UAL Clapper Loaders & Focus Pullers

UAL Clapper Loaders & Focus Pullers Level 2 & 3 Diploma

1 Qualification overview 1

1.1 Qualification purpose 1 1.2 Objectives 1 1.3 Qualification structure 2 1.4 Entry requirements 3 1.5 Induction 3

2 Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loaders 4 Unit 1: Contribute to good working relationships 5 Unit 2: Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety 6 Unit 3: Prepare equipment for each day’s motion picture shoot 7 Unit 4: Set up motion picture camera equipment for a shoot 8 Unit 5: Manage motion picture camera magazines 9 Unit 6: Mark up camera and actor positions during rehearsals 10 Unit 7: Set up camera shots 11 Unit 8: Monitor the use of camera equipment and accessories during shooting 12 Unit 9: Create, maintain and update shoot equipment lists 13 Unit 10: Maintain and use adequate stock on a film/television shoot 14

3 Level 3 Diploma for Focus Pullers 15 Unit 1: Contribute to good working relationships 16 Unit 2: Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety 17 Unit 3: Assemble motion picture cameras, lenses and attachments 18 Unit 4: Prepare motion picture camera magazines, lace film and set up accessories 19 Unit 5: Maintain motion picture cameras 20 Unit 6: Select motion picture camera equipment and perform photographic tests pre-shoot 21 Unit 7: Test electronic and mechanical functions of motion picture cameras pre-shoot 22 Unit 8: Set and monitor motion picture camera and lens parameter during a shoot 23 Unit 9 Focus lenses and adjust motion picture camera and lens parameters 24 Unit 10: Review motion picture camera products and analyse for faults 25 Unit 11 De rig motion picture camera equipment 26 Unit 12 Pack & transport motion picture camera equipment, & prepare all required documentation 27

4 Assessment and moderation 28 4.1 Assessment 28 4.2 Recognition of Prior Learner (RPL) 28 4.3 Evidence requirements 28 4.4 Workplace performance requirements and the use of simulation 29 4.5 Internal verification 30 4.6 External moderation 30 4.7 Grading 30 1

Qualification overview

1.1 Qualification purpose 1.2 Objectives

The Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loader and the Level UAL Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loaders 3 Diploma for Focus Pullers are designed to provide 600/2555/4 students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to demonstrate their competence in a highly The purpose of this qualification is to assess the specialized area, supporting their progression into and competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals through a particular sub-sector of the Creative Media working in the role of a Clapper Loader. The qualification Industry. is rigorously assessed in the workplace and recognises the student’s ability to behave professionally, The qualifications are rigorously assessed in the collaboratively, and in line with industry standards. workplace and recognises the students’ ability to behave professionally, collaboratively and in line with industry standards. The qualification has been designed in UAL Level 3 Diploma for Focus Pullers collaboration with Creative Skillset, and representatives 600/2554/2 of the film industry. It is also based on the National Occupational Standards developed by the film industry The purpose of this qualification is to assess the to support their training needs. competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Focus Puller. The qualification is The qualifications are not used as a licence to practice, rigorously assessed in the workplace and recognises the but employers and practitioners support the formal student’s ability to behave professionally, collaboratively, recognition of the demonstration of competence in the and in line with industry standards. workplace in the interests of health and safety. 2

1.3 Qualification structure

UAL Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loaders UAL Level 3 Diploma for Focus Pullers

