Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 8:05 AM AWST
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Develop self for photoimaging industry
Develop self for photoimaging industry
Unit of competency
National Code
CUVPHI02B
CUVPHI02B
State Code
D1722
D1722
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/08/2008
Field of Education
080305 - Personal Management Training
Original Release Date
21/08/2008
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This is a professional practice unit which describes development of technical and conceptual skills required to work in the photoimaging environment. It also deals with communicating effectively and working strategically to achieve planned outcomes as a photoimaging practitioner. This work would usually be carried out under mentored supervision.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Acquire and develop technical skills.
- 1.1 Plan strategies to ensure the development of appropriate technical skills in photoimaging practice.1.2 Identify and use relevant practice, feedback, discussion and evaluation opportunities to continuously improve technical skills.1.3 Test the capabilities of materials, tools and equipment to develop technical skills.1.4 Identify and use relevant journals, magazines, catalogues and other media to stimulate technical and professional development.
2 Develop conceptual skills and ideas.
- 2.1 Discuss ideas with others and apply knowledge gained to inform own practice.2.2 Use work practice to gain experience in a range of genres and interpretations.2.3 Study the work of others to stimulate conceptual and technical skills development.2.4 Identify and use a range of opportunities to develop own practice and keep informed about current photoimaging practice.
3 Develop own style.
- 3.1 Explore and experiment with new ideas in making and/or interpreting work.3.2 Explore and use technology where appropriate to expand own practice.3.3 Demonstrate own style through photoimaging project realisation.
4 Evaluate own work.
- 4.1 Seek and apply constructive criticism from more experienced practitioners.4.2 Evaluate own work against planned strategy for own photoimaging practice.4.3 Evaluate own work in the context of work by others in order to extend own practice.4.4 Adjust work processes and practice as necessary to improve technical, conceptual and commercial outcomes.
5 Research work opportunities.
- 5.1 Correctly identify sources of information relating to work opportunities.5.2 Identify networks and promotional opportunities within the industry which may be helpful in developing career opportunities.5.3 Incorporate research results and information into own work practice and career planning.
applying photoimaging techniques
being involved in a range of relevant photoimaging activities
communicating with peers
experimenting and testing
identifying and using a range of opportunities
participating in professional development and other learning opportunities
participating in relevant associations
undertaking training courses
working effectively with mentor/assessor/trainer.
advertising
destination/natural history
editorial
fashion
illustration
medical/technical/scientific
photo/social-documentary
photoimaging for a visual arts context
photoimaging in a graphics and multimedia context
press and public relations
wedding/portrait.
analysing and researching the work of others relevant to selected area of specialisation
analysing conventions, practices and customs in photoimaging practice and allied creative industries
developing a project and/or folio
exploring elements and principles of photoimaging and allied creative industries.
competitions
exhibitions
floor talks at galleries
lectures, seminars, conferences, symposiums
master classes
membership of professional organisation/body
trade fairs expositions
visits to workplaces.
extending the possibilities of materials, equipment towards their full potential and this involves innovation.
employer listings
exhibition catalogues and programs
job advertisements
photographic journals
websites
word of mouth.
alumni organisations
colleagues and teachers
consumer organisations
professional associations.
applications to funding bodies
competitions
exhibitions.
being involved in a range of relevant photoimaging activities
communicating with peers
experimenting and testing
identifying and using a range of opportunities
participating in professional development and other learning opportunities
participating in relevant associations
undertaking training courses
working effectively with mentor/assessor/trainer.
advertising
destination/natural history
editorial
fashion
illustration
medical/technical/scientific
photo/social-documentary
photoimaging for a visual arts context
photoimaging in a graphics and multimedia context
press and public relations
wedding/portrait.
analysing and researching the work of others relevant to selected area of specialisation
analysing conventions, practices and customs in photoimaging practice and allied creative industries
developing a project and/or folio
exploring elements and principles of photoimaging and allied creative industries.
competitions
exhibitions
floor talks at galleries
lectures, seminars, conferences, symposiums
master classes
membership of professional organisation/body
trade fairs expositions
visits to workplaces.
extending the possibilities of materials, equipment towards their full potential and this involves innovation.
employer listings
exhibition catalogues and programs
job advertisements
photographic journals
websites
word of mouth.
alumni organisations
colleagues and teachers
consumer organisations
professional associations.
applications to funding bodies
competitions
exhibitions.
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:
application of planned strategies to develop appropriate skills in photoimaging practice
demonstration of work practice which develops own style through exploring and experimenting with new ideas in making and/or interpreting work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
the opportunity to use a range of strategies and resources to develop own practice
assessment conducted over a period of time to reflect the ongoing nature of skills in this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
oral questioning and/or discussion about the candidate's intentions and work outcome
written reports or presentations
review of folios, which may include photographic images (including digital construction) in artist's books, boxed sets, print folios, exhibitions, through electronic media presentation devices, and installations
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who 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 equipment for photoimaging practice and to information about photoimaging.
This unit has linkages to all other photoimaging units and combined assessment and/or training with these units may be appropriate.
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:
application of planned strategies to develop appropriate skills in photoimaging practice
demonstration of work practice which develops own style through exploring and experimenting with new ideas in making and/or interpreting work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
the opportunity to use a range of strategies and resources to develop own practice
assessment conducted over a period of time to reflect the ongoing nature of skills in this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
oral questioning and/or discussion about the candidate's intentions and work outcome
written reports or presentations
review of folios, which may include photographic images (including digital construction) in artist's books, boxed sets, print folios, exhibitions, through electronic media presentation devices, and installations
third party workplace reports of performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who 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 equipment for photoimaging practice and to information about photoimaging.
This unit has linkages to all other photoimaging units and combined assessment and/or training with these units may be appropriate.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6524 | CUVPHI02A | Develop self for photoimaging industry | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7715 | CUVPHI405A | Develop self for photo imaging industry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D208 | CUV50407 | Diploma of Photoimaging | Qualification |