Required skills

communication literacy and teamwork skills sufficient to

work effectively as a member of a production team

interpret lighting plans

interpret written and verbal instructions

organisational and planning skills sufficient to assemble and test lighting equipment in a logical sequence

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

technical skills sufficient to

use tools and test equipment necessary to install and maintain lighting equipment

use different types of lightmeasuring devices

operate and interpret information readouts from a colour temperature meter

numeracy skills sufficient to

make mathematical calculations necessary for the safe assembly installation and testing of equipment eg power requirements binary calculations for setting DMX dip switches

use a scale ruler

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of production personnel

industry terminology relevant to lighting operations

issues and challenges that arise in the context of installing and testing lighting equipment

format of lighting plans and the meaning of different components including an understanding of scale position and orientation

different types of hardware used for lighting installation eg screws nuts bolts

types of lanterns lighting systems control systems and lighting accessories and their relevance to different types of production

the range of colour gels available and the way in which different colours are used in lighting including the relationship between colour and light

techniques for rigging and hanging lighting equipment within licensing requirements

basic principles of lighting eg key fill and back light

relevant workers compensation and OHS legislation

safety regulations and industry safety codes that affect the installation of lighting equipment and working with power including OHS legislation

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

application of a range of technical lighting knowledge and manual techniques to the installation of lighting equipment so that the lighting setup meets production and safety requirements

application of safe working practices when installing lighting equipment

ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

practical demonstration of skills through the installation and testing of lighting equipment for an actual production

completion of tasks within workplace time constraints

involvement of and interaction with a team to reflect the collaborative nature of the technical production process

use of industrystandard equipment

access to a lighting plan from which the candidate is able to work

access to a production and production venue

access to a range of lighting equipment and accessories as identified 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

direct observation of the candidate installing lighting equipment

inspection of lighting equipment setup by the candidate to assess workability and safety issues

verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of equipment techniques and how to interpret a lighting plan

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFLGTA Record and operate standard lighting cues

CUFLGT302A Record and operate standard lighting cues

CUSOHSA Follow occupational health and safety procedures

CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures.

Lighting documentation may include:

Production personnel may include:

Productions may include:

Test equipment may include:

Lighting equipment may include:

Rigging and accessories may include:

Lanterns and accessories may include:

Dimmers may include:

Control desk and peripherals may include:

Aspects of lighting to be tested may include: