Required skills

communication and literacy skills sufficient to interpret and clarify written or verbal instructions

ability to work as a member of a production team both independently on assignment and under direction

technical skills sufficient to

use audio software to prepare audio sequences for inclusion in interactive media

manage files using standard naming conventions

apply appropriate metadata tags to describe files

selfmanagement and planning skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of project team members eg designers content creators information architects programmers and coders

basic understanding of the relationship between the technical and creative aspects and requirements of interactive media projects

features of a range of delivery platforms

basic understanding of what happens when audio files are compressed for inclusion in interactive media products

appropriate codecs for various platforms and destinations

digital audio source and output formats

equalisation techniques

techniques for saving and preparing digital audio output to optimise file size

OHS standards as they relate to working for periods of time on computers

OHS principles of safe listening including safeguards against hearing loss

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

preparation of a range of audio sequences to be included in interactive media products that meet appropriate technical specifications

proficient use of audio encoding software

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to industrycurrent audio encoding software

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

evaluation of audio assets prepared by the candidate on a number of occasions

written or verbal questioning to test knowledge of codecs for various platforms and understanding of file compression

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFDIGA Prepare video assets

CUFDIG301A Prepare video assets.

Source file formats may include:

Purposes may include:

Destinations may include:

Platforms may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Output file formats include:

Audio codecs may include:

Audio encoding software may include:

Metadata tags may include: