MSFFDM4008 — Investigate materials and technologies for design projects

1 Determine project requirements

• 1.1Review and clarify project brief with client to confirm requirements
• 1.2Confirm and evaluate parameters and constraints from requirements
• 1.3Select work resources based on needs of project
• 1.4Identify and assess aspects of brief that inform finish selection
• 1.5Identify key project stakeholders and establish required communication protocols

2 Research materials

• 2.1Assess aesthetic requirements of materials and identify potential options that meet requirements
• 2.2Evaluate intended use against the functional features of different materials
• 2.3Identify and consider new and emerging finish technologies for their application to project brief
• 2.4Identify application requirements in terms of available expertise
• 2.5Evaluate finish properties for their safety and sustainability
• 2.6Source and compare information about costs and availability against project brief

3 Research technologies

• 3.1Assess product requirements and identify potential technology options for design and production
• 3.2Evaluate intended use against outputs of different technological approaches
• 3.3Identify and consider new and emerging production technologies for their application to brief
• 3.4Identify application requirements in terms of available expertise, equipment and other relevant resources
• 3.5Assess technological options against production output requirements including volume, quality and speed
• 3.6Source and compare information about costs and availability against project brief

4 Refine ideas and recommend solution

• 4.1Explore and refine ideas about materials and technology through a process of reflection and testing
• 4.2Choose a materials and technology solution based on research findings that satisfies elements and principles of design and key objectives of project brief
• 4.3Provide clear and relevant research information highlighting findings and rationale for materials and technologies chosen

What does an assessment tool for MSFFDM4008 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSFFDM4008 needs to address all 31 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 6 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MSFFDM4008?

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