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Create special effects for scenic art

Create special effects for scenic art

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASCE401
State Code
WI184
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create a range of visual effects, such as textures and trompe l’oeil, on scenic art for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for ensuring that special effects on scenic art meet the creative requirements of productions. They may be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm special effects requirements
  • 1.1 Discuss special effects requirements for scenic art with relevant colleagues
  • 1.2 Analyse production schedules, specifications, lists and scale drawings to gain a full understanding of requirements
  • 1.3 Discuss visual interpretation of special effects and ways in which they could be realised
  • 1.4 Reach agreement on scope of own work and production deadlines
  • 1.5 Take account of budgetary and other constraints when planning how to achieve special effects
2. Test techniques for creating special effects
  • 2.1 In consultation with relevant colleagues identify options for achieving required effects and establish criteria for selecting final approaches
  • 2.2 Use a range of sources to research different approaches and techniques
  • 2.3 Select tools and equipment to test approaches and techniques
  • 2.4 Test and experiment with a range of techniques and materials that might achieve required effects
  • 2.5 Evaluate testing processes against selection criteria and select preferred approach
  • 2.6 Document selected processes, including records of materials and equipment to be used
3. Produce special effects scenic art
  • 3.1 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible
  • 3.2 Use selected techniques to produce special effects for scenic art
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust as required
  • 3.4 Promptly identify problems encountered while creating special effects, take action within scope of own responsibilities or refer to others as required
  • 3.5 Follow safety procedures throughout the process according to organisational requirements
  • 3.6 Contribute to evaluations of set construction processes and note ways to improve own work performance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1574 CUESCE07B Create special effects for scenic art Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG25 CUASCE411 Create special effects for scenic art Unit of competency