Modification History
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CUVPHI302A |
This version first released with CUV11 Visual Arts, Craft and Design Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply a range of techniques to capture images using a standard digital stills camera.
Application of the Unit
This unit describes many of the foundation skills needed by those planning a career in photo imaging, but also applies in contexts where photography may not be the primary job role or main focus of work activity. For example, in the creative sectors a visual artist uses these skills to document the progress of work. In the events industry, an event coordinator might need to take photographs of potential venues or site layouts. Image styles may be technical, photojournalistic or illustrative. Further skills needed by professional photographers are covered in the unit CUVPHI401A Capture images in response to a brief.
At this level, work would be undertaken independently but within established parameters. Supervision or guidance is available as required.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Prepare to capture digital images |
1.1. Discuss photographic project with relevant people and select appropriate camera and accessories 1.2. Assess digital camera features to ensure that outcomes meet project requirements 1.3. Plan shots for the project taking into account digital camera features, lighting, photographic design elements and photographic techniques |
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2. Preview and experiment with image capture |
2.1. Operate digital camera according to manufacturer specifications 2.2. Set digital camera preferences and use photographic techniques to achieve desired results 2.3. Adjust planned shots as required and experiment with different ways of achieving desired results |
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3. Review images |
3.1. Download digital images or scan developed film images using appropriate digital imaging software where appropriate 3.2. Rotate, cull, sort and rename images to meet requirements 3.3. Apply metadata and key words to images as required 3.4. Back up and archive as required 3.5. Seek feedback from others on quality of original captures and note areas for future improvement |
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4. Enhance images |
4.1. Enhance images using digital imaging software 4.2. Evaluate outcome against project requirements and confirm with relevant people as required 4.3. Seek feedback from others on quality of enhanced images and note areas for future improvement |
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5. Finalise image capture process |
5.1. Catalogue as required, ensuring extraction and embedding of all necessary metadata as required 5.2. Complete workplace documentation as required 5.3. Clean and store equipment and accessories according to workplace procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication and literacy skills to:
- interpret and clarify written and verbal instructions
- follow instructions in equipment operation manuals
- interpret technical charts or diagrams associated with standard cameras
- critical thinking skills to evaluate a range of information in order to assess and respond to the requirements of a photo imaging project
- problem-solving skills to:
- resolve minor equipment set-up problems
- identify and correct image issues when enhancing
- self-management skills to:
- work within requirements of a project
- seek expert assistance when required
- technical skills to proficiently use:
- a digital camera to create well-composed photo images
- software and other equipment to enhance photo images.
Required knowledge
- basic photographic techniques
- features of standard digital cameras
- cleaning and maintenance techniques for cameras and accessories
- key photo imaging industry terminology
- pixel count (megapixels) and how this relates to resolution and output size of the final image
- elements and principles of design for photo images
- manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to image capture and storage requirements and locations
- OHS procedures in relation to photo imaging work, cameras and computers.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
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Relevant people may include: |
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Accessories may include: |
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Digital camera features may include: |
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Lighting may be: |
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Photographic design elements may relate to: |
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Photographic techniques may be: |
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Digital imaging software may include: |
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Sort may include: |
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Metadata may include: |
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Enhance may include: |
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Documentation may be: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Visual communication – photo imaging
