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.

Core units

add topic BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others

add topic CUECOR01C Manage own work and learning

add topic CUEIND01C Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge

add topic CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures

Group A units (specialist)

Audio/sound

add topic CUESOU01C Repair and maintain audio equipment

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 CUFSOU204A Perform basic sound editing

add topic CUFSOU301A Prepare audio assets

add topic CUSSOU202A Mix sound in a broadcasting environment

add topic CUSSOU301A Provide sound reinforcement

add topic CUSSOU302A Record and mix a basic music demo

add topic CUSSOU303A Set up and disassemble audio equipment

add topic CUSSOU304A Restore audio tracks

add topic CUSSOU305A Analyse soundtracks

Compliance

add topic CUFCMP301A Implement copyright arrangements

Industry context

add topic CUSIND301B Work effectively in the music industry

add topic CUSIND302A Plan a career in the creative arts industry

Lighting

add topic CUFLGT303A Install and operate follow spots

add topic CUFLGT304A Operate floor electrics

add topic CUFLGT302A Record and operate standard lighting cues

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

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

Staging

add topic CUESTA01C Install staging elements

add topic CUESTA02C Operate staging elements

add topic CUESTA03C Operate flying systems

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

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

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

Group B units

Construction

add topic CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

Creative process

add topic BSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

Customer service

add topic BSBCUS301A Deliver and monitor a service to customers

Diversity

add topic BSBDIV301A Work effectively with diversity

Event management

add topic SITXEVT002A Provide event staging support

First aid

add topic HLTFA301B Apply first aid

General maintenance

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

add topic MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations

ICT use

add topic ICAU3019B Migrate to new technology

Industry context

add topic CUFIND301A Work effectively in the screen and media industries

Innovation

add topic BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment

Music literacy

add topic CUSMLT301A Apply knowledge of genre to music making

Music performance

add topic CUSMPF202A Incorporate music technology into performance

add topic CUSMPF203A Develop ensemble skills for playing or singing music

add topic CUSMPF301A Develop technical skills in performance

add topic CUSMPF304A Make a music demo

Rigging

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

Small and micro business

add topic BSBSMB301A Investigate micro business opportunities

add topic BSBSMB302A Develop a micro business proposal

add topic BSBSMB303A Organise finances for the micro business

add topic BSBSMB304A Determine resource requirements for the micro business

add topic BSBSMB305A Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business

add topic BSBSMB306A Plan a home-based business

add topic BSBSMB307A Set up information and communications technology for the micro business

Sustainability

add topic 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.

Assistant sound mixer

Core units plus:

add topic CUESOU01C Repair and maintain audio equipment

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 CUFSOU204A Perform basic sound editing

add topic CUSSOU302A Record and mix a basic music demo

add topic CUSSOU303A Set up and disassemble audio equipment

Audiovisual operator

Core units plus:

add topic CUEAUD03C Operate vision systems

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

add topic CUELGT03C Install and operate follow spots

add topic CUELGT07B Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities

add topic CUESOU03C Operate professional audio equipment

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

Casual technician

Core units plus:

add topic CUEAUD03C Operate vision systems

add topic CUELGT03C Install and operate follow spots

add topic CUESOU03C Operate professional audio equipment

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

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

add topic CUESOU01C Repair and maintain audio equipment

add topic CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

Live sound assistant

Core units plus:

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 CUSSOU301A Provide sound reinforcement

add topic CUSSOU302A Record and mix a basic music demo

add topic CUSSOU303A Set up and disassemble audio equipment


Pathways...

    Qualification pathways

    Pathways into the qualification

    CUE20103 Certificate II in Live Production, Theatre and Events

    CUF20107 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.

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 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