Assessor Resource

CUEAUD06A
Apply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Not applicable.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to audiovisual technicians. As such it requires an introductory knowledge of the main types of vision systems and the procedures for tasks such as cabling and positioning of equipment. Trainees or junior staff members undertake this role under the supervision of technicians.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide assistance to audiovisual technicians. As such it requires an introductory knowledge of the main types of vision systems and the procedures for tasks such as cabling and positioning of equipment. Trainees or junior staff members undertake this role under the supervision of technicians

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

Not applicable.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills:

the general scope and potential of vision system operations within different contexts

the relationship between vision system operations and other technical and performance areas, including sound, lighting and performance

the key features, purpose and basic operating procedures of major types of AV equipment, including projectors (slide, video and data)

different types of cable and their usage in different situations and for different types of equipment

common formats of vision system plans and how these relate to practical work tasks

patching and operating commonly used signal processors

legal and safety issues with regard to vision system operations as they affect individual workers

common terminology used in relation to audiovisual operations

general knowledge of power, including recognition of different power outlets and safe use of power extension leads

the meaning and use of electrical measurements, including voltage, current resistance, power insulation and circuit continuity, having regard to magnitude, AC or DC, circuit state (energised or de-energised)

literacy skills sufficient to extract key information from installation

numeracy skills sufficient to count, sort and position equipment.

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to a range of other units and combined assessment and/or training may be appropriate, for example:

CUETGE11A - Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out

Critical aspects of evidence

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:

ability to complete a range of simple vision system tasks safely and in accordance with instructions

introductory knowledge of the major types of vision systems, including key features and safety issues.

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for:

practical demonstration of skills through the completion of a range of preparatory and set up tasks with industry-current vision systems equipment

project or work activities that allow knowledge to be applied to specific live production contexts and situations

completion of tasks within workplace-realistic time constraints.

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:

direct observation of the candidate working with equipment and completing tasks

inspection of equipment set up by the candidate

oral questioning/interviewing to assess knowledge of equipment and procedures

review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Resource requirements

Assessment of this unit requires access to:

current and operational vision systems as specified in the Range Statement

vision system plans or instructions.

Key competencies in this unit

Key competencies are built into all workplace competencies. The table below describes those applicable to this unit. Trainers and assessors should ensure that they are addressed in training and assessment.

Level 1 = Perform

Level 2 = Administer and Manage

Level 3 = Design and Evaluate

Collecting, organising and analysing information (1)

Interpreting work instructions.

Communicating ideas and information (1)

Providing information to supervisor.

Planning and organising activities (1)

Organising equipment for a task.

Working with others and in teams (1)

Keeping other technicians up-to-date with activities.

Using mathematical ideas and techniques (1)

Calculating number of equipment pieces required.

Solving problems (1)

Fixing a simple cabling fault.

Using technology (1)

Using hand tools.

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills:

the general scope and potential of vision system operations within different contexts

the relationship between vision system operations and other technical and performance areas, including sound, lighting and performance

the key features, purpose and basic operating procedures of major types of AV equipment, including projectors (slide, video and data)

different types of cable and their usage in different situations and for different types of equipment

common formats of vision system plans and how these relate to practical work tasks

patching and operating commonly used signal processors

legal and safety issues with regard to vision system operations as they affect individual workers

common terminology used in relation to audiovisual operations

general knowledge of power, including recognition of different power outlets and safe use of power extension leads

the meaning and use of electrical measurements, including voltage, current resistance, power insulation and circuit continuity, having regard to magnitude, AC or DC, circuit state (energised or de-energised)

literacy skills sufficient to extract key information from installation

numeracy skills sufficient to count, sort and position equipment.

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to a range of other units and combined assessment and/or training may be appropriate, for example:

CUETGE11A - Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out

Critical aspects of evidence

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:

ability to complete a range of simple vision system tasks safely and in accordance with instructions

introductory knowledge of the major types of vision systems, including key features and safety issues.

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for:

practical demonstration of skills through the completion of a range of preparatory and set up tasks with industry-current vision systems equipment

project or work activities that allow knowledge to be applied to specific live production contexts and situations

completion of tasks within workplace-realistic time constraints.

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:

direct observation of the candidate working with equipment and completing tasks

inspection of equipment set up by the candidate

oral questioning/interviewing to assess knowledge of equipment and procedures

review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Resource requirements

Assessment of this unit requires access to:

current and operational vision systems as specified in the Range Statement

vision system plans or instructions.

Key competencies in this unit

Key competencies are built into all workplace competencies. The table below describes those applicable to this unit. Trainers and assessors should ensure that they are addressed in training and assessment.

Level 1 = Perform

Level 2 = Administer and Manage

Level 3 = Design and Evaluate

Collecting, organising and analysing information (1)

Interpreting work instructions.

Communicating ideas and information (1)

Providing information to supervisor.

Planning and organising activities (1)

Organising equipment for a task.

Working with others and in teams (1)

Keeping other technicians up-to-date with activities.

Using mathematical ideas and techniques (1)

Calculating number of equipment pieces required.

Solving problems (1)

Fixing a simple cabling fault.

Using technology (1)

Using hand tools.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Not applicable.

The following explanations identify how this unit may be applied in different workplaces, sectors and circumstances.

Equipment may include:

35mm and 16mm projectors

video players and monitors

computer-operated equipment

audio equipment, including tape recorders, compact disc players, microphones, cables, connectors, amplifiers, speakers, equalisers, effects and mixing desks, amp racks, feedback monitors

lighting equipment

digital and still cameras

cables and wireless microphones

screens

portable LCD and DLP projectors.

Vision system activities within this unit must include:

positioning of equipment

cabling of equipment, including making cables using connectors and crimping tools

testing the basic operation of equipment.

Problems with equipment would be quite simple in nature and may include:

insufficient or wrong cabling

problems with power source

incorrect number of equipment pieces

difficulties with positioning

discrepancies within plans

not receiving signal from input devices to display/output devices.

The following explanations identify how this unit may be applied in different workplaces, sectors and circumstances.

Equipment may include:

35mm and 16mm projectors

video players and monitors

computer-operated equipment

audio equipment, including tape recorders, compact disc players, microphones, cables, connectors, amplifiers, speakers, equalisers, effects and mixing desks, amp racks, feedback monitors

lighting equipment

digital and still cameras

cables and wireless microphones

screens

portable LCD and DLP projectors.

Vision system activities within this unit must include:

positioning of equipment

cabling of equipment, including making cables using connectors and crimping tools

testing the basic operation of equipment.

Problems with equipment would be quite simple in nature and may include:

insufficient or wrong cabling

problems with power source

incorrect number of equipment pieces

difficulties with positioning

discrepancies within plans

not receiving signal from input devices to display/output devices.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Extract key information from installation/set up plans and confirm requirements with supervisor 
Identify appropriate rigging/positioning points for vision systems 
Correctly identify cables used to connect components 
Correctly identify and sort equipment in preparation for set up 
Place equipment in the correct position according to supervisor's instructions and within licensing restrictions 
Complete cabling of equipment according to supervisor's instructions and safety requirements 
Finalise set-up tasks according to supervisor's instructions and safety requirements, and test operation 
Identify any problems with equipment promptly, take action within scope of individual responsibility or report to supervising technician 
Communicate appropriately with technicians, performers or customers during the completion of tasks 

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