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CUVPHI303A
Process photo images to work-print and file stage

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


The skills and knowledge outlined in this unit are applied by people responsible for processing photo images using either chemical or digital processes. They could be working in photo centres, specialised photo processing laboratories or in photography studios.

At this level, work may be independent or supervised depending on the work context.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use chemical and electronic image processing techniques to make photo work-print images.

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

This unit contains employability skills.




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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

produce multiple proof sheets, work prints and digital files that demonstrate the application of selected techniques consistent with concept or brief.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

materials, resources and equipment needed to safely process, and enhance analog or digital photo images.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct observation of the candidate’s skills in using equipment and materials required for the production of proof sheets, work prints and digital files

evaluation of proof sheets, work prints and digital files produced by the candidate

discussion and questioning about the candidate’s intention and the work outcome

review of portfolios of evidence

review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) 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).

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

CUVDIG301A Produce digital images.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication and literacy skills to:

read and interpret written instructions

read and interpret technical data, and material safety data sheets (MSDS)

identify and label source images and copies

numeracy skills to:

interpret technical charts and diagrams relating to photo imaging processing procedures and techniques

calculate and measure materials required for image processing

planning and organising skills to set up equipment in a logical sequence

self-management skills to plan work tasks

technical skills to use a range of software in the context of processing photo images.

Required knowledge

work space requirements for photo imaging

capabilities of digital and/or wet darkroom equipment and their applications

characteristics of different materials under different treatments and the potential of these characteristics to achieve different effects

elements and principles of design and how they may be used and adapted for image processing

traditions that inform photo imaging practice and how they may be used to inform own practice

intellectual property issues and legislation associated with photo imaging work

environmental issues associated with the equipment and materials used in photo imaging work

organisational and legislative OHS procedures in relation to photo imaging work, including manual handling and chemicals.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Work environment may be:

darkroom equipped with:

appropriate lighting and plumbing

enlargers

film processing and developing requirements

safely installed and managed electrical cabling

digital work area equipped with:

computer

printer

safely installed and managed electrical cabling

scanner

storage for software.

Equipment may include:

analog camera

computer

digital camera

discs and digital media storage cards

enlargers

film and flatbed scanners

imaging applications

monitor

output devices

relevant wet darkroom equipment

timers.

Materials may include:

a range of film types for:

black and white photography

colour photography

colour transparencies

a range of light-sensitive papers

chemicals for wet darkroom film processing and developing

storage folders.

Folders for storage may include:

desktop folders

electronic media transfer and storage devices:

CDs

DVDs

memory cards

negative sleeves/enclosures.

Ways to document work progress may involve:

diagrams

folder of data sheets with notes

recording procedures

visual diary.

Source images may include:

files created from scanned images

files from digital cameras

film negatives

gelatine silver-based films from camera exposures

prints or other subjects (flatbed scanned).

Techniques applied may relate to:

ease of realisation

elements and principles of design

personal affinity with techniques

relationship of the work to traditions of photographic practice.

Enhancement techniques may involve:

burning

contrast

density

digital adjusting of levels or curves

digital correction of colour correction

dodging

spotting and basic retouching

using digital toolbox functions

using photo relevant menu.

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
Confirm photo image processing requirements from work brief 
Select work environment that meets requirements for image processing tasks 
Set up equipment and materials required for processing work 
Adhere to codes of practice and workplace safety procedures 
Download digital files as required 
Process film according to specifications as required 
Organise negatives and/or files into appropriate folders 
Ensure that work environment remains clean and safe during the production of work 
Document work progress according to workplace procedures 
Select appropriate source images 
Apply techniques required to produce analog or digital proof sheets 
Select images from proof sheets that match the concept or required outcome 
Use enhancement and printing techniques to output work-prints or display, and save on screen 
Finalise work within agreed work parameters 
Safely clean and restore work environment to its original state 
Clean and maintain equipment according to manufacturer instructions 
Report damage to equipment according to workplace procedures 
Store equipment according to workplace procedures and ensure readiness for future use 

Forms

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