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CUASOU304
Prepare audio assets

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare audio assets for inclusion in broadcasting, games and interactive media.

It applies to individuals who prepare and package audio content into formats appropriate for various media distribution channels and interactive products.

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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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Identify audio assets

1.1 Obtain analogue or digital sources of audio and identify the source file formats

1.2 Clarify output purpose, destination and platform

1.3 Discuss with relevant personnel the required output file format and audio codecs for specified bandwidths

1.4 Discuss with relevant personnel the appropriate audio encoding software

2. Prepare audio assets

2.1 Open appropriate audio encoding software and load audio file

2.2 Eliminate or treat defects on sound recordings

2.3 Equalise sound output levels where necessary

2.4 Check duration and quality of audio sequences meet production requirements, and adjust if necessary

2.5 Determine and apply appropriate audio codecs

2.6 Batch optimise audio files where possible

2.7 Save files in appropriate output file format using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions

2.8 Follow safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

3. Package audio assets

3.1 Assign metadata tags if required

3.2 Group files logically in folder system using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions

3.3 Archive and store in share drive or repository for production team access

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare audio content for inclusion in interactive media products and media distribution channels

use editing software to treat, equalise and clip sound sequences to meet technical standards

use audio encoding and editing software

complete file naming and storage according to industry or enterprise conventions.

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:

explain the need for audio file compression in media distribution channels and interactive media products

describe how codecs work to optimise audio outputs and identify appropriate codecs for various platform destinations

explain techniques to achieve audio equalisation

explain file compression

outline procedures for naming and tagging audio files following standard enterprise or industry conventions

outline work health and safety requirements for working with sound.

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:

audio encoding and editing software and equipment

manuals and instructions that support encoding and editing software.

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. Identify audio assets

1.1 Obtain analogue or digital sources of audio and identify the source file formats

1.2 Clarify output purpose, destination and platform

1.3 Discuss with relevant personnel the required output file format and audio codecs for specified bandwidths

1.4 Discuss with relevant personnel the appropriate audio encoding software

2. Prepare audio assets

2.1 Open appropriate audio encoding software and load audio file

2.2 Eliminate or treat defects on sound recordings

2.3 Equalise sound output levels where necessary

2.4 Check duration and quality of audio sequences meet production requirements, and adjust if necessary

2.5 Determine and apply appropriate audio codecs

2.6 Batch optimise audio files where possible

2.7 Save files in appropriate output file format using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions

2.8 Follow safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

3. Package audio assets

3.1 Assign metadata tags if required

3.2 Group files logically in folder system using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions

3.3 Archive and store in share drive or repository for production team access

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare audio content for inclusion in interactive media products and media distribution channels

use editing software to treat, equalise and clip sound sequences to meet technical standards

use audio encoding and editing software

complete file naming and storage according to industry or enterprise conventions.

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:

explain the need for audio file compression in media distribution channels and interactive media products

describe how codecs work to optimise audio outputs and identify appropriate codecs for various platform destinations

explain techniques to achieve audio equalisation

explain file compression

outline procedures for naming and tagging audio files following standard enterprise or industry conventions

outline work health and safety requirements for working with sound.

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:

audio encoding and editing software and equipment

manuals and instructions that support encoding and editing software.

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
Obtain analogue or digital sources of audio and identify the source file formats 
Clarify output purpose, destination and platform 
Discuss with relevant personnel the required output file format and audio codecs for specified bandwidths 
Discuss with relevant personnel the appropriate audio encoding software 
Open appropriate audio encoding software and load audio file 
Eliminate or treat defects on sound recordings 
Equalise sound output levels where necessary 
Check duration and quality of audio sequences meet production requirements, and adjust if necessary 
Determine and apply appropriate audio codecs 
Batch optimise audio files where possible 
Save files in appropriate output file format using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions 
Follow safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time 
Assign metadata tags if required 
Group files logically in folder system using standard industry or enterprise naming conventions 
Archive and store in share drive or repository for production team access 

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