Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
CUA40413
J700
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/11/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of technical production jobs in the entertainment industry. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
Electrical work
In some States and Territories of Australia a restricted electrical licence is required. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.
National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work
The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.
CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007). Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement. Information on occupational licensing and its intersection with vocational education and training can be found in Licensing Line News at www.licensinglinenews.com.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSEntry to this qualification is limited to those who:
1. Have completed CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures or can demonstrate equivalence; and
2. Are able to demonstrate technical production skills in at least one specialisation that supports learning at a Certificate IV level. A specialisation could comprise skills in at least one of the following areas:
- costume
- lighting
- scenery and props
- screen and media
- sound
- staging
- vision systems.
In particular, they must be able to provide evidence of their ability to:
- produce a body of work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with at least one specialisation in line with current industry standards;
- apply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one specialisation in technical production; and
- apply technical skills in at least one specialisation.
Those skills and knowledge may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = sixteen (16)
- five (5) core units plus
- eleven (11) elective units, of which:
- one (1) unit must be from Group A
- five (5) units must be from Group B
- of the remaining units:
- up to five (5) units may be from Group B and/or Group C
- up to two (2) units may be from Group D
- up to two (2) units may be an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate IV level
- up to one (1) unit may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate III or Diploma level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0647 | BSBCRT402A | Collaborate in a creative process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S7680 | CUVIND401A | Communicate effectively with arts professionals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI138 | CUAPPM401 | Contribute to the organisation of productions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1031 | BSBWOR402A | Promote team effectiveness | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9434 | CPCCOHS1001A | Work safely in the construction industry | 4 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE729 | BSBWHS407A | Assist with claims management, rehabilitation and return-to-work programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE726 | BSBWHS404A | Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of five (5) and up to ten (10) units to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
4. Group C Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to five (5) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
5. Group D Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full list of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB898 | BSBITU302B | Create electronic presentations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D0645 | BSBCRT301A | Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0660 | BSBDES302A | Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0659 | BSBDES301A | Explore the use of colour | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7345 | CPCCCA2011A | Handle carpentry materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S8084 | BSBWOR301B | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0758 | BSBINN301A | Promote innovation in a team environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE975 | CPCCCA2002B | Use carpentry tools and equipment | 52 | Unit of competency |
| D7383 | CPCCPD2012A | Use painting and decorating tools and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0672 | BSBDIV301A | Work effectively with diversity | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C682 | CUE40303 | Certificate IV in Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Operations) | Qualification |
| C687 | CUE40403 | Certificate IV in Venues and Events (Customer Service) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZO0 | CUA40415 | Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this qualification is limited to those who:
Have completed CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures or can demonstrate equivalence; and
Are able to demonstrate technical production skills in at least one specialisation that supports learning at a Certificate IV level. A specialisation could comprise skills in at least one of the following areas:
costume
lighting
scenery and props
screen and media
sound
staging
vision systems.
In particular, they must be able to provide evidence of their ability to:
produce a body of work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with at least one specialisation in line with current industry standards;
apply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one specialisation in technical production; and
apply technical skills in at least one specialisation.
Those skills and knowledge may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
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