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Prepare and prime scenic art cloths
Prepare and prime scenic art cloths
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFSCE201A
CUFSCE201A
State Code
D1186
D1186
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare and prime scenic art cloths for productions in television, film and interactive media.The role of scenic artists and set construction personnel is to construct scenic art components ready for painting and other artwork.They require a good understanding of scenic art processes with particular focus on stretching, priming and rendering cloths used in the construction of set elements, such as backdrops or flats.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Prepare for cloth construction
- 1. Liaise with relevant production personnel to ascertain and confirm production requirements
- 2. Interpret available documentation to determine required quantities and measurements for planned construction of scenic art cloths
- 3. Select requisite tools, equipment and materials according to design specifications
Construct scenic art cloths
- 4. Apply appropriate techniques for layout of scenic art cloths
- 5. Evaluate construction of scenic art elements to ensure they meet design and production specifications
- 6. Seek feedback on work in progress with relevant production personnel and make adjustments as required
- 7. Complete all work with due regard to OHS regulations and enterprise procedures
Prime and store cloth
- 8. Apply appropriate materials to scenic art cloths in preparation for artwork
- 9. Label and code each scenic art element for identification during production phase
- 10. Store scenic art cloth and other elements according to enterprise procedures
- 11. Finalise and distribute documentation to relevant production personnel as required
- 12. Review own work and identify areas for improvement
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.
Production personnel may include:
art director
director
director of photography
floor manager
head of department
painter and artist
producer
production designer
production manager
scenic art department personnel
scenic art designer
scenic art production staff
set designer
sets maker, e.g. carpenter
sets manager
sets storeman
stand-by sets
supervisor
technical director
other technical/specialist staff.
Production requirements may include:
application, e.g. practical or illusionary
day and night
deadlines
fire proofing
hazardous situations
interior and exterior
multiple locations
opaque
production schedules
solid
special effects sets.
Documentation may include:
colour charts
computer generated
confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes
descriptive scenic art checklists
fault reports
hire agreements
manually written
manufacture schedules
manufacturer specifications and instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
paint colour formulas
production schedules
running sheets
scenic art breakdown lists
scenic art design
scenic art schedules and plans
scripts
sketches
stock orders
stock reports
technical drawings.
Scenic art cloth may include:
canvas
gauze
leather
muslin
nessle
silk
synthetic fabrics
velour
wool.
Equipment may include:
brushes
charcoal sticks
conversion tables
cutting boards and tables
dyeing facilities
gaffer tape
glue guns
graining combs
hammers
hopper guns
measuring tapes
rollers
scissors and cutters
sponges
spray-guns
stamps
staplers
tacks
tools, e.g. wire cutters, hammers and pliers.
Materials may include:
adhesives
dyes
fire retardant
primers
solvent-based paints
texture mediums
water-based paints.
Scenic art elements may include:
backdrops
cycloramas
drops
flats
flooring and floor cladding
flown pieces
large props, e.g. furniture
rakes
rostrums
scaffolding
soft drapes
stairs
treads.
Productions may include:
animations
commercials
documentaries
feature films
interactive media
live or pre-recorded television productions
live theatre or events
music videos
short films
television productions of any type.
OHS regulations may include:
Australian Recommended Safety Code for Film and Television
commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations
relevant local government construction rules and regulations
relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice, e.g. the Building Code of Australia.
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.
Production personnel may include:
art director
director
director of photography
floor manager
head of department
painter and artist
producer
production designer
production manager
scenic art department personnel
scenic art designer
scenic art production staff
set designer
sets maker, e.g. carpenter
sets manager
sets storeman
stand-by sets
supervisor
technical director
other technical/specialist staff.
Production requirements may include:
application, e.g. practical or illusionary
day and night
deadlines
fire proofing
hazardous situations
interior and exterior
multiple locations
opaque
production schedules
solid
special effects sets.
Documentation may include:
colour charts
computer generated
confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes
descriptive scenic art checklists
fault reports
hire agreements
manually written
manufacture schedules
manufacturer specifications and instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
paint colour formulas
production schedules
running sheets
scenic art breakdown lists
scenic art design
scenic art schedules and plans
scripts
sketches
stock orders
stock reports
technical drawings.
Scenic art cloth may include:
canvas
gauze
leather
muslin
nessle
silk
synthetic fabrics
velour
wool.
Equipment may include:
brushes
charcoal sticks
conversion tables
cutting boards and tables
dyeing facilities
gaffer tape
glue guns
graining combs
hammers
hopper guns
measuring tapes
rollers
scissors and cutters
sponges
spray-guns
stamps
staplers
tacks
tools, e.g. wire cutters, hammers and pliers.
Materials may include:
adhesives
dyes
fire retardant
primers
solvent-based paints
texture mediums
water-based paints.
Scenic art elements may include:
backdrops
cycloramas
drops
flats
flooring and floor cladding
flown pieces
large props, e.g. furniture
rakes
rostrums
scaffolding
soft drapes
stairs
treads.
Productions may include:
animations
commercials
documentaries
feature films
interactive media
live or pre-recorded television productions
live theatre or events
music videos
short films
television productions of any type.
OHS regulations may include:
Australian Recommended Safety Code for Film and Television
commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations
relevant local government construction rules and regulations
relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice, e.g. the Building Code of Australia.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to:
organise and store scenic art elements in line with production requirements
demonstrate attention to detail when preparing and priming scenic art cloths
follow directions and instructions
correctly interpret scenic art specifications and documentation
handle hazardous materials and equipment in a safe manner
collaborative approach to work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
completion of scenic art preparation tasks within typical workplace time constraints
access to the tools, materials and equipment required to prepare scenic art cloths
access to productions requiring scenic art cloths
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
direct observation of the candidate preparing and priming scenic art cloths
inspection of scenic art cloths prepared by the candidate to determine whether correct procedures have been followed and production requirements have been met
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUESCE05B Apply a general knowledge of scenic art
CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to:
organise and store scenic art elements in line with production requirements
demonstrate attention to detail when preparing and priming scenic art cloths
follow directions and instructions
correctly interpret scenic art specifications and documentation
handle hazardous materials and equipment in a safe manner
collaborative approach to work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
completion of scenic art preparation tasks within typical workplace time constraints
access to the tools, materials and equipment required to prepare scenic art cloths
access to productions requiring scenic art cloths
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
direct observation of the candidate preparing and priming scenic art cloths
inspection of scenic art cloths prepared by the candidate to determine whether correct procedures have been followed and production requirements have been met
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUESCE05B Apply a general knowledge of scenic art
CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWG95 | CUASCE202 | Prepare and prime scenic art cloths | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D191 | CUF20107 | Certificate II in Creative Industries (Media) | Qualification |
| J696 | CUA30413 | Certificate III in Live Production and Services | Qualification |
| D194 | CUF30307 | Certificate III in Scenery and Set Construction | Qualification |