Unit of competency Outline
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Collaborate on the design of broadcasting facilities
Collaborate on the design of broadcasting facilities
Unit of competency
National Code
CUABRT501
CUABRT501
State Code
AWJ77
AWJ77
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge needed to collaborate on the design of television or radio broadcasting facilities.It applies to individuals responsible for working with clients to determine the best way of designing facilities that meets current needs and, wherever possible, anticipates future needs. They must have highly developed liaison and negotiation skills, and be good communicators. They generally work on a contract basis or with companies that specialise in the design and installation of broadcasting facilities.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify design requirements
- 1.1 Confirm overall objectives for proposed broadcasting facilities in consultation with relevant personnel
- 1.2 Identify factors, including technological change, that may impact how facilities are designed, including for future needs
- 1.3 Research the market for complete solutions that could meet the design objectives
- 1.4 Research and assess the range of equipment available to meet facility requirements and check compatibility with existing systems or infrastructure if applicable
- 1.5 Discuss the range of solutions with clients and other relevant personnel and reach agreement on preferred approach
- 1.6 Document agreed approach and obtain sign-off from relevant personnel to proceed with detailed design specifications
2. Collaborate on determining design approach
- 2.1 Generate and evaluate design options that are realistic in terms of budget, users, servicing, network integrity and timelines
- 2.2 Advise clients on capital equipment purchases that may influence choice of design option
- 2.3 Evaluate options and select the one that best meets project objectives, taking the budget into account
- 2.4 Discuss selected option with client and amend as required to incorporate their feedback
- 2.5 Prepare information, diagrams and equipment specifications to support agreed design option
- 2.6 Discuss design brief with personnel involved in implementation of design and incorporate their ideas into overall approach
3. Finalise designs
- 3.1 Check proposal complies with relevant industry regulations and standards, including work health and safety (WHS) and copyright
- 3.2 Prepare design plans that specify work, equipment, personnel and materials required, as well as arrangements for contractors and equipment purchase or hire
- 3.3 Prepare detailed drawings and specifications to support design plans, using a range of formats, design techniques and standard drawing notations
- 3.4 Prepare documentation relating to installation or modification, testing and ongoing operations and maintenance, and attach to design plans
- 3.5 Discuss and confirm additional requirements or modifications to design plans with relevant personnel
- 3.6 Discuss intellectual property and copyright protection with client and obtain final sign-off on design plans from client
- 3.7 Evaluate self and design process and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1084 | CUFBRT501A | Collaborate on the design of broadcasting facilities | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT1 | CUA60620 | Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |
| AZO1 | CUA60615 | Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |