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Conceive, develop and realise exhibition designs
Conceive, develop and realise exhibition designs
Unit of competency
National Code
CULMS008B
CULMS008B
State Code
D1803
D1803
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/10/2009
Field of Education
091303 - Curatorial Studies
Original Release Date
07/10/2009
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake the complete exhibition design process, from initial conception of ideas to the final realisation of the design. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret the brief
- 1.1 Analyse the brief to determine overall exhibition concepts
- 1.2 Participate in preliminary concept meetings with appropriate personnel to discuss exhibition requirements
- 1.3 Identify all relevant factors which may determine and affect the design
- 1.4 Discuss and agree upon the role of the designer in the overall exhibition development
2 Conduct and evaluate research
- 2.1 Assess the material to be exhibited in relation to the development of the design
- 2.2 Identify and source references which may inform the design process
- 2.3 Critically analyse sources and references in the context of the current design project
- 2.4 Consider the impacts and potential of new and emerging technologies to inform the design
- 2.5 Collect, collate and adapt materials to develop initial design concepts
3 Generate and assess ideas
- 3.1 Generate a range of ideas for the design which respond sympathetically to the brief and provide creative solutions to technical issues
- 3.2 Discuss ideas and collaborate with relevant personnel to ensure contribution of ideas to the initial concept
- 3.3 Continuously reflect on and appraise ideas for implications on cost and time, technical feasibility, and suitability to meet the brief
4 Develop and document the design
- 4.1 Hold ongoing discussions with relevant personnel so that additional or changed requirements and new ideas are considered and incorporated during the development of the design
- 4.2 Ensure that agreement is reached with relevant personnel in relation to consistent artistic interpretation
- 4.3 Evaluate initial concepts and select the most appropriate approach, giving consideration to budget, research findings and ongoing reflection/discussion
- 4.4 Develop the exhibition designs from the initial concepts ensuring:consistency with the exhibition conceptcollection needs are taken into accountresearch findings are incorporatedideas are technically feasible and demonstrate awareness of parameters and resource constraintsideas demonstrate effective use of materialsintegration of universal access principles
- 4.5 Organise or undertake testing and experimentation with selected exhibition design
- 4.6 Develop accurate records of the design, including all relevant information
5 Communicate design ideas and make amendments
- 5.1 Present draft exhibition plans and specifications to relevant colleagues in an appropriate format
- 5.2 Participate in the initial and ongoing evaluation of the presented designs
- 5.3 Negotiate and agree to modifications to the design and undertake any necessary amendments
- 5.4 Agree to the final designs and produce accurate and comprehensive documentation to support implementation
- 5.5 Present final designs, plans and specifications to all relevant personnel and confirm that all production requirements have been met
6 Liaise with others to implement exhibition construction
- 6.1 Liaise with relevant personnel to ensure that all exhibition production, occupational and public health and safety legislative requirements are met, quality standards are adhered to and work is undertaken within item, budget and technical constraints
- 6.2 Participate in ongoing production meetings and evaluation of the exhibition design
- 6.3 Ensure that any design modifications are agreed, noted and acted upon
- 6.4 Inform relevant personnel of design changes
- 6.5 Update any required documentation and record and file according to organisational requirements
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.
Appropriate personnel may include:
other designers
curator
conservator
education staff
construction specialists
preparators
taxidermists
modelmakers
installation staff
other specialists
Exhibitionrequirements may include any of the following:
displays
interactive elements
furniture and furnishings
props
back drops
special effects
automated/animatronic devices
scenic art
murals
dioramas
multi-sensory elements
full-scale environments
supports for collection items
hanging systems
lighting rig
Relevant factors which may determine and affect the design may include:
overall exhibition concept
exhibition duration (permanent/temporary)
resources (human, financial, physical)
space/venue specifications or restrictions
available technologies
timelines
regulations e.g. fire restrictions
needs of others involved in the exhibition
access issues
stability of collection items
collection requirements (light levels, RH, pollutants)
The role of the designer may be impacted by:
scale of the exhibition
availability of other expertise
level of assistance available (in relation to implementation/construction)
budget
Sources and references to be used during the design process may include:
reference books/journals/texts
writings of the period
paintings and illustrations
photographs
film, video
the Internet
digital images
technical drawings
models
collages
sketches
objects
community/stakeholder consultation
culturally appropriate representation
Accurate records of the design may include:
plans (computer or manually generated)
specifications
samples
mock-ups
Occupational and public health and safety legislative requirements may include:
commonwealth, state/territory occupational health and safety regulations
relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice e.g. The Building Code of Australia
relevant local government construction legislation and regulation
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.
