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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Evaluate metalworking options for work projects

1.1 Evaluate how metalwork may be used in art and design practice to achieve desired outcomes or effects

1.2 Explore the potential of different metals and the technologies and tools required for their use

1.3 Investigate specific safety requirements associated with metalwork , including appropriate licensing considerations

1.4 Make an assessment of capacity to safely use metalwork in own practice

2. Select and prepare metalworking materials, tools and equipment

2.1 Establishthe needs and purposes of specific work projects in consultation with relevant people

2.2 Establish technical specifications and creative parameters for metalwork

2.3 Select and set up materials,tools andequipment following all safety requirements and instructions

2.4 Calculate correct quantities of materials, avoiding wastage where possible

3. Use metalworking techniques

3.1 Cut, bend and shape metal to specification using correct tools and following all required safety procedures

3.2 Apply soldering, brazing and welding techniques following all required safety procedures

3.3 Achieve different outcomes and effects through safe experimentation with various media and materials

3.4 Recognise and resolve metalwork technical and design problems

3.5 Achieve precision and accuracy in use of techniques

3.6 Apply safe strategies for the use, maintenance and storage of metalworking tools and equipment

4. Evaluate metalwork

4.1 Review metal items produced in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for purpose

4.2 Assess the work in terms of its creative and aesthetic objectives

4.3 Identify and act on the potential for adjustment and refinement in future work

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.2, 1.3, 2.3

• Interprets and evaluates visual and textual material to identify particular metal working techniques and processes, compliance requirements, and safety instructions and procedures

Writing

1.3, 2.1, 2.2

• Uses clear and specific language and industry related terminology to accurately record workplace safety information, and project requirements and specifications

Oral Communication

2.1, 2.2

• Uses active listening and questioning techniques to elicit information and confirm understanding

Numeracy

2.4

• Uses simple calculations to determine quantities of materials

Navigate the world of work

1.3, 1.4, 2.3, 3.6

• Meets obligation to ensure safe practices are established and followed for metal work activities in the workplace
• Follows required safety practices for use, maintenance and storage of tools and equipment

Interact with others

2.1, 2.2

• Uses appropriate conventions and techniques when communicating with others to determine metal work project objectives, specifications and techniques

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1,4, 2.2, 3.1-3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

• Makes own decisions about the use of metal work techniques and equipment and workplace safety needs in own practice through investigation and analysis
• Confirms the technical and creative constraints for work projects and determines required resources
• Uses a range of techniques and materials and undertakes experiments within safety limits, resolving problems as they are encountered
• Evaluates the technical quality of metal work production and the success of aesthetic outcomes and determines how to implement improvements in future work

Safety requirements associated with metalwork  must relate to:

• protective clothing
• use of chemicals
• use of gas
• use of hot materials
• work space set-up.

Code and title  

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Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAACD509 Develop and refine metalworking techniques

CUVACD509A Develop and refine metal-working techniques

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and clarify intent. Minor amendment to unit title.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.