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Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations
Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPMM344C
ICPMM344C
State Code
D3101
D3101
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/08/2012
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
09/08/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to edit, combine and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and describe formats of digital audio
- 1.1. The distinguishing features and uses of analogue and digital audio are determined
- 1.2. Terms describing audio characteristics (amplitude, sound waves, frequency, mono and stereo) are used correctly
- 1.3. Contemporary digital audio formats and their application in achieving defined outcomes are identified
- 1.4. Data rates for major digital sources and their relevance to defined outcomes are determined
- 1.5. Appropriate methods for saving and producing digital audio outputs are determined for a range of sources and destinations
- 1.6. Sampling techniques and sources for digital audio appropriate to defined outcomes are determined
- 1.7. Uses of MIDI technology are determined
2. Use digital audio software
- 2.1. Appropriate digital audio software is assessed and selected for the job
- 2.2. Programs are used to edit and manipulate audio according to the job brief
3. Edit digital audio
- 3.1. Single and multiple audio tracks are edited to achieve a defined outcome
- 3.2. Multiple tracks of digital audio are joined according to job specifications
- 3.3. Digital effects are employed to modify and integrate digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 3.4. Time encoding is applied to single and multiple edited digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 3.5. An audio track is inserted into a multimedia production sequence according to job specifications
4. Construct a digital audio track
- 4.1. Techniques for hooking sounds are identified
- 4.2. Defects on sound recordings are eliminated and/or treated
- 4.3. Special effects and mixing techniques are used on an audio track according to job specifications
- 4.4. Sequencers are used to create digital audio tracks according to job specifications
- 4.5. MIDI and sound cards are used to create digital audio according to job specifications
- 4.6. An audio track is produced using appropriate track construction software and hardware
- 4.7. Audio tracks are saved in the appropriate file formats
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Software may include:
sound editing software such as:
protools
fairlight.
Multimedia productions may include:
any aspects or sections of film/video production, educational product, game, promotional product, information product, training product, e-commerce and a range of others.
Equipment used may include:
digital recorders with/without timecode
analogue recording devices
multi track recorder
stereo recorder
portable mixers
microphones including lavalier or neck
shotgun and directional
special application
radio
stereo
amplifiers
microphone stands
microphone accessories
microphone windscreens
speakers
mixing console/desk
effects rack
tape machines
turntables
CD (compact disc) player
sequence sampler
computer DAT (digital audio tape)
mini disc
reel to reel tape recorder
hard disc recorder
DVD (digital versatile disc)
sound editing software including:
protools
fairlight
cables and connectors.
Source material may include:
dialogue, additional dialogue/voice overs, FX (effects), music, atmosphere, Foley.
Audio defects may include:
hissing
popping
black holes.
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.
Software may include:
sound editing software such as:
protools
fairlight.
Multimedia productions may include:
any aspects or sections of film/video production, educational product, game, promotional product, information product, training product, e-commerce and a range of others.
Equipment used may include:
digital recorders with/without timecode
analogue recording devices
multi track recorder
stereo recorder
portable mixers
microphones including lavalier or neck
shotgun and directional
special application
radio
stereo
amplifiers
microphone stands
microphone accessories
microphone windscreens
speakers
mixing console/desk
effects rack
tape machines
turntables
CD (compact disc) player
sequence sampler
computer DAT (digital audio tape)
mini disc
reel to reel tape recorder
hard disc recorder
DVD (digital versatile disc)
sound editing software including:
protools
fairlight
cables and connectors.
Source material may include:
dialogue, additional dialogue/voice overs, FX (effects), music, atmosphere, Foley.
Audio defects may include:
hissing
popping
black holes.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 following is essential:
incorporate audio elements into different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria
incorporate audio elements into at least TWO different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria. There should also be evidence of:
ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
ability to use a range of software suitable for incorporating and manipulating sound
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFMEM12A Update web pages.
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 following is essential:
incorporate audio elements into different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria
incorporate audio elements into at least TWO different multimedia sequences, according to job specifications and the Performance Criteria. There should also be evidence of:
ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
ability to use a range of software suitable for incorporating and manipulating sound
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFMEM12A Update web pages.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0363 | ICPMM344B | Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUN45 | ICPDMT344 | Manipulate and incorporate audio into multimedia presentations | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
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| J182 | ICP30312 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) | Qualification |
| W774 | ICP30310 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) | Qualification |