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

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in technical areas who apply a broad range of skills including evaluation and planning, and who may provide leadership and guidance to others, with some responsibility for group outcomes.

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

Job roles

Multi-skilled technician.


Subjects

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 14

5 core units

5 Group A units

4 elective units

The 4elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below or any endorsed Training Package. 2 of these elective units may be selected from any accredited course.

Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and be at an appropriate qualification level.

Core units

Health, safety and security

add topic CUEOHS01C Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures

Industry practice

add topic CUEIND01D Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge

Management

add topic BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness

Production planning and management

add topic CUETEM01C Coordinate production operations

add topic CUETEM06B Organise and monitor bump in/bump out

Group A units (specialist)

Audio

add topic CUESOU03C Operate professional audio equipment

add topic CUESOU04C Mix live audio

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

add topic CUESOU10B Operate wireless audio equipment

add topic CUESOU12B Set up and operate audio system control networks

add topic CUESOU13B Specify, install and operate audio for an outdoor event

add topic CUSSOU303A Set up and disassemble audio equipment

add topic CUSSOU402A Develop and implement sound plans

Lighting

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

add topic CUFLGT302A Record and operate standard lighting cues

add topic CUFLGT401A Implement lighting designs

add topic CUFLGT402A Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects

Staging

add topic CUESTA01C Install staging elements

add topic CUESTA02C Operate staging elements

Technical general

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

Vision systems

add topic CUEAUD01C Repair and maintain vision systems

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

add topic CUEAUD03C Operate vision systems

add topic CUEAUD04C Develop vision system installation plans

Group B units

Audio

add topic CUESOU01C Repair and maintain audio equipment

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

add topic CUESOU09B Manage and compile audio replay material

add topic CUESOU11B Set up and operate stage monitor systems

add topic CUFSOU301A Prepare audio assets

add topic CUSSOU301A Provide sound reinforcement

Cinema projection

add topic CUECIN05C Maintain projection equipment

Digital content and imaging

add topic CUFDIG301A Prepare video assets

add topic CUFDIG303A Produce and prepare photo images

add topic CUFPOS402A Manage media assets

Industry practice

add topic BSBCON401A Work effectively in a business continuity context

add topic CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis

Lighting

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

add topic CUFLGT303A Install and operate follow spots

add topic CUFLGT304A Operate floor electrics

Pyrotechnics

add topic CUEFSH01B Identify and manage safety and health requirements at an outdoor fireworks display

add topic CUEFSH02B Operate an outdoor fireworks display

Special effects

add topic CUFSFX301A Maintain and repair special effects items

add topic CUFSFX402A Coordinate the logistics of special effects operations

Stage management

add topic CUESMT06C Plot technical requirements from scores

add topic CUESMT09B Plot and rehearse cues

add topic CUESMT11B Create, update and use production reference documents

Staging

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

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

Sustainability

add topic BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Technical general

add topic CPCCCA2002A Use carpentry tools and equipment

add topic CPCCCM3001A Operate elevated work platforms

add topic CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

add topic CPCCPD3003A Apply texture coat paint by brush, roller and spray

add topic CPCCPD3008A Apply decorative paint finishes

add topic CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging

add topic CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level

add topic CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level

add topic CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level

add topic CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

add topic CPCCSC2002A Erect and dismantle basic scaffolding

add topic CUFGMT301A Repair and maintain production equipment

add topic CUVCOR09B Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept

add topic CUVCRS03B Produce computer-aided drawings

add topic CUVCRS04B Produce technical drawings

add topic CUVCRS06B Make scale models

add topic TLID1007C Operate a forklift

add topic UEENEEP001B Disconnect and reconnect fixed wired electrical equipment connected to a low voltage supply

add topic UEENEEP002B Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 250 Volt supply

add topic UEENEEP003B Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 Va.c. or 1500 Vd.c. supply

add topic UEENEEP007B Locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures

Technical workplace management

add topic CUETEM03C Establish and manage production requirements and resources

add topic CUETEM07B Tour the production

Vision systems

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

Selecting electives 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 at this level follows.

Multi-skilled technician

Core units plus:

add topic CUEAUD03C Operate vision systems

add topic CUESTA01C Install staging elements

add topic CUESTA02C Operate staging elements

add topic CUESTA03C Operate flying systems

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

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

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

add topic CUFLGT302A Record and operate standard lighting cues

add topic CUFLGT402A Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Candidates may enter the qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower-level qualification.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and 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.

Electrical work

In some states and territories of Australia, a restricted electrical licence is required. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.

National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work

The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.

CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging

CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level

CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level

CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.

National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work

Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).

Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction and Plumbing Integrated Framework Training Package fulfils this requirement.

Information on occupational licensing and its intersection with vocational education and training can be found in Licensing Line News at www.licensinglinenews.com.


Employability Skills

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the entertainment industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. This table is a summary of employability skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

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

completing workplace documentation

explaining production requirements to other personnel

clarifying production requirements with supervisor

demonstrating lighting effects to colleagues

advising licensed rigger of work requirements

developing and maintaining industry networks

Teamwork

liaising with colleagues and supervisors during set-up and production

completing installation and production tasks as a member of a team

working with a licensed rigger

leading a team

Problem-solving

basic troubleshooting and maintenance of lighting equipment

adjusting position of lighting equipment

responding to equipment malfunction during performance

identifying and responding appropriately to a safety issue

working out transport arrangements that will prevent damage to set items

Initiative and enterprise

identifying problems with lighting and AV equipment and staging elements quickly and taking appropriate action

Planning and organising

collecting information needed to record a series of lighting cues

assessing the types of lighting effects required

playing lighting cues in correct sequence

setting up and testing equipment in advance to ensure working order

positioning and placing equipment/set pieces ready for installation

working with cue documentation and calculating timings

calculating the number of people needed for bump in/bump out

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

knowing which rigging-related tasks may be completed by unlicensed personnel and those that required a licensed rigger

demonstrating leadership

Learning

keeping up to date with industry developments

providing OHS information to staff

providing feedback and coaching to colleagues

participating in rehearsals seeking advice from licensed riggers

Technology

operating a range of AV equipment

testing and operating digital lighting consoles, including complex functions

using equipment and tools for theatrical rigging