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Investigate materials and technologies for design projects

Investigate materials and technologies for design projects

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDM4008
State Code
ODZ69
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/11/2022
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
15/11/2022
Nominal Hours
65
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and recommend materials and technologies that meet the requirements of a design brief.This unit applies to individuals working in a manufacturing or design studio environment who analyse and compare product and technology information from a wide range of sources to develop a design solution, either alone or as part of an internal or external team.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine project requirements
  • 1.1 Review and clarify project brief with client to confirm requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm and evaluate parameters and constraints from requirements
  • 1.3 Select work resources based on needs of project
  • 1.4 Identify and assess aspects of brief that inform finish selection
  • 1.5 Identify key project stakeholders and establish required communication protocols
2. Research materials
  • 2.1 Assess aesthetic requirements of materials and identify potential options that meet requirements
  • 2.2 Evaluate intended use against the functional features of different materials
  • 2.3 Identify and consider new and emerging finish technologies for their application to project brief
  • 2.4 Identify application requirements in terms of available expertise
  • 2.5 Evaluate finish properties for their safety and sustainability
  • 2.6 Source and compare information about costs and availability against project brief
3. Research technologies
  • 3.1 Assess product requirements and identify potential technology options for design and production
  • 3.2 Evaluate intended use against outputs of different technological approaches
  • 3.3 Identify and consider new and emerging production technologies for their application to brief
  • 3.4 Identify application requirements in terms of available expertise, equipment and other relevant resources
  • 3.5 Assess technological options against production output requirements including volume, quality and speed
  • 3.6 Source and compare information about costs and availability against project brief
4. Refine ideas and recommend solution
  • 4.1 Explore and refine ideas about materials and technology through a process of reflection and testing
  • 4.2 Choose a materials and technology solution based on research findings that satisfies elements and principles of design and key objectives of project brief
  • 4.3 Provide clear and relevant research information highlighting findings and rationale for materials and technologies chosen
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI292 MSFFDT4011 Research and select furniture materials and technology Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHR4 MSF40222 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing Qualification