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Enhance, manipulate and output photo images

Enhance, manipulate and output photo images

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPHI403
State Code
AWH70
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
100303 - Photography
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enhance photo images ready for output. This process could be digital or using a wet darkroom.It applies to individuals who use techniques to enhance and resolve the concept for the image. They may work in photo centres, specialised photo processing laboratories or photography studios.No licensing, legislative or certification conditions apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan image output
  • 1.1 Clarify and confirm concept for final images in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.2 Identify and select work prints or files and check that they are consistent with concept or brief
  • 1.3 Assess qualities and characteristics of work prints or files suitable for enhancement and manipulation
  • 1.4 Confirm output strategies, and materials and equipment needed to produce required image
2. Prepare for analog or digital work
  • 2.1 Select darkroom or digital work environment to meet project requirements
  • 2.2 Maintain clean and safe work environment during production of work
  • 2.3 Set up relevant equipment safely and prepare materials for work
3. Enhance and manipulate images
  • 3.1 Select techniques for image enhancement and manipulation consistent with concept, testing processes and purpose of work to produce optimal quality images
  • 3.2 Identify screen-based issues for consideration where appropriate
  • 3.3 Apply selected techniques to images
4. Output images
  • 4.1 Select appropriate materials and equipment for output option
  • 4.2 Produce output image by digital or analog means, and confirm that image meets project requirements with relevant personnel
  • 4.3 Confirm that privacy, intellectual property and other relevant legal requirements are met
5. Complete post-shoot activities
  • 5.1 Restore work area to original condition, disposing of waste safely
  • 5.2 Clean and care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions
  • 5.3 Store equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7714 CUVPHI404A Enhance, manipulate and output photo images Unit of competency