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

CUASOU502 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage the operation of stage monitor systems

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUASOU502 - Manage the operation of stage monitor systems
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, set up and operate stage monitor systems for performers in live productions and events.Individuals who apply these skills are expected to display a high level of initiative and judgement as they take responsibility for addressing the on-stage mixing requirements of each performer in a group or orchestra.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:

stage monitor equipment

a venue where a stage monitor system can be set up and operated.

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: Plan stage monitor systems
  • Analyse performance and venue information to inform planning of stage monitor systems
  • In consultation with relevant personnel, confirm requirements and timeframes for stage monitor system set-up and testing
  • Prepare stage layout diagrams with proposed placement of stage monitor equipment
  • Select appropriate stage monitor loudspeakers or in-ear monitors and associated cabling for each required send
  • Ensure adequate monitoring and communication systems are in place for all relevant personnel
  • Ensure availability of in-ear or wireless equipment and accessories
       
Element: Manage the set-up of equipment
  • Set up and check stage monitor console, processing and amplification racks, and engineer’s monitor
  • Check that there is an adequate supply of resources in the event of equipment breakdown
  • Label stage monitor consoles and processing equipment so that functions are clearly identified
  • Position stage monitor equipment according to health and safety requirements
  • Crosscheck final set-up against production requirements
       
Element: Adjust systems for performances
  • Test all components of stage monitor systems, including a complete line check of all inputs
  • Individually equalise each stage monitor send to avoid run-away feedback and set top gain indication for microphones
  • Crosscheck all adjacent stage monitor sends to allow for acoustic interference
  • Run complete system up to safe working limit to check performance and mains power availability, taking into account front of house speaker system requirements
       
Element: Manage operations during performances
  • Reconfirm production requirements with performers and check that set-up meets individual requirements in relation to quality, balance and sound levels
  • Operate faders to produce a level appropriate to the required sound, and check each send in regular rotation
  • Make appropriate adjustments to equalisers to produce appropriate tonal quality
  • Add effects and other signal processing as required
  • Monitor sources and outputs both aurally and visually to ensure that production requirements are met
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with performers and others throughout productions
  • Troubleshoot and rectify stage monitor system problems during performances
  • Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with work health and safety requirements
       
Element: Manage post-show operations
  • Complete workplace documentation according to organisational procedures and production requirements
  • Handle, clean, maintain and store equipment according to organisational procedures
  • Clean and restore the work environment to its original condition
  • Involve crew members and performers in evaluations of stage monitor systems and modify procedures as required
  • Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of stage monitor systems
       


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. Plan stage monitor systems

1.1 Analyse performance and venue information to inform planning of stage monitor systems

1.2 In consultation with relevant personnel, confirm requirements and timeframes for stage monitor system set-up and testing

1.3 Prepare stage layout diagrams with proposed placement of stage monitor equipment

1.4 Select appropriate stage monitor loudspeakers or in-ear monitors and associated cabling for each required send

1.5 Ensure adequate monitoring and communication systems are in place for all relevant personnel

1.6 Ensure availability of in-ear or wireless equipment and accessories

2. Manage the set-up of equipment

2.1 Set up and check stage monitor console, processing and amplification racks, and engineer’s monitor

2.2 Check that there is an adequate supply of resources in the event of equipment breakdown

2.3 Label stage monitor consoles and processing equipment so that functions are clearly identified

2.4 Position stage monitor equipment according to health and safety requirements

2.5 Crosscheck final set-up against production requirements

3. Adjust systems for performances

3.1 Test all components of stage monitor systems, including a complete line check of all inputs

3.2 Individually equalise each stage monitor send to avoid run-away feedback and set top gain indication for microphones

3.3 Crosscheck all adjacent stage monitor sends to allow for acoustic interference

3.4 Run complete system up to safe working limit to check performance and mains power availability, taking into account front of house speaker system requirements

4. Manage operations during performances

4.1 Reconfirm production requirements with performers and check that set-up meets individual requirements in relation to quality, balance and sound levels

4.2 Operate faders to produce a level appropriate to the required sound, and check each send in regular rotation

4.3 Make appropriate adjustments to equalisers to produce appropriate tonal quality

4.4 Add effects and other signal processing as required

4.5 Monitor sources and outputs both aurally and visually to ensure that production requirements are met

4.6 Maintain a positive working relationship with performers and others throughout productions

4.7 Troubleshoot and rectify stage monitor system problems during performances

4.8 Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with work health and safety requirements

5. Manage post-show operations

5.1 Complete workplace documentation according to organisational procedures and production requirements

5.2 Handle, clean, maintain and store equipment according to organisational procedures

5.3 Clean and restore the work environment to its original condition

5.4 Involve crew members and performers in evaluations of stage monitor systems and modify procedures as required

5.5 Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of stage monitor systems

