At a glance

Training product: MEM19038 Apply traditional techniques to jewellery or 3D object production (Release 1), from the Manufacturing and Engineering
Type: Single unit of competency. A unit is not an AQF qualification.
Outcome: Statement of Attainment
Unit fee: $310
Delivery: Online, self-paced
Provider: Delivered and assessed by CAQA, RTO 45459

About this unit

This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to use traditional techniques to produce jewellery or objects. It includes conducting research to assess the suitability of traditional techniques for achieving desired outcomes and identifying and addressing problems, which can arise in reproduction.

This unit applies to individuals involved in jewellery or object manufacture in a small or large-scale production context. They use and adapt technical skills and knowledge to produce work that meets pre-determined design and production requirements.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Band: A

Unit Weight: 4

Elements

Determine job requirements
Identify item requiring use of traditional techniques
Select and source materials and equipment
Apply traditional techniques to produce item

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM16006 Organise and communicate information

You must hold, or complete first, the prerequisite unit before you can be assessed in this unit. We confirm this in your pre-enrolment review.

Where this unit counts

Qualification: CUA60725 Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts

Unit information: MEM19038 Apply traditional techniques to jewellery or 3D object production, Release 1, training.gov.au. © Commonwealth of Australia.

What's included

Learning materialsLearner guides, online resources and activities for every unit, at no extra cost.

Trainer and assessor supportQualified trainers by phone, email and scheduled webinars throughout.

Two re-assessment attemptsUp to two re-assessment attempts per unit at no extra charge.

Statement of AttainmentNationally recognised, issued within 30 calendar days of completion.

Credit toward a qualificationUnits you complete count toward any qualification that includes them.

RPL and credit transferExisting skills and prior study can reduce what you need to complete.

No enrolment feeNo application or enrolment fee. The fee shown is the full fee.

Free pre-enrolment reviewLLN and digital literacy check, plus honest advice on suitability.

Statement of Attainment

When you are assessed as competent, CAQA issues a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for MEM19038 Apply traditional techniques to jewellery or 3D object production within 30 calendar days, provided all fees are paid and your USI is verified. The unit counts toward any qualification or skill set that includes it.

Taking two or more units that make up a skill set? Enrol in the skill set and the total is 10% less than enrolling in each unit separately.

Delivery and assessment

Modes of delivery	Online self-paced learning through the CAQA student portal, supported by scheduled trainer webinars, phone and email trainer support, and optional virtual classrooms. Workplace-based and blended arrangements are available by negotiation.
Location	Online, Australia-wide.
Commencement	Enrol any time. Intakes commence on the first Monday of every month.
Duration and amount of training	Self-paced. The amount of training for you is set out in your Pre-Enrolment Information Pack and confirmed in your Training Plan, based on the unit requirements and your existing skills and experience.
Assessment	Competency-based assessment including knowledge questions, projects, case studies and practical or workplace tasks, judged by qualified assessors against the unit's performance evidence, knowledge evidence and assessment conditions. Reasonable adjustment is available. Assessment conditions set by the training package Assessors must: have vocational competency in applying traditional techniques to jewellery or 3D object production at least to the level being assessed with relevant industry knowledge and experience satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 or its replacement and comply with the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011, its replacement or equivalent legislation covering VET regulation in a non-referring state/territory as the case requires. Where possible, assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills. Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications. Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Third-party arrangements	This unit is delivered and assessed directly by CAQA (RTO 45459). No third-party arrangements apply. If this changes, you will be told before you enrol.

Entry requirements

Who can enrol	Learners are recommended to be at least 18 years of age and to have language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills suited to the training. Every applicant completes a free pre-enrolment review (LLN and digital literacy), and we tell you honestly whether the training suits you.
Unique Student Identifier	You need a USI before we can issue your Statement of Attainment. It is free to create and we can help. About the USI.
What you need	A computer with webcam and microphone, reliable internet and a personal email address.

Fees, payment and refunds

Unit fee	$310 (fee-for-service), inclusive of learning materials, trainer support, assessment and up to two re-assessment attempts.
Enrolment fee	$0. No application or enrolment fee.
Other costs	No compulsory additional costs.
Payment options	Pay up to $1,500 upfront with the balance paid as your training is delivered, or use an interest-free payment plan. CAQA never holds more than $1,500 in fees for training not yet delivered.
Government funding	This unit is offered on a fee-for-service basis. VET Student Loans are not available for skill sets or single units. Contact us to check whether any government funding applies to you.
Cooling-off and refunds	Full refund within 10 business days of enrolment if training has not commenced. After commencement you pay only for training delivered; unspent prepaid fees are refunded under our Fees and Refunds policy, which also covers what happens if CAQA cannot deliver your training.

Support and recognition

Trainer and assessor support, LLN and study skills support, reasonable adjustment for disability or other needs, wellbeing referral and technical help with the student portal are available throughout. Student support and wellbeing.

If you already hold any of these units, or have the skills through work and life experience, you may not need to repeat training. CAQA offers recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer, and recognises Statements of Attainment and qualifications issued by any RTO. RPL and credit transfer.

Your rights and our obligations

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Apply traditional techniques to jewellery or 3D object production