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Complete compositing to create elements for the 3-D and digital effects environment
Complete compositing to create elements for the 3-D and digital effects environment
Unit of competency
National Code
ICAGAM531A
ICAGAM531A
State Code
D7834
D7834
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/10/2011
Field of Education
020115 - Computer Graphics
Original Release Date
07/10/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to composite photographic, 3-D and digital effects elements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm compositing requirements
- 1.1 Undertake consultation with the client to develop the compositing brief
- 1.2 Plan and schedule compositing work
- 1.3 Identify appropriate software tools, equipment and mediafor compositing work
- 1.4 Consult with relevant personnel in regard to technical aspects of proposed compositing
- 1.5 Confirm compositing requirements with client prior to work commencement
2. Prepare elements for compositing
- 2.1 Select resolution and aspect ratio for final composited output
- 2.2 Create digitised elements through non-digital means
- 2.3 Identify and obtain source plates or layers, images and other elements for compositing
- 2.4 Modify or repair elements that are problematic or inconsistent with desired outcomes
- 2.5 Undertake colour correction of plates and elements
- 2.6 Create additional elements where required
- 2.7 Generate mattes
3. Composite images to achieve an integrated result
- 3.1 Track and stabilise images to be composited
- 3.2 Match cameras, lighting and shadows, and add motion blur as required to finalise composite
- 3.3 Integrate plates, layers or elements in the correct sequence using compositing software
- 3.4 Incorporate grain where required
- 3.5 Present test composites to client for approval
4. Render composited images and save files
- 4.1 Optimise composited images for rendering
- 4.2 Undertake rendering process using efficient levels of resources
- 4.3 Store or archive rendered files in the specified output format
- 4.4 Review completed render to ensure quality and compliance with system requirements and client brief
5. Present composite to client for final approval
- 5.1 Present final composited images for client approval
- 5.2 Make adjustments to composited images where required to meet client requirements
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.
Plan and schedule may include:
booking facilities
checking availability of resources for compositing
discussions with team members and stakeholders
production or pipeline planning
scheduling and balancing a range of compositing activities to meet client time line
undertaking technical and design research.
Software tools may include:
After Effects
Avid
Blender
Combustion
D2 Nuke
Digital Fusion
Final Cut Pro
Flame
Flint
Fusion
Illustrator
Inferno
Inferno
Lustre
Photoshop
Premier
Renderman
Shake.
Equipment and media may include:
compositing software
computer workstation
ergonomic furniture
hubs
input device, such as stylist tablet, keyboard and mouse
output device, such as monitor, TV, printer and speakers
render farm
render network distribution software
rendering software
switches.
Personnel may include:
animator
compositor
designer
director
manager
matte painter
modeller
production assistant
programmer
render wrangler
supervisor
systems administrator
technical director
texturer
visual effects designer.
Elements may include:
background plates
CGI characters or objects
filmed characters
layers
matte paintings
visual effects.
Optimisation of composited images for rendering may involve:
assessing options with key personnel
deleting any unnecessary geometry and components
optimising and refining for best render performance
organising output
preparing layer or pass control
preparing opacity mattes and alpha channels
preparing renderer attributes
rendering
selection of most appropriate renderers for specific outcomes
testing and diagnosing rendering issues.
Output format may include:
35mm
65mm
Cinemascope
DVD
HDTV
IMAX
NTSC
PAL
Quicktime
Super 35.
Plan and schedule may include:
booking facilities
checking availability of resources for compositing
discussions with team members and stakeholders
production or pipeline planning
scheduling and balancing a range of compositing activities to meet client time line
undertaking technical and design research.
Software tools may include:
After Effects
Avid
Blender
Combustion
D2 Nuke
Digital Fusion
Final Cut Pro
Flame
Flint
Fusion
Illustrator
Inferno
Inferno
Lustre
Photoshop
Premier
Renderman
Shake.
Equipment and media may include:
compositing software
computer workstation
ergonomic furniture
hubs
input device, such as stylist tablet, keyboard and mouse
output device, such as monitor, TV, printer and speakers
render farm
render network distribution software
rendering software
switches.
Personnel may include:
animator
compositor
designer
director
manager
matte painter
modeller
production assistant
programmer
render wrangler
supervisor
systems administrator
technical director
texturer
visual effects designer.
Elements may include:
background plates
CGI characters or objects
filmed characters
layers
matte paintings
visual effects.
Optimisation of composited images for rendering may involve:
assessing options with key personnel
deleting any unnecessary geometry and components
optimising and refining for best render performance
organising output
preparing layer or pass control
preparing opacity mattes and alpha channels
preparing renderer attributes
rendering
selection of most appropriate renderers for specific outcomes
testing and diagnosing rendering issues.
Output format may include:
35mm
65mm
Cinemascope
DVD
HDTV
IMAX
NTSC
PAL
Quicktime
Super 35.
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:
adhere to design brief requirements
complete compositing tasks to the required level of quality according to the brief
use and refine elements for consistency, best image quality and visual impact
adhere to system requirements related to file size, format and storage for efficient retrieval
apply safe and healthy work methods while undertaking compositing work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
computer hardware, software, games engines and file storage
compositing and output briefs
elements to be composited
copyright and intellectual property legislation
OHS legislation and enterprise policy
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
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:
case studies
work samples or simulated workplace activities
observation of the learner observing appropriate and safe work practices, and maintaining and organising their work space
verbal questioning or interview to confirm knowledge of compositing processes, and methods used to resolve issues and problems
informal individual presentations demonstrating progress toward resolving issues arising in a composite
written or interactive computer-based test or quiz
fault-finding exercises
reports and logbooks.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
adhere to design brief requirements
complete compositing tasks to the required level of quality according to the brief
use and refine elements for consistency, best image quality and visual impact
adhere to system requirements related to file size, format and storage for efficient retrieval
apply safe and healthy work methods while undertaking compositing work.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
computer hardware, software, games engines and file storage
compositing and output briefs
elements to be composited
copyright and intellectual property legislation
OHS legislation and enterprise policy
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
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:
case studies
work samples or simulated workplace activities
observation of the learner observing appropriate and safe work practices, and maintaining and organising their work space
verbal questioning or interview to confirm knowledge of compositing processes, and methods used to resolve issues and problems
informal individual presentations demonstrating progress toward resolving issues arising in a composite
written or interactive computer-based test or quiz
fault-finding exercises
reports and logbooks.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUU01 | ICTGAM531 | Complete compositing to create elements for the 3-D and digital effects environment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D568 | ICA50211 | Diploma of Digital and Interactive Games | Qualification |