Unit of competency Outline
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Use specialised techniques to produce jewellery and objects
Use specialised techniques to produce jewellery and objects
Unit of competency
National Code
MEM19036A
MEM19036A
State Code
S7588
S7588
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/08/2014
Field of Education
100307 - Jewellery Making
Original Release Date
29/08/2014
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to apply a range of specialised or complex techniques to produce jewellery and/or object designs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for applying specialised production techniques
- 1.1 Establish work area and prepare for work
- 1.2 Identify and implement occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements for carrying out the tasks and for the work area
- 1.3 Analyse design specifications and related information for jewellery or object and determine production requirements from documentation and discussion with appropriate persons
- 1.4 Develop a production plan, identifying the multiple steps and operations for manufacture, required components, soldering plan, fitting of pieces, required materials, tools, equipment and processes/techniques
- 1.5 Identify potential manufacturing difficulties for jewellery or object and develop solutions based on understanding of materials, their limitations and workability, as well as knowledge of processes and techniques
- 1.6 Select and prepare materials and equipment required
2 Apply specialised techniques
- 2.1 Implement OHS and environmental requirements
- 2.2 Determine and apply calculations and formulae, as necessary, to determine material quantities, dimensions and sizing
- 2.3 Produce jewellery or object features using specialised techniques
- 2.4 Identify faults and problems and take corrective action
- 2.5 Confirm work meets design specifications
- 2.6 Finish work according to requirements of technique used
3 Present and evaluate finished piece
- 3.1 Confirm finished piece meets design specifications
- 3.2 Prepare piece for presentation
- 3.3 Evaluate result and identify and make any final improvements
OHS requirements
OHS requirements may include:
legislation
protective equipment
material safety management systems
hazardous substances and dangerous goods code
local safe operation procedures
awards provisions
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements may relate to:
liquid waste
solid waste
gas, fumes, vapour, smoke emissions, including fugitive emissions, and dust
excessive energy and water use
excessive noise
Enterprise procedures
Enterprise procedures may include:
the use of tools and equipment
instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
reporting and communication
manufacturer specifications
operational procedures
Specialised techniques
Specialised techniques may include:
repousse or chasing
forging
electro forming
die forming
etching
granulation
hydraulic pressing
patination
inlay
anodising
cuttlefish casting
sand casting
water casting
box construction
lamination
tap and die
photoetching
mokume
kumboo
hollow forming
enamelling
Equipment
Equipment may include:
draw bench
round, square and fancy draw plates
various holding and securing devices
pliers
burrs
scaupers
burnishers
emery and beaders
soldering torch
jewellery bench
adjustable chair
pickle bath and heater
propane-oxy heating equipment
flexible drive and drill bits
spit jigs
hand tools
measuring and marking out equipment
abrasives, lubricants and compounds
stock gauge rod, wire for chain links
polishing lathe with extraction, buffs, brushes and compounds
tumbler with stainless/steel shot
protective clothing and equipment
Materials
Materials may include:
gold
platinum
palladium
silver
copper
pewter and their alloys
stones and gems
catches, chains and other jewellery components
finishing materials
OHS requirements may include:
legislation
protective equipment
material safety management systems
hazardous substances and dangerous goods code
local safe operation procedures
awards provisions
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements may relate to:
liquid waste
solid waste
gas, fumes, vapour, smoke emissions, including fugitive emissions, and dust
excessive energy and water use
excessive noise
Enterprise procedures
Enterprise procedures may include:
the use of tools and equipment
instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
reporting and communication
manufacturer specifications
operational procedures
Specialised techniques
Specialised techniques may include:
repousse or chasing
forging
electro forming
die forming
etching
granulation
hydraulic pressing
patination
inlay
anodising
cuttlefish casting
sand casting
water casting
box construction
lamination
tap and die
photoetching
mokume
kumboo
hollow forming
enamelling
Equipment
Equipment may include:
draw bench
round, square and fancy draw plates
various holding and securing devices
pliers
burrs
scaupers
burnishers
emery and beaders
soldering torch
jewellery bench
adjustable chair
pickle bath and heater
propane-oxy heating equipment
flexible drive and drill bits
spit jigs
hand tools
measuring and marking out equipment
abrasives, lubricants and compounds
stock gauge rod, wire for chain links
polishing lathe with extraction, buffs, brushes and compounds
tumbler with stainless/steel shot
protective clothing and equipment
Materials
Materials may include:
gold
platinum
palladium
silver
copper
pewter and their alloys
stones and gems
catches, chains and other jewellery components
finishing materials
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply a minimum of four (4) specialised techniques to produce jewellery and object designs according to specification.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
implement OHS workplace procedures and practices, including the use of risk control measures
apply a minimum of four specialised techniques to produce jewellery and object designs on more than one occasion and in different contexts. This includes:
determining manufacturing requirements
developing a production plan
using a combination of techniques, materials and processes
finishing and inspecting work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment. Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering 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 where required.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply a minimum of four (4) specialised techniques to produce jewellery and object designs according to specification.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
implement OHS workplace procedures and practices, including the use of risk control measures
apply a minimum of four specialised techniques to produce jewellery and object designs on more than one occasion and in different contexts. This includes:
determining manufacturing requirements
developing a production plan
using a combination of techniques, materials and processes
finishing and inspecting work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment. Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering 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 where required.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OEX52 | MEM19036 | Use specialised techniques to produce jewellery or objects | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D668 | CUV40311 | Certificate IV in Design | Qualification |
| D645 | MEM50311 | Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design | Qualification |
| D646 | MEM60211 | Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design | Qualification |
| D657 | CUV50111 | Diploma of Visual Arts | Qualification |