Assessor Resource

CUSGEN01A
Use and adapt to changes in technology

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Not applicable.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and adapt to a variety of technological changes within the cultural industries. This knowledge underpins effective performance in all sectors and applies to all people working in these industries.

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and adapt to a variety of technological changes within the cultural industries. This knowledge underpins effective performance in all sectors and applies to all people working in these industries.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

Not applicable.




Evidence Required

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Underpinning knowledge and skills

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in, the following areas:

the ability to access information about new technology

basic research skills

identification of relevant information

questioning techniques to obtain information

sorting and summarising information

ability to undertake training in new technology and incorporate the use of new technology into current work practices

Linkages to other units

This is a core unit that underpins effective performance in all other units. It is recommended that this unit is delivered/assessed in conjunction with other operational and technical units.

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of cultural industries. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry involved. Assessment must be contextualised/tailored to meet the needs of the particular industry and industry sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment would only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.

Care should be taken in developing training to meet the requirements of this unit. The specific focus of training will depend upon the industry involved i.e. music, film and television, radio or multimedia. For generic pre-vocational training, organisations should provide training, which is tailored to meet the needs of the particular industry. It is intended that participants will gain a breadth of industry knowledge, encompassing the full range of industry contexts, with no bias towards individual industry specialisations.

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

demonstration of knowledge of new technology

incorporation of appropriate new technology into current work practices to achieve most effective outcomes

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

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

practical demonstration (direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance)

role play

case studies

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioning/interview

written or interactive computer based test or quiz

projects/reports/logbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of relevant and current industry information materials listed in the range of variables statement.

Work place based assessment should utilise the range of materials current and relevant to that workplace environment.

Simulated workplace activities must be undertaken using an appropriate range of relevant and current material to the industry.

Key competencies

Level

Collecting, organising and analysing information

3

Communicating ideas and information

2

Planning and organising activities

2

Working with others and in teams

1

Solving problems

2

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

2

Using technology

3


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Range of variables

Variable Scope

Information about the new technology may be obtained from the following sources:

electronic media

reference books

libraries

industry associations and organisations

industry journals

publications - newsletters, magazines, bulletins and letters

computer data, including internet

induction kits

organisational policies, procedures and journals

occupational health and safety laws, regulations, journals

personal observations and experience

discussions with current industry practitioners

discussions with manufacturers - technical and sales personnel

specialist technical publications

manufacturers' handbooks, manuals promotional material

Industries incorporating new technology may include:

music

film

television

radio

interactive multimedia

entertainment

arts

New technology may include:

replacement of analog systems with digital systems

video editing software

music production software and equipment

sound editing software

camera equipment

sound equipment

projection equipment

computer technology

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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
Where necessary seek information about the current technological changes that apply to the relevant industry 
Evaluate the information according to the impact it will have on effective work performance within the industry, including information about: 
 
 
 
When required, undertake appropriate training of new technology to improve work practices 
Read any relevant documentation that will assist in the practice of use of the new technology 
When required, select appropriate equipment that is suitable for the specific uses defined by the new technology 
Implement the new technology in current work practices 
Continually apply informal and/or formal research to update knowledge of any subsequent new technologies that may impact on work practices 
Monitor current changes in technology and implement those changes when required 
Share updated knowledge with colleagues as appropriate, and incorporate information into day-to-day work activities 

Forms

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