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Use typography techniques

Use typography techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAGRD312
State Code
ODD98
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
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use typography techniques in design work. It applies to those who work in the creative industries that require visual communication solutions. Typography may be applied in print jobs such as brochure and publication layout, poster and logo design or to websites, motion graphics and information graphics. At this level, work would be undertaken independently, but within established guidelines and with guidance as required.No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan typographic work
  • 1.1 Identify requirements for typographic work in briefing documentation and clarify requirements with required personnel
  • 1.2 Collect reference material on typefaces and typography according to briefing documentation
  • 1.3 Organise workspace and equipment according to safety requirements and organisational procedures
2. Test and explore a range of typographic techniques
  • 2.1 Identify approaches to typography design and establish criteria for selection of final approach
  • 2.2 Select materials, tools and equipment that test approaches, styles and techniques
  • 2.3 Trial typography techniques that meet the design brief
  • 2.4 Evaluate trials against criteria and select design approach that meets the design brief
3. Complete typographic work
  • 3.1 Develop typographic work in response to the design brief
  • 3.2 Review work in progress in relation to the design brief
  • 3.3 Seek and use feedback on work in progress and make adjustments to typographic work as required
  • 3.4 Confirm typography meets briefing requirements
  • 3.5 Back-up and store files and completed documentation using standard industry procedures
  • 3.6 Present completed work within agreed time and quality as established by the design brief
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI97 CUAGRD302 Use typography techniques Unit of competency