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Apply scripting language in authoring
Apply scripting language in authoring
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFDIG404A
CUFDIG404A
State Code
D1114
D1114
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/07/2008
Field of Education
020115 - Computer Graphics
Original Release Date
29/07/2008
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to write and apply scripting language in authoring interactive media.An interactive media author is often required to integrate and develop basic scripting routines that are either external or internal to authoring software. This may be necessary to enhance levels of interaction or to remedy errors in the functionality of an interactive media product developed using authoring software. This unit outlines the skills and knowledge required by interactive media authors to write and customise their own code. These routines are relevant to client-side technology only.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Investigate scripting options
- 1. Obtain design specifications
- 2. Identify areas where scripting languages may be required
- 3. Locate script libraries for pre-written scripts
- 4. Identify areas where customised or new scripts may be necessary
- 5. Present and discuss scripting options with relevant personnel to ensure compliance with design specifications
Write scripts
- 6. Scope control structures and algorithms using pseudo-code and flow charts
- 7. Ensure objects and assets are in place and identified by appropriate labels
- 8. Identify and recommend event handlers
- 9. Write code using correct syntax to meet functional requirements
- 10. Write comments to document coding where necessary
- 11. Use authoring environment where appropriate to check code and syntax
- 12. Save code
Integrate scripting language
- 13. Source and integrate scripts into authoring environment
- 14. Ensure scripted elements comply with all navigation and graphic design interface considerations
- 15. Eliminate or merge redundant code
Test scripting language
- 16. Test routines to verify script fulfils requirements
- 17. Conduct tests to ensure that scripted elements conform to required technical specifications
- 18. Test for faults and document findings
- 19. Use standard techniques to remove faults
Evaluate scripting language
- 20. Liaise with relevant personnel to evaluate process and record decisions
- 21. Archive suitable and relevant scripts for future use
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Design specifications may include:
delivery platforms, such as:
internet
CD
mobile devices
interface design
navigation design
storyboards and flow charts.
technical specifications, such as:
memory/RAM
bandwidth
file formats
computer operating systems
browsers
user requirements.
Scripting languages may include:
ActionScript
Javascript
Lingo
MEL
Perl
VBScript
other proprietary scripting languages.
Relevant personnel may include:
designers
interactive authors
IT support
programmers
other specialist technical staff.
Authoring environment may include:
authoring software, such as:
Flash
Director
browser
text editor.
Scripted elements may include:
calculations
changes to browser windows, such as pop-up and colour
cursor changes
forms that include elements, such as:
radio buttons
text fields
check boxes
list menu
hot spot interactions
pop-up windows/messages
preloaded images
rollover buttons
other behaviours.
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.
Design specifications may include:
delivery platforms, such as:
internet
CD
mobile devices
interface design
navigation design
storyboards and flow charts.
technical specifications, such as:
memory/RAM
bandwidth
file formats
computer operating systems
browsers
user requirements.
Scripting languages may include:
ActionScript
Javascript
Lingo
MEL
Perl
VBScript
other proprietary scripting languages.
Relevant personnel may include:
designers
interactive authors
IT support
programmers
other specialist technical staff.
Authoring environment may include:
authoring software, such as:
Flash
Director
browser
text editor.
Scripted elements may include:
calculations
changes to browser windows, such as pop-up and colour
cursor changes
forms that include elements, such as:
radio buttons
text fields
check boxes
list menu
hot spot interactions
pop-up windows/messages
preloaded images
rollover buttons
other behaviours.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to write code to meet functional requirements
correct and appropriate integration of scripting language into the process of authoring interactive media products.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of resources, equipment and current industry-standard software as listed in the range statement
appropriate authoring environments
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
evaluation of at least two interactive products for which the candidate has written and integrated code
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFDIG401A Author interactive media.
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
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to write code to meet functional requirements
correct and appropriate integration of scripting language into the process of authoring interactive media products.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of resources, equipment and current industry-standard software as listed in the range statement
appropriate authoring environments
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
evaluation of at least two interactive products for which the candidate has written and integrated code
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFDIG401A Author interactive media.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C4203 | CUFMEM03A | Integrate and use scripting language in authoring a multimedia product | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ34 | CUADIG404 | Apply scripting language in authoring | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D668 | CUV40311 | Certificate IV in Design | Qualification |
| AWC0 | ICP40815 | Certificate IV in ePublishing | Qualification |
| D202 | CUF50207 | Diploma of Interactive Digital Media | Qualification |
| D196 | CUF40207 | Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media | Qualification |
| 7537 | 51916 | Certificate IV in Interactive Games Development | Accredited course |
| AWD3 | ICP30315 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) | Qualification |
| J182 | ICP30312 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) | Qualification |