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Write and apply scripting language in authoring

Write and apply scripting language in authoring

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADIG414
State Code
ODF72
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
020103 - Programming
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to write and apply scripting language in authoring interactive media products.The unit applies to those who apply skills in writing and customising their own code for work in client-side technologies. They investigate, develop, write and integrate basic scripting routines to enhance interaction levels or remedy functionality errors in interactive media products. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Investigate scripting options
  • 1.1 Assess design specifications and identify areas where customised or new scripting languages may be required
  • 1.2 Locate script libraries for pre-written scripts
  • 1.3 Discuss scripting options and confirm compliance with design specifications with required personnel
2. Write scripts
  • 2.1 Outline control structures and algorithms using pseudo-code and flow charts
  • 2.2 Check objects and assets are in place and identified by labels
  • 2.3 Identify and recommend event handlers
  • 2.4 Write code using correct syntax according to functional requirements
  • 2.5 Identify coding comment requirements and document comments as required
  • 2.6 Confirm code and syntax meet functional requirements using authoring environment as required
  • 2.7 Save code in required format
  • 2.8 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time
3. Integrate and confirm scripting language
  • 3.1 Integrate selected scripts into authoring environment
  • 3.2 Confirm scripted elements comply with design specifications
  • 3.3 Eliminate or merge redundant code and confirm clean code
4. Test scripting language
  • 4.1 Conduct tests and confirm routines and scripted elements meet required technical specifications
  • 4.2 Test scripting language for faults and document findings
  • 4.3 Remove faults using standard de-bugging techniques
5. Evaluate scripting language
  • 5.1 Evaluate process and record decisions in consultation with required personnel
  • 5.2 Archive newly written scripts for future use
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWJ34 CUADIG404 Apply scripting language in authoring Unit of competency