> Number of mandatory units: 10 > Number of mandatory units: 12 > Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 220 > Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 205 > Total Qualification Time (TQT): 330 > Total Qualification Time (TQT): 310 > Total Credits: 33 > Total Credits: 31 > All units are Level 2 To achieve the qualification, students are required to To achieve the qualification, students are required to successfully complete the following mandatory units: successfully complete the following mandatory units: Unit Unit title Level GLH TUT Credits Unit Unit title GLH TUT Credits 1 Contribute to good 2 30 40 4 1 Contribute to good 30 40 4 working relationships working relationships 2 Ensure your own actions 2 30 40 4 2 Ensure your own actions 30 40 4 reduce risks to health reduce risks to health and and safety safety 3 Assemble motion picture 3 15 20 2 3 Prepare equipment for 20 40 4 cameras, lenses and each day’s motion picture attachments shoot 4 Prepare motion picture 3 20 30 3 4 Set up motion picture 20 30 3 camera magazines, lace camera equipment for a film and set up shoot accessories 5 Manage motion picture 20 30 3 5 Maintain motion picture 3 20 30 3 camera magazines cameras 6 Mark up camera and 20 30 3 6 Select motion picture 3 10 20 2 actor positions during camera equipment and rehearsals perform photographic 7 Set up camera shots 20 30 3 tests pre-shoot 8 Monitor the use of 20 30 3 7 Test electronic and 3 20 30 3 camera equipment and mechanical functions of accessories during motion picture cameras shooting pre-shoot 9 Create, maintain and 20 30 3 8 Set and monitor motion 3 10 20 2 update equipment lists picture camera and lens parameters during a 10 Maintain and use 20 30 3 shoot adequate film stock on a film/television shoot 9 Focus lenses and adjust 3 10 20 2 motion picture camera 220 330 33 and lens parameters during a shoot 10 Review motion picture 3 15 20 2 camera products and analyse for faults 11 De-rig motion picture 3 5 10 1 camera equipment 12 Pack and transport 3 20 30 3 motion picture camera equipment and prepare all required documentation 205 310 31 3

1.4 Entry requirements

UAL Awarding Body expects centres to recruit with integrity and on the basis of applicants’ anticipated ability to successfully complete the requirements of these qualifications.

1.5 Induction

Centres should provide students with an induction, which ensures that: > A course handbook is provided, along with any other supporting material to facilitate effective learning > Timetable arrangements are clarified > Academic tutorials systems are provided > Learning support needs are identified and provided for, as appropriate > Course structures and assessment requirements are explained for internal assessment, external examination and external moderation > Health and safety regulations and procedures are explained. Part 2: Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loaders units 5

Unit 1 Contribute to good working relationships

Level: 2 GLH: 30 TUT: 40 Credits: 4 Unit Aim: The unit aims to enable the student to work effectively with others during the production process, including clarifying, agreeing and revising working arrangements and communicating effectively with colleagues.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand how to agree working arrangements 1.1 Identify key roles and tasks in the production process 1.2 Outline how to clarify, agree and revise working arrangements in a way which promotes good working relationships

2. Understand how to communicate effectively with colleagues 2.1 Explain the importance of balancing the needs of tasks and people 2.2 Explain the importance of sharing information with colleagues 2.3 Identify ways of tactfully requesting others to change working arrangements to improve own productivity 2.4 Describe how to explain own decisions clearly and constructively 2.5 Describe how to resolve conflict situations or dissatisfaction 2.6 Explain the importance of liaison with colleagues to productivity

3. Be able to develop and maintain good working relationships during the production process 3.1 Clarify, agree and revise working arrangements, promoting good working relationships 3.2 Communicate own decisions clearly and constructively 3.3 Resolve any conflict situations or dissatisfaction as necessary 3.4 Liaise with appropriate colleagues to ensure effective and productive working 6

Unit 2 Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

Level: 2 GLH: 30 TUT: 40 Credits: 4 Unit Aim: The unit will enable students to ensure that their own personal presentation and behaviour meet the requirements of relevant instructions, procedures and legal requirements

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand hazards and risks in the workplace 1.1 Define hazards and risks 1.2 Outline key hazards and risks in own workplace, describing safe working practices 1.3 Outline key hazards and risks within own job role, describing precautions

2. Understand own responsibilities for health and safety 2.1 Identify own responsibilities for health and safety in in the workplace own workplace and job role under health and safety legislation, explaining the importance of personal presentation and behaviour 2.2 Describe procedures for dealing with risks outside the scope of own responsibility, identifying the appropriate personnel with whom to liaise in own workplace

3. Be able to evaluate hazards and risks in the 3.1 Identify workplace instructions relevant to own job workplace 3.2 Identify any unsafe practices in own workplace and job role 3.3 Check which potentially unsafe working practices present the highest risk to self and others 3.4 Take action to address any hazards in accordance with workplace procedures and legal requirements