Evidence of the ability to:

plan, set up and operate stage monitor systems for at least two productions, meeting production and performer requirements

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 types of information required to plan stage monitor systems

describe the features of a range of stage monitor systems and how they are used in different contexts

provide examples of safety issues associated with the set-up and installation of stage monitor systems

in the context of stage monitor systems, describe issues that need to be addressed in different performance situations in relation to foldback mixing, and equalising foldback speakers

suggest ways of addressing issues and challenges that typically arise when operating stage monitor systems in a live production environment.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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. Plan stage monitor systems

1.1 Analyse performance and venue information to inform planning of stage monitor systems

1.2 In consultation with relevant personnel, confirm requirements and timeframes for stage monitor system set-up and testing

1.3 Prepare stage layout diagrams with proposed placement of stage monitor equipment

1.4 Select appropriate stage monitor loudspeakers or in-ear monitors and associated cabling for each required send

1.5 Ensure adequate monitoring and communication systems are in place for all relevant personnel

1.6 Ensure availability of in-ear or wireless equipment and accessories

2. Manage the set-up of equipment

2.1 Set up and check stage monitor console, processing and amplification racks, and engineer’s monitor

2.2 Check that there is an adequate supply of resources in the event of equipment breakdown

2.3 Label stage monitor consoles and processing equipment so that functions are clearly identified

2.4 Position stage monitor equipment according to health and safety requirements

2.5 Crosscheck final set-up against production requirements

3. Adjust systems for performances

3.1 Test all components of stage monitor systems, including a complete line check of all inputs

3.2 Individually equalise each stage monitor send to avoid run-away feedback and set top gain indication for microphones

3.3 Crosscheck all adjacent stage monitor sends to allow for acoustic interference

3.4 Run complete system up to safe working limit to check performance and mains power availability, taking into account front of house speaker system requirements

4. Manage operations during performances

4.1 Reconfirm production requirements with performers and check that set-up meets individual requirements in relation to quality, balance and sound levels

4.2 Operate faders to produce a level appropriate to the required sound, and check each send in regular rotation

4.3 Make appropriate adjustments to equalisers to produce appropriate tonal quality

4.4 Add effects and other signal processing as required

4.5 Monitor sources and outputs both aurally and visually to ensure that production requirements are met

4.6 Maintain a positive working relationship with performers and others throughout productions

4.7 Troubleshoot and rectify stage monitor system problems during performances

4.8 Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with work health and safety requirements

5. Manage post-show operations

5.1 Complete workplace documentation according to organisational procedures and production requirements

5.2 Handle, clean, maintain and store equipment according to organisational procedures

5.3 Clean and restore the work environment to its original condition

5.4 Involve crew members and performers in evaluations of stage monitor systems and modify procedures as required

5.5 Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of stage monitor systems

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
Analyse performance and venue information to inform planning of stage monitor systems 
In consultation with relevant personnel, confirm requirements and timeframes for stage monitor system set-up and testing 
Prepare stage layout diagrams with proposed placement of stage monitor equipment 
Select appropriate stage monitor loudspeakers or in-ear monitors and associated cabling for each required send 
Ensure adequate monitoring and communication systems are in place for all relevant personnel 
Ensure availability of in-ear or wireless equipment and accessories 
Set up and check stage monitor console, processing and amplification racks, and engineer’s monitor 
Check that there is an adequate supply of resources in the event of equipment breakdown 
Label stage monitor consoles and processing equipment so that functions are clearly identified 
Position stage monitor equipment according to health and safety requirements 
Crosscheck final set-up against production requirements 
Test all components of stage monitor systems, including a complete line check of all inputs 
Individually equalise each stage monitor send to avoid run-away feedback and set top gain indication for microphones 
Crosscheck all adjacent stage monitor sends to allow for acoustic interference 
Run complete system up to safe working limit to check performance and mains power availability, taking into account front of house speaker system requirements 
Reconfirm production requirements with performers and check that set-up meets individual requirements in relation to quality, balance and sound levels 
Operate faders to produce a level appropriate to the required sound, and check each send in regular rotation 
Make appropriate adjustments to equalisers to produce appropriate tonal quality 
Add effects and other signal processing as required 
Monitor sources and outputs both aurally and visually to ensure that production requirements are met 
Maintain a positive working relationship with performers and others throughout productions 
Troubleshoot and rectify stage monitor system problems during performances 
Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with work health and safety requirements 
Complete workplace documentation according to organisational procedures and production requirements 
Handle, clean, maintain and store equipment according to organisational procedures 
Clean and restore the work environment to its original condition 
Involve crew members and performers in evaluations of stage monitor systems and modify procedures as required 
Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of stage monitor systems 

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