CUAAIR311 — Present programs on-air
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What an assessment for CUAAIR311 must cover
43 assessable components: 4 elements (17 performance criteria), 6 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 9 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Prepare for broadcasts
- 1.1Organise presentation material for ease of access during on-air sessions
- 1.2Warm-up voice for on-air sessions
- 1.3Check equipment is fully operational and refer faults to required personnel
- 1.4Make a smooth transition from previous program if required
2 Mix audio inputs
- 2.1Mix audio inputs using the studio mixing panel, taking sound characteristics of studio into account
- 2.2Prevent extraneous sounds from going to air
- 2.3Cue and play presentation material according to program running sheets
- 2.4Handle equipment operational problems safely and promptly throughout on-air sessions
- 2.5Brief and cue studio guests as required
3 Present programs
- 3.1Employ presentation style consistent with radio conventions and enterprise requirements
- 3.2Present material in a natural, conversational and engaging manner
- 3.3Demonstrate swift recovery from presentation errors and responses to equipment malfunctions, with minimum disruption to program flow
- 3.4Respond to studio directions as required
4 Wrap up and review broadcast session
- 4.1Plan and time transitions between presentation material and next program if required
- 4.2Archive and document material in line with organisational procedures
- 4.3Leave studio in an orderly state
- 4.4Reflect on own performance and identify areas for improvement
Performance evidence
- present at least two on-air programs.
- operate a basic studio panel
- present information live-to-air in a conversational and natural manner
- mix and maintain audio levels at a consistent level throughout a program
- manage operational problems with equipment that occur prior to and during live-to-air program
- archive and document program materials according to station procedures.
Knowledge evidence
- presentation materials that might be required for on-air sessions
- functions and operation of equipment used in a studio
- strategies to evaluate performance to improve techniques
- strategies for mitigating common challenges of presenting programs live-to-air
- presentation styles used in broadcasting information
- the basics of mixing audio inputs to achieve required sound
- vocal warm-up techniques
- enterprise processes for archiving and documenting material
- industry standard broadcasting standards and codes of practice
- radio conventions in relation to presentation styles and how they differ by station
- work health and safety requirements relating to the operations of a broadcast studio.
Foundation skills
- Learning: Identifies own learning needs using self-evaluation as a strategy
- Numeracy: Calculate program times to ensure smooth transitions between programs
- Oral communication: Engages audiences and liaises with others Obtains feedback and exchanges instructions using questioning and listening techniques
- Reading: Interprets textual and numerical information to identify broadcast and station requirements
- Writing: Uses clear language to complete logs, fault reports and required workplace documents
- Problem solving: Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing problems with equipment prior to broadcast and on-air Refers problems to required personnel as required
- Self-management: Follows work health and safety requirements for vocal health Complies with station procedures and requirements Plans, organises and implements pre-broadcast, on-air and post-broadcast tasks
- Teamwork: Achieves program objectives by working collaboratively with others
- Technology: Uses technology to assist with broadcasting sessions
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What does an assessment tool for CUAAIR311 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUAAIR311 needs to address all 43 unit components: 4 elements with 17 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
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