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CUAPHI304
Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce colour negatives and transparencies.

It applies to individuals working in photo centres, specialised photo processing laboratories or photography studios. At this level, work may be undertaken independently or with supervision, depending on the work context.

No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare work space for colour processing

1.1 Determine appropriate colour process from supplied pre-exposed film in consultation with relevant personnel as required

1.2 Select work space that is appropriately equipped for colour processing tasks

1.3 Set up equipment and materials required for processing work

1.4 Follow enterprise codes of practice and workplace safety procedures in relation to process selected

2. Prepare to make colour prints

2.1 Process film according to manufacturer specifications

2.2 Cut, sleeve or file negatives or transparencies

2.3 Make proof sheets or work prints as required

2.4 Evaluate and select options to manipulate and output photographic prints to meet required photographic concepts

3. Make colour prints

3.1 Apply manipulation and output options to selected negatives or transparencies

3.2 Test and review results of manipulation and output options

3.3 Seek feedback on work in progress from relevant personnel as required

3.4 Make adjustments and refine work until optimum result is achieved

3.5 Collaborate with others as required to meet timelines

3.6 Document work process according to workplace procedures

3.7 Safely store processed film for future use according to workplace procedures

4. Complete post-processing activities

4.1 Clean and restore work environment to its original state and dispose of chemicals safely

4.2 Care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.3 Report damage to equipment to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures

4.4 Store equipment according to workplace procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

organise darkroom work space for safe and efficient production of colour photographs

handle pre-exposed film correctly and make proof sheets or work prints

apply appropriate wet darkroom techniques to produce colour prints suitable for display or reproduction

check and store equipment according to workplace requirements.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline work space requirements for colour processing and printing techniques in a wet darkroom environment

describe the properties and capabilities of materials and equipment used to process and print colour negatives and transparencies

describe various techniques necessary for processing colour materials in a wet darkroom context and outline the different effects that can be achieved

summarise work health and safety procedures in relation to colour processing and printing work.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

wet darkroom equipment and environment

photographic printing materials, resources and equipment for colour film processing and printing.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare work space for colour processing

1.1 Determine appropriate colour process from supplied pre-exposed film in consultation with relevant personnel as required

1.2 Select work space that is appropriately equipped for colour processing tasks

1.3 Set up equipment and materials required for processing work

1.4 Follow enterprise codes of practice and workplace safety procedures in relation to process selected

2. Prepare to make colour prints

2.1 Process film according to manufacturer specifications

2.2 Cut, sleeve or file negatives or transparencies

2.3 Make proof sheets or work prints as required

2.4 Evaluate and select options to manipulate and output photographic prints to meet required photographic concepts

3. Make colour prints

3.1 Apply manipulation and output options to selected negatives or transparencies

3.2 Test and review results of manipulation and output options

3.3 Seek feedback on work in progress from relevant personnel as required

3.4 Make adjustments and refine work until optimum result is achieved

3.5 Collaborate with others as required to meet timelines

3.6 Document work process according to workplace procedures

3.7 Safely store processed film for future use according to workplace procedures

4. Complete post-processing activities

4.1 Clean and restore work environment to its original state and dispose of chemicals safely

4.2 Care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.3 Report damage to equipment to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures

4.4 Store equipment according to workplace procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

organise darkroom work space for safe and efficient production of colour photographs

handle pre-exposed film correctly and make proof sheets or work prints

apply appropriate wet darkroom techniques to produce colour prints suitable for display or reproduction

check and store equipment according to workplace requirements.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline work space requirements for colour processing and printing techniques in a wet darkroom environment

describe the properties and capabilities of materials and equipment used to process and print colour negatives and transparencies

describe various techniques necessary for processing colour materials in a wet darkroom context and outline the different effects that can be achieved

summarise work health and safety procedures in relation to colour processing and printing work.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

wet darkroom equipment and environment

photographic printing materials, resources and equipment for colour film processing and printing.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Determine appropriate colour process from supplied pre-exposed film in consultation with relevant personnel as required 
Select work space that is appropriately equipped for colour processing tasks 
Set up equipment and materials required for processing work 
Follow enterprise codes of practice and workplace safety procedures in relation to process selected 
Process film according to manufacturer specifications 
Cut, sleeve or file negatives or transparencies 
Make proof sheets or work prints as required 
Evaluate and select options to manipulate and output photographic prints to meet required photographic concepts 
Apply manipulation and output options to selected negatives or transparencies 
Test and review results of manipulation and output options 
Seek feedback on work in progress from relevant personnel as required 
Make adjustments and refine work until optimum result is achieved 
Collaborate with others as required to meet timelines 
Document work process according to workplace procedures 
Safely store processed film for future use according to workplace procedures 
Clean and restore work environment to its original state and dispose of chemicals safely 
Care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions 
Report damage to equipment to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures 
Store equipment according to workplace procedures 

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