1. Select equipment and materials for set construction
   • Liaise with supervisor to determine the nature of set construction requirements
   • Correctly identify and select appropriate materials for set construction in accordance with supervisor's instructions
   • Calculate correct quantities of materials required and minimise waste where possible
   • Select appropriate equipment and tools in accordance with materials being used and type of set construction required
2. Use set construction techniques
   • Correctly use techniques to construct set elements
   • Complete the set construction process in a logical manner
   • Follow appropriate safety procedures throughout the set construction process in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements
   • Work co-operatively with other team members to ensure efficiency and quality in the set construction process
   • Identify any problems with the set construction process promptly and take appropriate action within the scope of individual responsibility

Not applicable

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills

terminology used in set construction including types of scenery joints and fixing systems

stage geography terminology

particular types of materials used for set construction rationale for selection of these materials and their properties applications and durability

particular techniques used in set construction and rationale including common types of joints and assembly techniques

safety issues associated with the construction of sets including various fireproofing techniques for different materials

format and meaning of technical drawings used to inform set construction

organisational and legislative Occupational Health and Safety requirements in particular with regard to safe manual handling techniques and working with hazardous substances

literacy skills sufficient to interpret safety instructions

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities and take measurements

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages with a range of other general building and construction units and set construction units It is strongly recommended that this unit be assessed with or after the following units

BCGBMB Carry out measurements and calculations or equivalent unit

BCGBM1005B - Carry out measurements and calculations or equivalent unit

MEMAB Use hand tools

Critical aspects of evidence

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

understanding of the properties applications and durability of different types of materials that can be used to make set elements

correct and safe use of techniques to construct simple set elements

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for

practical demonstration of skills through construction of set elements on more than one occasion

completion of set construction tasks within realistic workplace timeframes

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 using techniques to construct set elements

evaluation of items constructed by the candidate in terms of quality finishing and appropriate structural soundness

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of set construction and stage geography terminology

portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups eg 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

materials tools and equipment required to construct simple set elements

a workspace in which construction can take place

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 Perform

Level Administer and Manage

Level Design and Evaluate

Collecting organising and analysing information

Working out quantities of materials required

Communicating ideas and information

Asking for directions from supervisor

Planning and organising activities

Organising tools and equipment for a specific job

Working with others and in teams

Discussing task allocation with colleagues

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

Taking measurements

Solving problems

Identifying the need for adjustments

Using technology

Using power tools

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of the following knowledge and skills

terminology used in set construction including types of scenery joints and fixing systems

stage geography terminology

particular types of materials used for set construction rationale for selection of these materials and their properties applications and durability

particular techniques used in set construction and rationale including common types of joints and assembly techniques

safety issues associated with the construction of sets including various fireproofing techniques for different materials

format and meaning of technical drawings used to inform set construction

organisational and legislative Occupational Health and Safety requirements in particular with regard to safe manual handling techniques and working with hazardous substances

literacy skills sufficient to interpret safety instructions

numeracy skills sufficient to calculate quantities and take measurements

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages with a range of other general building and construction units and set construction units It is strongly recommended that this unit be assessed with or after the following units

BCGBMB Carry out measurements and calculations or equivalent unit

BCGBM1005B - Carry out measurements and calculations or equivalent unit

MEMAB Use hand tools

Critical aspects of evidence

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

understanding of the properties applications and durability of different types of materials that can be used to make set elements

correct and safe use of techniques to construct simple set elements

Method and context of assessment

The assessment context must provide for

practical demonstration of skills through construction of set elements on more than one occasion

completion of set construction tasks within realistic workplace timeframes

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 using techniques to construct set elements

evaluation of items constructed by the candidate in terms of quality finishing and appropriate structural soundness

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of set construction and stage geography terminology

portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups eg 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

materials tools and equipment required to construct simple set elements

a workspace in which construction can take place

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 Perform

Level Administer and Manage

Level Design and Evaluate

Collecting organising and analysing information

Working out quantities of materials required

Communicating ideas and information

Asking for directions from supervisor

Planning and organising activities

Organising tools and equipment for a specific job

Working with others and in teams

Discussing task allocation with colleagues

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

Taking measurements

Solving problems

Identifying the need for adjustments

Using technology

Using power tools

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