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Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context

Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context

Unit of competency
National Code
CUVPHI304A
State Code
S7709
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
12/10/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/11/2014
Field of Education
100303 - Photography
Original Release Date
05/11/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to process colour materials in a wet darkroom environment to produce colour negatives and transparencies.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare work space for colour processing
  • 1.1 Determine appropriate colour process from supplied pre-exposed film in consultation with relevant personnel as required
  • 1.2 Select work space that is appropriately equipped for colour processing tasks
  • 1.3 Set up equipment and materials required for processing work
  • 1.4 Adhere to codes of practice and workplace safety procedures in relation to the process selected
2. Prepare to make colour prints
  • 2.1 Process film according to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2 Cut, sleeve or file negatives and/or transparencies
  • 2.3 Make proof sheets or work prints as required
  • 2.4 Evaluate and select options to manipulate and output photographic prints to meet required photographic concepts
3. Make colour prints
  • 3.1 Apply manipulation and output options to selected negatives and/or transparencies
  • 3.2 Test and review results of manipulation and output options
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on work in progress from relevant personnel as required
  • 3.4 Make adjustments and refine work until optimum result is achieved
  • 3.5 Work collaboratively with others as required to meet timelines
  • 3.6 Document work process according to workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Safely store processed film for future use according to workplace procedures
4. Restore work environment and equipment
  • 4.1 Safely clean and restore work environment to its original state
  • 4.2 Clean and maintain equipment according to manufacturer instructions
  • 4.3 Report damage to equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Store equipment according to workplace procedures and ensure readiness for future use
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:
clients
colleagues
managers
supervisors.
Features of an appropriately equippedwork space may include:
benches
electricity
materials and equipment
process-specific needs
required darkroom layout
safe lights
storage facilities
ventilation
wet areas.
Equipment and materials may include:
current professional grade colour reversal and colour negative materials
darkroom and equipment
focusing magnifier
photographic chemicals for processing colour film and papers
photographic papers
photographic thermometer.
Processes may include:
exposure and processing of colour print materials
processing colour negative film
processing colour reversal film.
Concepts may relate to:
client requirements as defined in briefs
elements and principles of design
relationship of the work to a theoretical and historical context
subject matter or theme for photographic images.
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 ability to:
produce colour prints that demonstrate the correct application of a range of techniques for the processing of colour negatives and transparencies
apply knowledge of wet darkroom equipment and techniques.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
materials, resources and equipment needed for colour film processing and printing.
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:
evaluation of prints produced by the candidate
direct observation of the candidate using colour processing and printing techniques
questioning and discussion about candidate’s intention and work outcome
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required knowledge section of this unit
review of portfolios of evidence
review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUVPHI303A Process photo images to work-print and file stage.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1729 CUVPHI09B Use colour materials, processing and printing techniques in a wet darkroom context Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH74 CUAPHI304 Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context Unit of competency