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Create and implement exhibition space
Create and implement exhibition space
Unit of competency
National Code
SIRRMER020A
SIRRMER020A
State Code
S6079
S6079
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
080599 - Sales And Marketing, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and implement displays in exhibition spaces.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assess the specific design requirements of exhibitions.
- 1.1 Interpret and negotiate the client brief.
- 1.2 Assess the requirements of the exhibition according to the final brief and develop an event checklist.
2 Produce sketches and rendered concept drawings.
- 2.1 Produce and refine sketches drawings, including rendered perspectives, elevations and in situ illustrations of the exhibition.
- 2.2 Develop finished plans providing solutions to given briefs via a series of design variations.
- 2.3 Develop the exhibition proposal, including a detailed report and recommendations.
- 2.4 Negotiate and adjust the final exhibition design to the satisfaction of the client.
- 2.5 Develop working construction and detail drawings to match job specifications.
- 2.6 Incorporate safety and risk assessments into all planning.
3 Source audio and lighting suppliers and products.
- 3.1 Research suppliers and contractors required to fulfil the exhibition design.
- 3.2 Brief contractors and suppliers on precise requirements.
- 3.3 Coordinate supply of products and services to ensure timely and successful completion of the exhibit.
4 Design, install and bump out display.
- 4.1 Assess and arrange staffing requirements for each phase according to the designated event checklist.
- 4.2 Determine specific operations for installation from construction, packing, transportation, on-site and installation services.
- 4.3 Identify strategic objectives and time schedules, and delegate display installation and bump out according to the display plan and designated event checklist.
- 4.4 Coordinate bump out of display according to the designated event checklist.
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 in the performance criteria is detailed below.
Clients may include:
internal managers
external organisations.
Event checklist may include:
exhibitor brief
venue information
venue regulations
merchandise design.
customer and exhibition profiles
handling
loading and transport logistics
height, weight and other imposed restrictions
audiovisual, electrics and other services.
health and safety issues
safety equipment
site storage arrangements.
Safety and risk assessments may include:
different venue safety regulations
compliance with occupational health and safety regulations/legislation
industry safety codes of practice
traffic flow patterns
size, type ,location, weight and stability of exhibit
manual/mechanical handling requirements.
Specific operations for installation may include:
construction
packing
transportation
on-site installation services.
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 in the performance criteria is detailed below.
Clients may include:
internal managers
external organisations.
Event checklist may include:
exhibitor brief
venue information
venue regulations
merchandise design.
customer and exhibition profiles
handling
loading and transport logistics
height, weight and other imposed restrictions
audiovisual, electrics and other services.
health and safety issues
safety equipment
site storage arrangements.
Safety and risk assessments may include:
different venue safety regulations
compliance with occupational health and safety regulations/legislation
industry safety codes of practice
traffic flow patterns
size, type ,location, weight and stability of exhibit
manual/mechanical handling requirements.
Specific operations for installation may include:
construction
packing
transportation
on-site installation services.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrated ability to negotiate with an exhibitor and develop alternative designs for exhibition merchandising
demonstrated ability to work in a team and install and bump out an exhibition display
consistent application of relevant OHS requirements
answers to questions on exhibition merchandising.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated work environment
relevant documentation, such as:
legislation and statutory requirements
OHS requirements
industry codes of practice
information and performance data on existing business model and IT infrastructure
information on:
client requirements
organisation or product image
products and services
retail design trends
materials.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a simulated exhibition design project
third-party reports from a supervisor
a folio of personally developed designs
client feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Assessing employability skills
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrated ability to negotiate with an exhibitor and develop alternative designs for exhibition merchandising
demonstrated ability to work in a team and install and bump out an exhibition display
consistent application of relevant OHS requirements
answers to questions on exhibition merchandising.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated work environment
relevant documentation, such as:
legislation and statutory requirements
OHS requirements
industry codes of practice
information and performance data on existing business model and IT infrastructure
information on:
client requirements
organisation or product image
products and services
retail design trends
materials.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a simulated exhibition design project
third-party reports from a supervisor
a folio of personally developed designs
client feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Assessing employability skills
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification.
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