Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations)

This qualification is designed to reflect the role of individuals who work in technical production areas, who perform a range of skilled tasks using discretion and judgement, and who have the ability to select, adapt and transfer skills to different situations.

This qualification is very flexible and designed to meet a broad range of industry needs. It includes a general option to reflect the need for multi-skilling plus specialised streams for specific job outcomes (e.g. for audio, lighting).


Subjects

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 11

4 core units plus

7 elective units

At least 4 of the elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below.

The remaining 3 elective units may be selected from the elective units listed below or any currently endorsed national Training Package. 2of theseelectives may be selected from any accredited course. Elective units must be chosen at the same qualification level.

Elective units must be relevant to the work outcome and local industry requirements.

Core Units

Health, safety and security

add topic BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes

Industry practice

add topic CUECOR01C Manage own work and learning

add topic CUECOR02C Work with others

add topic CUEIND01D Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge

Elective Units

Audio

add topic CUESOU03C Operate professional audio equipment

add topic CUESOU07B Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities

add topic CUESOU08B Select and manage microphone and other audio input sources

add topic CUESOU09B Manage and compile audio replay material

add topic CUSSOU303A Install, align and test audio equipment

Lighting

add topic CUFLGT302A Record and operate standard lighting cues

add topic CUFLGT101A Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

Staging

add topic CUESTA01C Install staging elements

add topic CUESTA02C Operate staging elements

add topic CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

Vision Systems

add topic CUEAUD02C Prepare, rig, test and modify vision systems

add topic CUEAUD03C Operate vision systems

add topic CUEAUD06B Apply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

Sustainability

add topic BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Selecting Elective Units for Different Outcomes

The context for this qualification varies and this must guide the selection of elective units. An example of appropriate elective units for a particular outcome follows.

Venue Operations Team Member

add topic CUECOR03B Provide quality service to customers

add topic CUEFOH04C Usher patrons

add topic CUEFOH07B Process financial transactions

add topic CUEFOH09B Provide venue information and assistance

add topic CUELGT09B Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities

add topic CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities

add topic CUETGE15B Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out

Casual Technician

add topic CUEAUD06B Apply a general knowledge of vision systems to work activities

add topic CUFLGT101A Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities

add topic CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

add topic CUETGE15B Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out

add topic CUFLGT02B Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools


Pathways...

    Qualification Pathways

    Pathways into the qualification

    CUE20103 Certificate II in Live Production, Theatre and Events

    Pathways from the qualification

    CUE40303 Certificate IV in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations)


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Licensing, Legislative, Regulatory or Certification Considerations

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

CUE30203C ertificate III in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations)

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required by industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

interpreting production documentation, e.g. lighting and staging instructions

completing workplace documentation

explaining production requirements to other personnel

clarifying production requirements with supervisor

passing on key safety information to colleagues.

Teamwork

liaising with colleagues and supervisors during set-up and production

completing installation tasks as a member of a team

checking safety procedures with other team members.

Problem-solving

basic troubleshooting and maintenance of lighting equipment

adjusting position of lighting equipment

responding to equipment malfunction during performance

identifying safety issues and reporting them to appropriate person.

Initiative and enterprise

identifying problems with equipment/staging elements quickly and taking appropriate action.

Planning and organising

collecting information needed to record a series of lighting cues

playing lighting cues in correct sequence

testing equipment in advance to ensure working order

positioning and placing equipment/set pieces ready for installation

working with cue documentation and calculating timings

organising work tasks to ensure safety.

Self-management

developing personal time management skills

following workplace procedures, particularly in relation to OHS, e.g. ensuring electrical safety

acting within the scope of job role

maintaining personal safety standards.

Learning

identifying own learning needs in consultation with appropriate personnel

keeping up to date with industry developments.

Technology

testing and operating digital lighting consoles.