Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Clarify scope of restoration project

1.1 Confirm restoration requirements with required personnel

1.2 Obtain source material for restoration and confirm it is the most original and best quality recording with required personnel

1.3 Evaluate condition of source material and discuss its fitness for playback and restoration with required personnel

2. Prepare source material for digital transfer

2.1 Repair and clean source material in preparation for playback as required

2.2 Select audio playback and recording equipment to be used, accounting for fragility of source material

3. Make digital recording of source material

3.1 Set playback paths and recording settings to generate a flat, transparent and uncompressed file

3.2 Set audio levels for achieving maximum fidelity

3.3 Create digital recording of source material in line with restoration requirements

3.4 Monitor recording and mark sections that contain audio artefacts and damage

3.5 Record from other sources if sections of original version are missing or heavily damaged

4. Apply restoration techniques to audio tracks

4.1 Identify and select suitable restoration equipment and tools

4.2 Apply manual restoration techniques to audible artefacts and faults

4.3 Use automated restoration processes to de-noise audio tracks as required

4.4 Seek feedback on restoration work from required personnel and adjust as required

5. Make a copy of restored audio tracks

5.1 Apply post-production processes to restored audio track as required

5.2 Create master copy of restored audio track in agreed format according to restoration requirements, accounting for intended end use

5.3 Deliver master copy to required personnel in line with restoration requirements

5.4 Complete required documentation in line with restoration requirements and organisational procedures

SKILL 

DESCRIPTION 

Oral communication

• Articulates requirements using language required for context
• Uses listening and questioning techniques to confirm meaning
• Derives meaning from listening to audio playback

Writing

• Uses required language to complete workplace documentation

Planning and organising

• Plans and sequences tasks to complete objectives

Problem solving

• Makes decisions by identifying issues and analysing information

Self-management

• Evaluates feedback and determines solutions and improvements

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with others when completing task requirements

Technology

• Uses digital tools when completing required tasks

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0.