Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CUALGT201 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUALGT201 - Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete basic lighting tasks in a range of production contexts.It applies to individuals assisting with lighting operations in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries. At this level, they are working under the direct supervision of experienced lighting technicians and operating equipment at a basic level.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to productions that require lighting.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for lighting tasks
  • Confirm work requirements with relevant personnel with reference to lighting plans and types of lights required, including automated lighting
  • Sort lights and lighting equipment in preparation for set-up, ensuring appropriate handling of heavy but delicate equipment and taking account of equipment differences
  • Identify the appropriate cables and connectors to use with different lighting components
  • Identify appropriate rigging and positioning points and assist with rigging lights as required
  • Cut and label lighting gel appropriately and according to organisational procedures
  • Confirm that available power is sufficient for power requirements of system
       
Element: Complete lighting tasks
  • Use lighting desk to bring up channels for focusing, adjustment and other operations
  • Safely power up dimmers and set up patch system
  • Attach light beam control accessories so that use of lights complies with instructions and procedures
  • Apply safe manual-handling techniques when rolling, unrolling and storing cables
  • Identify problems with equipment promptly and take action within the scope of own responsibility or report to relevant personnel
  • Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready and available to productions at specified locations
  • Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients or the public during the completion of tasks
       
Element: Complete post-production tasks
  • Store lighting gel, lamps and other lighting equipment according to organisational procedures
  • Perform routine check of lamps and report repair and maintenance issues to relevant personnel
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for lighting tasks

1.1 Confirm work requirements with relevant personnel with reference to lighting plans and types of lights required, including automated lighting

1.2 Sort lights and lighting equipment in preparation for set-up, ensuring appropriate handling of heavy but delicate equipment and taking account of equipment differences

1.3 Identify the appropriate cables and connectors to use with different lighting components

1.4 Identify appropriate rigging and positioning points and assist with rigging lights as required

1.5 Cut and label lighting gel appropriately and according to organisational procedures

1.6 Confirm that available power is sufficient for power requirements of system

2. Complete lighting tasks

2.1 Use lighting desk to bring up channels for focusing, adjustment and other operations

2.2 Safely power up dimmers and set up patch system

2.3 Attach light beam control accessories so that use of lights complies with instructions and procedures

2.4 Apply safe manual-handling techniques when rolling, unrolling and storing cables

2.5 Identify problems with equipment promptly and take action within the scope of own responsibility or report to relevant personnel

2.6 Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready and available to productions at specified locations

2.7 Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients or the public during the completion of tasks

3. Complete post-production tasks

3.1 Store lighting gel, lamps and other lighting equipment according to organisational procedures

3.2 Perform routine check of lamps and report repair and maintenance issues to relevant personnel

Evidence of the ability to:

complete a range of lighting tasks safely and according to instructions

apply knowledge to work activities of key features and purpose of lighting equipment and accessories

use lighting terminology correctly

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

describe the general scope and potential of lighting operations in different production contexts

explain the following aspects of electrical power:

watts

amps

kilowatts

describe the general features of lanterns and accessories, dimmers and control systems

describe beam angles, throws and the functions of common lamps

describe the roles and responsibilities of lighting technicians in different contexts

describe different types of automated lights and any special operational requirements

describe standard requirements for storing of lighting equipment

explain basic work health and safety procedures in relation to handling and operating lighting equipment and accessories.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for lighting tasks

1.1 Confirm work requirements with relevant personnel with reference to lighting plans and types of lights required, including automated lighting

1.2 Sort lights and lighting equipment in preparation for set-up, ensuring appropriate handling of heavy but delicate equipment and taking account of equipment differences

1.3 Identify the appropriate cables and connectors to use with different lighting components

1.4 Identify appropriate rigging and positioning points and assist with rigging lights as required

1.5 Cut and label lighting gel appropriately and according to organisational procedures

1.6 Confirm that available power is sufficient for power requirements of system

2. Complete lighting tasks

2.1 Use lighting desk to bring up channels for focusing, adjustment and other operations

2.2 Safely power up dimmers and set up patch system

2.3 Attach light beam control accessories so that use of lights complies with instructions and procedures

2.4 Apply safe manual-handling techniques when rolling, unrolling and storing cables

2.5 Identify problems with equipment promptly and take action within the scope of own responsibility or report to relevant personnel

2.6 Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready and available to productions at specified locations

2.7 Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients or the public during the completion of tasks

3. Complete post-production tasks

3.1 Store lighting gel, lamps and other lighting equipment according to organisational procedures

3.2 Perform routine check of lamps and report repair and maintenance issues to relevant personnel

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm work requirements with relevant personnel with reference to lighting plans and types of lights required, including automated lighting 
Sort lights and lighting equipment in preparation for set-up, ensuring appropriate handling of heavy but delicate equipment and taking account of equipment differences 
Identify the appropriate cables and connectors to use with different lighting components 
Identify appropriate rigging and positioning points and assist with rigging lights as required 
Cut and label lighting gel appropriately and according to organisational procedures 
Confirm that available power is sufficient for power requirements of system 
Use lighting desk to bring up channels for focusing, adjustment and other operations 
Safely power up dimmers and set up patch system 
Attach light beam control accessories so that use of lights complies with instructions and procedures 
Apply safe manual-handling techniques when rolling, unrolling and storing cables 
Identify problems with equipment promptly and take action within the scope of own responsibility or report to relevant personnel 
Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready and available to productions at specified locations 
Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients or the public during the completion of tasks 
Store lighting gel, lamps and other lighting equipment according to organisational procedures 
Perform routine check of lamps and report repair and maintenance issues to relevant personnel 

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