Assessor Resource

ICPDMT321
Capture a digital image

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and use digital camera technology and alter and upload digital images.

It applies to individuals who may work in a team environment with some responsibility for producing quality outcomes based on requirements.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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


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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Assess digital camera qualities

1.1 Camera software compatibility with hardware system is assessed and appropriate software is selected for job

1.2 Pixel resolution of camera is matched to required quality and resolution of outcome

1.3 RAM capacity of camera is checked to be sufficient for number of images required to be captured

1.4 Shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes are assessed as suitable for quality and use of photographic images required

1.5 Lithium batteries are handled and stored according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements

2 Set up for image capture

2.1 Camera is set up for image composition according to job specifications

2.2 Lighting is arranged according to job specifications

2.3 Light intensity is set for correct exposure

3 Preview image

3.1 Tone curves are adjusted according to job specifications

3.2 Neutral balance of image is arranged and adjusted

3.3 Adjustments to image composition and exposure are made

4 Photograph and upload digital image

4.1 Digital camera is loaded and operated according to manufacturer’s and job specifications appropriate to quality of image to be photographed

4.2 File is uploaded on to relevant computer and image saved on hard disk

4.3 Photographic image files are created and stored on computer

4.4 Photographic images are enhanced, cropped and altered electronically to deliver required image

4.5 Photographic images are checked to ensure they meet job brief

4.6 Photographic images are delivered using required delivery mode

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 Assess digital camera qualities

1.1 Camera software compatibility with hardware system is assessed and appropriate software is selected for job

1.2 Pixel resolution of camera is matched to required quality and resolution of outcome

1.3 RAM capacity of camera is checked to be sufficient for number of images required to be captured

1.4 Shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes are assessed as suitable for quality and use of photographic images required

1.5 Lithium batteries are handled and stored according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements

2 Set up for image capture

2.1 Camera is set up for image composition according to job specifications

2.2 Lighting is arranged according to job specifications

2.3 Light intensity is set for correct exposure

3 Preview image

3.1 Tone curves are adjusted according to job specifications

3.2 Neutral balance of image is arranged and adjusted

3.3 Adjustments to image composition and exposure are made

4 Photograph and upload digital image

4.1 Digital camera is loaded and operated according to manufacturer’s and job specifications appropriate to quality of image to be photographed

4.2 File is uploaded on to relevant computer and image saved on hard disk

4.3 Photographic image files are created and stored on computer

4.4 Photographic images are enhanced, cropped and altered electronically to deliver required image

4.5 Photographic images are checked to ensure they meet job brief

4.6 Photographic images are delivered using required delivery mode

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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
Camera software compatibility with hardware system is assessed and appropriate software is selected for job 
Pixel resolution of camera is matched to required quality and resolution of outcome 
RAM capacity of camera is checked to be sufficient for number of images required to be captured 
Shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes are assessed as suitable for quality and use of photographic images required 
Lithium batteries are handled and stored according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements 
Camera is set up for image composition according to job specifications 
Lighting is arranged according to job specifications 
Light intensity is set for correct exposure 
Tone curves are adjusted according to job specifications 
Neutral balance of image is arranged and adjusted 
Adjustments to image composition and exposure are made 
Digital camera is loaded and operated according to manufacturer’s and job specifications appropriate to quality of image to be photographed 
File is uploaded on to relevant computer and image saved on hard disk 
Photographic image files are created and stored on computer 
Photographic images are enhanced, cropped and altered electronically to deliver required image 
Photographic images are checked to ensure they meet job brief 
Photographic images are delivered using required delivery mode 

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