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Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project

Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project

Unit of competency
National Code
CUSGEN03A
State Code
C4071
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/10/2005
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/08/2009
Field of Education
120301 - Social And Interpersonal Skills Programmes
Original Release Date
17/08/2009
Nominal Hours
34
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to collaborate intensively with colleagues, particularly where they have different areas of expertise and are required to work with other specialists in developing and finalising a production. This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to collaborate intensively with colleagues, particularly where they have different areas of expertise and are required to work with other specialists in developing and finalising a production.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Cooperate in planning the product and strategy for producing it
  • 1.1 Clarify the understanding of what is to be produced and purpose for which it is being produced
  • 1.2 Identify the areas of expertise required and the role and area of input of each individual
  • 1.3 Take colleagues' and other specialists' opinions and expertise into account in the development of the plan
  • 1.4 Identify, evaluate and incorporate the contributions of colleagues in the development of the strategy
2 Value and respect the skills of others and their contribution to the project
  • 2.1 Provide opportunities for all contributors to the project to explain their ideas and how their skills can contribute to the achievement of best outcomes
  • 2.2 Explain the importance of each area of expertise to the final product
  • 2.3 Identify the role and area of input of each person and explain how it relates to the achievement of the final production
3 Set up and maintain productive workplace relationships
  • 3.1 Treat colleagues with consideration, respect and empathy to develop and maintain harmonious working relationships
  • 3.2 Ensure an effective flow of communication between those representing different areas of expertise
4 Use effective strategies for solving problems
  • 4.1 Achieve solutions to problems by concentrating on the problem and not the personalities of the people involved
  • 4.2 Strive to achieve a solution that all those involved can accept by taking all points of view into account and providing opportunities for all to contribute to the solution
Range of variables
Variable
Scope

Areas of expertise may include:
design
writing the script
camera operation and photography
music and sound
engineering and other technical areas
directing
instructional design
programming
design of interactivity
game design
marketing
finance
graphics
animation
content expertise
cultural protocols
Appropriate personnel to work with may include:
producers
directors
designers
IT personnel
film/television professionals
programmers
information technology specialists
educators
designers
head of department
other technical staff
other specialist creative and administrative staff
community groups
Evidence guide
Underpinning knowledge and skills
Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in, the following areas:
effective communication skills (verbal and non verbal)
knowledge of the particular industry and the areas of expertise required for successful production.
negotiation skills
high level management and organisational skills
problem solving and dispute resolution skills


Linkages to other units
This is a core unit that underpins effective performance in a range of cultural industry units. It is recommended that this unit is delivered/assessed in conjunction with other operational and technical units.


Critical aspects of evidence
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
productive and effective interaction with members of the team
the ability to put forward a point of view in an accepting and non judgemental manner
good listening techniques
high level communication and negotiation skills


Method and context of assessment
Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
practical demonstration (direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance)
role play
case studies
work samples or simulated workplace activities
oral questioning/interview
written or interactive computer based test or quiz
projects/reports/logbooks
third party reports and authenticated prior achievements
portfolios of evidence


Resource requirements
There are no special resource requirements for this unit apart from access to appropriate information.

Key competencies
Level


Collecting, organising and analysing information
2
Communicating ideas and information
3
Planning and organising activities
2
Working with others and in teams
3
Solving problems
3
Using mathematical ideas and techniques
1
Using technology
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
C7284 CUSGEN03B Collaborate with colleagues in planning and producing a project Unit of competency