4. Be able to reduce risks to health and safety in the 4.1 Work safely in accordance with own level of workplace competence, relevant instructions and legal requirements, following environmentally friendly practices 4.2 Manage any health and safety risks within own capability and responsibility 4.3 Suggest ways of reducing risks to health and safety to the appropriate personnel 4.4 Report any differences between workplace and suppliers’ or manufacturers’ instructions 4.5 Ensure that own personal presentation and behaviour meets the requirements of relevant instructions, procedures and legal requirements 7

Unit 3 Prepare equipment for each day’s motion picture shoot

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 40 Credits: 4 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures to enable students to select, prepare, organise and manage equipment for a day’s shoot.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing and handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Identify the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Describe how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe procedures and products for cleaning and maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.6 Describe how to charge batteries safely 1.7 Describe how to order relevant equipment, identifying sources 1.8 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key health and safety issues and procedures procedures 2.2 Identify any special requirements to ensure the safety and security of relevant equipment when unattended

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to confirm specific 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel requirements for a shoot 3.2 Liaise with appropriate personnel to check that equipment requirements for a shoot are met

4.1 Interpret requirements of a call sheet prior to a shoot 4. Be able to select, prepare, organise and manage 4.2 Test all relevant equipment prior to a shoot relevant equipment for a shoot 4.3 Assess the shooting environment at a shooting location 4.4 Organise the working layout of a camera truck 4.5 Prepare and manage equipment bags 4.6 Establish an appropriate on set location for relevant equipment 4.7 Transport all relevant equipment to a set 4.8 Unload all relevant equipment on a set 4.9 Select and acclimatise relevant glassware 8

Unit 4 Set up motion picture camera equipment for a shoot

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials & related issues & procedures to enable students to work with appropriate personnel to ensure that all required equipment & materials are available.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues and materials 1.2 Use techniques for handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Identify the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Describe how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe procedures and products for cleaning and maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.6 Describe how to assess suitable locations for loading magazines 1.7 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Liaise with the Camera Head of Department (HOD) to 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel ensure the required stock has been supplied

4.1 Check that all relevant equipment and materials are 4. Be able to set up camera equipment and materials available 4.2 Lay out all relevant equipment and materials in an appropriate and accessible manner 4.3 Establish a base on which to build a camera 4.4 Organise a camera and accessories 4.5 Assemble a camera head on appropriate legs 4.6 Establish a suitable location for loading magazines

Unit 5 Manage motion picture camera magazines

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures to enable students to prepare and manage motion picture camera magazines for camera shoots.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Identify the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment 1.4 Describe how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe how to ensure a clean and completely dark dark room and loading bay 1.6 Describe how to load film stock into magazines 1.7 Explain why colour coded systems are required for film stock 1.8 Describe relevant special processes 1.9 Describe how to carry out feet per minute calculations 1.10 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Report any damage to the appropriate Production 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel personnel 3.2 Confirm with appropriate personnel that adequate supplies of equipment and materials have been provided 3.3 Inform other Clapper Loader(s)/2nd Camera Assistant(s) of the colour coded system in use for film stock 3.4 Confirm timings with the Script Supervisor to ensure an adequate supply of magazines

4.1 Check that all required equipment is clean and fit for 4. Be able to manage motion picture camera use magazines 4.2 Supply all required equipment and materials 4.3 Set up and equip a clean and completely dark dark- room and/or loading area 4.4 Implement a colour coded system for film stock and loaded magazine boxes 4.5 Load film as equiredr 10

Unit 6 Mark up camera and actor positions during rehearsals

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with relevant equipment, materials and related issues and procedures to enable students to mark up camera and actor positions and provide lenses during rehearsals.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Describe techniques for maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Explain how the number of actors involved affects a colour coded system 1.4 Identify benefits of laying focus marks and calling marks for the Focus Puller(s)/1st Camera Assistant(s) 1.5 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Assist appropriate personnel with line up and lens 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel selection 3.2 Explain colour coding systems in use to actors 3.3 Supply the Camera Head of Department (HOD) with the requested lenses for selection 3.4 Supply prepared lenses to the appropriate camera personnel

