Elements and Performance Criteria
- Produce the prototype
- Follow work plan to construct the prototype or sample, referencing any sketches and other job specifications
- Conduct checks at the identified points and in accordance with workplace procedures
- Identify, document and implement any required modifications to design and plan within workplace procedures
- Perform initial inspection of prototype or sample to ensure it is fit for purpose
- Ensure learnings from prototype construction are referred back to development personnel
- Develop prototype or sample specifications
- Identify and analyse purpose and outline requirements for prototype or sample from design concepts or customer requirements
- Research and identify materials suitable to match design concepts or customer requirements
- Research and identify appropriate construction requirements and methods for materials to be used
- Research and identify ergonomic requirements from design concepts or customer requirements and in accordance with principles of ergonomic design
- Prepare and document detailed prototype or sample design specifications, including drawings as required, following industry best-practice methods
- Plan for prototype construction
- Verify that purpose of prototype or sample is reflected in plans and drawings
- Verify materials specifications and compatibility for item from prototype or sample documentation
- Verify construction requirements and methods including equipment for materials being used
- Prepare work plan for item, including construction stages or steps, checkpoints for measurements and tests, assembly methods, and work health and safety considerations, in accordance with workplace procedures
- Clean and clear a suitable work area for prototype or sample production
- Ensure required materials and other items are available and ready for use
- Ensure jigs and other construction aids are identified and where required adjusted to suit work
- Follow work plan to construct the prototype or sample, referencing any sketches and other job specifications
- Conduct checks at the identified points and in accordance with workplace procedures
- Identify, document and implement any required modifications to design and plan within workplace procedures
- Perform initial inspection of prototype or sample to ensure it is fit for purpose
- Ensure learnings from prototype construction are referred back to development personnel
- Finalise the work sequence
- Prepare prototype or sample for finishing in accordance with design specification
- Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
- Clean and clear work area, including applying waste management strategies in accordance with workplace procedures
- Complete workplace documentation, including recommendations for optimisation of prototype or sample brief or work plan
- Trial and evaluate the prototype
- Develop, specify and document trial objectives and processes in accordance with industry best-practice methods
- Ensure personnel involved in trial and evaluation are prepared for their responsibilities and functions
- Prepare and certify trial equipment, tools and materials prior to use in accordance with relevant specifications and workplace procedures
- Conduct prototype or sample trials and capture or record results in accordance with trial specifications
- Evaluate results of trial including longevity of product and make recommendations for production in accordance with procedures