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Develop basic skills in set construction

Develop basic skills in set construction

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASET201
State Code
WI185
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
040311 - Carpentry And Joinery
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
140
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use basic carpentry skills to assist with the construction of set elements for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.At this level, individuals are under broad supervision and are expected to act autonomously within established parameters as they use hand and power tools, and a range of materials and techniques, to create simple set elements, such as flats and treads.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for set construction
  • 1.1 Liaise with supervisor to determine set construction requirements
  • 1.2 Select materials for set construction according to supervisor’s instructions
  • 1.3 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible
  • 1.4 Select equipment and tools according to materials being used and type of set construction required
2. Assist with the construction of set elements
  • 2.1 Assist with the construction of set elements using a range of basic techniques
  • 2.2 Complete set construction tasks in a logical sequence
  • 2.3 Follow safety procedures throughout the set construction process according to organisational requirements
  • 2.4 Work cooperatively with other team members to ensure efficiency and quality of set elements
3. Review outcomes of work
  • 3.1 Seek feedback on work in progress and adjust as required
  • 3.2 Identify problems with work in progress promptly, and take action within scope of responsibility
  • 3.3 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
D1577 CUESET05C Apply set construction techniques Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG32 CUASET211 Develop basic skills in set construction Unit of competency