• CUFIMA01A - Produce and manipulate digital images

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CUFIMA01A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Produce and manipulate digital images

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUFIMA01A - Produce and manipulate digital images
Description This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce and manipulate digital images for a multimedia production within the cultural industries.This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce and manipulate digital images for a multimedia production within the cultural industries
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
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: Assess digital camera qualities
  • Assess camera software compatibility with hardware systems and select appropriate software for the production
  • Match pixel resolution of the camera to the required quality and resolution of outcome
  • Check the RAM capacity of the camera to see that it is appropriate to the number of images required to be captured
  • Assess shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes as suitable to the quality of and use of photographic image required
  • Handle and store lithium batteries in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements
       
Element: Photograph and upload a digital image
  • Consider focus and exposure in operation of the digital camera to ensure capture of image meets production requirements
  • Ensure correct use of digital image software including entering and exiting the selected software
  • Save and retrieve digital photographs using designated file formats
  • Load and operate the digital camera in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and appropriate to the quality of image to be photographed
  • Upload the IBM-PC or Macintosh card interface/disk onto the relevant computer and save the image on hard disk
  • Create and store photographic image files of the computer in accordance with software procedures
  • Enhance, crop and alter photographic images electronically to deliver the required image
  • Check photographic images for fitness of purpose to comply with specifications
  • Assess photographic images for the relevant delivery mode (print, CD-ROM, visual appeal and effectiveness) and deliver appropriately
       
Element: Incorporate digital photography into a multimedia sequence
  • Create graphics that incorporate the principles of design using the designate software
  • Edit, enhance, amend and save digital images using the designated software
  • Combine digital images into a designated multimedia sequence
  • Integrate digital images into a designated multimedia sequence
  • Evaluate the outcome for visual impact, effectiveness and fitness for purpose
       


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.

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in:

basic principles of photography and visual design

knowledge of selected digital image software

ability to interpret a brief

knowledge of the limiting factors of computer hardware

knowledge of computers and computer operating systems

interpreting simple scripts (texts), specifications and instructions

interpreting and communicating production specifications

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to the following units and combined training delivery and/or assessment is recommended:

CUFMEM07A - Apply principles of visual design/communication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEM10A - Design and create a multimedia interface

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.

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

ability to assess the capacity to upload and process digital image s using industry hardware and software, to deliver a designated quality of image outcome

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of theses.

Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

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

practical demonstration (direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance)

role play

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioning/interview aimed at the evaluating the process used in developing and realising the creative concept

projects/reports/logbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of resources and equipment currently used by the multimedia industry.

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in:

basic principles of photography and visual design

knowledge of selected digital image software

ability to interpret a brief

knowledge of the limiting factors of computer hardware

knowledge of computers and computer operating systems

interpreting simple scripts (texts), specifications and instructions

interpreting and communicating production specifications

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to the following units and combined training delivery and/or assessment is recommended:

CUFMEM07A - Apply principles of visual design/communication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEM10A - Design and create a multimedia interface

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.

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

ability to assess the capacity to upload and process digital image s using industry hardware and software, to deliver a designated quality of image outcome

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of theses.

Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

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

practical demonstration (direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance)

role play

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioning/interview aimed at the evaluating the process used in developing and realising the creative concept

projects/reports/logbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of resources and equipment currently used by the multimedia industry.


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.

Not applicable.

Multimedia productions may include or be included in:

aspects or sections of film/video production:

feature

documentary

short film and/or video

animations

commercials

live or pre-recorder performances

music video

television production of any type (eg music, drama, comedy, variety, sport)

live or pre-recorded television production

educational product

game

promotional product

Information product

training product

e-commerce

a range of others

Equipment used:

appropriate hardware

software and communication packages

LANs

organisation's backup systems

Multimedia components:

2D Graphics

3D Graphics

videos

sound

text animation

scanned images

Industry standard software may include:

a wide range of programs, some current examples of which may be:

Photoshop

Pagemill

Frontpage

Dreamweaver

Flash

Director

Hyper Studio

NOTE: These programs are constantly being upgraded and replaced, and appropriate up-to-date programs should be selected.

Camera feature modes may include:

flash

scrollage

icon menu

close-up

wide angle and telephoto capacity

Multimedia productions may include or be included in:

aspects or sections of film/video production:

feature

documentary

short film and/or video

animations

commercials

live or pre-recorder performances

music video

television production of any type (eg music, drama, comedy, variety, sport)

live or pre-recorded television production

educational product

game

promotional product

Information product

training product

e-commerce

a range of others

Equipment used:

appropriate hardware

software and communication packages

LANs

organisation's backup systems

Multimedia components:

2D Graphics

3D Graphics

videos

sound

text animation

scanned images

Industry standard software may include:

a wide range of programs, some current examples of which may be:

Photoshop

Pagemill

Frontpage

Dreamweaver

Flash

Director

Hyper Studio

NOTE: These programs are constantly being upgraded and replaced, and appropriate up-to-date programs should be selected.

Camera feature modes may include:

flash

scrollage

icon menu

close-up

wide angle and telephoto capacity

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
Assess camera software compatibility with hardware systems and select appropriate software for the production 
Match pixel resolution of the camera to the required quality and resolution of outcome 
Check the RAM capacity of the camera to see that it is appropriate to the number of images required to be captured 
Assess shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes as suitable to the quality of and use of photographic image required 
Handle and store lithium batteries in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements 
Consider focus and exposure in operation of the digital camera to ensure capture of image meets production requirements 
Ensure correct use of digital image software including entering and exiting the selected software 
Save and retrieve digital photographs using designated file formats 
Load and operate the digital camera in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and appropriate to the quality of image to be photographed 
Upload the IBM-PC or Macintosh card interface/disk onto the relevant computer and save the image on hard disk 
Create and store photographic image files of the computer in accordance with software procedures 
Enhance, crop and alter photographic images electronically to deliver the required image 
Check photographic images for fitness of purpose to comply with specifications 
Assess photographic images for the relevant delivery mode (print, CD-ROM, visual appeal and effectiveness) and deliver appropriately 
Create graphics that incorporate the principles of design using the designate software 
Edit, enhance, amend and save digital images using the designated software 
Combine digital images into a designated multimedia sequence 
Integrate digital images into a designated multimedia sequence 
Evaluate the outcome for visual impact, effectiveness and fitness for purpose 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CUFIMA01A - Produce and manipulate digital images
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