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Restore audio tracks

Restore audio tracks

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU319
State Code
ODJ27
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform and deliver restoration work on recorded audio tracks using digital and manual processes.The unit applies to those who restore fragile and archival audio tracks in film, television, radio, audio post-production and archival environments. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify scope of restoration project
  • 1.1 Confirm restoration requirements with required personnel
  • 1.2 Obtain source material for restoration and confirm it is the most original and best quality recording with required personnel
  • 1.3 Evaluate condition of source material and discuss its fitness for playback and restoration with required personnel
2. Prepare source material for digital transfer
  • 2.1 Repair and clean source material in preparation for playback as required
  • 2.2 Select audio playback and recording equipment to be used, accounting for fragility of source material
3. Make digital recording of source material
  • 3.1 Set playback paths and recording settings to generate a flat, transparent and uncompressed file
  • 3.2 Set audio levels for achieving maximum fidelity
  • 3.3 Create digital recording of source material in line with restoration requirements
  • 3.4 Monitor recording and mark sections that contain audio artefacts and damage
  • 3.5 Record from other sources if sections of original version are missing or heavily damaged
4. Apply restoration techniques to audio tracks
  • 4.1 Identify and select suitable restoration equipment and tools
  • 4.2 Apply manual restoration techniques to audible artefacts and faults
  • 4.3 Use automated restoration processes to de-noise audio tracks as required
  • 4.4 Seek feedback on restoration work from required personnel and adjust as required
5. Make a copy of restored audio tracks
  • 5.1 Apply post-production processes to restored audio track as required
  • 5.2 Create master copy of restored audio track in agreed format according to restoration requirements, accounting for intended end use
  • 5.3 Deliver master copy to required personnel in line with restoration requirements
  • 5.4 Complete required documentation in line with restoration requirements and organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG77 CUASOU309 Restore audio tracks Unit of competency