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Prepare audio assets

Prepare audio assets

Unit of competency
National Code
CUFSOU301A
State Code
D1193
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/10/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2008
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
31/10/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare audio assets for inclusion in interactive media.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify audio assets
  • 1. Obtain analogue or digital sources of audio
  • 2. Identify the source file formats
  • 3. Identify the output purpose, destination and platform
  • 4. Discuss with relevant personnel the required output file format and audio codecs for specified bandwidths
  • 5. Discuss with relevant personnel the appropriate audio encoding software
Prepare audio assets
  • 6. Open appropriate audio encoding software and load audio file
  • 7. Eliminate or treat defects on sound recordings
  • 8. Equalise sound output levels where necessary
  • 9. Ensure duration of audio sequences meets that required by the specification, and adjust if necessary
  • 10. Determine and apply appropriate audio codecs
  • 11. Batch optimise audio files where possible
  • 12. Save files in appropriate output file format using standard naming conventions
Package audio assets
  • 13. Assign metadata tags if required
  • 14. Group files logically in folder system using standard naming conventions
  • 15. Store in share drive or repository for production team access
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.
Source file formats may include:
WAV
AIFF
AU
MP3
WMA
AAC (Apple lossless)
OGG.
Purposes may include:
audio sequences, e.g.:
SFX (sound effects)
music
foley
atmospherics
dialogue
additional dialogue, e.g. rerecorded and narration
audio sequences incorporated into a:
website
podcast
game
learning object
interactive application
animation.
Destinations may include:
computer-based playback software, e.g. iTunes
downloading server
internet audio players, e.g.:
Quicktime
Windows Media Player
RealPlayer
progressive downloading (buffering) server
streaming server.
Platforms may include:
CD
digital audio players (e.g. iPod, MP3)
DVD
games console
internet
kiosk
mobile phone
PDA (personal digital assistant).
Relevant personnel may include:
audio engineer
clients
producer
programmers and technical support people
supervisor
other specialist creative and administrative personnel as appropriate.
Output file formats include:
AAC (advanced audio coding)
AMR-NB
Apple lossless
MP3
RAM
WMA.
Audio codecs may include:
bit depth
bit sampling rates
mono or stereo
standardised and preset codecs.
Audio encoding software may include:
audio editing tools, e.g.:
Audacity
Adobe Audition
Pro Tools
specialised audio compression tools.
Metadata tags may include:
album
artist
defaults
description
episode
resolution
track
version.
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:
preparation of a range of audio sequences to be included in interactive media products that meet appropriate technical specifications
proficient use of audio encoding software.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to industry-current audio encoding software
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 audio assets prepared by the candidate on a number of occasions
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge of codecs for various platforms and understanding of file compression.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFDIG301A Prepare video assets.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG82 CUASOU304 Prepare audio assets Unit of competency