Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Live Production Design
Diploma of Live Production Design
CUA50513
J706
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 20/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 02/11/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 21/11/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who design for live theatre performance. They execute judgements across a broad range of technical functions in the entertainment industry and have a wide range of specialised technical, creative or conceptual skills. They have autonomy in performing and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad parameters.
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).
Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.
Information on occupational licensing and its intersection with vocational education and training can be found in Licensing Line News at www.licensinglinenews.com.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- seven (7) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units, of which:
- a minimum of one (1) unit must be from Group A
- a minimum of one (1) unit must be from Group B
- of the remaining units:
- up to six (6) units may be from Group A, B and/or Group C
- up to three (3) units may be from Group D
- up to three (3) units may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Diploma level or above
- up to one (1) unit may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate IV level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUM01 | BSBWHS501 | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUM32 | BSBDES502 | Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AUK32 | BSBDES501 | Implement design solutions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUI59 | BSBCMM401 | Make a presentation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WI084 | CUADES502 | Realise production designs | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AWG99 | CUARES403 | Research history and theory to inform own arts practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W9434 | CPCCOHS1001A | Work safely in the construction industry | 4 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of one (1) and up to six units to be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ48 | CUACOS507 | Construct costume corsetry and undergarments | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ47 | CUACOS509 | Design costumes | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WI083 | CUADES501 | Design events | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI172 | CUAPRP501 | Design props | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WI189 | CUASET501 | Design sets | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WI235 | CUAVSS501 | Design vision systems | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AWI57 | CUALGT504 | Develop lighting designs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWG68 | CUASOU503 | Develop sound designs | 51 | Unit of competency |
| BBD28 | CUAWHS406 | Interact appropriately with children in performing arts environments | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of one (1) and up to six units to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG67 | CUASOU505 | Implement sound designs | 51 | Unit of competency |
| WI236 | CUAVSS502 | Implement vision system designs | 90 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ46 | CUACOS510 | Realise costumes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI131 | CUALGT501 | Realise lighting designs | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WI142 | CUAPPM502 | Realise productions | 250 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
5. Group D Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGW2 | CUA50420 | Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:
1. Have completed CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures or can demonstrate equivalence; and
2. Are able to demonstrate production design skills that support learning at Diploma level.
In particular, they must be able to provide evidence of their ability to:
engage with the design process by developing solutions through research, reflection and generating and refining ideas;
produce a body of design work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively and creatively to design challenges and requirements;
refine concepts in line with current industry standards; and
apply knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one of the following areas:
costume
lighting
scenery and props
screen and media
sound
staging
vision systems.
Those skills and knowledge may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
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