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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for cable rigs
  2. Rig camera cables
  3. Lay tracks for dolly mounts
  4. Disassemble camera cables and dolly tracks

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills sufficient to interpret camera plans

initiative in the context of making practical suggestions that result in minor modifications to camera plans

technical skills sufficient to

undertake basic repairs to a range of different cables

use tools and test equipment required to install and maintain cables

ability to work and communicate closely with other team members

problem solving skills in the context of anticipating and addressing equipment setup problems

selfmanagement skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

literacy skills sufficient to interpret written and verbal instructions

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of production personnel

broadcastfilm language and terminology

issues and challenges that arise in the context of rigging camera infrastructure

compatibility of a range of video cameras and camera equipment with

a range of cables and connectors

different power sources

OHS regulations and requirements and procedures in relation to the use of electrical equipment cables and dolly tracks

duty of care to colleagues and the general public

Evidence Required

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 following is essential

correct rigging of cables according to a camera plan in a variety of production contexts

safe construction and laying of dolly tracks

safe work practices

cooperative attitude in a team environment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to a real or simulated workplace environment that reproduces all the elements of a television production

access to video cables and equipment as listed in the range statement

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed

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 questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

observation of the candidate laying cables and setting up dolly tracks on location to determine if correct procedures have been followed

written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFCAMA Shoot material for screen productions

CUFCAM301A Shoot material for screen productions

MEMC Use hand tools

MEM18001C Use hand tools.


Range Statement

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.

Shoots may include:

digital

film

multi-camera

single-camera.

Relevant production staff may include:

camera operator

director

director of photography

floor manager

gaffer

grip

head of department

lighting personnel

other specialist staff

other technical staff

safety officer

supervisor

technical director.

Camera cables may include:

auxiliary cables

camera cables

power cables.

Documentation may include:

camera plan

fault reports

production schedules

rig plans

stock orders

stock reports.

Locations may include:

day

exterior

interior

night

outside broadcasts

studio.

Power sources may include:

battery power

generator

mains power.

Camera movements may include:

crab

dolly

pan

static

tilt

track in/out.

Equipment may include:

cameras

monitors

power supply

video assists.

Productions may include:

animated productions

commercials

documentaries

EFP (electronic field production)

ENG (electronic news gathering)

feature films

filmed events or performances

live or prerecorded television productions

music video

short films

television productions, e.g. music, drama, comedy, variety, sport.

Ground conditions may include:

broken

dry

firm

level

sloping

soft

studio flooring

undulating

wet.

Fastenings may include:

bolts

carabiners harnesses

clamps

fixings

joiners

knots

lashings

ropes.