Sound (Live Performance)

Level 2

Awarded by the Scottish Qualifications Authority and METIER
Accredited from 1 March 2002 to 31 January 2007
Group award number: G6TL 22
Standards

This SVQ is based on standards developed by METIER. METIER draws its membership from a wide variety of people working in a broad range of occupations within Entertainment and Communication.

Structure of the SVQ

The way the SVQ is made up is shown below. The unit title appears in bold and the elements that make up each unit are listed under the unit title.

Mandatory units

Candidates must complete all of these units:

D8TG 04

Operate Sound for a Basic Live Event

1Provide live sound reinforcement for a basic event

2Operate sound effects in a basic event

B0FH 04

Rig Sound Equipment

1Set up equipment items for use

2De-rig equipment items after use

D8RF 04

Contribute to Good Working Relationships

1Clarify roles and contributions to the production process

2Work with colleagues to benefit productivity

D8RT 04

Ensure Your Own Actions Reduce Risks to Health and Safety in the Workplace

1Identify hazards and evaluate the risks in your workplace

2Reduce the risks to health and safety in your workplace

D8RP 04

Ensure Your Own Actions Aim to Protect the Environment

1Identify the risks to the environment arising as a result of workplace activities

2Minimise risks to the environment arising as a result of workplace activities

Optional units

Candidates must also complete 3 of the following units, in addition to the mandatory units: Candidates must select one from each group.

Group A

D8TY 04

Record and Playback Sound for Basic Live Events

1Record sound for use in a basic live event

2Playback recorded sound in rehearsal and performance

B0G6 04

Mix Sound

1Evaluate a sound source

2Optimise sound sources

3Crate sound mix to production requirements

Group B

D8TW 04

Provide and Mix Monitor Sound for Performers

1Provide monitor sound systems for performers

2provide a basic monitor mix to meet performer needs

B0GG 04

Provide Amplified Sound for Audiences

1Provide sound reinforcement for audience

2Provide sound mix for audience

Group C

D8RY 04

Fit Wireless Equipment for a Basic Live Event

1Rig wireless equipment for a basic live event

2Fit wireless equipment to a performer

D8T5 04

Identify, Provide and Maintain Local Technical Communications

1Identify communication requirements

2Provide local communication systems

D8RJ 04

Create, Obtain and Select Supplementary Sound Material

1Create and obtain supplementary sound material

2Select supplementary sound material

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