Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 12:31 AM AWST
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Present radio programs
Present radio programs
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFAIR301A
CUFAIR301A
State Code
D1059
D1059
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/12/2008
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
05/12/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to operate a panel and present live-to-air programs in a basic radio studio.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Prepare for broadcasts
- 1. Organise presentation material so that it can be accessed easily during on-air sessions
- 2. Exercise voice in preparation for on-air sessions
- 3. Confirm that pre-recorded material is available for broadcast prior to commencement of broadcasts
- 4. Check with outgoing presenter that equipment is fully operational and refer faults or problems to relevant personnel
- 5. Cooperate with outgoing presenter as required to ensure a smooth transition between programs
Mix audio inputs
- 6. Mix audio inputs through the studio panel to produce required level and tonal balances
- 7. Prevent extraneous sounds not intended for broadcast from going to air
- 8. Cue and play presentation material according to program running sheets
- 9. Deal with equipment operational problems promptly and effectively throughout on-air sessions
- 10. Brief and cue studio guests as required
Present programs
- 11. Ensure presentation style is consistent with station requirements
- 12. Present material and interact with studio guests in a way that engages listeners
- 13. Recover presentation errors and respond to equipment malfunctions with minimum disruption to program flow
- 14. Respond to studio direction as required
Wrap up broadcast session
- 15. Time presentation material to allow smooth transition to the following program in consultation with the next presenter
- 16. Save relevant material for archiving and future use according to station procedures
- 17. Complete relevant documentation according to station procedures
- 18. Leave studio in an orderly state for the next presenter
- 19. Reflect on own performance during broadcasts 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.
Presentation material may include:
minimal ad-libbing
music
pre-recorded interviews, announcements, sound grabs
scripted announcements, intros and outros.
Equipment may include:
audio playback equipment
CD players
computer technology and associated software
headphones
microphones
off-air monitors
studio panel
turntables.
Relevant personnel may include:
producers
station managers
technical staff/volunteers.
Audio inputs may include:
live voice in studio
music
pre-recorded material.
Presentation styles may include:
comic
conversational/casual
dramatic
serious.
Documentation may include:
APRA (Australasian Performing Rights Association) log
equipment fault reports
production schedule.
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.
Presentation material may include:
minimal ad-libbing
music
pre-recorded interviews, announcements, sound grabs
scripted announcements, intros and outros.
Equipment may include:
audio playback equipment
CD players
computer technology and associated software
headphones
microphones
off-air monitors
studio panel
turntables.
Relevant personnel may include:
producers
station managers
technical staff/volunteers.
Audio inputs may include:
live voice in studio
music
pre-recorded material.
Presentation styles may include:
comic
conversational/casual
dramatic
serious.
Documentation may include:
APRA (Australasian Performing Rights Association) log
equipment fault reports
production schedule.
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 integrate a number of different tasks simultaneously
ability to operate a basic studio panel and present information live to air on at least three occasions
ability to present information on air in a conversational and natural way.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a basic radio studio
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 recordings of programs presented live to air by the candidate
observation of the candidate presenting a radio program live to air
written or verbal 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:
CUFAIR201A Develop techniques for presenting information on radio
CUFPPM301A Plan and prepare programs.
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 integrate a number of different tasks simultaneously
ability to operate a basic studio panel and present information live to air on at least three occasions
ability to present information on air in a conversational and natural way.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a basic radio studio
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 recordings of programs presented live to air by the candidate
observation of the candidate presenting a radio program live to air
written or verbal 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:
CUFAIR201A Develop techniques for presenting information on radio
CUFPPM301A Plan and prepare programs.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWK09 | CUAAIR301 | Present programs on air | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D192 | CUF30107 | Certificate III in Media | Qualification |