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Process motion picture film
Process motion picture film
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFPOS302A
CUFPOS302A
State Code
D1158
D1158
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2008
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
31/10/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process negative and positive motion picture film. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Receive, check, and spool exposed film
- 1. Read and interpret production documentation and log receipt and processing of film job
- 2. Identify deadlines for production of film and ensure material is processed promptly to meet requirements
- 3. Check film to identify type and determine special processing requirements
- 4. Handle film with care to avoid damage throughout the production process, including protection from light sources
- 5. Transfer exposed film onto spools for bulk processing
Prepare equipment for film processing
- 6. Power up equipment according to manufacturer specifications in a safe manner and according to enterprise procedures
- 7. Check temperature controls are set as required
- 8. Monitor and regulate settings of processing equipment to match requirements of film type and processing instructions
- 9. Perform duties in a safe manner according to defined OHS regulations and enterprise protocols
Test performance of equipment
- 10. Undertake appropriate testing of equipment to prevent damage to film during processing
- 11. Process sensitometric tests as required and respond to recommendations to ensure process meets required specifications
- 12. Ensure that sufficient supplies of replenishment chemicals are available to complete processing run and advise relevant personnel of requirements
Monitor film processing
- 13. Splice film onto leader and feed spooled film into processing machine
- 14. Splice subsequent spools of film to the tail end of previous spool consistent with features and specifications of equipment
- 15. Monitor operation of equipment throughout process to maintain required settings
- 16. Complete recovery operations in response to faults, to avoid damage to or loss of exposed film
Complete work operations
- 17. Remove processed film from equipment and check for physical quality
- 18. Power or shut down equipment according to manufacturer instructions and enterprise procedures
- 19. Produce required documentation to report on the quality of processed film produced
- 20. Log completed film job and dispatch to required destination according to enterprise procedures
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.
Documentation may include:
camera sheets
can labels, e.g.:
roll number
magazine number
stock type
date
client details
computer generated
job code
job title
manually written
processing instructions.
Film may include:
black and white film
colour film
exposed film
film of any gauge, e.g. 16 mm, 35 mm, 70 mm
negative film:
original
duplicate
positive film:
release print
duplicate
sound negative or print
subtitles
unexposed film.
Equipment may include:
chemical solutions, e.g.:
pre-bath
developer - black and white, colour
bleach
fixer
wash
commercial processing machines, e.g. continuous processor
film rewind benches
film splicers
heating elements
pumps
rollers
spool
turbulators.
Settings may include:
EI (exposure index) of film
replenishment rates
settings of circulation pumps
temperature of chemical solutions
transport speed.
Processing instructions may include:
deadline details
job card/job sheet
production schedule.
Testing may include:
chemical temperature test
control strip
scratch test
sensitometric test.
Personnel may include:
archival film service officers
archivists
camera personnel
directors
film editors
motion picture laboratory officer
producers
telecine operators
other laboratory technicians.
Faults may include:
broken splices
broken sprocket holes
film breaks
machine malfunction
scratches.
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.
Documentation may include:
camera sheets
can labels, e.g.:
roll number
magazine number
stock type
date
client details
computer generated
job code
job title
manually written
processing instructions.
Film may include:
black and white film
colour film
exposed film
film of any gauge, e.g. 16 mm, 35 mm, 70 mm
negative film:
original
duplicate
positive film:
release print
duplicate
sound negative or print
subtitles
unexposed film.
Equipment may include:
chemical solutions, e.g.:
pre-bath
developer - black and white, colour
bleach
fixer
wash
commercial processing machines, e.g. continuous processor
film rewind benches
film splicers
heating elements
pumps
rollers
spool
turbulators.
Settings may include:
EI (exposure index) of film
replenishment rates
settings of circulation pumps
temperature of chemical solutions
transport speed.
Processing instructions may include:
deadline details
job card/job sheet
production schedule.
Testing may include:
chemical temperature test
control strip
scratch test
sensitometric test.
Personnel may include:
archival film service officers
archivists
camera personnel
directors
film editors
motion picture laboratory officer
producers
telecine operators
other laboratory technicians.
Faults may include:
broken splices
broken sprocket holes
film breaks
machine malfunction
scratches.
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:
processing of motion picture film that demonstrates:
safe handling of hazardous materials and exposed and unexposed film
correct interpretation of job instructions
attention to detail
collaborative approach to work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
practical demonstration of skills within timeframes in a work environment
access to motion picture film processing opportunities, together with a reasonable variety of assignments
access to a range of motion picture film processing hardware
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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
inspection of film processed by the candidate in response to instructions received from a supervisor
observation of the candidate processing film to determine whether correct procedures have been followed
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFPOS301A Prepare motion picture film for printing or transfer
CUFPOS303A Print motion picture film.
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:
processing of motion picture film that demonstrates:
safe handling of hazardous materials and exposed and unexposed film
correct interpretation of job instructions
attention to detail
collaborative approach to work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
practical demonstration of skills within timeframes in a work environment
access to motion picture film processing opportunities, together with a reasonable variety of assignments
access to a range of motion picture film processing hardware
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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
inspection of film processed by the candidate in response to instructions received from a supervisor
observation of the candidate processing film to determine whether correct procedures have been followed
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFPOS301A Prepare motion picture film for printing or transfer
CUFPOS303A Print motion picture film.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D192 | CUF30107 | Certificate III in Media | Qualification |