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Create special effects for scenic art

Create special effects for scenic art

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASCE411
State Code
ODG25
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
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to create a range of visual effects, such as textures and trompe l’oeil, on scenic art for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries. It involves planning special effects requirements with required personnel, testing different techniques and producing special effects on scenic art materials.The unit applies to those who work autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for ensuring that special effects on scenic art meet the creative requirements of productions. They may be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm special effects requirements
  • 1.1 Identify special effects requirements for scenic art with required colleagues
  • 1.2 Discuss visual interpretation of special effects and ways in which they could be realised
  • 1.3 Reach agreement on scope of own work and production deadlines
2. Test techniques for creating special effects
  • 2.1 Identify options for achieving required effects and establish criteria for selecting final approaches in consultation with required personnel
  • 2.2 Research different approaches and techniques using different sources
  • 2.3 Select tools and equipment to test approaches and techniques
  • 2.4 Test and experiment with different techniques and materials that might achieve required effects
  • 2.5 Evaluate testing processes against selection criteria and select preferred approach
  • 2.6 Document selected processes, including records of materials and equipment to be used
3. Produce special effects scenic art
  • 3.1 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible
  • 3.2 Produce special effects for scenic art using selected techniques
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust as required
  • 3.4 Identify problems encountered while creating special effects, take action within scope of own responsibilities and refer to others as required
  • 3.5 Contribute to evaluations of set construction processes and note ways to improve own work performance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI184 CUASCE401 Create special effects for scenic art Unit of competency