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Develop basic prop construction skills

Develop basic prop construction skills

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPRP201
State Code
WI166
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a range of basic techniques, materials and equipment to construct props.At this level, individuals are under broad supervision and are expected to act autonomously within established parameters as they take responsibility for assisting with props and set dressing in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for prop construction
  • 1.1 Liaise with supervisor to determine the nature of props to be constructed
  • 1.2 Select materials for prop construction according to instructions and intended use of prop items
  • 1.3 Calculate correct quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible
  • 1.4 Select equipment and tools according to materials being used and type of props being constructed
2. Construct simple props
  • 2.1 Use techniques to construct props, including the safe use of adhesives
  • 2.2 Complete the prop construction process in a logical manner
  • 2.3 Follow safety procedures throughout the prop construction process
  • 2.4 Work cooperatively with other team members to ensure team efficiency and quality of props items
3. Finalise prop construction
  • 3.1 Identify problems with prop construction promptly and take action within scope of own responsibility or report to supervisor
  • 3.2 Seek feedback on own construction techniques and note ways to improve own work performance
  • 3.3 Contribute to evaluations of prop construction processes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1565 CUEPRP03B Apply a general knowledge of props construction Unit of competency