Required skills

communication literacy and teamwork skills sufficient to

work effectively with other technicians and designers

interpret lighting plan requirements

interpret equipment and production documentation including backup systems used in conjunction with lighting control

problem solving skills sufficient to identify operational problems with lighting consoles

technical skills sufficient to

operate computerbased lighting consoles

undertake routine maintenance of lighting consoles and peripherals

selfmanagement skills sufficient to work within production deadlines

numeracy skills sufficient to complete simple mathematical calculations and recall numbers for channel selection

Required knowledge

general lighting terms including

how terms may vary between different systems

how different terms can refer to the same functions on different systems

industry terminology and protocols in relation to the operation of lighting in the relevant industry environment

lighting control concepts used in a range of lighting systems

features and operations optical and mechanical of the main types of lanterns eg

profile

fresnel

PC

flood

PAR parabolic aluminised reflector lamps

lantern accessories

understanding of the basic elements of lighting design

colour recognition in display equipment

DMX distribution techniques including allocation of channels

basic understanding of electricity and safe electrical work practices

OHS legislation and regulations as they apply to operations associated with lighting activities

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

ability to record and reproduce accurately lighting cues to instruction in a given timeframe

knowledge of lighting terminology

correct patching of required cabling and peripherals

collaborative approach to work

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

practical demonstration of skills through the use of a lighting console on multiple occasions for multiple productions

use of industrystandard equipment

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 operating a lighting console during productions

direct observation of lighting effects produced by the candidate during a production

verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of console features and functions

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFLGTA Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities

CUFLGT101A Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities.

Lighting plan may include:

Documentation may include:

Communication equipment may include:

Dimmers may include:

Control desks may include:

Control desk peripherals may include:

Test equipment may include:

Lights and accessories may include:

Lighting instruments may include:

Lighting elements may include:

Venue lighting may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Productions may include: