Unit of competency Outline
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Research and recommend machine technology
Research and recommend machine technology
Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFDT5009
MSFFDT5009
State Code
WI305
WI305
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
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
45
Description
This unit of competency covers researching and recommending machine technology for various design solutions in accordance with the integral elements and principles of design. It applies to an industry workplace or design studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a paraprofessional level. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan for machine technology research
- 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending machine technology are verified and complied with
- 1.2 Design brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
- 1.3 Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with WHS requirements
- 1.4 Client requirements and desires are reviewed, confirmed and clarified
2 Research machine technology
- 2.1 Aesthetic requirements of the machine technology are assessed
- 2.2 New machine technologies are researched and reported
- 2.3 Manufacturing processes and available expertise for the desired material are assessed
- 2.4 Capabilities and scope of machine technology is compared and evaluated
- 2.5 Cost of machine technology is assessed and compared
- 2.6 Environmental impact of machine technology are assessed
- 2.7 Longevity and restorability of machine technology are researched
- 2.8 Hazards associated with the use and application of machine technology are researched
- 2.9 Quality of machine technology are assessed and reported
3 Recommend machine technology
- 3.1 Research information is critically analysed in the context of the design brief requirements
- 3.2 Machine technology and the relationship to elements of design are promoted, research explained and evaluated for the client
- 3.3 Machine technology and the relationship to principles of design are promoted, research explained and evaluated for the client
- 3.4 Presentation of research information is made highlighting the findings and rationale for the machine technology chosen
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA396 | LMFFDT5011A | Research and recommend machine technology | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODZ74 | MSFFDM4019 | Research and select manufacturing technologies | Unit of competency |
| ODZ61 | MSFFDM5012 | Research, test and apply materials and technologies for design projects | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J731 | MSF50313 | Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology | Qualification |