Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Screen and Media

Certificate III in Screen and Media

Qualification
National Code:
CUA31015
State Code:
AZO4
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1007 - Communication And Media Studies
Original TGA Release Date
15/01/2016
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Stream of Study
Trade Technician/Supervisory or Equivelant (4300)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
400
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2018
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 20/12/2018 Current Approved
1.00 15/01/2016 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator in digital video, radio and online content creation, or a skilled assistant in the film and television production services who applies a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge.

Licensing/Regulatory Information
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.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eleven (11)
- three (3) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units of which:
- six (6) units must be selected from the electives listed below
- two (2) units may be from any currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course at Certificate II, III, or IV level.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All three (3) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUL95 BSBWHS201 Contribute to health and safety of self and others 15 Unit of competency
AUL43 BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
WI122 CUAIND301 Work effectively in the creative arts industry 50 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least six (6) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWG76 CUASOU310 Analyse soundtracks 34 Unit of competency
AUL47 BSBCRT101 Apply critical thinking techniques 20 Unit of competency
AWF61 CUACAM201 Assist with a basic camera shoot 30 Unit of competency
AWG84 CUASOU203 Assist with sound recordings 35 Unit of competency
AWJ37 CUADIG302 Author interactive sequences 40 Unit of competency
AWH03 CUARES201 Collect and organise content for broadcast or publication 30 Unit of competency
AWG80 CUASOU305 Compile audio material for broadcast 50 Unit of competency
AUI88 BSBINN201 Contribute to workplace innovation 20 Unit of competency
AWK04 CUAANM301 Create 2D digital animations 60 Unit of competency
AWK03 CUAANM302 Create 3D digital animations 75 Unit of competency
AWF65 CUAANM303 Create 3D digital models 75 Unit of competency
AWJ35 CUADIG304 Create visual design components 40 Unit of competency
AUK74 BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers 40 Unit of competency
WI127 CUALGT201 Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge 25 Unit of competency
AWK36 CUAACD201 Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas 70 Unit of competency
AWK10 CUAAIR201 Develop techniques for presenting information on air 30 Unit of competency
AWK08 CUAAIR302 Develop techniques for presenting to camera 30 Unit of competency
AUJ72 BSBDES202 Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context 30 Unit of competency
AUJ90 BSBDES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms 50 Unit of competency
AUI55 BSBDES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms 50 Unit of competency
AUL88 BSBDES201 Follow a design process 40 Unit of competency
WG060 AHCILM306A Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols 20 Unit of competency
OAO71 CUACMP311 Implement copyright arrangements 40 Unit of competency
AWG78 CUASOU308 Install and disassemble audio equipment 40 Unit of competency
AWI62 CUALGT303 Install and test lighting equipment 30 Unit of competency
W9423 CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging 80 Unit of competency
W9428 CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level 24 Unit of competency
W9426 CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level 96 Unit of competency
W9427 CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level 24 Unit of competency
AUK66 BSBFIA301 Maintain financial records 60 Unit of competency
AWF53 CUADIG201 Maintain interactive content 30 Unit of competency
AUU48 ICTICT306 Migrate to new technology 25 Unit of competency
AWG83 CUASOU204 Mix sound in a broadcasting environment 20 Unit of competency
WI128 CUALGT301 Operate basic lighting 25 Unit of competency
AUK77 BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
AWF36 CUASOU202 Perform basic sound editing 60 Unit of competency
AWJ87 CUABRD301 Perform basic transmission operations 40 Unit of competency
AWF40 CUAPOS201 Perform basic vision and sound editing 50 Unit of competency
AWH54 CUAPPM302 Plan and prepare program content 60 Unit of competency
AWG82 CUASOU304 Prepare audio assets 30 Unit of competency
AWJ36 CUADIG301 Prepare video assets 30 Unit of competency
AWJ86 CUABRD303 Prepare video material for television transmission 40 Unit of competency
AWK09 CUAAIR301 Present programs on air 30 Unit of competency
AWF52 CUADIG303 Produce and prepare photo images 60 Unit of competency
AUL02 BSBINN301 Promote innovation in a team environment 30 Unit of competency
WG732 HLTAID003 Provide first aid 20 Unit of competency
AWJ88 CUABRD302 Provide production support for television productions 50 Unit of competency
AWG79 CUASOU307 Record and mix a basic music demo 40 Unit of competency
AWG74 CUASOU405 Record sound 60 Unit of competency
AWJ00 CUAGMT301 Repair and maintain production equipment 25 Unit of competency
AWG77 CUASOU309 Restore audio tracks 35 Unit of competency
AWJ76 CUACAM302 Rig camera infrastructure 30 Unit of competency
AWF59 CUACAM301 Shoot material for screen productions 60 Unit of competency
AUU37 ICTICT308 Use advanced features of computer applications 35 Unit of competency
AUW83 ICTWEB201 Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement 20 Unit of competency
AUM16 BSBCON401 Work effectively in a business continuity context 30 Unit of competency
AUI02 BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity 20 Unit of competency
W9434 CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry 4 Unit of competency
AWG50 CUAWRT301 Write content for a range of media 50 Unit of competency
AWG49 CUAWRT302 Write simple stories 30 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D192 CUF30107 Certificate III in Media Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGT8 CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR02290) BROADCASTING (RADIO) (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

(TR02320) BROADCASTING (REMOTE AREA OPERATIONS) (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

(TR02310) BROADCASTING (TELEVISION) (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

(TR02330) MULTIMEDIA (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

(TR02300) SCREEN (LEVEL 3) Traineeship