Skill set Outline
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Technical/Scientific Field-Based Photo Imaging Skill Set
Technical/Scientific Field-Based Photo Imaging Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
CUASS00109
CUASS00109
State Code
AE543
AE543
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/04/2021
Current Release Date
19/10/2022
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
375
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills, knowledge and performance requirements for technical/scientific field-based photo imaging.
Pathway Information
Units from this skill set can contribute credit towards the CUA41120 Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for technical/scientific field officers who, as part of their day-to-day job duties, use photo imagery to primarily record and document animals, plants and landforms. Technical/scientific field officers may also capture a limited number of images for media purposes.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units from CUA Creative Arts and Culture and PSP Public Sector Training Packages meet industry requirements for technical/scientific field officers.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODH82 | CUAPHI411 | Capture images in response to a brief | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODD57 | CUAPHI312 | Capture photographic images | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAO71 | CUACMP311 | Implement copyright arrangements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODK12 | CUAPHI313 | Process photo images | 110 | Unit of competency |
| AWF52 | CUADIG303 | Produce and prepare photo images | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCE84 | BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | 55 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD374 | CUASS00053 | Technical/Scientific Field-Based Photo Imaging Skill Set | Skill set |