Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

Exhibition documentation may include:
event orders
floor plans
handling notes
installation instructions
site plans
travelling condition reports
work instructions.
Exhibition elements may include:
art works
computer equipment
customised supports
display items, such as:
cases
drawers
plinths
racks
stands
tracks
electronic support material
environmental monitoring and control systems
film and video screens
hanging system supports
light fittings
objects
sound outlets
special exhibition features.
Resources may include:
audio
costumes
display or other furniture
equipment
lighting
materials
scenic items
staff
vision systems.
Inputmay relate to:
operational feasibility of ideas
own ideas for enhancement of concept or design
safety issues.
Organisational proceduresmay relate to:
budget
cleaning
conservation
environment
handling methods
purchasing
security
standards
storage of packaging materials
waste disposal.
Specialist or external assistance may relate to:
artists
builders
conservators
designers
electricians
other trades people
preparators
printers.
Exhibitionsmay be:
developed in-house or externally
hired, borrowed or presented on behalf of another organisation or community group
permanent or temporary
travelling
staged in venues or events, such as:
corporate events
festivals
galleries
libraries
museums
visitor attractions
theme parks.
Physical resources may relate to:
packing, moving, handling and disposing of objects or other display items
preparing the site
recruitment
rostering additional staff
safety
security
storage
transportation
waste management.

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
coordinate and supervise the installation and dismantling of exhibitions
apply detailed knowledge of the exhibition set-up process
organise and manage resources allocated for installing and dismantling exhibitions.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
involvement of and interaction with a team for whom the candidate can plan and organise work
access to:
an exhibition and exhibition venue
physical exhibition elements
exhibition documentation
organisational procedures.
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
evaluation of an installation or dismantle coordinated by the candidate
evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate detailing methods used to organise installation or dismantling of an exhibition, challenges faced and how these were resolved
evaluation of candidate responses to case studies and problem-solving exercises to assess ability to plan for different situations and contexts.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular client groups (consider the requirements of different age groups, clients with English as a second language, clients with disabilities, remote library users, etc.).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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