CUASOU315 — Compile audio material for broadcast

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What an assessment for CUASOU315 must cover

46 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 8 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 to record audio material

1.1Confirm safety and production requirements and deadlines with required personnel
1.2Research topics and frame interview questions according to production requirements as required
1.3Prepare questions that elicit information required for interview purpose and rehearse questions as required
1.4Check portable audio recording equipment and accessories meet production requirements and report equipment faults to required personnel

2 Record audio material on location

2.1Select and position microphone according to production requirements
2.2Conduct sound and level checks and ensure audio recording equipment is fully functional and recording
2.3Record identification according to organisational procedures
2.4Record audio material according to production requirements
2.5Record ambient sound as bridging material for editing process as required
2.6Dismantle audio recording equipment and check equipment is accounted for before leaving location

3 Edit audio material

3.1Listen to recorded audio and identify required edits
3.2Transfer audio material to computer or software
3.3Edit audio material using software functions according to production requirements and timelines
3.4Evaluate sound quality and content and identify problems by listening to edited material
3.5Solve identified problems using editing software and seek advice as required
3.6Save final edit in applicable file format

4 Submit edited material for broadcast

4.1Complete documentation and submit edited material for approval from required personnel according to production requirements and timelines
4.2Receive feedback from required personnel and adjust as required
4.3Archive edited material according to organisational procedures

Performance evidence

compile different audio material for at least two broadcasts that meet production requirements and deadlines.
prepare questions for interview
confirm equipment meets requirements and record sound
operate basic audio recording equipment and use microphones in non-studio locations
refine audio segments using basic editing software
make judgements regarding sound quality and content of recorded segments
adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards
document and archive audio sequences according to organisational procedures.

Knowledge evidence

typical problems that arise when compiling audio for broadcast and how to solve them
interview techniques used when recording short audio sequences
equipment commonly used to record short audio sequences
microphone techniques for: recording audio in variable weather conditions
minimising effect of background location noise while recording audio
avoiding hazards on location
technical characteristics of commonly used microphones
software commonly used to compile audio materials
different digital formats compatible with various editing processes and recording equipment
organisational procedures for documenting and archiving audio sequences
work health and safety requirements for working with sound including safe ergonomic practices.

Foundation skills

Oral communication: Discusses project requirements with others Elicits information and confirms understanding using listening and questioning techniques
Reading: Interprets textual information and determines project context and requirements
Writing: Composes and edits questions using selected vocabulary and structure for audience and purpose Completes workplace documentation using clear and specific language
Initiative and enterprise: Identifies problems with audio quality, implements logical solutions and refines final product with input from others
Planning and organising: Takes responsibility for planning and organising own workload, sequencing tasks, selecting equipment and managing processes
Self-management: Complies with legislative requirements
Teamwork: Follows accepted communication methods and practices when collaborating with required personnel
Technology: Records and edits audio segments using digital systems and tools

Unit content sourced from training.gov.au — © Commonwealth of Australia, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Auditori is not affiliated with the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

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What does an assessment tool for CUASOU315 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUASOU315 needs to address all 46 unit components: 4 elements with 19 performance criteria, 8 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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