Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a broadcast studio panel.
It applies to individuals who are responsible for ensuring that all audio inputs are mixed smoothly in line with program requirements for live to air broadcasts. They work closely with other presenters and guests, providing them with cues prior to opening microphones.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and entertainment production – broadcasting
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for broadcast |
1.1 Check studio equipment is safe and operational, and report any non-functioning equipment according to station procedures and work health and safety requirements 1.2 Identify and rectify simple problems, referring those beyond one’s own responsibilities to relevant people 1.3 Confirm in advance that all pre-recorded material is ready for broadcast 1.4 Confirm that external sources required by the program are available from point of origin to studio panel desk 1.5 Check that arrangements for recording and linking live sources meet production requirements 1.6 Conduct sound check and adjust as necessary in line with station procedures, health and safety, and production requirements |
2. Mix audio inputs on air |
2.1 Mix audio inputs through the studio panel to produce required sound level and tonal balances 2.2 Execute sound cues according to production requirements 2.3 Cue and play presentation material according to program schedule 2.4 Cue studio guests as required and open microphones 2.5 Deal with operational problems of equipment promptly and effectively throughout on-air sessions 2.6 Follow instructions from relevant people during live sessions as required 2.7 Complete program on time and hand over to next presenter as required |
3. Complete operations after broadcast |
3.1 Save relevant material for archiving and future use in line with station procedures 3.2 Ensure surplus material is dealt with in line with station procedures 3.3 Complete documentation in line with station procedures 3.4 Check and clean equipment and work environment in line with station procedures 3.5 Notify relevant people of technical faults and problems in line with station procedures 3.6 Seek feedback from relevant people on own performance as a panel operator, and note areas for improvement |
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 |
3.1, 3.4, 3.5 |
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Writing |
3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2, 2.1, 2.4, 2.6, 3.5, 3.6 |
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Numeracy |
2.7 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.2, 3.1-3.5 |
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Interact with others |
2.4, 2.6, 3.5, 3.6 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.6, 2.1-2.7, 3.1-3.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUASOU204 Mix sound in a broadcasting environment |
CUSSOU202A Mix sound in a broadcasting environment |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to clarify intent. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5