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.

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

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1

• Applies an understanding of scale, lighting symbols and notation conventions when interpreting lighting plans

Oral communication

1.1, 2.5, 2.7, 3.2

• Obtains information by listening and questioning

Numeracy

1.2, 1.6, 2.1

• Counts and sorts equipment
• Uses numerically-based controls on equipment
• Calculates power loadings (amperage)

Navigate the world of work

1.5, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2

• Follows safety and workplace procedures in relation to assigned duties
• Understands and completes main tasks and responsibilities, within the boundaries of own role

Interact with others

1.1, 2.5, 2.7, 3.2

• Works collaboratively to complete lighting tasks

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

• Plans and completes routine tasks
• Recognises and responds to predictable routine problems related to own role
• Seeks assistance when problems are beyond immediate responsibilities or experience
• Operates lighting desks at a basic level

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

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.