Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage construction workshop operations for areas such as set construction, props manufacture and scenic art for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.
At this level, individuals are expected to apply a detailed knowledge of both creative and technical aspects of live productions or events. They exercise autonomy and judgement in contexts that are subject to change and are responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of construction team members.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and entertainment production - production management
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan workshop operations |
1.1 With reference to production documentation, discuss construction requirements with relevant personnel 1.2 Provide timely and accurate advice on the feasibility and safety of construction projects, including suggestions for alternatives as required 1.3 Determine cost of, and sources for, required resources according to organisational procedures 1.4 Develop realistic expenditure estimates that conform to budget allocations 1.5 Identify potential budget overruns and resolve or recommend alternatives to relevant personnel 1.6 Develop action plans for implementing construction projects within production deadlines 1.7 Reach agreement on action plans and budget, and amend documentation as required |
2. Establish construction workshops |
2.1 Plan workshop layouts to maximise efficiency of workflow from delivery and storage of materials through to load-out of finished work 2.2 Ensure that workshop areas comply with environmental requirements 2.3 Ensure that machinery and equipment are available on time and installed according to legislative and regulatory requirements 2.4 Order materials required for projects and ensure flow of supply keeps pace with work progress and stockpiles are kept to a minimum 2.5 Follow organisational financial procedures in relation to purchases and record keeping 2.6 Engage specialist staff as required |
3. Supervise workshop operations |
3.1 Supervise, advise and assist staff to ensure that construction is completed on time and within budget 3.2 Develop, implement and monitor hazard management plans and procedures and revise as required 3.3 Develop technical drawings as required to ensure supply of information to staff keeps pace with work progress 3.4 Ensure that safety tests are carried out as required on materials and scenic elements and that quality of work is maintained 3.5 Maintain communication with production departments and attend run-throughs and meetings to ensure a coordinated, holistic approach to work 3.6 Conduct pre-departure checks of work and supervise packing and load-out |
4. Finalise construction workshop operations |
4.1 Organise return of hired equipment and implement post-project maintenance of workshop areas, plant and equipment 4.2 Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of construction workshop operations |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3 |
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Writing |
1.6, 3.2 |
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Oral communication |
1.1, 1.2, 1.7, 2.4, 3.1, 3.5 |
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Numeracy |
1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.5, 3.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.2, 1.7, 2.4, 3.1, 3.5 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAPPM602 Manage construction workshop operations (Release 2) |
CUAPPM602 Manage construction workshop operations (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
No equivalent unit |
Links
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