CUS30209 - Certificate III in Technical Production
Certificate III in Technical Production
This qualification reflects the role of skilled operators who apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.
Job roles
assistant sound mixer
audiovisual operator
casual technician
live sound assistant.
Subjects
Total number of units = 11
4 core units
4 Group A units
3 elective units
1 elective unit must be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below.
The remaining 2 elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below or any unit of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
No more than 2 Group A or Group B units previously achieved as part of another qualification may be counted towards the qualification. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and be at an appropriate qualification level.
BSBSMB307A Set up information and communications technology for the micro business
Sustainability
BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Selecting electives for different outcomes
The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. The following examples are designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but they are in no way prescriptive.
CUE20103 Certificate II in Live Production, Theatre and Events
CUF20107Â Certificate II in Creative Industries (Media)
CUS20109 Certificate II in Music, or
with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower level qualification
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.
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.
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 Services 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
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the music 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
establishing and maintaining work/contractual relationships through regular contact
conducting negotiations to identify realistic solutions to work/contractual issues
reading and understanding sound mixing documentation
interpreting and clarifying written or verbal instructions
making verbal fault reports to appropriate personnel
reading manufacturer specifications and installation manuals
Teamwork
sharing industry information with colleagues and peers
working effectively in a team environment
Problem-solving
recognising and resolving workplace issues when implementing new technology
identifying faults that may occur in audio production environments and referring problems to relevant personnel
Initiative and enterprise
applying critical listening and aural-discrimination skills when setting up audio equipment
Planning and organising
prioritising work tasks and establishing deadlines
seeking expert assistance when problems arise
Self-management
monitoring own work and introducing strategies to improve performance
Learning
seeking feedback and integrating constructive advice into own work performance
maintaining knowledge of copyright issues
Technology
using information-management skills to track, store and retrieve relevant documents
operating a variety of mixing consoles
using specialised equipment to remove white noise
setting up and disassembling audio equipment for playback
mixing and recording in line with manufacturer manuals and OHS specifications
running and patching cables neatly and safely
testing sound equipment in line with industry standards