Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MEM19004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Handle and examine gemstone materials

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM19004 - Handle and examine gemstone materials
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to safely handle a variety of gem materials and examine gems to determine physical and chemical properties.Emphasis is placed on knowledge of the principles of gemmology, gemstone and diamond nomenclature, gemstone processing enhancement and repair, and appreciation of gemstone qualities. This unit applies to an individual working autonomously in a jewellery manufacturing environment and guided by strict rules of procedure. Note: The competencies covered by this unit do not include the requirement to perform accurate and positive gemstone identifications.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Jewellery and horological
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine job requirements
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
       
Element: Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
       
Element: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
       
Element: Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
       
Element: Perform gemstone examinations and handle gem materials
  • Select examination methods and equipment appropriate to the gem material and examination requirements
       
Element: Prepare equipment and specimen
       
Element: Apply handling measures appropriate to gem material
       
Element: Identify the physical and optical properties of gem materials
       
Element: Record and verify examination results
       
Element: Prepare examination results and record conclusions with supportive evidence
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This field allows for 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.

Gem materials include one (1) or more of the following:

natural (including diamonds)

composite

synthetic

imitation

treated

Equipment includes one (1) or more of the following:

10x loupe tweezers

refractometer

UV light

microscope

thermal probes

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
 
 
 
Select examination methods and equipment appropriate to the gem material and examination requirements 
 
 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MEM19004 - Handle and examine gemstone materials
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Assessment Record Sheet

MEM19004 - Handle and examine gemstone materials

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