Unit of competency Outline
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Make sets
Make sets
Unit of competency
National Code
CUESET302A
CUESET302A
State Code
D1583
D1583
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/03/2011
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
07/03/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret set construction schedules and specifications, and to produce sets for any production within the cultural industries.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine set requirements
- 1.1. Correctly interpret the set production schedule, set specifications, lists and scale drawings
- 1.2. Liaise with relevant personnel to confirm the set construction requirements
- 1.3. Contemplate and consider set construction methods and techniques to ensure that correct visual interpretation of the production requirements is met through close liaison with relevant personnel
2. Prepare for set construction
- 2.1. Determine the accurate measurements for the construction of the set item and make appropriate alterations to the scale drawings
- 2.2. Determine the appropriate methods and techniques to be used for the production of the set, in accordance with the design and specification requirements
- 2.3. Select and prepare the required equipment, tools and materials in accordance with the design and specification requirements
3. Construct sets
- 3.1. Construct sets using selected materials, construction techniques and finishes
- 3.2. Construct various set elements in a logical order and to meet production timelines
- 3.3. Follow safety procedures during the construction process in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements
- 3.4. Participate in any ongoing production technique trials to establish the best results and solve any problems during the construction of the set items, including: colour mixes, textures, materials, construction techniques, construction of prototypes and painting styles
- 3.5. Identify potential different approaches that may enhance the final outcome and incorporate those into the work process
4. Finish and check the set
- 4.1. Complete required fireproofing in accordance with occupational and public health and safety legislative requirements
- 4.2. Liaise with relevant personnel to evaluate and check the set items for accuracy and compliance with design and construction specification requirements
- 4.3. Identify and make any necessary adjustments in accordance with discussions, making accurate changes to relevant documentation
- 4.4. Correctly label and code all partially finished set items for identification during the construction phase
- 4.5. Store the set in accordance with organisational procedures and the nature of the set, to avoid loss or damage
- 4.6. Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and materials in accordance with relevant workplace and safety requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant personnel may include:
designer/production designer
director (photography, technical)
floor manager
head of department
performers
producer
set construction/production personnel
set supervisor/manager
specialist/technical staff
Set construction methods may include:
construction materials:
adhesives
cloths (canvas, gauze, nessle, wool, silk, velour, synthetic fabric)
fabrics
fasteners
fibreglass
leather
masonite
metal products (e.g. bars, tubes, sheets)
mouldable materials
moulded or cast metal
paper products
plaster
plastic
polystyrene
thermoplastic
timber/timber products
wood
construction methods, e.g.:
fabrication
gluing
metalwork (e.g. cutting, welding, brazing)
moulding
painting
sculpting (and other shaping methods)
timber construction
woodworking
Production requirements may include:
occupational, public health & safety requirements:
commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations
local government construction legislation and regulation
national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice
production environments:
on location (interior, exterior)
outside broadcast
stage/theatre/venue
studio
production types:
animated productions
commercials
documentaries
feature films
filmed events or performances
live or pre-recorded television productions
music video
short films
television productions of any type (e.g. music, drama, comedy, variety, sport)
Set item may include:
automated and animatronic devices
back drops
cycloramas
drops
electrical and mechanical winches
flats
flooring and floor cladding
flown pieces
hydraulics
large props (e.g. furniture)
lifts
pneumatics
rakes
revolves
road cases, boxes, crates for storage/transportation
rostra
scaffolding
soft drapes
special effects sets
stairs
traps
treads
trucks
Relevant documentation may include:
budgets
colour charts
confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes
descriptive set checklists
fault reports
hire agreements
manufacture schedules
manufacturers' specifications/instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
operational/project plan
paint colour formulas
production schedules
running sheets
scripts
set breakdown lists
set construction schedule/plan
set design
sketches
stock orders
stock reports
technical drawings
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant personnel may include:
designer/production designer
director (photography, technical)
floor manager
head of department
performers
producer
set construction/production personnel
set supervisor/manager
specialist/technical staff
Set construction methods may include:
construction materials:
adhesives
cloths (canvas, gauze, nessle, wool, silk, velour, synthetic fabric)
fabrics
fasteners
fibreglass
leather
masonite
metal products (e.g. bars, tubes, sheets)
mouldable materials
moulded or cast metal
paper products
plaster
plastic
polystyrene
thermoplastic
timber/timber products
wood
construction methods, e.g.:
fabrication
gluing
metalwork (e.g. cutting, welding, brazing)
moulding
painting
sculpting (and other shaping methods)
timber construction
woodworking
Production requirements may include:
occupational, public health & safety requirements:
commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations
local government construction legislation and regulation
national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice
production environments:
on location (interior, exterior)
outside broadcast
stage/theatre/venue
studio
production types:
animated productions
commercials
documentaries
feature films
filmed events or performances
live or pre-recorded television productions
music video
short films
television productions of any type (e.g. music, drama, comedy, variety, sport)
Set item may include:
automated and animatronic devices
back drops
cycloramas
drops
electrical and mechanical winches
flats
flooring and floor cladding
flown pieces
hydraulics
large props (e.g. furniture)
lifts
pneumatics
rakes
revolves
road cases, boxes, crates for storage/transportation
rostra
scaffolding
soft drapes
special effects sets
stairs
traps
treads
trucks
Relevant documentation may include:
budgets
colour charts
confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes
descriptive set checklists
fault reports
hire agreements
manufacture schedules
manufacturers' specifications/instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
operational/project plan
paint colour formulas
production schedules
running sheets
scripts
set breakdown lists
set construction schedule/plan
set design
sketches
stock orders
stock reports
technical drawings
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to correctly and safely use techniques and processes to realise the creation of sets
ability to interpret set designs and documentation in order to meet production requirements
ability to interpret specifications correctly to determine appropriate construction techniques for a range of sets
knowledge and understanding of the properties, applications and durability of different types of materials used to make set elements.
This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of equipment as listed in the Range Statement
access to materials, equipment and tools required to construct a range of set elements
access to set specifications and drawings
access to venues/locations in which sets can be constructed
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
the use of culturally appropriate processes, and techniques appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
case studies to assess candidate's ability to determine construction techniques for a range of different set requirements
evaluation of sets created by candidate in terms of construction quality and adherence to specifications
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of materials, safety issues and construction techniques
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFPPM403A Coordinate film and media production services and resources
CUFSET301A Assemble and maintain sets
MEM18001C Use hand tools.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to correctly and safely use techniques and processes to realise the creation of sets
ability to interpret set designs and documentation in order to meet production requirements
ability to interpret specifications correctly to determine appropriate construction techniques for a range of sets
knowledge and understanding of the properties, applications and durability of different types of materials used to make set elements.
This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of equipment as listed in the Range Statement
access to materials, equipment and tools required to construct a range of set elements
access to set specifications and drawings
access to venues/locations in which sets can be constructed
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
the use of culturally appropriate processes, and techniques appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
case studies to assess candidate's ability to determine construction techniques for a range of different set requirements
evaluation of sets created by candidate in terms of construction quality and adherence to specifications
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of materials, safety issues and construction techniques
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFPPM403A Coordinate film and media production services and resources
CUFSET301A Assemble and maintain sets
MEM18001C Use hand tools.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D194 | CUF30307 | Certificate III in Scenery and Set Construction | Qualification |
| D200 | CUF40607 | Certificate IV in Scenery and Set Construction | Qualification |