NZQA registered unit standard
21304 version 3
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Title
Demonstrate complex Niue weaving
Level
5
Credits
6
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate
complex Niue weaving.
Classification
Niue Arts and Crafts > Niue Crafts
Available grade
Achieved
Explanatory notes
1
Maaga variations are acceptable in meeting the requirements of this unit standard.
Endorsement of village variations may be conducted by pulotu.
2
Definitions
Advanced weaving techniques are processes used to achieve shape such as
tapering, expanding and extending;
Complex weaving refers to combinations of different weaving processes and
advanced weaving techniques that result in decorations in woven articles and can
include traditional and/or new patterns;
Fakaholoaga refers to the process by which something is learnt or knowledge is
transmitted;
Hulu refers to the process of inserting materials for decorative effect;
Maaga is any one of the 14 villages that the learner identifies with through either
matrilineal or patrilineal lines, or self-identifies through acceptable fakaholoaga;
Pulotu refers to Niue village or community recognised and/or appointed experts;
Traditional refers to a specific body of knowledge and practice held by pulotu, which
is imparted to learners through community resources such as cultural leaders and
advisors;
Weaving techniques are tia (close weave), lalaga (open weave) and fili (plaiting).
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Demonstrate complex Niue weaving.
Range
two woven craft products of different types with decorations.
Range craft products may include polu (bowl), pulou lau niu mata (hat), pulou
kapi (cap), lili veliveli (round or oval table or floor mat).
NZQA National Qualifications Services
SSB Code 130301
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016
NZQA registered unit standard
21304 version 3
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Evidence requirements
1.1
Materials selected are consistent with requirements for shape and purpose of
the woven craft product.
1.2
Each completed craft product incorporates hulu and other complex weaving
techniques.
1.3
Each completed woven craft product achieves its intended shape and purpose.
1.4
Each completed craft product is produced according to traditional Niue weaving
methods.
Planned review date
31 December 2018
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
26 July 2005
31 December 2016
Rollover
2
19 March 2010
31 December 2016
Review
3
16 April 2015
N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference
0119
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Requirements for consent to assess and an outline of the moderation system that applies
to this standard are outlined in the Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR). The
CMR also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations wishing
to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors
and assessors, and special resource requirements.
Comments on this unit standard
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NZQA National Qualifications Services
SSB Code 130301
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016