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. Determine audio network requirements

1.1 Establish system requirements in consultation with relevant personnel and with reference to production documentation

1.2 Investigate available system resources and determine capabilities

1.3 Draw accurate system flow charts with all components in correct order

1.4 Allocate audio stage boxes where analogue audio is required

1.5 Determine audio schedules and allow for pre-set system configurations and dynamic system changes

1.6 Discuss and finalise plans for audio system control networks that meet production requirements and timelines

2. Test and commission network

2.1 Assemble hardware components and network topography according to system needs and safety procedures

2.2 Complete interface with analogue audio as required

2.3 Test network topography and resources to ensure correct functioning

2.4 Commission analogue audio components appropriately

2.5 Activate and implement all DSP system pre-sets

3. Monitor network

3.1 Crosscheck performance of amplifiers and loudspeakers according to DSP system assignments

3.2 Apply knowledge of data interfacing and protocols to work activities

3.3 Identify problems with network, then take appropriate action or report to relevant colleagues as required

3.4 In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of audio network operations and note areas for future improvement

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2

• Obtains information from a range of written sources

Writing

1.3, 3.4

• Prepares and updates workplace documentation
• Documents outcomes of evaluations

Oral communication

1.1, 1.5, 1.6, 3.3, 3.4

• Obtains information by listening and questioning
• Discusses ideas and solutions in relation to audio operations

Numeracy

2.3, 2.5

• Uses numerical features of audio equipment

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.3, 1.6, 2.1, 3.3, 3.4

• Follows workplace protocols and safety procedures
• Meets work deadlines
• Demonstrates a commitment to improving own work performance through contributing to evaluations of audio network operations

Interact with others

1.1, 1.5, 1.6, 3.3, 3.4

• Works collaboratively to confirm requirements and complete tasks
• Follows accepted communication practices and protocols

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, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

• Adopts a methodical and logical approach to establishing, testing and monitoring audio system control networks
• Assesses information about audio system control networks and devises the most effective way to meet audio network requirements for productions
• Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing predictable, and some less predictable, problems that arise in audio operations
• Applies knowledge of audio concepts and principles to the management of audio system control networks
• Controls wiring and audio routing options for distributed audio control systems
• Uses standard word processing and spreadsheet applications to prepare audio production documentation

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUASOU403 Manage audio system control networks (Release 2)

CUASOU403 Manage audio system control networks (Release 1)

Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

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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.