Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91623 about?

Accepted Answer

You need to take a complex design and apply it to a real product (like a garment, piece of furniture, or signage) using techniques like embroidery, screen printing, beading, or carving. You'll trial different materials and equipment, actually perform the decorative work using proper techniques, and test your finished product to make sure it looks good and works as intended.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91623?

Accepted Answer

1. Interpret a complex design and choose the right material and method to apply it to your specified product 2. Trial your approach by testing different equipment, materials and techniques before committing to the final work 3. Apply the actual design using complex techniques (such as screen printing, embroidery, inlaying, or laser cutting) that meet health and safety rules 4. Run tests on your finished product to check alignment, colour accuracy, tension, and overall quality 5. Demonstrate that the applied design actually enhances or improves the product as specified

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91623?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You implement the complex procedures to apply an intricate design to a product, choosing appropriate materials and techniques, trialling your approach, performing the work safely, and testing that it meets the specifications. Merit: You skilfully implement the procedures with independence and accuracy throughout, showing careful planning, confident technique execution, and thorough quality checks. Excellence: You efficiently implement the procedures while economising on time, effort and materials, demonstrating streamlined planning, skilled execution, and smart problem-solving without compromising quality.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91623?

Accepted Answer

1. Not trialling equipment and techniques before starting the final work—jumping straight into production without testing first 2. Choosing a design or product combination that isn't actually complex enough to meet the standard's rigour 3. Skipping or rushing the testing phase—not properly checking alignment, colour accuracy, tension, or other quality measures

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