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Refine drawing and other visual representation tools

Refine drawing and other visual representation tools

Unit of competency
National Code
CUVACD501A
State Code
S7605
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/10/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/01/2012
Field of Education
100301 - Fine Arts
Original Release Date
18/01/2012
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use drawing skills and other visual representation tools to develop, refine and communicate ideas for creative work. The focus of the unit is on identifying, developing and refining drawing and visual representation as cognitive tools in a professional practice rather than a particular level of drawing technique. While electronic drawing may be used, the ability to draw manually is also a focus of this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate the role of drawing in professional practice
  • 1.1 Explore drawing and other visual communication devices as research, ideas and problem-solving tools for professional practice
  • 1.2 Evaluate how different practitioners use different tools and make links to own work
  • 1.3 Examine and challenge own barriers to drawing
  • 1.4 Determine the ways in which drawing and other visual representation tools could be used to support own practice
2. Support practice through experimentation with drawing and visual representation
  • 2.1 Initiate, develop and evolve ideas through the use of different materials and techniques
  • 2.2 Consider the presentation context in selecting techniques, tools and materials
  • 2.3 Create variety in compositional formats and spatial fields through use of visual elements
  • 2.4 Experiment with techniques to produce single and multi-colour visuals
  • 2.5 Select and use multimedia approaches to visualising
  • 2.6 Compare and contrast the value of electronic and hand drawing for specific purposes
3. Develop individual approach to use of drawing
  • 3.1 Evaluate completed drawings in terms of their success in communicating ideas
  • 3.2 Evaluate the process of drawing and visual representation as a professional practice tool
  • 3.3 Determine the value and place of drawing and visual representation in own practice based on experimentation
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.

Barriers to drawing may include:
‘I can’t draw’ belief
fear of failure
lack of experience
negative perception of the value of drawing
preference for other ways of communicating
previous bad experience with drawing.
Ways in which drawing and other visual representation tools could be used may include use of these tools to:
enhance own perceptions of form, space, etc.
gain commercial advantage
refine and adapt ideas
resolve technical problems in creative work.
Materials and techniques may include:
black and white media
charcoal
coloured media
conte
gouache
ink
paint
pastel, including oil pastel
pencil
watercolour
electronic drawing programs and tools.
Presentation context may include:
collaborative process of sharing ideas
formal presentation of ideas to others
online collaboration
personal note taking
sketching ideas for clients.
Multimedia approaches may include:
collage
combining different markers
use of digital media
use of various papers.
Place of drawing and visual representation in own practice may refer to decisions about:
collation and storage of drawings as a reference source
how to enhance and maintain drawing skills
incorporation of drawing into particular art forms
keeping a visual diary
use of electronic or hand drawing.
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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
use the process of drawing and visual representation to support professional activities in art and design practice
apply a broad range of drawing techniques.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
hand and digital drawing tools and equipment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
evaluation of completed drawings prepared by the candidate in terms of the way they express ideas
evaluation of processes used by the candidate in relation to drawing and visual representation
questioning and discussion about candidate’s intentions and the work outcome
review of portfolios of evidence
review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK27 CUAACD501 Refine drawing and other visual representation tools Unit of competency