Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Project brief
may include but not be limited to client needs and objectives, client aims and objectives and criteria for evaluation, milestones, organisational or personal profiles and aims, image requirements and function, target market, budget, timeline, consultation requirements and colour requirements
Client
may include but not be limited to suppliers, manufacturers, private clients, colleagues, retailers or the public
Parameters
may include but not be limited to scope of brief, approval to make changes, effect or feel trying to be achieved, functionality (short and long term), budget restrictions and established timelines
Resources
may include but not be limited to computers, computer software, design software, computer aided drafting (CAD) software, colour boards, storyboards, swatches, product based colour systems such as Munsell or similar, colour matching system such as Pantone Matching System (PMS), journals (directions magazines), artistic equipment and products and model making equipment
Communication
may include but not be limited to verbal and non-verbal language, constructive feedback, active listening, questioning to clarify and confirm understanding, use of positive, confident and cooperative language, use of language and concepts appropriate to individual social and cultural differences, control of tone of voice and body language
OHS requirements
are to be in accordance with Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include but not be limited to the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, fire fighting equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination of hazardous materials and substances, manual handling including lifting and carrying
Legislative requirements
are to be in accordance with applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operation. Requirements may include but not be limited to award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, OHS, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice, duty of care and heritage
Organisational requirements
may include but not be limited to legal, organisational and site guidelines, policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility, quality assurance, procedural manuals, quality and continuous improvement processes and standards, OHS, emergency and evacuation, ethical standards, recording and reporting, access and equity principles and practices, equipment use, maintenance and storage, environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)
Colour psychology
may include but not be limited to influences such as strength, boldness, excitement, determination, desire, courage, enthusiasm, cheerfulness, affordability, stimulation, creativity, attention-grabbing, comfort, liveliness, intellect, happiness, energy, durability, reliability, safety, honesty, optimism, harmony, freshness, depth, stability, professionalism, loyalty, reliability, honour, trust, power, nobility, luxury, mystery, royalty, elegance, magic, conservatism, traditionalism, intelligence, seriousness, endurance, relaxing, confident, casual, reassuring, earthy, elegance, sophistication, formality, strength, cleanliness, purity, newness, virginity, peace, innocence and simplicity
Colours
may include but not be limited to colour principles, psychology, fundamentals, coordination, perception, language, tonal, translucent, contrast, harmony, effects on space, formulas and colour wheels
may also include but not be limited to hue, chromaticity, saturation, value, luminance, tints, tones, shades, complimentary, primary, secondary and tertiary colours
Interior space
may include but not be limited to commercial or residential spaces, rooms such as bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, living spaces, multi-purpose rooms, storage rooms, studies, garages, rumpus rooms, media rooms, toilets, pantries, entertainment areas, halls and work stations, offices, cafes, shops and restaurants
Additive and subtractive colour mixing
may include but not be limited to two types of colour mixing. The mixing of lights or differently coloured beams projected onto a screen occurs according to the principle of additive colour mixing. The mixing of pigments or paints according to the principles of subtractive colour mixing
Cultural
may include but not be limited to demography, geography (local, regional, national), religious, climatic, societal, cultural, lifestyle, attitudinal, gratification, honour, living conditions, infrastructure, status and habitude
Historical
may include but not be limited to colour study of early civilisation, Berlin & Kay, Aristotle, Newton, Hippocrates, Leonardo Da Vinci, the Renaissance, Goethe's theory of colours, Chevreul and Bauhaus School
Colour wheel
may include but not be limited to a wheel that is formed by placing the primary and secondary and possibly further colours in order around a circle. Traditionally colours are represented on a wheel of 12 colours: three primary colours, three secondary colour (created by mixing primary colours), and six tertiary colours (created by mixing the primary and secondary colours). Modern day and electronic colour wheels have endless possibilities
Effects of light
may include but not be limited to naturally occurring light caused by windows, doors, changes in space size, sky lights, artificial light using fluorescent, halogen, or incandescing methods, and reflective light
Contrast
may include but not be limited to opposing elements of colour which are suitably different yet work together
Harmony
may include but not be limited to colours that work well together, that produce a colour scheme that looks attractive; the colour wheel can be used as a valuable tool for determining harmonious colours
Researching
may include but not be limited to computer internet research, viewing swatches, studying the PMS, journals (directions magazines), design shows, retail and wholesale outlets and trade fairs
Trends
may include but not be limited to new directions resulting from events that are at times subtle and others significant. Colour trends develop the same way. Colour experts gather information from around the world and study changing events and ideas to produce a comprehensive colour story, in the same way that designers seek unique styles and incorporate current philosophies into their work
Rendering media
Dry media - may include but not be limited to pencils, charcoal, pastels and spirit-based markers
Wet media - may include but not be limited to ink and water-based paints
CAD
Critique
may include but not be limited to the process of undertaking a critical analysis of a colour, the process used to decide upon it, and the application methodology and final outcomes

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Effectively research, analyse and apply colours to provide the client with cost effective options which meet the project brief requirements for a minimum of two projects
Visually present colour schemes to illustrate how ideas meet overall project requirements
Effectively apply design elements and principles to researching, analysing and applying colours
Comply with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for researching, analysing and applying colours
Communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

Context of and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standards requirements
The following resources should be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
materials and equipment relevant to researching, analysing and applying colours
specifications and work instructions

Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency

Guidance information for assessment