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

MSFID5011 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Specify soft furnishings for complete interior solution

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSFID5011 - Specify soft furnishings for complete interior solution
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers researching, specifying and recommending innovative and cost-effective styles, technologies and decorative solutions to enhance and complement interior design schemes using soft furnishings.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to materials, equipment and specifications relevant to researching and recommending soft furnishings.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Assess project requirements
  • Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending decorative solutions are verified and complied with
  • Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client
  • Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed
  • Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness
  • Communication with others is established and maintained
  • Intended applications and effects for the windows, furniture and soft furnishings are identified
       
Element: Determine decorative treatments for windows and openings
  • Window treatments, their application and fixing technologies are researched to determine suitability for client requirements
  • New technologies in window treatments are researched and relevance for decorative project s identified
  • The types of openings and their requirements are identified and a range of possible creative solutions determined
  • Window or opening is measured and details recorded accurately for a range of window treatments
  • Fabric requirements are calculated and manufacturing requirements determined for a range of window treatments taking into consideration pattern repeats
       
Element: Specify furniture transformation
  • Methods of transforming a range of furniture and furnishings are researched
  • Design considerations are investigated and assessed against the project brief
  • Fabrics and materials are selected for furniture
  • Furniture transformation ideas are documented and specified
  • Cost estimates are calculated and assessed against project budget
       
Element: Specify soft floor coverings
  • Range of floor coverings available for application are identified and analysed to determine most suitable fit
  • New technologies in flooring are researched and relevance for decorative project identified
  • The features, limitations and environmental impact of selected floor covering is assessed against performance requirements and environmental standards
  • Floor area is measured and specifications recorded for flooring solution
  • Costs are calculated and assessed against project budget
       
Element: Specify soft furnishings
  • Soft furnishings are selected to meet the requirements of the brief and the overall design scheme
  • Specifications are documented to record colour, sizing, style and fabric details
  • Arrangement of soft furnishings is documented in design schedules
  • Costs of soft furnishings are calculated and assessed against project budget
       
Element: Document and present decorative recommendations
  • Innovative design solution to brief is presented taking into consideration parameters of design brief
  • Fabrics, furnishings and fixing technologies are selected taking into consideration parameters of project brief
  • Specifications are documented for all treatment recommendations
  • Schedule is presented that includes both high and low costing to support design solution
  • Solution to brief is visualised graphically and in 3-D form
  • Sample board is created to enhance and support the design intention
  • Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Assess project requirements

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending decorative solutions are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others is established and maintained

1.6

Intended applications and effects for the windows, furniture and soft furnishings are identified

2

Determine decorative treatments for windows and openings

2.1

Window treatments, their application and fixing technologies are researched to determine suitability for client requirements

2.2

New technologies in window treatments are researched and relevance for decorative project s identified

2.3

The types of openings and their requirements are identified and a range of possible creative solutions determined

2.4

Window or opening is measured and details recorded accurately for a range of window treatments

2.5

Fabric requirements are calculated and manufacturing requirements determined for a range of window treatments taking into consideration pattern repeats

3

Specify furniture transformation

3.1

Methods of transforming a range of furniture and furnishings are researched

3.2

Design considerations are investigated and assessed against the project brief

3.3

Fabrics and materials are selected for furniture

3.4

Furniture transformation ideas are documented and specified

3.5

Cost estimates are calculated and assessed against project budget

4

Specify soft floor coverings

4.1

Range of floor coverings available for application are identified and analysed to determine most suitable fit

4.2

New technologies in flooring are researched and relevance for decorative project identified

4.3

The features, limitations and environmental impact of selected floor covering is assessed against performance requirements and environmental standards

4.4

Floor area is measured and specifications recorded for flooring solution

4.5

Costs are calculated and assessed against project budget

5

Specify soft furnishings

5.1

Soft furnishings are selected to meet the requirements of the brief and the overall design scheme

5.2

Specifications are documented to record colour, sizing, style and fabric details

5.3

Arrangement of soft furnishings is documented in design schedules

5.4

Costs of soft furnishings are calculated and assessed against project budget

6

Document and present decorative recommendations

6.1

Innovative design solution to brief is presented taking into consideration parameters of design brief

6.2

Fabrics, furnishings and fixing technologies are selected taking into consideration parameters of project brief

6.3

Specifications are documented for all treatment recommendations

6.4

Schedule is presented that includes both high and low costing to support design solution

6.5

Solution to brief is visualised graphically and in 3-D form

6.6

Sample board is created to enhance and support the design intention

6.7

Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client

Interpret work orders and locate and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

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

Research and recommend decorative treatments for interior design schemes using soft furnishings for windows, flooring and furniture to meet the design requirements of at least two (2) project briefs effectively applying design elements and principles to recommended decorative solution

Visually present decorative solutions to illustrate how ideas meet overall design requirements correctly calculating quantities and costing required

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area/volume and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications, presentation of design/colour concepts, the reporting of work outcomes and problems

Initiate new ideas and work techniques

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

State or territory WHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for researching and recommending decorative treatments

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for researching and recommending decorative treatments

Elements and principles of design, including liveability and accessibility

Creativity and artistic relevance

Ergonomics, anthropometrics, proxemics and aesthetic values

Types of equipment and procedures for their safe use, operation and maintenance

Characteristics of materials, products and defects

Soft material types and textiles

Design themes and design development

Colours, furnishings and decoration options

Sketching and drawing techniques

Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information

Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

Environmental protection requirements

Established communication channels and protocols

Relevant problem identification and resolution techniques

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Assess project requirements

1.1

Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending decorative solutions are verified and complied with

