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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Research historical development of keyboards to modern pianos
  2. Identify changes in design of pianos
  3. Identify types of pianos
  4. Identify basic piano components
  5. Research the role of a piano technician

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods, codes and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving

Original keyboard instruments include:

zither

clavichord

harpsichord

forte piano

piano

Periods include:

antique (1700-1850)

Victorian (1850-1900)

modern (1900-2000)

current (2000 onwards)

Types of pianos include:

vertical:

upright

spinet

console

player

grand:

baby (4’6"-6’)

professional (6’-7’6")

concert (7’6"-9’+)

square

Piano infrastructure includes:

the case

timing pins

soundboard and bridges

strings

pinblock and tuning pins

keys and actions

Systems include:

actions

soundboard/bridges

strings

structural

Role of technicians include:

quotations

tuning

repairs

rebuilding

restoration

polishing

piano moving

selling

advice on purchases

Changes to technician’s role include:

restriction to tuning or repairs only

less or more restoration

less or more major repairs

increased use of technology in tuning process

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Performance Evidence

Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

Locate, interpret and apply information relevant to piano tuning and repair industry by identifying different pianos and their construction

Identify and observe the role of a piano technician

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage