Certificaton/5 Objectives
This is the ability to use Draw to produce 2D drawings and plans, such as flowcharts, mindmaps and technical drawings.
Summary
A. The Level 1 user can select and use basic tools and techniques to produce straightforward or routine drawings and plans. Any aspects that are unfamiliar will require support and advice.
2D drawing and planning software tools and techniques will described as ‘basic’ because:
- the software tools and functions will be predefined or commonly used;
- the range of entry, manipulation and outputting techniques will be straightforward or routine; and
- the inputting, manipulating and outputting of the information will be predetermined, straightforward or routine
B. The intermediate user can select and use intermediate tools and techniques to produce drawings and plans that are at times multi-step or non-routine. Any aspects that are unfamiliar may require support and advice.
2D drawing and planning software tools and techniques will be described as ‘intermediate’ because:
- the software tools and functions used will be multi-step and at times non-routine or unfamiliar;
- the choice and use of input, manipulation and output techniques will need to take account of a number of factors or elements; and
- the user will take some responsibility for inputting, structuring, editing and presenting the information, which at times may be non-routine or unfamiliar.
C. The advanced user can select and use advanced tools and techniques to produce complex and non-routine drawings and plans.
2D drawing and planning software tools and techniques will be described as ‘advanced’ because:
- the software tools and functions used will be complex and at times involve having the idea that there may be a tool or function to do something (eg improve efficiency or create an effect), exploring technical support, self-teaching and applying;
- the inputting, manipulating and outputting techniques will be multi-step and complex, and will involve research, identification and application; and
- the user will take full responsibility for inputting, structuring, editing and presenting the information.
Level 1
At level 1, the competent person will
A1 Input, organise and combine information for drawings or plans
To demonstrate this competence they can
A1.1 Identify what types of 2D shapes and other elements will be needed
A1.2 Identify which template or blank document to use
A1.3 Select the appropriate groups of shapes, from those available, to meet needs
A1.4 Input the relevant shapes and other elements into existing templates or blank documents so that they are ready for editing and formatting
A1.5 Identify what copyright constraints apply to the use of shapes or other elements
A1.6 Combine information of different types or from different sources for drawings and plans
A1.7 Store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in-line with local guidelines and conventions where available
A2 Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
To demonstrate this competence they can
A2.1 Identify what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately positioned
A2.2 Use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements
A2.3 Select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements
A2.4 Check drawings and plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as appropriate
A2.5 Select and use presentation methods and accepted page layouts
Content examples
Drafting guides Grids, snap to grid, snap to shape
Format shapes and other elements Will vary, for example: text (eg font, paragraphs, text block, tabs, bullets), lines (eg width, length, colour, endings, beginnings), drawing elements (eg fill, shadow, corners), connections between shapes and other elements
Manipulate and edit shapes and other elements Will vary, for example: Edit: select, insert, delete, cut, copy, paste, drag and drop, find, replace Text: font, colour, alignment Shapes: size, colour, orientation, connections to other shapes and elements, add labels
Check drawings or plans Spell check, accuracy of numbers, labelling and size of shapes, connections between shapes and other elements
Shapes and other elements Shapes will vary according to the required outcome, for example: flow chart shapes, building plan shapes, audit. Other elements: graphic elements (eg lines, arrows, borders, backgrounds, clip art), text, number
Copyright constraints Effect of copyright law (eg downloads of other people’s images), acknowledgment of sources, avoiding plagiarism, permissions
Store and retrieve Files (eg create, name, open, save, save as, print, close, find)
Inputting information Inputting tools and techniques will vary according to the technology being used: for example, interface devices (eg keyboard, mouse, stylus, touch screen), microphone (eg headset, built-in), camera (eg web cam, video camera, mobile phone camera)
Presentation methods Methods will vary according to the software and task, for example, on screen display, publishing on a web site, hard copy print out, digital file
Combining information techniques Insert, size, position, wrap, order, group
Templates, tables and documents Use existing templates (eg fax, letter, web page) and tables, working from an example
Level 2
At level 2, the competent person will
To demonstrate this competence they can
B1 Input, organise and combine information for drawings or plans
B1.1 Identify what types of shapes and other elements will be needed
B1.2 Review templates and describe how they need to be changed to meet needs
B1.3 Select, input and use the appropriate shapes to meet needs, including importing shapes from other sources
B1.4 Select, adapt and use appropriate templates or blank documents
B1.5 Identify what copyright constraints apply to the use of shapes or other elements
B1.6 Combine information for drawings or plans including importing information produced using other software
B1.7 Store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available
B2 Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
B2.1 Identify what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately positioned
B2.2 Select and use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements with precision
B2.3 Select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements, including applying styles and colour schemes
B2.4 Check drawings or plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as appropriate
B2.5 Identify and respond to any quality problems with drawings or plans to make sure they meet needs
B2.6 Select and use appropriate presentation methods and accepted page layouts
Content examples
Drafting guides Grids, snap to grid, snap to shape, rulers, guidelines
Quality problems with drawings or plans Will vary according to the content, for example, text (eg formatting, styles, positioning), shapes (eg size, position, orientation), other elements (eg scale, thickness, colour, connections), page layout
Format shapes and other elements Will vary, for example: text (eg font, paragraphs, text block, tabs, bullets), lines (eg width, length, colour, endings, beginnings), drawing elements (eg fill, shadow, corners), connections between shapes and other elements. Protection: length, width, axis; Behviour: interaction, selection highlighting
Manipulate and edit shapes and other elements Will vary, for example: Edit: select, insert, delete, cut, copy, paste, drag and drop, find, replace Text: font, colour, alignment Shapes: size, colour, orientation, connections to other shapes and elements, add labels
Check drawings or plans Spell check, accuracy of numbers, labelling and size of shapes, connections between shapes and other elements
Shapes and other elements Shapes will vary according to the required outcome, for example: flow chart shapes, building plan shapes, audit. Other elements: graphic elements (eg lines, arrows, borders, backgrounds, clip art), text, numbers
Copyright constraints Effect of copyright law (eg downloads of other people’s images), acknowledgement of sources, avoiding plagiarism, permissions
Store and retrieve Files (eg create, name, open, save, save as, print, close, find, share); version control; import/export; file size; folders (eg create, name)
Inputting information Inputting tools and techniques will vary according to the technology being used: for example, interface devices (eg keyboard, mouse, stylus, touch screen), microphone (eg headset, built-in), camera (eg web cam, video camera, mobile phone camera)
Presentation methods Methods will vary according to the software and task, for example, on screen display, publishing on a web site, hard copy print out, digital file
Combining information techniques Insert, size, position, wrap, order, group
Templates, tables and documents Use existing templates, set up new templates for common documents
Level 3
At level 3, the competent person will
C1 Input, organise and combine information for drawings and plans
To demonstrate this competence they can
C1.1 Identify what types of shapes and other elements will be needed
C1.2 Evaluate templates and explain why and how they need to be changed to meet needs
C1.3 Select, adapt, create and use the appropriate shapes to meet needs, including shapes imported from other sources
C1.4 Select, adapt, define and create appropriate templates and styles to meet needs
C1.5 Provide guidance on what copyright constraints apply to the use of own and others’ shapes or other elements
C1.6 Combine information for drawings or plans including exporting outcomes to other software
C1.7 Store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available
C2 Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
C2.1 Explain what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately positioned
C2.2 Select and use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements with precision
C2.3 Select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements, including applying styles and colour schemes
C2.4 Check drawings and plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as appropriate
C2.5 Identify and respond to quality problems with drawings and plans to make sure that they are fit for purpose and meet needs
C2.6 Explain what context the drawings and plans will be used in and how this will effect how they are presented
C2.7 Select and use presentation methods and accepted page layouts
Content examples
Drafting guides Grids, snap to grid, snap to shape, rulers, guidelines
Quality problems with drawings or plans Will vary according to the content, for example, text (eg formatting, styles, positioning), shapes (eg size, position, orientation, unwanted content), other elements (eg scale, thickness, colour, connections), page layout, proportion, balance, symmetry
Format shapes and other elements Will vary, for example: text (eg font, paragraphs, text block, tabs, bullets), lines (eg width, length, colour, endings, beginnings), drawing elements (eg fill, shadow, corners), connections between shapes and other elements. Protection: length, width, axis; Behviour: interaction, selection highlighting
Manipulate and edit shapes and other elements Will vary, for example:Edit: select, insert, delete, cut, copy, paste, drag and drop, find, replace Text: font, colour, alignment Shapes: size, colour, orientation, connections to other shapes and elements, add labels
Check drawings or plans Spell check, grammar check, accuracy of numbers, labelling and size of shapes, connections between shapes and other elements
Shapes and other elements Shapes will vary according to the required outcome, for example: flow chart shapes, building plan shapes, audit. Other elements: graphic elements (eg lines, arrows, borders, backgrounds, clip art), text, numbers
Copyright constraints Effect of copyright law (eg on music downloads or use of other people’s images), acknowledgment of sources, avoiding plagiarism, permissions
Store and retrieve Files (eg create, name, open, save, save as, print, close, find, share); version control; import/export; file size; file properties; folders (eg create, name); archive (backup, restore)
Presentation methods Methods will vary according to the software and task, for example, on screen display, publishing on a web site, hard copy print out, digital file
Combining information techniques Insert, size, position, wrap, order, group
Templates, tables and documents Use existing templates; create, amend and delete templates
