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 complete basic lighting tasks in a range of production contexts.
It applies to individuals assisting with lighting operations in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries. At this level, they are working under the direct supervision of experienced lighting technicians and operating equipment at a basic level.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and entertainment production – lighting
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. Prepare for lighting tasks |
1.1 Confirm work requirements with relevant personnel with reference to lighting plans and types of lights required, including automated lighting 1.2 Sort lights and lighting equipment in preparation for set-up, ensuring appropriate handling of heavy but delicate equipment and taking account of equipment differences 1.3 Identify the appropriate cables and connectors to use with different lighting components 1.4 Identify appropriate rigging and positioning points and assist with rigging lights as required 1.5 Cut and label lighting gel appropriately and according to organisational procedures 1.6 Confirm that available power is sufficient for power requirements of system |
2. Complete lighting tasks |
2.1 Use lighting desk to bring up channels for focusing, adjustment and other operations 2.2 Safely power up dimmers and set up patch system 2.3 Attach light beam control accessories so that use of lights complies with instructions and procedures 2.4 Apply safe manual-handling techniques when rolling, unrolling and storing cables 2.5 Identify problems with equipment promptly and take action within the scope of own responsibility or report to relevant personnel 2.6 Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready and available to productions at specified locations 2.7 Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients or the public during the completion of tasks |
3. Complete post-production tasks |
3.1 Store lighting gel, lamps and other lighting equipment according to organisational procedures 3.2 Perform routine check of lamps and report repair and maintenance issues to relevant personnel |
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 |
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Oral communication |
1.1, 2.5, 2.7, 3.2 |
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Numeracy |
1.2, 1.6, 2.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.5, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 2.5, 2.7, 3.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUALGT201 Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge (Release 2) |
CUALGT201 Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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