Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare video assets

Prepare video assets

Unit of competency
National Code
CUFDIG301A
State Code
D1107
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/11/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/11/2008
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
17/11/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare video assets for inclusion in interactive media.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify video assets
  • 1. Obtain digital sources of video
  • 2. Identify file format of source video
  • 3. Identify output purpose, destination and platform
  • 4. Discuss with relevant personnel required output file format and codecs for specified bandwidths
  • 5. Discuss with relevant personnel appropriate video encoding software
Prepare video assets
  • 6. Open appropriate video encoding software and load video file
  • 7. Ensure duration of video sequences meets that required by the specification, and clip if necessary
  • 8. Determine and apply appropriate video and audio codecs
  • 9. Batch and optimise video files where possible
  • 10. Save files in appropriate output file format using standard naming conventions
Package video assets
  • 11. Assign metadata tags if required
  • 12. Group files logically in folder system using standard naming conventions
  • 13. Store in share drive or asset repository for production team access
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.
File format of source video includes:
Betacam, including SP and digital
DVC
DVD
miniDV
SVHS
Umatic
VHS.
Purpose may include:
animation
e-learning resource
game
interactive application
website.
Destination may include:
computer-based playback software, such as iTunes
downloading server
internet video players, such as:
QuickTime
Windows Media Player
RealPlayer
progressive downloading (buffering) server
streaming server.
Platform may include:
CD
DVD
games console
internet
kiosk
mobile phone
other video playback devices
personal digital assistant (PDA)
video player (iPods).
Relevant personnel may include:
client
producer
programmer and technical support people
supervisor
video editor
other specialist creative and administrative staff.
Output file formats include:
FLV
lossless and lossy
M4V
MOV
MPEG-2
MPEG-4
RealMedia
WAV
WMV.
Codecs may include:
audio codecs, including:
mono and stereo
bit sampling rates and bit depth
standardised and pre-set codecs
video codecs, including:
screen size
frame rate
bit rate (constant and variable)
one pass and double pass
standardised and pre-set codecs, such as:
H.261, H.263 and H.264
MPEG
Sorenson, Cinepak, RealVideo
MMV.
Video encoding software may include:
specialised video compression tools, such as DivX and Squeeze
video editing tools, such as:
Adobe Premier
Final Cut Pro
Final Cut Express
QuickTime Pro
Media 100
iMovie
Movie Maker
WaveLab.
Metadata tags may include:
author
copyright
description
other as specified
resolution
version.
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:
preparation of a range of video sequences to be included in interactive media products that meet appropriate technical specifications
proficient use of video encoding software.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to industry-standard video encoding software
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
evaluation of video assets prepared by the candidate on a number of occasions
written or oral questioning to test knowledge of codecs for various platforms and understanding of file compression.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFSOU301A Prepare audio assets.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWJ36 CUADIG301 Prepare video assets Unit of competency