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CUVDES404A
Research and apply techniques in product design
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Individuals who generate product design ideas apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. Products could be diverse and may include items, such as soft furnishings, furniture, toys, decorative objects and kitchenware.
Skills associated with producing the final product can be found in units related to specific disciplines, e.g. carpentry, woodworking, ceramics, glasswork, textiles or furniture making. These units can be found elsewhere in CUV11 Visual Arts, Craft and Design Training Package, or in other Training Packages, such as LMF02 Furnishing; MSA07 Manufacturing; LMT07 Textiles, Clothing and Footwear; and CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services.
At this level, research, experimentation and ongoing refinement are used to produce a range of design work where an individual is beginning the process of finding an individual style. Work is undertaken independently with supervision and guidance as required.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and apply techniques for the design of products. It involves interpreting work briefs, organising resources, testing ideas, and refining approaches to a range of design challenges. The unit covers the design process to the point of producing prototypes of products.
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