CUAACD511 — Make moulds and casts

1 Evaluate mould-making and casting approaches

• 1.1Research historical and contemporary theories and practices of mould-making and casting in the context of own work
• 1.2Evaluate the ways in which casting and moulding may be used in different contexts and for different purposes
• 1.3Investigate current materials, technologies and options for mould making and casting

2 Design and make models for the mould-making and casting process

• 2.1Evaluate the design and production limitations of a variety of models
• 2.2Design a variety of forms suitable for the mould-making and casting process
• 2.3Make a variety of forms based on own designs
• 2.4Evaluate forms to assess aesthetic, functional and technical issues
• 2.5Make patterns or models suitable for reproduction by mould making and casting
• 2.6Prepare patterns or models for mould making and casting

3 Select mould-making and casting resources

• 3.1Establish the mould-making and casting needs of specific work projects, including technical specifications, in consultation with relevant people
• 3.2Select appropriate materials, tools and equipment for the project
• 3.3Consider the particular safety issues that affect mould-making and casting work
• 3.4Calculate correct quantities of materials, avoiding wastage where possible

4 Complete construction process

• 4.1Use mould-making and casting materials to meet specific work needs
• 4.2Select and use different techniques and equipment to achieve desired outcomes
• 4.3Fabricate one-piece and multi-piece moulds that meet technical specifications
• 4.4Achieve different outcomes and effects through experimentation with various materials
• 4.5Determine and allow required curing and drying time
• 4.6Recognise and resolve technical and design issues in the mould-making and casting process
• 4.7Apply safe strategies for the use, maintenance and storage of mould-making and casting materials, tools and equipment

5 Evaluate work

• 5.1Review items produced in terms of durability and quality of finish
• 5.2Assess the work in terms of its creative and aesthetic objectives
• 5.3Identify and act on the potential for adjustment and refinement in future work

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