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Create prosthetics for special make-up effects

Create prosthetics for special make-up effects

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMUP614
State Code
ODF23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
110301 - Beauty Therapy
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create prosthetic pieces for special make-up effects in productions for the screen, media and entertainment industries. This includes creating realistic prosthetics ranging from facial parts, wounds and larger facial or body pieces, and multiple or overlapping appliances, using current techniques and materials, including platinum-based silicone, life-casting and urethane for moulds.The unit applies to those who possess sophisticated interpersonal skills due to the lengthy creation process of prosthetic pieces and the extensive interaction with performers. They can work alone or, on largescale productions, they can be responsible for supervising other staff.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to create prosthetics
  • 1.1 Confirm prosthetic production requirements in consultation with required personnel and with reference to production documentation
  • 1.2 Identify construction timelines and other production factors that may affect production processes
  • 1.3 Identify performer requirements
  • 1.4 Source reference materials and research aspects of required effects
  • 1.5 Maintain currency of reference materials and findings, and organise them for easy access by others
  • 1.6 Generate design and production ideas that meet production requirements
  • 1.7 Document plans for construction of prosthetics according to production requirements
  • 1.8 Discuss plans with required personnel and incorporate feedback into final plans as required
  • 1.9 Discuss with required personnel the types of materials to be used to create prosthetics according to production requirements
2. Produce original life casts for prosthetic pieces
  • 2.1 Check with performers about medical conditions that could prevent or hinder life casts being taken
  • 2.2 Explain the casting process and emergency procedures to performers according to production requirements
  • 2.3 Position performers according to production requirements
  • 2.4 Determine the position of separate or joining sections, seams and keys
  • 2.5 Check materials and release agents meet production requirements
  • 2.6 Prepare, compound and safely apply materials
  • 2.7 Obtain accurate replication of performers according to production requirements
  • 2.8 Safely remove life casts and restore performer skin and hair to original condition
  • 2.9 Pour up positive form in life cast using materials that meet production requirements
  • 2.10 Make corrections and fix distortions in the positive form
3. Make prosthetics
  • 3.1 Determine placement of prosthetic overlaps or blending edges on performers according to production requirements
  • 3.2 Compound, handle, store and dispose of materials according to manufacturer instructions, safety data sheets and health, safety and hygiene procedures
  • 3.3 Determine appropriate materials and techniques to make prosthetics according to design plans
  • 3.4 Prepare life cast surface and sculpt prosthetic design onto life cast positive using sculpting materials that meet production requirements
  • 3.5 Create negative moulds of sculpt
  • 3.6 Prepare prosthetic casting material and pour up, run and cast prosthetic material into prepared moulds
  • 3.7 Prevent deformation and impairment when separating moulds and re-joining sectional moulds
  • 3.8 De-mould, finish and store prosthetics and moulds to avoid deterioration, distortion and damage
4. Complete work
  • 4.1 Safely store and dispose of materials and equipment used in creation of prosthetics according to production requirements
  • 4.2 Complete workplace documentation as required
  • 4.3 Evaluate finished prosthetics against production requirements and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH84 CUAMUP504 Create prosthetics for special make-up effects Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGT1 CUA60620 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Qualification