Underpinning knowledge and skills

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of and skills in the following areas

the ability to access information about new technology

basic research skills

identification of relevant information

questioning techniques to obtain information

sorting and summarising information

ability to undertake training in new technology and incorporate the use of new technology into current work practices

Linkages to other units

This is a core unit that underpins effective performance in all other units It is recommended that this unit is deliveredassessed in conjunction with other operational and technical units

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of cultural industries The focus of assessment will depend on the industry involved Assessment must be contextualisedtailored to meet the needs of the particular industry and industry sector in which performance is being assessed Assessment would only address those variable circumstances listed in the range of variables statements which apply to the chosen context

Care should be taken in developing training to meet the requirements of this unit The specific focus of training will depend upon the industry involved ie music film and television radio or multimedia For generic prevocational training organisations should provide training which is tailored to meet the needs of the particular industry It is intended that participants will gain a breadth of industry knowledge encompassing the full range of industry contexts with no bias towards individual industry specialisations

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

demonstration of knowledge of new technology

incorporation of appropriate new technology into current work practices to achieve most effective outcomes

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job off the job or a combination of both of these Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge and might include

practical demonstration direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance

role play

case studies

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioninginterview

written or interactive computer based test or quiz

projectsreportslogbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of relevant and current industry information materials listed in the range of variables statement

Work place based assessment should utilise the range of materials current and relevant to that workplace environment

Simulated workplace activities must be undertaken using an appropriate range of relevant and current material to the industry

Key competencies

Level

Collecting organising and analysing information

Communicating ideas and information

Planning and organising activities

Working with others and in teams

Solving problems

Using mathematical ideas and techniques

Using technology

Information about the new technology may be obtained from the following sources:

Industries incorporating new technology may include:

New technology may include: