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CUAPRP405
Construct mechanical props

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to construct props that include the use of mechanical devices, such as cables, levers and fulcrums.

Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for ensuring that mechanical props 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.

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Evidence Required

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

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

1. Determine requirements for mechanical props

1.1 In consultation with relevant colleagues and with reference to prop documentation, confirm requirements for mechanical props

1.2 Discuss budgets and other factors that impact on the type of mechanical props required

1.3 Reach agreement on scope of own work and construction deadlines

1.4 Update construction plans to take account of discussions as required

2. Prepare for construction work

2.1 Select the most appropriate construction techniques and mechanical devices based on an analysis of how prop items are to be used

2.2 Select tools, equipment and materials for mechanical props according to construction plans

2.3 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible

3. Undertake construction work

3.1 Follow construction plans to create mechanical props, ensuring that safety procedures are followed at all times

3.2 Check items produced in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for production requirements

4. Complete construction work

4.1 Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust techniques as required

4.2 Prepare items in readiness for finishing, according to production requirements

4.3 Contribute to evaluation of prop construction processes and note ways to improve own work performance

Evidence of the ability to:

construct prop items that incorporate the use of mechanical devices for at least one production or event

follow safety procedures

meet work deadlines

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

describe ways in which the following types of mechanical props can be used in productions and events:

cable-controlled

electrically-controlled

mechanically-controlled

pneumatically-controlled

describe issues and challenges that typically arise when constructing mechanical props and suggest ways to address them

provide examples of the types of mechanical props that are usually constructed and those more likely to be acquired by other means

explain the mechanical principles behind the following devices commonly used to construct mechanical props:

cables

fulcrums

levers

explain how common mechanical devices can be used to create different effects on stage

describe safety issues associated with materials, tools and equipment used to construct mechanical props.

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:

equipment, tools and materials used to construct mechanical props

a work area where mechanical props can be constructed safely.

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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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

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

1. Determine requirements for mechanical props

1.1 In consultation with relevant colleagues and with reference to prop documentation, confirm requirements for mechanical props

1.2 Discuss budgets and other factors that impact on the type of mechanical props required

1.3 Reach agreement on scope of own work and construction deadlines

1.4 Update construction plans to take account of discussions as required

2. Prepare for construction work

2.1 Select the most appropriate construction techniques and mechanical devices based on an analysis of how prop items are to be used

2.2 Select tools, equipment and materials for mechanical props according to construction plans

2.3 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible

3. Undertake construction work

3.1 Follow construction plans to create mechanical props, ensuring that safety procedures are followed at all times

3.2 Check items produced in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for production requirements

4. Complete construction work

4.1 Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust techniques as required

4.2 Prepare items in readiness for finishing, according to production requirements

4.3 Contribute to evaluation of prop construction processes and note ways to improve own work performance

Evidence of the ability to:

construct prop items that incorporate the use of mechanical devices for at least one production or event

follow safety procedures

meet work deadlines

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

describe ways in which the following types of mechanical props can be used in productions and events:

cable-controlled

electrically-controlled

mechanically-controlled

pneumatically-controlled

describe issues and challenges that typically arise when constructing mechanical props and suggest ways to address them

provide examples of the types of mechanical props that are usually constructed and those more likely to be acquired by other means

explain the mechanical principles behind the following devices commonly used to construct mechanical props:

cables

fulcrums

levers

explain how common mechanical devices can be used to create different effects on stage

describe safety issues associated with materials, tools and equipment used to construct mechanical props.

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:

equipment, tools and materials used to construct mechanical props

a work area where mechanical props can be constructed safely.

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
In consultation with relevant colleagues and with reference to prop documentation, confirm requirements for mechanical props 
Discuss budgets and other factors that impact on the type of mechanical props required 
Reach agreement on scope of own work and construction deadlines 
Update construction plans to take account of discussions as required 
Select the most appropriate construction techniques and mechanical devices based on an analysis of how prop items are to be used 
Select tools, equipment and materials for mechanical props according to construction plans 
Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible 
Follow construction plans to create mechanical props, ensuring that safety procedures are followed at all times 
Check items produced in terms of durability, quality of finish, and suitability for production requirements 
Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust techniques as required 
Prepare items in readiness for finishing, according to production requirements 
Contribute to evaluation of prop construction processes and note ways to improve own work performance 

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