Unit of competency Outline
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Enhance, manipulate and output photoimages
Enhance, manipulate and output photoimages
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVPHI08B
CUVPHI08B
State Code
D1728
D1728
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/09/2008
Field of Education
100303 - Photography
Original Release Date
18/09/2008
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply techniques to image enhancement, manipulation, output and post output processes. The manipulation and output processes employed are to enhance and resolve the concept for the image. This is a specialisation unit and refers to specific techniques used to output images in either an analogue or digital context. This work would usually be carried out with supervision.Current photoimaging industry practice relies increasingly on digital imaging processes and this should be reflected in training and assessment of this unit. Analogue equipment and processes may be used to support this as appropriate to the specific context.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Retrieve work prints or digital files.
- 1.1 Clarify and confirm concept for finalimage in consultation with relevant colleagues.1.2 Identify and select work prints or files which are consistent with concept/brief.
2 Plan image output.
- 2.1 Identify and confirm qualities and characteristics of the work prints or files suitable for enhancement and manipulation consistent with concept/brief.2.2 Resolve output strategies consistent with the purpose of the final image, including identification of constraints and requirement of specified image use (print or electronic).
3 Prepare work environment for analogue or digital work.
- 3.1 Select work environment which meets requirements for specific tasks.3.2 Care for work environment so that it remains clean and safe during the production of work.3.3 Safely set up relevant equipment and prepare materials for the work.
4 Enhance and manipulate the image(s).
- 4.1 Select techniques for image enhancement and manipulation consistent with the concept, testing processes and purpose of the work.4.2 Select materials and equipment appropriate for the selected techniques and, for a digital context, consider screen based issues.4.3 Safely apply selected techniques to enhance and manipulate the image(s) in order to resolve image(s) ready for output, which includes resolving output strategies.
5 Output image(s).
- 5.1 Select appropriate materials and/or equipment for output option.5.2 Safely output image by digital or analogue means.
6 Restore work environment, equipment and materials and ensure safe storage.
- 6.1 Safely restore work area after use.6.2 Minimise and clean up waste in accordance with safety requirements.6.3 Clean and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.6.4 Store equipment in accordance with workplace procedures and ensure readiness for future use.
evaluating the work prints/digital file images against the concept
reassessing the qualities and characteristics of the work prints/digital file images
reassessing the results of testing processes of enhancement and manipulation.
The
the subject matter or theme for the image, e.g. the body; identity; land and place; political and/or cultural issues.
The
ease of realisation
exploration of the elements and principles of design
personal affinity with the technique
the relationship of the work to traditions of photographic practice.
The
advertising
medical/scientific report
personal expression/art
photo documentary
political commentary
promotion
social commentary.
client
supervisor
others working on the project.
adjusting levels and curves
colour correction
density and contrast adjustments
digital tool box functions
dodging and burning
exploring different filters
masking, multiple printing, multiple exposure
using a range of print developers
using liquid emulsions
using photo relevant menu.
The
darkroom equipped with film developing requirements, appropriate lighting and plumbing
digital context equipped with computer, scanner, printer or other output devices, safely installed and managed electrical cabling, storage for software.
Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulations and standards.
computer
discs, electronic storage devices including hard disk, CDs and DVDs
imaging applications/software
output devices
relevant wet darkroom equipment
scanner.
Manipulation
digital techniques using a range of imaging applications, including Adobe Photoshop and features utilised by the photoimaging industry such as:
batch processing
colour/contrast and density controls
conversion to colour files to black and white images
filters
image assembly from multiple originals
layers and channel operations
masking
text
unsharp masking
wet darkroom techniques:
emulsion transfer, use of liquid emulsions
general and local toning and bleaching
high contrast techniques including bas relief and tone-line
image tone modification
masking, multiple exposure, multiple printing
sabattier effect/pseudo solarisation
selective contrast control
use of different print developers.
a range of film types for black and white, colour transparencies and colour negative imaging
a range of light sensitive papers
relevant chemicals for wet darkroom film and paper development
storage folders, negative carriers.
aliasing
ambient light
colour calibration
colour management
colour space
pixelation
resolution
screen size
WYSIWYG.
inks/pigments
metamerism
paper surfaces and types
type of printer
viewing conditions of output.
Output
analogue:
contact printers
enlargers
enlarging easel
timers
wet processing apparatus
digital:
dye sublimation
emerging print technologies
inkjet (desktop and large format)
laser printers
LED and CRT printers
other print technologies:
cyanotype
digigraphs and compugrams
gravure
photolithography
screen printing.
digital print
file
film (colour transparency)
hybrid technology
photographic print, e.g. black and white, colour
Web.
reassessing the qualities and characteristics of the work prints/digital file images
reassessing the results of testing processes of enhancement and manipulation.
