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Create works of art for public spaces

Create works of art for public spaces

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPUA501
State Code
AWH06
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100399 - Visual Arts And Crafts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan for and execute creative work for exhibition in public spaces. It involves experimentation with a range of advanced techniques to create the work specifically for the site.It applies to experienced artists, skilled in one or more art forms, who work both independently and collaborativelyNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop ideas for public artworks
  • 1.1 Explore a broad range of information relevant to public art
  • 1.2 Critically evaluate findings in the context of own practice and the work of others
  • 1.3 Collaborate with relevant people about public art projects
  • 1.4 Evaluate potential or actual sites and the practical and creative relationships between site and work
  • 1.5 Consider practical and organisational issues associated with public art
  • 1.6 Refine and confirm ideas for public art based on research, reflection and collaboration with others
2. Experiment with techniques and media for integration in public art
  • 2.1 Explore and experiment with a broad range of advanced techniques and materials, tools and equipment to achieve different effects
  • 2.2 Assess safety and sustainability issues for different techniques and media
  • 2.3 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches and comply with intellectual property requirements
3. Organise resources for public artwork
  • 3.1 Identify specific resource requirements for the chosen work
  • 3.2 Research sources of supply for the art work
  • 3.3 Evaluate costs and other constraints that impact on development of the work
  • 3.4 Coordinate required resources and set up according to safety requirements
4. Create the work
  • 4.1 Create public artwork using techniques and media selected from research and experimentation, considering and applying elements and principles of design
  • 4.2 Evaluate and respond to the potential for change as work progresses
  • 4.3 Proactively identify and resolve technical problems in projects
  • 4.4 Handle equipment, tools and materials safely, minimising and safely disposing of waste throughout production
5. Evaluate own work
  • 5.1 Regularly review work in progress to evaluate effectiveness in meeting personal, professional and artistic objectives
  • 5.2 Identify and respond to opportunities for refinement and re-thinking
  • 5.3 Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the work process
  • 5.4 Evaluate finished work for coherence with project concept, technical resolution and suitability for intended purpose
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7762 CUVPUA501A Create works of art for public spaces Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG82 CUAPUA511 Create works of art for public spaces Unit of competency