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Ensure quality of broadcast output

Ensure quality of broadcast output

Unit of competency
National Code
CUABRT403
State Code
AWJ79
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and maintain quality broadcast output from television and/or radio broadcasting facilities.It applies to individuals who work with minimum supervision to plan and manage production and may, on occasion, be responsible for supervising others. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain quality control for broadcast systems
  • 1.1 Check correct output level devices are placed in circuit to correct for losses, deficiencies or degradation
  • 1.2 Make adjustments to broadcasting equipment safely, with reference to equipment and maintenance manuals as required
  • 1.3 Check play out source to adjust levels if required
  • 1.4 Monitor and track the signal source, and where there are problems, determine arrangements for rectification in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.5 Monitor performance and condition of broadcast systems and broadcasting equipment according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.6 Document all maintenance routines and findings
  • 1.7 Confirm purpose of data analysis with relevant personnel
  • 1.8 Obtain relevant test data and resolve any data inconsistencies
  • 1.9 Analyse data using enterprise methods and procedures
  • 1.10 Check data analysis is accurate and thorough and takes account of test conditions
  • 1.11 Compare data analysis with product or asset specifications to identify faults or variations
  • 1.12 Record results of data analyses in the appropriate format
2. Rectify distortion problems
  • 2.1 Use appropriate test equipment to test broadcast outputs are within specification and phase, following safe work practices
  • 2.2 Use level meters to check frequency responses
  • 2.3 Report noise and discuss distortion problems to relevant personnel
  • 2.4 Resolve distortion problems according to enterprise procedures
3. Monitor quality of broadcast output
  • 3.1 Check and calibrate monitoring equipment to ensure it is functioning correctly
  • 3.2 Analyse broadcast output to identify problems and faults
  • 3.3 Check inbound and outbound equipment, satellite and telecom units
  • 3.4 Monitor quality of transmission according to enterprise operating procedures
  • 3.5 Carry out monitoring activities effectively with minimum disruption to broadcasting operations
  • 3.6 Determine problems with transmission and take remedial action as required
  • 3.7 Record details of monitoring activity according to enterprise procedures and industry regulations and standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1082 CUFBRT403A Ensure quality of broadcast output Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD08 CUABRD411 Carry out transmission operations Unit of competency