CUALGT413 — Set up and operate lighting cues and effects

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What an assessment for CUALGT413 must cover

41 assessable components: 4 elements (18 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 7 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 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 Connect and format control system for productions

1.1Connect dimmers to control desk or console using control protocols
1.2Connect to peripheral accessories and control devices, display, storage and printing equipment
1.3Check system for nature of soft patch from previous production according to organisational requirements
1.4Integrate geographic, grouping, scaling and use of peripheral accessories into the patching process
1.5Check dimmer reception of data and operation meets required technical parameters of production
1.6Complete set-up tasks according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements
1.7Test control systems for overall functionality, and resolve problems or escalate as required
1.8Establish, connect and test remote controls for required production personnel

2 Plot and operate advanced cue types

2.1Liaise with required production personnel regarding production elements, lighting capabilities and cue types
2.2Make the elements required for the cue type available, and record them
2.3Demonstrate cue types to required production personnel and modify cues and required documentation

3 Plot and operate effects

3.1Discuss types of effects required and the console capacity to produce them with required production personnel
3.2Use the effects menu, demonstrating effects to colleagues as required
3.3Identify and record the sequence of steps needed to achieve chosen effect
3.4Demonstrate effects to required production personnel, make modifications to effects and documentation and rehearse with required items and personnel

4 Maintain lighting control system during production

4.1Check operational aspects of lighting console, lighting cues and effects, and back-up system are correctly prepared according to WHS requirements
4.2Maintain lighting cues and effects throughout production to meet creative and technical requirements
4.3Identify lighting problems and faults promptly and according to WHS requirements

Performance evidence

operate lighting cues and effects for at least one live production.
explore options for implementing lighting cues and effects, using a diverse range of techniques, and operating and interpreting production, creative and technical information
set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects using the full range of console features safely and effectively according to production documentation, performance requirements, organisational instructions and safety procedures
test lighting cues and effects and associated equipment are prepared and operational pre-production
make decisions about lighting operations quickly and effectively
observe dimmer control protocols during production, including those related to advanced features
identify problems and faults in equipment and operations prior to and during production and resolve in a timely and safe manner within scope of own role
collaborate effectively with creative and technical team members
produce and adjust documentation throughout the process according to enterprise procedures.

Knowledge evidence

key features and purpose of basic elements of the lighting design process and their impact on the set-up of lighting control systems
advanced features and effects associated with different lighting systems
optical and mechanical features and operations of the main types of lanterns and lantern accessories
use of different combinations of lanterns and accessories, and lighting and lighting control systems for different types of production cues and effects
lighting control concepts used in various lighting systems
operational parameters of automated lighting and lighting effects accessories
safety requirements and procedures that apply to operating lighting cues and effects.

Foundation skills

Reading: Interprets relevant documentation to determine and plan requirements
Writing: Uses clear and specialised language, specific terminology and structure and format in written communications
Oral Communication: Uses clear and required language to express requirements, provide clear verbal and non-verbal cues, and brief colleagues on lighting cues and effects Participates in an exchange of information and ideas using listening and questioning techniques
Numeracy: Calculates technical requirements Measures and tests lighting control system components Interprets numbers for channel selections Enters accurate data into cue sheets and automated systems
Self-management: Understands nature and purpose of own role and associated responsibilities Follows workplace safety protocols and procedures and enterprise requirements Identifies solutions to problems quickly and proactively Implements decisions within scope of responsibility
Teamwork: Selects and uses communication methods and works collaboratively with others
Planning and organising: Adopts a systematic approach to planning and implementing tasks required to set up and operate a complex lighting control system Plans for and uses a variety of colour media in lighting

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