.1. Tools and equipment for fabrication are selected and used appropriate to job requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisational procedures.
  • 3.2. Applicable fabrication activities are performed using safe operating practices and protective equipment, and in accordance with OHS, organisational and industry accepted methods.
  • 3.3. Item is checked to ensure construction conforms with required specifications, quality, organisational and applicable industry standards.
4. Finish jewellery items
  • 4.1. The appropriate surface finish is produced to required specifications in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 4.2. Tools and equipment for embellishing and polishing are selected and used appropriate to job requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisational procedures.
5. Complete fabrication
  • 5.1. Finished item is packaged/presented and stored safely in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 5.2. Documentation is accurately completed and processed in accordance with organisational requirements and standards.
  • 5.3. Notification of work completion is made to appropriate person(s) in accordance with organisational procedures.
  • 5.4. Work area, tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in accordance with OHS and organisational requirements.
  • 5.5. Unused/excess materials are collected and stored/reclaimed in accordance with organisational requirements.
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.
Appropriate person(s)
Supervisor, client, colleague
Appropriate preparation and fabrication techniques
Cutting, folding, bending, curving, dapping, drawing, rolling, doming, annealing, melting, granulation
Primarily by brazing/silver soldering but may include other methods such as riveting
Finishing activities
Filing, emery finishing, high and satin polish, various embellishment finishes (sandblasting, brushed, burring, reticulation, burnishing etc.)
Components
Components, single-piece and multiple-piece items involving a range of fabrication processes and techniques, for example various clips, catches and pins
Materials
Precious and non-precious metals
Consumables
Solders and fluxes, drills and blades, polishing compounds, cleaning and finishing materials
Tools and equipment
All hand and power tools appropriate to fabrication of jewellery items and personal protective equipment
Documentation
Job packet, work instructions and procedures, parts and components reference material, materials and consumables used, time and record sheets
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to fabricate jewellery items. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with the fabrication of fine jewellery or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAU14 MEM19017 Fabricate jewellery items Unit of competency