Appropriate personnel may include:
other designers
curator
conservator
education staff
construction specialists
preparators
taxidermists
modelmakers
installation staff
other specialists
Exhibitionrequirements may include any of the following:
displays
interactive elements
furniture and furnishings
props
back drops
special effects
automated/animatronic devices
scenic art
murals
dioramas
multi-sensory elements
full-scale environments
supports for collection items
hanging systems
lighting rig
Relevant factors which may determine and affect the design may include:
overall exhibition concept
exhibition duration (permanent/temporary)
resources (human, financial, physical)
space/venue specifications or restrictions
available technologies
timelines
regulations e.g. fire restrictions
needs of others involved in the exhibition
access issues
stability of collection items
collection requirements (light levels, RH, pollutants)
The role of the designer may be impacted by:
scale of the exhibition
availability of other expertise
level of assistance available (in relation to implementation/construction)
budget
Sources and references to be used during the design process may include:
reference books/journals/texts
writings of the period
paintings and illustrations
photographs
film, video
the Internet
digital images
technical drawings
models
collages
sketches
objects
community/stakeholder consultation
culturally appropriate representation
Accurate records of the design may include:
plans (computer or manually generated)
specifications
samples
mock-ups
Occupational and public health and safety legislative requirements may include:
commonwealth, state/territory occupational health and safety regulations
relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice e.g. The Building Code of Australia
relevant local government construction legislation and regulation
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
development and realisation of creative exhibition design concepts which assist in the realisation of the overall exhibition concept and which address operational requirements and constraints
effective communication, negotiation and project management skills to facilitate the design process
research skills, including creative interpretation and adaptation of design concepts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment over an extended period of time to reflect the nature of the design process and to assess the experimental and implementation aspects of this unit
involvement of, and interaction with, an exhibition team to reflect the collaborative nature of the design process
access to an exhibition venue
access to resources for both the development and realisation of designs (collection items, equipment, materials, financial and human resources).
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of an exhibition design for which the candidate has been responsible in terms of meeting concept and resource practicality
evaluation of reports produced by the candidate which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept, including challenges faced and how these were resolved
oral or written questioning aimed at evaluating the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUEDES04B Establish and refine a brief
CUEDES05B Manage design realisation
CUEFIN01C Develop a budget
CUEFIN02C Manage a budget
CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
CUVDSP15B Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design.
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
development and realisation of creative exhibition design concepts which assist in the realisation of the overall exhibition concept and which address operational requirements and constraints
effective communication, negotiation and project management skills to facilitate the design process
research skills, including creative interpretation and adaptation of design concepts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment over an extended period of time to reflect the nature of the design process and to assess the experimental and implementation aspects of this unit
involvement of, and interaction with, an exhibition team to reflect the collaborative nature of the design process
access to an exhibition venue
access to resources for both the development and realisation of designs (collection items, equipment, materials, financial and human resources).
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
evaluation of an exhibition design for which the candidate has been responsible in terms of meeting concept and resource practicality
evaluation of reports produced by the candidate which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept, including challenges faced and how these were resolved
oral or written questioning aimed at evaluating the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUEDES04B Establish and refine a brief
CUEDES05B Manage design realisation
CUEFIN01C Develop a budget
CUEFIN02C Manage a budget
CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept
CUVDSP15B Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design.
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