1.2

Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client

1.3

Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed

1.4

Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness

1.5

Communication with others is established and maintained

1.6

Intended applications and effects for the windows, furniture and soft furnishings are identified

2

Determine decorative treatments for windows and openings

2.1

Window treatments, their application and fixing technologies are researched to determine suitability for client requirements

2.2

New technologies in window treatments are researched and relevance for decorative project s identified

2.3

The types of openings and their requirements are identified and a range of possible creative solutions determined

2.4

Window or opening is measured and details recorded accurately for a range of window treatments

2.5

Fabric requirements are calculated and manufacturing requirements determined for a range of window treatments taking into consideration pattern repeats

3

Specify furniture transformation

3.1

Methods of transforming a range of furniture and furnishings are researched

3.2

Design considerations are investigated and assessed against the project brief

3.3

Fabrics and materials are selected for furniture

3.4

Furniture transformation ideas are documented and specified

3.5

Cost estimates are calculated and assessed against project budget

4

Specify soft floor coverings

4.1

Range of floor coverings available for application are identified and analysed to determine most suitable fit

4.2

New technologies in flooring are researched and relevance for decorative project identified

4.3

The features, limitations and environmental impact of selected floor covering is assessed against performance requirements and environmental standards

4.4

Floor area is measured and specifications recorded for flooring solution

4.5

Costs are calculated and assessed against project budget

5

Specify soft furnishings

5.1

Soft furnishings are selected to meet the requirements of the brief and the overall design scheme

5.2

Specifications are documented to record colour, sizing, style and fabric details

5.3

Arrangement of soft furnishings is documented in design schedules

5.4

Costs of soft furnishings are calculated and assessed against project budget

6

Document and present decorative recommendations

6.1

Innovative design solution to brief is presented taking into consideration parameters of design brief

6.2

Fabrics, furnishings and fixing technologies are selected taking into consideration parameters of project brief

6.3

Specifications are documented for all treatment recommendations

6.4

Schedule is presented that includes both high and low costing to support design solution

6.5

Solution to brief is visualised graphically and in 3-D form

6.6

Sample board is created to enhance and support the design intention

6.7

Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client

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:

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, Liveable and Accessible Housing Design guidelines, and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individual to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem solving, plus self-management and learning skills

Project brief includes:

client needs and objectives

client aims and objectives, and criteria for evaluation

milestones

organisational or personal profiles and aims

image requirements and function

target market

budget

timeline

consultation requirements

colour requirements

Clients include:

suppliers

manufacturers

private clients

colleagues

retailers

the public

Parameters include:

scope of brief

approval to make changes

effect or feel trying to be achieved

functionality (short and long term)

budget restrictions

established timelines

Resources include:

computers

computer software

design software

computer-aided design (CAD) software

colour boards

storyboards

swatches

product based colour systems, such as Munsell or similar

colour matching system, such as Pantone Matching System (PMS)

journals (directions magazines)

artistic equipment and products

model making equipment

Research includes:

internet

magazines

catalogues

retail or wholesale outlets

books

site visits

Pattern repeats include:

textiles or fabrics with a distinctive print and how often that pattern repeats within the applicable square metreage required for a project so as to meet conformity

Environmental impacts include:

how the sourcing and use of materials effects the environment and how its continued use will affect the area the material was sourced from

energy consumption in processing the material

greenhouse gases created

waste levels and resource utilisation

what impact will be felt by reducing or stopping use of the material

when applied to window fittings, environmental impact may include:

the amount of natural light made available from decorative solution in order to reduce requirements for powered light sources

Soft furnishings include:

window treatments and curtains

blinds

awnings

trimmings

bedding treatments

lampshades

carpets

rugs

cushions

upholstery

accessories

Information and procedures include:

work instructions, including plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

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
Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to researching and recommending decorative solutions are verified and complied with 
Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client 
Parameters for the project are assessed and confirmed 
Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness 
Communication with others is established and maintained 
Intended applications and effects for the windows, furniture and soft furnishings are identified 
Window treatments, their application and fixing technologies are researched to determine suitability for client requirements 
New technologies in window treatments are researched and relevance for decorative project s identified 
The types of openings and their requirements are identified and a range of possible creative solutions determined 
Window or opening is measured and details recorded accurately for a range of window treatments 
Fabric requirements are calculated and manufacturing requirements determined for a range of window treatments taking into consideration pattern repeats 
Methods of transforming a range of furniture and furnishings are researched 
Design considerations are investigated and assessed against the project brief 
Fabrics and materials are selected for furniture 
Furniture transformation ideas are documented and specified 
Cost estimates are calculated and assessed against project budget 
Range of floor coverings available for application are identified and analysed to determine most suitable fit 
New technologies in flooring are researched and relevance for decorative project identified 
The features, limitations and environmental impact of selected floor covering is assessed against performance requirements and environmental standards 
Floor area is measured and specifications recorded for flooring solution 
Costs are calculated and assessed against project budget 
Soft furnishings are selected to meet the requirements of the brief and the overall design scheme 
Specifications are documented to record colour, sizing, style and fabric details 
Arrangement of soft furnishings is documented in design schedules 
Costs of soft furnishings are calculated and assessed against project budget 
Innovative design solution to brief is presented taking into consideration parameters of design brief 
Fabrics, furnishings and fixing technologies are selected taking into consideration parameters of project brief 
Specifications are documented for all treatment recommendations 
Schedule is presented that includes both high and low costing to support design solution 
Solution to brief is visualised graphically and in 3-D form 
Sample board is created to enhance and support the design intention 
Feedback and follow up is instigated and maintained with the client 

Forms

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