Assessor Resource

MEM19028A
Select materials and new technologies for jewellery and 3D object design applications

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to designers of jewellery and 3D objects. Application of this unit includes selection of materials and technologies to suit individual handcrafted designs or mass production.

Band A

Unit Weight 2

This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to select materials and technologies for jewellery and 3D object design applications. It includes evaluating the benefits and limitations of different materials and technologies and determining best options to meet specific design and application requirements.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply a range of drawing techniques to demonstrate features of jewellery or object construction and prepare drawing for presentation according to the audience needs.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

apply OHS workplace procedures and practices, including the use of risk control measures

identify benefits and limitations of materials and manufacturing processes in achieving outcomes in jewellery and object design applications

select materials for jewellery and 3D object applications

select manufacturing technologies and processes for jewellery and 3D object applications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment. Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the MEM05 Metal and Engineering Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency where required.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required knowledge includes:

properties and features and typical applications of precious metals and alloys, base and refractory metals

types of alternative materials

advantages and drawbacks of particular materials

properties and features and typical applications of alternative materials

manufacturing technologies and processes suitable to jewellery and 3D object production

advantages and drawbacks of different technologies and processes

Required skills include:

identifying design requirements and design considerations

matching materials and technologies to design requirements and design considerations

comparing and evaluating various materials and technologies

Features and properties

Features and properties may include:

physical properties and behaviour

visual appearance

colour

availability/rarity

Design considerations

Design considerations may include:

cost/economic viability

policy/preference

manufacturing requirements

aesthetic value

relevance to the design proposal

practicality

safety

ergonomics

cultural and social influences

sustainability

Appropriate personnel

Appropriate personnel may include:

supervisor

manager

trainer

mentor

teacher

team member

client

Metals

Metals may include:

precious metals and alloys

base metals

refractory metals

Alternative materials

Alternative materials may include:

plastics and polymers

resins

ceramics

composites

synthetic materials

naturally found objects

wood

rubber

silicon

glass

Manufacturing technologies and processes

Manufacturing technologies and processes may include:

water jet and laser cutting

casting (clay, vacuum and centrifugal)

pressing and stamping

forging

welding

rolling and extruding

machining

spinning

anodising and electroplating

powder coating

moulding

rapid prototyping

Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements

OHS requirements may include:

legislation

protective equipment

material safety management systems

hazardous substances and dangerous goods code

local safe operation procedures

awards provisions

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements may relate to:

liquid waste

solid waste

gas, fumes, vapour, smoke emissions, including fugitive emissions, and dust

excessive energy and water use

excessive noise

Enterprise procedures

Enterprise procedures may include:

the use of tools and equipment

instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications

operational procedures

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify properties, features and typical applications of metals and metal alloys used in jewellery or objects 
Identify properties, features and typical applications of alternative materials used in jewellery or objects 
Evaluate materials for suitability and compatibility against jewellery or object design requirements, product descriptions and/or drawings 
Consider benefits and limitations of working with or adding alternate materials against the design brief 
Identify and compare alternative options and, if necessary, consult with appropriate persons 
Select final materials based on design requirements, design considerations, drawings, product description, principal material properties and processing requirements 
Confirm selection of materials with appropriate persons 
Identify jewellery or object manufacturing technologies and processes suitable to jewellery and 3D object production 
Identify manufacturing technologies and processes suited to specific jewellery and 3D object applications and materials 
Consider capabilities and limitations of different technologies and processes against design brief and other design considerations 
Identify and compare alternative technologies and processes and, if necessary, consult with appropriate persons 
Select manufacturing technologies and processes based on design requirements, design considerations, drawings, product description and appropriateness to selected materials 
Confirm selection of jewellery or object manufacturing technologies and processes with appropriate personnel 
Select drawing presentation and production technique to enhance impact of jewellery or object design features and to appeal to the intended audience 
Use/store/file/copy/issue working and reference drawings/illustrations in accordance with standard operating procedures 
Prepare supporting information to accompany drawing, as required 

Forms

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