Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL974008A Capture and manage scientific images
Application
This unit of competency covers the ability to capture accurate and reproducible images of scientific (environmental, medical and technical) subjects using a scientific approach and workplace procedures/protocols to ensure the integrity of the image. It also includes the ability to generate and maintain pre- and post-image capture records to ensure that images can be reproduced.
This unit of competency is applicable to laboratory technicians in all industry sectors. Personnel who capture images as a substantial part of their job role, should consider accessing the following units of competency from the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package:
- CUAPHI402 Apply photo imaging lighting techniques
- CUAPHI302 Capture photographic images
- CUAPHI401 Capture images in response to a brief
- CUAPHI303 Process photo images to work-print and file stage
- CUAPHI510 Produce technical photo images.
While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, laboratory operations are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Competency Field
Testing
Unit Sector
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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Establish requirements for image capture |
1.1 |
Define requirements and purpose of the work and create a brief |
1.2 |
Choose an imaging technique that maintains the integrity and veracity of the subject and fulfils the work requirements |
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1.3 |
Plan the work using technical knowledge to ensure an effective and efficient result |
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2 |
Plan and set up the shoot |
2.1 |
Select and assemble the required equipment |
2.2 |
Follow ethical and legal work practices at all times |
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2.3 |
Assess risks or hazards and implement safety procedures |
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2.4 |
Prepare the subject to achieve the brief |
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3 |
Capture and reproduce the required image |
3.1 |
Expose media or film and accurately document the work in progress |
3.2 |
Review the image against the work requirements and repeat if necessary |
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3.3 |
Reproduce the image to specification |
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4 |
Keep records and deliver images |
4.1 |
Accurately and retrievably record the request, technical specifications and images so that they are retrievable |
4.2 |
Store records safely and securely to archival standards |
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4.3 |
Follow copyright and crediting policies and procedures |
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4.4 |
Make the images available to the client, discuss the results and ensure that requirements have been met |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. |
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Scientific imaging techniques |
Scientific imaging techniques include one or more of:
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Scientific subjects |
Scientific subjects include, but are not limited to, one or more of:
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Purpose of the image |
Purpose of the image includes, but is not limited to, one or more of:
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Ethical and legal work practices |
Ethical and legal work practices include one or more of :
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Production of images |
Production of images includes one or more of:
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Storage of records |
Storage of records includes one or more of:
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Safety procedures |
Safety procedures include, but are not limited to, one or more of:
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Work health and safety (WHS) and environmental management requirements |
WHS and environmental management requirements include: · complying with WHS and environmental management requirements at all times, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time · applying standard precautions relating to the potentially hazardous nature of samples · accessing and applying current industry understanding of infection control issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and State and Territory Departments of Health, where relevant |
Unit Mapping Information
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL974008A Capture and manage scientific images
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c63a03b-4a6b-4ae5-9560-1e3c5f462baa