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Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples

Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDT4005
State Code
WI286
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
100599 - Graphic And Design Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers constructing or overseeing the construction of furniture prototypes and samples in furnishing operations of all sizes. Construction of prototypes and samples can apply to an industry workplace or design studio environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for production
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to constructing prototypes and samples are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
  • 1.3 Type and quantity of material to be used is acquired from the storage location
  • 1.4 Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturer recommendation
  • 1.5 Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements
2 Plan for production
  • 2.1 Manufacturing process is planned and organised
  • 2.2 Material is allocated in accordance with the manufacturing plan and safe working procedures
  • 2.3 Components are selected
  • 2.4 Assembly methods are researched and planned
  • 2.5 Components are assembled in accordance with the sketches and freehand development drawings
  • 2.6 Prototype or sample is finished according to draft specifications
3 Evaluate prototype or sample
  • 3.1 Prototype or sample is evaluated for functionality and aesthetic appeal
  • 3.2 Prototype or sample is assessed for their elements of design
  • 3.3 Prototype or sample is assessed for their principles of design
  • 3.4 Prototype or sample is analysed against design brief requirements
  • 3.5 Prototype or sample is reviewed with client or test client
  • 3.6 Modifications to the prototype or sample are explored to satisfy the requirements of the design brief
  • 3.7 Prototype or sample production process faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA373 LMFFDT4005A Construct and evaluate furniture prototypes and samples Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODZ70 MSFFDM4003 Construct and evaluate prototypes and samples Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J742 MSF40213 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Technology Qualification