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Develop printmaking skills

Develop printmaking skills

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPRI211
State Code
ODE14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100301 - Fine Arts
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use a limited range of basic printmaking techniques to produce fundamental prints from simple design concepts.The unit applies to those who have developed some general design, drawing or craft skills and who are now embarking on a career in visual arts. They have little or no experience in printmaking and work under close supervision and with guidance from others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare printmaking resources
  • 1.1 Calculate and obtain type and quantity of printmaking equipment, tools and materials according to own selected ideas for the work
  • 1.2 Prepare equipment, tools and materials according to procedures for workplace safety, cost control and waste minimisation
  • 1.3 Set up a safe work space with guidance from required personnel
2. Use and test printmaking techniques
  • 2.1 View a range of prints in different styles, and discuss with required personnel how effects are achieved
  • 2.2 Match potential techniques to ideas for own prints with assistance from required personnel
  • 2.3 Assess effects of different printmaking techniques through experimentation with samples, practice pieces or works in
  • 2.4 Produce prints using selected techniques considering and applying elements and principles of design
  • 2.5 Handle equipment, tools and materials safely and minimise waste throughout all processes
  • 2.6 Clean and store equipment, tools, and materials according to specific needs of different items
3. Review work to develop skills
  • 3.1 Review own prints and note areas for future improvement
  • 3.2 Seek and consider feedback from required personnel when identifying areas of improvement in own work
  • 3.3 Select credible options to review different print works and develop printmaking skills
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH13 CUAPRI201 Develop printmaking skills Unit of competency