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Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations
Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPMM344B
ICPMM344B
State Code
D0363
D0363
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2007
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
30/11/2007
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to edit, combine and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations.This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to edit, combine and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and describe formats of digital audio
- 1.1 The distinguishing features and uses of analogue and digital audio are determined
- 1.2 Terms describing audio characteristics (amplitude, sound waves, frequency, mono and stereo) are used correctly
- 1.3 Contemporary digital audio formats and their application in achieving defined outcomes are identified
- 1.4 Data rates for major digital sources and their relevance to defined outcomes are determined
- 1.5 Appropriate methods for saving and producing digital audio outputs are determined for a range of sources and destinations
- 1.6 Sampling techniques and sources for digital audio appropriate to defined outcomes are determined
- 1.7 Uses of MIDI technology are determined
2 Use digital audio software
- 2.1 Appropriate digital audio software is assessed and selected for the job
- 2.2 Programs are used to edit and manipulate audio according to the job brief
3 Edit digital audio
- 3.1 Single and multiple audio tracks are edited to achieve a defined outcome
- 3.2 Multiple tracks of digital audio are joined according to job specifications
- 3.3 Digital effects are employed to modify and integrate digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 3.4 Time encoding is applied to single and multiple edited digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 3.5 An audio track is inserted into a multimedia production sequence according to job specifications
4 Construct a digital audio track
- 4.1 Techniques for hooking sounds are identified
- 4.2 Defects on sound recordings are eliminated and/or treated
- 4.3 Special effects and mixing techniques are used on an audio track according to job specifications
- 4.4 Sequencers are used to create digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 4.5 MIDI and sound cards are used to create digital audio according to job specifications
- 4.6 An audio track is produced using appropriate track construction software and hardware
- 4.7 Audio tracks are saved in the appropriate file formats
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Software
May include sound editing software such as Protools and Fairlight. Note: these programs are constantly being upgraded and replaced and appropriate up-to-date programs should be selected
Equipment used
May include digital recorders with/without timecode, analogue recording devices, multi track recorder, stereo recorder, portable mixers, microphones including lavalier or neck, shotgun and directional, special application, radio, stereo, amplifiers, microphone stands, microphone accessories, microphone windscreens, speakers, mixing console/desk, effects rack, tape machines, turntables, CD (compact disc) player, sequence sampler, computer DAT (digital audio tape), mini disc, reel to reel tape recorder, hard disc recorder, DVD (digital versatile disc), sound editing software including Protools and Fairlight, cables and connectors
Source material
May include dialogue, additional dialogue/voice overs, FX (effects), music, atmosphere, Foley
Audio defects
May include hissing, popping, black holes
Multimedia productions
May include or be included in any aspects or sections of film/video production, educational product, game, promotional product, information product, training product, e-commerce and a range of others
Software
May include sound editing software such as Protools and Fairlight. Note: these programs are constantly being upgraded and replaced and appropriate up-to-date programs should be selected
Equipment used
May include digital recorders with/without timecode, analogue recording devices, multi track recorder, stereo recorder, portable mixers, microphones including lavalier or neck, shotgun and directional, special application, radio, stereo, amplifiers, microphone stands, microphone accessories, microphone windscreens, speakers, mixing console/desk, effects rack, tape machines, turntables, CD (compact disc) player, sequence sampler, computer DAT (digital audio tape), mini disc, reel to reel tape recorder, hard disc recorder, DVD (digital versatile disc), sound editing software including Protools and Fairlight, cables and connectors
Source material
May include dialogue, additional dialogue/voice overs, FX (effects), music, atmosphere, Foley
Audio defects
May include hissing, popping, black holes
Multimedia productions
May include or be included in any aspects or sections of film/video production, educational product, game, promotional product, information product, training product, e-commerce and a range of others
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Knowledge and Skills, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Incorporate audio elements into different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria
Incorporate audio elements into at least TWO different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria. There should also be evidence of:
Ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Ability to use a range of software suitable for incorporating and manipulating sound
Evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
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 by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFMEM12A Update web pages
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
Incorporate audio elements into different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria
Incorporate audio elements into at least TWO different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria. There should also be evidence of:
Ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Ability to use a range of software suitable for incorporating and manipulating sound
Evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
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 by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFMEM12A Update web pages
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8463 | ICPMM344A | Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3101 | ICPMM344C | Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C835 | ICP30305 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) | Qualification |