Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Scenery and Set Construction

Certificate III in Scenery and Set Construction

Qualification
National Code:
CUF30307
State Code:
D194
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
11/11/2010
Approved Date
09/03/2012
Stream of Study
Trade Technician/Supervisory or Equivelant (4300)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
504
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/11/2010
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 11/11/2010 Current Approved
Description

Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in the area of constructing sets, props and scenery for productions, events or exhibitions in the film, television and entertainment industries. They apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.

Job roles
Construction workshop assistant
Props assistant
Scenic art assistant.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)
- four (4) core units
- six (6) Group A units
- two (2) elective units

Two (2) elective units must be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level.

Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
1. Core Units

All four (4) units must be completed.
Note: CUFIND301B OR CUEIND01C to be chosen, NOT both.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
W9367 CPCCCM1005A Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
D2954 CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
D1658 CUEIND01C Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge 10 Unit of competency
W5563 MEM18001C Use hand tools 18 Unit of competency
D4355 CUFIND301B Work effectively in the screen and media industries 20 Unit of competency
2. Group A Specialist Elective Units

Six (6) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D1565 CUEPRP03B Apply a general knowledge of props construction 20 Unit of competency
W9477 CPCCPD3008A Apply decorative paint finishes 50 Unit of competency
W9473 CPCCPD3004A Apply paint by spray 64 Unit of competency
D1577 CUESET05C Apply set construction techniques 140 Unit of competency
W9472 CPCCPD3003A Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray 24 Unit of competency
D1183 CUFPRP301A Assemble and maintain props 20 Unit of competency
D1188 CUFSET301A Assemble and maintain sets 60 Unit of competency
D1568 CUEPRP06B Construct mechanical props 100 Unit of competency
D1580 CUESET10B Construct mechanical sets 100 Unit of competency
D1579 CUESET09B Construct soft scenery 30 Unit of competency
D1574 CUESCE07B Create special effects for scenic art 60 Unit of competency
D1189 CUFSFX301A Maintain and repair special effects items 50 Unit of competency
D1567 CUEPRP05B Make prop furniture 100 Unit of competency
D1569 CUEPRP07B Make props using mixed media 50 Unit of competency
D1583 CUESET302A Make sets 30 Unit of competency
D1186 CUFSCE201A Prepare and prime scenic art cloths 25 Unit of competency
D1182 CUFPRP201A Repair, maintain and alter props 15 Unit of competency
D1187 CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art 15 Unit of competency
D1564 CUEPRP02B Research, obtain and prepare props 70 Unit of competency
D1566 CUEPRP04B Use casting and moulding techniques to make props 50 Unit of competency
D1573 CUESCE06B Use scenic art painting techniques 120 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D1606 CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging 60 Unit of competency
C9253 HLTFA301B Apply first aid 20 Unit of competency
D0757 BSBINN201A Contribute to workplace innovation 20 Unit of competency
D0645 BSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
W9499 CPCCSC2002A Erect and dismantle basic scaffolding 40 Unit of competency
D0660 BSBDES302A Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms 50 Unit of competency
D0661 BSBDES303A Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms 50 Unit of competency
D0659 BSBDES301A Explore the use of colour 40 Unit of competency
W9337 CPCCCA2001A Handle carpentry materials 16 Unit of competency
W9501 CPCCSF2001A Handle steelfixing materials 32 Unit of competency
D1602 CUESTA01C Install staging elements 80 Unit of competency
D1693 CUVCRS06B Make scale models 70 Unit of competency
D1021 BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
D1690 CUVCRS03B Produce computer-aided drawings 60 Unit of competency
D1684 CUVCOR08B Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept 70 Unit of competency
D1691 CUVCRS04B Produce technical drawings 70 Unit of competency
W9370 CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications 32 Unit of competency
W7152 LMTCL2004B Sew components 50 Unit of competency
W9434 CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry 4 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C674 CUE30103 Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Construction and Manufacturing) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AZM4 CUA30415 Certificate III in Live Production and Services Qualification
VET Info Notes
Note that this qualification is not a direct replacement of CUE30103. CUE03 package does state "Deleted and replaced (imported from CUF07 and revised to cover both the screen and entertainment industries)". STARS has been updated to reflect the CUE03 Training Package mapping.
Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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