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

CUECIN04C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare film for dispatch

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUECIN04C - Prepare film for dispatch
Description This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to break down an assembled film program in preparation for dispatch to other screening venues or for return to the distributor. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application A cinema projectionist applies the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit which deals specifically with the safe handling and packing of film of varying gauges, e.g. 16mm, 35 mm. Typically they would be working in a commercial cinema complex, where shift work is common.This unit has strong linkages to the following units and combined assessment and/or training is recommended:CUECIN01C Receive and assemble filmCUECIN04C Prepare film for dispatchCUECIN05C Maintain projection equipmentCUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Media and entertainment production - cinema projection
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: Disassemble film after final screening
  • Handle the film with care to avoid damage throughout the disassembly process
  • Identify film assembly points so that the film can be broken up into its original condition
  • Remove assembly splices without damaging the film
  • Rewind the film smoothly, and at appropriate and constant tension, onto freight cores or reels, attaching correct head and tail leaders
  • Constantly check the alignment of rewind stands and keep rewind spindles straight
  • Place cores or reels in the appropriate cans in preparation for transportation
       
Element: Prepare film for dispatch
  • Accurately and legibly label all film reels, cans and freight boxes with the relevant address for dispatch to the next venue or for return to distribution company
  • Pack all cans for transportation so that no damage occurs to the film during transit
  • Make final additions to any projection report and insert with the film cans as required
       


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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:

ability to handle the film and remove assembly splices with care to avoid damage throughout the disassembly process

accurate identification of film assembly points and breakdown of film into its original/pre-assembly condition

ability to maintain appropriate and constant tension during the winding of the film.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

The assessment context must provide for:

practical demonstration of skills within a fully equipped projection room, or environment where film program disassembly tasks are undertaken

breakdown of multiple film programs to ensure that skills can be consistently demonstrated

completion of disassembly tasks within typical workplace time constraints.

Method of assessment

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess practical skills and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:

direct observation of disassembly tasks conducted by the candidate

project activities that allow completion and reporting on a range of breakdown activities

review of projection reports prepared by the candidate

written or oral questioning to test knowledge of typical assembly/disassembly equipment, film handling and splicing techniques, storage conditions and safety issues

review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the job performance by the candidate.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment of this unit requires access to:

an assembled film program and assembly/program schedule

a range of standard industry current film assembly/disassembly equipment and consumables such as winders and tape

an environment where film disassembly can be completed

use of typical industry projection reports.

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.

Required skills

planning and organising activities sufficient to follow logical work sequences

literacy and numeracy skills to count and label film reels

technology and problem solving skills in the context of reviewing film assembly pointsand making adjustment during disassembly

Required knowledge

safe film handling techniques

principles and techniques of film splicing, program assembly and disassembly

operational knowledge of film assembly/disassembly equipment

tensions for film winding

techniques for evaluating film condition

precise terminology associated with cinema projection particularly in relation to disassembly and dispatch

hazards associated with the storage of film and appropriate operational conditions within the disassembly work area

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Film gauge may include:

16mm

35mm

70mm

IMAX

Super 8

Film freight format may include:

film on cores

film on reels

Film reels may include:

12000 ft reels

15000 ft reels

2000 ft reels

6000 ft reels

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
Handle the film with care to avoid damage throughout the disassembly process 
Identify film assembly points so that the film can be broken up into its original condition 
Remove assembly splices without damaging the film 
Rewind the film smoothly, and at appropriate and constant tension, onto freight cores or reels, attaching correct head and tail leaders 
Constantly check the alignment of rewind stands and keep rewind spindles straight 
Place cores or reels in the appropriate cans in preparation for transportation 
Accurately and legibly label all film reels, cans and freight boxes with the relevant address for dispatch to the next venue or for return to distribution company 
Pack all cans for transportation so that no damage occurs to the film during transit 
Make final additions to any projection report and insert with the film cans as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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