Certificate III in Scenery and Set Construction

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in the area of constructing sets, props and scenery for productions, events or exhibitions in the film, television and entertainment industries. They apply a broad range of competencies in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. They may provide technical advice and support to a team.

Job roles

Construction workshop assistant

Props assistant

Scenic art assistant.


Subjects

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 12

4 core units

6 Group A units

2 elective units

2 elective units must be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level.

Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.

Core units

Industry context

add topic CUFIND301B Work effectively in the screen and media industries

or

add topic CUEIND01C Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge

And the following units:

General maintenance

add topic CPCCCM1005A Carry out measurements and calculations

add topic MEM18001C Use hand tools

OHS

add topic CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures

Group A units (specialist)

Props

add topic CUEPRP02B Research, obtain and prepare props

add topic CUEPRP03B Apply a general knowledge of props construction

add topic CUEPRP04B Use casting and moulding techniques to make props

add topic CUEPRP05B Make prop furniture

add topic CUEPRP06B Construct mechanical props

add topic CUEPRP07B Make props using mixed media

add topic CUFPRP201A Repair, maintain and alter props

add topic CUFPRP301A Assemble and maintain props

Scenic art

add topic CUESCE06B Use scenic art painting techniques

add topic CUESCE07B Create special effects for scenic art

add topic CUFSCE201A Prepare and prime scenic art cloths

add topic CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art

add topic CPCCPD3008A Apply decorative paint finishes

add topic CPCCPD3004A Apply paint by spray

add topic CPCCPD3003A Apply texture coat paint by brush, roller and spray

Sets

add topic CUESET05C Apply set construction techniques

add topic CUESET09B Construct soft scenery

add topic CUESET10B Construct mechanical sets

add topic CUESET302A Make sets

add topic CUFSET301A Assemble and maintain sets

Special effects

add topic CUFSFX301A Maintain and repair special effects items

Group Bunits

Construction

add topic CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry

Costume

add topic LMTCL2004B Sew components

Creative thinking

add topic BSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

Design

add topic BSBDES301A Explore the use of colour

add topic BSBDES302A Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

add topic BSBDES303A Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

Drawing

add topic CUVCOR08B Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept

add topic CUVCRS03B Produce computer-aided drawings

add topic CUVCRS04B Produce technical drawings

add topic CUVCRS06B Make scale models

First aid

add topic HLTFA301B Apply first aid

General maintenance

add topic CPCCCA2001A Handle carpentry materials

add topic CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

add topic CPCCSC2002A Erect and dismantle basic scaffolding

add topic CPCCSF2001A Handle steelfixing materials

Innovation

add topic BSBINN201A Contribute to workplace innovation

Staging

add topic CUESTA01C Install staging elements

add topic CUESTA05B Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities

add topic CUESTA06B Apply a general knowledge of theatrical rigging

Sustainability

add topic BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Selecting electives for different outcomes

The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. Examples of appropriate elective units for particular outcomes at this level follow.

Props assistant

Core units plus:

add topic CUEPRP02B Research, obtain and prepare props

add topic CUEPRP04B Use casting and moulding techniques to make props

add topic CUEPRP05B Make prop furniture

add topic CUEPRP07B Make props using mixed media

add topic CUFPRP201A Repair, maintain and alter props

add topic CUFPRP301A Assemble and maintain props

add topic BSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

add topic CUEPRP06B Construct mechanical props

Construction workshop assistant

Core units plus:

add topic CPCCSC2002A Erect and dismantle basic scaffolding

add topic CPCCCA2001A Handle carpentry materials

add topic CPCCSF2001A Handle steelfixing materials

add topic CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

add topic CUESTA05B Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities

add topic CUESET302A Make sets

add topic CUESET10B Construct mechanical sets

add topic CUFSET301A Assemble and maintain sets

Scenic art assistant

Core units plus:

add topic CUESCE06B Use scenic art painting techniques

add topic CUESCE07B Create special effects for scenic art

add topic CUFSCE201A Prepare and prime scenic art cloths

add topic CUVCOR08B Produce drawings to represent and communicate the concept

add topic CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art

add topic CPCCPD3008A Apply decorative paint finishes

add topic CPCCPD3004A Apply paint by spray

add topic CPCCPD3003A Apply texture coat paint by brush, roller and spray


Pathways...

    Qualification pathways

    Pathways into the qualification

    Candidates may enter the qualification with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower-level qualification.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification considerations

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a unit of competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.

National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work

The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.

CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging

CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level

CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level

CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.

National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work

Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).

Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' from the CPC08 Construction and Plumbing Integrated Framework Training Package fulfils this requirement.

Information on occupational licensing and its intersection with vocational education and training can be found in Licensing Line News at www.licensinglinenews.com.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by a props assistant based on the units listed above. Using this employability skills summary as an example, trainers and assessors can work out how employability skills would apply to other job roles relevant to the qualification to include important industry application of employability skills in learning and assessment strategies.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

interpreting and clarifying written and verbal instructions

preparing props documentation

interpreting plans and specifications

Teamwork

seeking and responding to feedback on work in progress

working as a member of a production team - both independently on assignment and under direction

discussing options for different techniques with colleagues

resolving a conflict with other workshop colleagues in relation to resource allocation

Problem-solving

anticipating and dealing with minor problems related to equipment and materials

making adjustments to material quantities to address construction problems

calculating measurements and quantities

Initiative and enterprise

generating a range of feasible ideas for props within scope of job role

sourcing unusual props items

modifying props to achieve desired effect

contributing ideas for and participating in quality improvement activities

Planning and organising

planning work tasks in a logical sequence

storing props in an orderly fashion for easy retrieval

researching and organising the acquisition of appropriate props

organising the construction of several items within a restricted timeframe

Self-management

acting within the scope of job role

following workplace procedures, particularly in relation to OHS

producing work within deadlines

seeking expert assistance when problems arise

Learning

keeping up to date with industry developments and trends

improving craft skills through practice and taking account of feedback from supervisors and colleagues

identifying and participating in professional development activities

Technology

using hand and power tools

using the internet for research

using equipment to make moulds