The
the subject matter or theme for the image, e.g. the body; identity; land and place; political and/or cultural issues.
The
ease of realisation
exploration of the elements and principles of design
personal affinity with the technique
the relationship of the work to traditions of photographic practice.
The
advertising
medical/scientific report
personal expression/art
photo documentary
political commentary
promotion
social commentary.
client
supervisor
others working on the project.
adjusting levels and curves
colour correction
density and contrast adjustments
digital tool box functions
dodging and burning
exploring different filters
masking, multiple printing, multiple exposure
using a range of print developers
using liquid emulsions
using photo relevant menu.
The
darkroom equipped with film developing requirements, appropriate lighting and plumbing
digital context equipped with computer, scanner, printer or other output devices, safely installed and managed electrical cabling, storage for software.
Federal, State and Territory legislation, regulations and standards.
computer
discs, electronic storage devices including hard disk, CDs and DVDs
imaging applications/software
output devices
relevant wet darkroom equipment
scanner.
Manipulation
digital techniques using a range of imaging applications, including Adobe Photoshop and features utilised by the photoimaging industry such as:
batch processing
colour/contrast and density controls
conversion to colour files to black and white images
filters
image assembly from multiple originals
layers and channel operations
masking
text
unsharp masking
wet darkroom techniques:
emulsion transfer, use of liquid emulsions
general and local toning and bleaching
high contrast techniques including bas relief and tone-line
image tone modification
masking, multiple exposure, multiple printing
sabattier effect/pseudo solarisation
selective contrast control
use of different print developers.
a range of film types for black and white, colour transparencies and colour negative imaging
a range of light sensitive papers
relevant chemicals for wet darkroom film and paper development
storage folders, negative carriers.
aliasing
ambient light
colour calibration
colour management
colour space
pixelation
resolution
screen size
WYSIWYG.
inks/pigments
metamerism
paper surfaces and types
type of printer
viewing conditions of output.
Output
analogue:
contact printers
enlargers
enlarging easel
timers
wet processing apparatus
digital:
dye sublimation
emerging print technologies
inkjet (desktop and large format)
laser printers
LED and CRT printers
other print technologies:
cyanotype
digigraphs and compugrams
gravure
photolithography
screen printing.
digital print
file
film (colour transparency)
hybrid technology
photographic print, e.g. black and white, colour
Web.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
output of image(s) which demonstrate the application of selected techniques and which are consistent with concept and purpose of the work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills using required equipment and materials and selected techniques for image manipulation and output for a range of images
presence of time constraints that reflect industry practice and standards.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of the candidate using selected techniques for image enhancement, manipulation and output
evaluation of images produced by the candidate
discussion and questioning about candidate's intention and work outcome
written and verbal reports
review of folios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to materials, resources and equipment needed to safely output analogue or digital images.
It is highly recommended this unit be assessed in conjunction with:
CUVPHI01B Source and apply photoimaging industry knowledge
CUVPHI02B Develop self for photoimaging industry
CUVPHI03B Research and apply information on the traditions which inform photoimaging practice
CUVPHI06B Plan and carry out image capture in response to a brief
CUVPHI07B Process photoimages to work print/file stage
CUFSAF01B Follow health safety and security procedures.
This unit may also be assessed in conjunction with:
CUVCRS08B Document the work progress
CUVDES04B Integrate colour and design theories in response to a brief
CUVCRS14B Prepare, store and maintain finished work.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
output of image(s) which demonstrate the application of selected techniques and which are consistent with concept and purpose of the work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills using required equipment and materials and selected techniques for image manipulation and output for a range of images
presence of time constraints that reflect industry practice and standards.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of the candidate using selected techniques for image enhancement, manipulation and output
evaluation of images produced by the candidate
discussion and questioning about candidate's intention and work outcome
written and verbal reports
review of folios of evidence
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to materials, resources and equipment needed to safely output analogue or digital images.
It is highly recommended this unit be assessed in conjunction with:
CUVPHI01B Source and apply photoimaging industry knowledge
CUVPHI02B Develop self for photoimaging industry
CUVPHI03B Research and apply information on the traditions which inform photoimaging practice
CUVPHI06B Plan and carry out image capture in response to a brief
CUVPHI07B Process photoimages to work print/file stage
CUFSAF01B Follow health safety and security procedures.
This unit may also be assessed in conjunction with:
CUVCRS08B Document the work progress
CUVDES04B Integrate colour and design theories in response to a brief
CUVCRS14B Prepare, store and maintain finished work.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6530 | CUVPHI08A | Enhance, manipulate and output photoimages | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7714 | CUVPHI404A | Enhance, manipulate and output photo images | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C618 | CUV40303 | Certificate IV in Design | Qualification |
| C621 | CUV40403 | Certificate IV in Photoimaging | Qualification |
| C625 | CUV40103 | Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft | Qualification |