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Level 1 Unit 4 - Drawing and Planning Software (2 credits)

1. 1. Input, organise and combine information for drawings or plans

2. 2. Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
1.1 I can identify what types of 2D shapes and other elements will be needed 2.1 I can identify what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately prepared
1.2 I can identify which template or blank document to use 2.2 I can use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements
1.3 I can select the appropriate shapes, from those available, to meet needs 2.3 I can select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements
1.4 I can input the relevant shapes and other elements into existing templates or blank documents so that they are ready for editing and formatting 2.4 I can check drawings and plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
1.5 I can identify what copyright constraints apply to the use of shapes or other elements 2.5 I can use appropriate presentation methods and accepted page layouts
1.6 I can combine information of different types or from different sources for drawings and plans
1.7 I can store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available

Level 2, Unit 4 - Drawing and Planning Software (3 credits)

1. 1. Input, organise and combine information for drawings or plans

2. 2. Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
1.1 I can identify what types of shapes and other elements will be needed 2.1 I can identify what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately prepared
1.2 I can review templates and describe how they need to be changed to meet needs 2.2 I can select and use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements with precision
1.3 I can select, input and use the appropriate shapes to meet needs, including importing shapes from other sources 2.3 I can select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements, including applying styles and colour schemes
1.4 I can select, adapt and use appropriate templates or blank documents 2.4 I can check drawings or plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
1.5 I can identify what copyright constraints apply to the use of shapes or other elements 2.5 I can identify and respond to any quality problems with drawings or plans to make sure they meet needs
1.6 I can combine information for drawings or plans including importing information produced using other software 2.6 I can select and use appropriate presentation methods and accepted page layouts
1.7 I can store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available

Level 3, Unit 4 - Drawing and Planning Software (4 credits)

1. 1. Input, organise and combine information for drawings or plans

2. 2. Use tools and techniques to edit, manipulate, format and present drawings or plans
1.1 I can identify what types of shapes and other elements will be needed 2.1 I can explain what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately prepared
1.2 I can evaluate templates and explain why and how they need to be changed to meet needs 2.2 I can select and use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements with precision
1.3 I can select, adapt, create and use the appropriate shapes to meet needs, including shapes imported from other sources 2.3 I can select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements, including applying styles and colour schemes
1.4 I can select, adapt, define and create appropriate templates and styles to meet needs 2.4 I can check drawings or plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary
1.5 I can provide guidance on what copyright constraints apply to the use of own and other's shapes or other elements 2.5 I can identify and respond to quality problems with drawings or plans to make sure they are fit for purpose and meet needs
1.6 I can combine information for drawings or plans including exporting outcomes to other software 2.6 I can explain what context the drawings and plans will be used in and how this will affect how they are presented
1.7 I can store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available 2.7 I can select and use appropriate presentation methods and accepted page layouts

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