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

CUASOU201 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop basic audio skills and knowledge

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUASOU201 - Develop basic audio skills and knowledge
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete basic audio tasks in a range of production contexts.It applies to individuals assisting with audio operations in the screen, media and entertainment industries. At this level, they are working under the direct supervision of experienced sound 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:

a range of sound equipment

an environment in which an audio system can be run.

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 audio set-up
  • Confirm requirements with supervisor and with reference to audio installation plans as required
  • Identify preferred rigging and positioning points for audio equipment
  • Sort equipment and accessories in preparation for set-up
  • Handle equipment appropriately, taking equipment differences into account
       
Element: Complete tasks using audio equipment
  • Connect and position audio system cables according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements
  • Wire audio system in correct sequence, demonstrating a knowledge of how signal flows through the audio chain, and then confirm wiring with supervisor
  • Set start-up and operating settings in correct sequence and test features of audio desk according to instructions
  • Identify problems with equipment promptly, and take action within scope of own responsibility or report to supervisor
  • Use positioning and equalising techniques to create optimum sound quality
  • Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients and the public during the completion of tasks
       
Element: Complete post-production tasks
  • Disconnect equipment and accessories according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements
  • Assist with storing and transporting equipment as required
  • Seek feedback on own work performance from supervisor and adjust work practices accordingly
       


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 audio set-up

1.1 Confirm requirements with supervisor and with reference to audio installation plans as required

1.2 Identify preferred rigging and positioning points for audio equipment

1.3 Sort equipment and accessories in preparation for set-up

1.4 Handle equipment appropriately, taking equipment differences into account

2. Complete tasks using audio equipment

2.1 Connect and position audio system cables according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements

2.2 Wire audio system in correct sequence, demonstrating a knowledge of how signal flows through the audio chain, and then confirm wiring with supervisor

2.3 Set start-up and operating settings in correct sequence and test features of audio desk according to instructions

2.4 Identify problems with equipment promptly, and take action within scope of own responsibility or report to supervisor

2.5 Use positioning and equalising techniques to create optimum sound quality

2.6 Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients and the public during the completion of tasks

3. Complete post-production tasks

3.1 Disconnect equipment and accessories according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements

3.2 Assist with storing and transporting equipment as required

3.3 Seek feedback on own work performance from supervisor and adjust work practices accordingly

Evidence of the ability to:

complete a range of audio tasks safely and according to instructions

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

apply knowledge of signal flow through the audio chain when undertaking audio set-up tasks

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 of audio operations in different live production contexts and the relationship between audio operations and other technical and performance areas

describe the features and meaning of a signal flow chart for a typical sound system

in the context of completing audio tasks, explain what is meant by:

basic sound pressure level measurement

decibel levels

phase and phase cancellation

power isolation

describe basic safety procedures for handling, operating and storing audio equipment and accessories

describe the key features of, purpose and basic operating procedures for the following audio equipment:

audio mixing consoles

common accessories

input source equipment

loudspeakers

signal processing equipment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

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

1. Prepare for audio set-up

1.1 Confirm requirements with supervisor and with reference to audio installation plans as required

1.2 Identify preferred rigging and positioning points for audio equipment

1.3 Sort equipment and accessories in preparation for set-up

1.4 Handle equipment appropriately, taking equipment differences into account

2. Complete tasks using audio equipment

2.1 Connect and position audio system cables according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements

2.2 Wire audio system in correct sequence, demonstrating a knowledge of how signal flows through the audio chain, and then confirm wiring with supervisor

2.3 Set start-up and operating settings in correct sequence and test features of audio desk according to instructions

2.4 Identify problems with equipment promptly, and take action within scope of own responsibility or report to supervisor

2.5 Use positioning and equalising techniques to create optimum sound quality

2.6 Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients and the public during the completion of tasks

3. Complete post-production tasks

3.1 Disconnect equipment and accessories according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements

3.2 Assist with storing and transporting equipment as required

3.3 Seek feedback on own work performance from supervisor and adjust work practices accordingly

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 requirements with supervisor and with reference to audio installation plans as required 
Identify preferred rigging and positioning points for audio equipment 
Sort equipment and accessories in preparation for set-up 
Handle equipment appropriately, taking equipment differences into account 
Connect and position audio system cables according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements 
Wire audio system in correct sequence, demonstrating a knowledge of how signal flows through the audio chain, and then confirm wiring with supervisor 
Set start-up and operating settings in correct sequence and test features of audio desk according to instructions 
Identify problems with equipment promptly, and take action within scope of own responsibility or report to supervisor 
Use positioning and equalising techniques to create optimum sound quality 
Communicate appropriately with relevant personnel, clients and the public during the completion of tasks 
Disconnect equipment and accessories according to supervisor’s instructions and safety requirements 
Assist with storing and transporting equipment as required 
Seek feedback on own work performance from supervisor and adjust work practices accordingly 

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