Unit of competency Outline
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Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
Unit of competency
National Code
CUELGT06C
CUELGT06C
State Code
D1664
D1664
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/09/2008
Field of Education
031301 - Electrical Engineering
Original Release Date
19/09/2008
Nominal Hours
140
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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memory desks
moving light desk or moving light features/software of theatre desk.
Control desk
control cables
desk lamps
external memory storage
monitors.
Control desk
backup units
effects units
printers
riggers controls.
analogue dimmers
multiplexed analogue dimmers
multiplexed digital dimmers.
single unit (follow spot) dimmers, eg Model 1 or Monopak
small self-contained dimmable controllers, eg Fourpack, Quadpak.
Lanterns must include:
architectural fixtures
PAR cans (110V and 240V)
Theatre-based units, eg Profiles, Fresnels, eye floods.
Knowledge of the operational
animation discs
automated lighting
colour scrollers
dedicated controllers for moving lights and remotely controlled lighting effects
gobo rotators
other effects accessories.
Testing the
all dimmer channels are functioning properly
all operational controls on the lighting board function properly
all peripherals are functioning properly
any riggers' or designer controls are functioning properly
correct control protocols have been selected
soft patch has been correctly configured
there is a valid DMX line/signal.
Advanced
automatically linked fades
chases
conditional fades
multiple simultaneous fades
operator's visual cues.
moving light desk or moving light features/software of theatre desk.
Control desk
control cables
desk lamps
external memory storage
monitors.
Control desk
backup units
effects units
printers
riggers controls.
analogue dimmers
multiplexed analogue dimmers
multiplexed digital dimmers.
single unit (follow spot) dimmers, eg Model 1 or Monopak
small self-contained dimmable controllers, eg Fourpack, Quadpak.
Lanterns must include:
architectural fixtures
PAR cans (110V and 240V)
Theatre-based units, eg Profiles, Fresnels, eye floods.
Knowledge of the operational
animation discs
automated lighting
colour scrollers
dedicated controllers for moving lights and remotely controlled lighting effects
gobo rotators
other effects accessories.
Testing the
all dimmer channels are functioning properly
all operational controls on the lighting board function properly
all peripherals are functioning properly
any riggers' or designer controls are functioning properly
correct control protocols have been selected
soft patch has been correctly configured
there is a valid DMX line/signal.
Advanced
automatically linked fades
chases
conditional fades
multiple simultaneous fades
operator's visual cues.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
ability to use the range of console features to set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
knowledge of lighting control terms and dimmer control protocols, including those related to advanced features
effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the set up, recording and operation of lighting cues and effects for more than one production
involvement of and interaction with a production team to reflect the collaborative nature of the production process
use of industry-current equipment.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
evaluation of lighting effects produced by the candidate
evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate on the processes undertaken to produce lighting for a given set of requirements
case studies projects to develop lighting for different types of production
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of equipment features
review of portfolios of evidence or third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (eg people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a range of lighting equipment identified in the Range Statement
a production venue.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
ability to use the range of console features to set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects
knowledge of lighting control terms and dimmer control protocols, including those related to advanced features
effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the set up, recording and operation of lighting cues and effects for more than one production
involvement of and interaction with a production team to reflect the collaborative nature of the production process
use of industry-current equipment.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
evaluation of lighting effects produced by the candidate
evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate on the processes undertaken to produce lighting for a given set of requirements
case studies projects to develop lighting for different types of production
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of equipment features
review of portfolios of evidence or third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (eg people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a range of lighting equipment identified in the Range Statement
a production venue.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C7244 | CUELGT06B | Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects | Unit of competency |