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Perform basic transmission operations

Perform basic transmission operations

Unit of competency
National Code
CUABRD301
State Code
AWJ87
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare material for transmission, and to monitor and switch television or radio transmission signals. It applies to individuals who work in small-scale broadcasting facilities with minimal feeds and switches. They compile and sequence content to match transmission schedules and, on a limited basis, arrange connections and links between external and internal sources. They generally work under supervision with some scope for operating autonomously.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan transmission control resources
  • 1.1 Prepare or review transmission schedules and consult with operational and production personnel to ensure information is accurate
  • 1.2 Organise transmission control scheduling and prioritise resources according to production requirements
  • 1.3 Liaise with operational and production personnel and service providers to resolve conflicting issues or problems
  • 1.4 Maintain communication with operational and production personnel and originators of incoming and outgoing feeds
  • 1.5 Check and confirm equipment meets transmission requirements
  • 1.6 Arrange for equipment repairs as required
  • 1.7 Prepare and distribute workplace documentation as required by enterprise procedures
2. Prepare materials for transmission
  • 2.1 Receive incoming signals and arrange for conversion to appropriate format according to enterprise protocols, industry standards and delivery method
  • 2.2 Test equipment to measure signal parameters before and after conversion
  • 2.3 Identify, time and sequence program components according to enterprise procedures and collate for transmission
  • 2.4 Insert appropriate time codes and cue points, ensuring breaks are scheduled and programmed correctly
3. Monitor incoming and outgoing transmissions
  • 3.1 Identify sequences of materials to be transmitted or recorded from written or verbal instructions
  • 3.2 Connect equipment and switch relevant feeds according to production requirements
  • 3.3 Assess technical quality of audio or vision signals and sources
  • 3.4 Use appropriate equipment to verify transmitting signals comply with specifications
  • 3.5 Diagnose and resolve faults during transmissions
  • 3.6 Maintain communication with operational and production personnel at off-site locations to facilitate efficient switching of up-links and down-links
4. Provide general technical support
  • 4.1 Liaise with operational and production personnel throughout broadcasts, and switch feeds into and out of transmission control as requested
  • 4.2 Assess transmission levels and respond according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.3 Check appropriate back-up systems are available in the event of equipment breakdowns or line feed drop-outs
  • 4.4 Retain contact with feed provider to ensure ongoing technical quality and delivery of required switching of up-links and down-links
  • 4.5 Undertake safe working practices and monitor safety and security of work area and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1073 CUFBRD301A Perform basic transmission operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD08 CUABRD411 Carry out transmission operations Unit of competency