Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
CUA50413
J705
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/11/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use specialised knowledge, apply theory and creative skills in a range of situations, and display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing technical operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad parameters.
Electrical work
In some States and Territories of Australia a restricted electrical licence is required. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.
Pyrotechnics
In some States and Territories of Australia a licence is required to allow people to plan and operate a fireworks display.
National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work
The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.
CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.
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
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSEntry 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 technical production skills in at least one specialisation that support learning at Diploma level. A specialisation could comprise skills in at least one of the following areas:
- costume
- lighting
- scenery and props
- screen and media
- sound
- stage management
- staging
- vision systems.
In particular, they must be able to provide evidence of their ability to:
- develop solutions in at least one specialisation;
- produce a body of work demonstrating technical skills in at least one specialisation;
- respond effectively to workplace challenges and requirements in line with current industry standards; and
- apply knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one specialisation.
Those skills and knowledge may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = fifteen (15)
- five (5) core units plus
- ten (10) elective units, of which:
- one (1) unit must be from Group A
- four (4) units must be from Group B
- of the remaining units:
- up to five (5) units may be from Group B and/or Group C
- up to two (2) units may be from Group D
- up to two (2) 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 five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB921 | BSBWOR502B | Ensure team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0638 | BSBCOM501B | Identify and interpret compliance requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S7681 | CUVIND501B | Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WI144 | CUAPPM504 | Manage bump in and bump out of shows | 150 | Unit of competency |
| W9434 | CPCCOHS1001A | Work safely in the construction industry | 4 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE733 | BSBWHS501A | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE736 | BSBWHS504A | Manage WHS hazards and risks | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) and up to nine (9) units to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units
4. Group C Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to five (5) 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 two (2) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C683 | CUE50303 | Diploma of Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Production) | Qualification |
| C688 | CUE50403 | Diploma of Venues and Events | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZK8 | CUA50415 | Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:
Have completed CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures or can demonstrate equivalence; and
Are able to demonstrate technical production skills in at least one specialisation that support learning at Diploma level. A specialisation could comprise skills in at least one of the following areas:
costume
lighting
scenery and props
screen and media
sound
stage management
staging
vision systems.
In particular, they must be able to provide evidence of their ability to:
develop solutions in at least one specialisation;
produce a body of work demonstrating technical skills in at least one specialisation;
respond effectively to workplace challenges and requirements in line with current industry standards; and
apply knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one specialisation.
Those skills and knowledge may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
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