4.1 Record marking up requirements by observing first 4. Be able to mark up positions during rehearsals rehearsals 4.2 Mark up actor and camera positions implementing appropriate colour coding systems 4.3 Set focus and call marks as required

5.1 Check that a sufficient supply of lenses is available 5. Be able to provide lenses during rehearsals 5.2 Prepare the selected lenses for use 11

Unit 7 Set up camera shots

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedure to enable students to set up shots, meeting information requirements and operating a clapper board correctly.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing and handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Identify the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment 1.4 Describe how to mark, update and operate a clapper board 1.5 Explain how to work with the sound department to ensure effective operation and use of the clapper board 1.6 Explain when and why upside down slates are used 1.7 Explain when and why grey scale and/or colour chip charts are used 1.8 Identify information and documentation requirements relating to use of the clapper board 1.9 Explain the differences between British and American systems of slating 1.10 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Assist Focus Puller(s)/1st Camera Assistant(s) to 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel to set up check that all relevant equipment and materials are shots available 3.2 Confirm, ecordr and share relevant information liaising with appropriate personnel

4.1 Prepare and set up camera and video equipment in 4. Be able to set up and operate relevant equipment an appropriate on set location 4.2 Prepare and set up a clapper board in an appropriate location 4.3 Operate a clapper board correctly 4.4 Maintain clear and accurate logs of all information displayed on the clapper board 4.5 Transfer logged information onto negative report sheets, ensuring that all required details are included 4.6 Prepare any other required documentation clearly and accurately 4.7 Announce a take clearly and on cue 4.8 Use an end board as required 12

Unit 8 Monitor the use of camera equipment and accessories during shooting

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise the student with relevant equipment, materials and related issues and procedures to enable the student to select, maintain and monitor the use of camera equipment and materials during shooting.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key aspects of relevant health and safety procedures issues and procedures 2.2 Identify any special requirements to ensure the safety and security of relevant equipment when unattended

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel in order to select, 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel maintain and monitor the use of relevant equipment and materials during shooting

4.1 Select, prepare and supply all relevant equipment 4. Be able to select, maintain and monitor the use of and materials, relevant equipment and materials during shooting 4.2 Charge batteries safely using appropriate procedures ensuring availability of an adequate supply 4.3 Store batteries safely and securely, identifying the order for use 4.4 Announce clearly when battery change and/or reload is required 4.5 Organise the return of any equipment which is no longer required 4.6 Ensure that all equipment is stored safely, securely as required 4.7 Check that the set is secure as required 13

Unit 9 Create, maintain and update equipment lists

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with relevant equipment, materials & related issues & procedures to enable students to maintain accurate records of all equipment & materials used on a shoot.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Outline key details of all documentation requirements, identifying appropriate Production personnel to whom copies should be provided 1.3 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to create, provide, maintain and update relevant information and 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel documentation 3.2 Maintain good working relationships with suppliers 3.3 Delegate tasks when required

4.1 Maintain legible and accurate records of all 4. Be able to create, maintain and update equipment equipment and materials lists 14

Unit 10 Maintain and use adequate film stock on a film/television shoot

Level: 2 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with relevant equipment, materials & related issues & procedure to enable them to select, maintain, store & provide supplies of stock, maintaining accurate records & avoiding wastage.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Identify potential problems with obtaining stock 1.3 Describe how to prevent stock from damage, identifying the consequences of incorrect handling 1.4 Describe how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe key information and documentation requirements, identifying to whom it should be sent 1.6 Explain how to identify the personnel to whom rushes should be delivered 1.7 Describe how to deal with short ends 1.8 Describe waste procedures 1.9 Describe how to deal with loose or unevenly wound film

2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key aspects of relevant health and safety procedures issues and procedures

3. Be able to liaise with relevant personnel 3.1 Report potential stock shortages to appropriate personnel to prevent delays 3.2 Liaise with appropriate personnel in order to maintain and use adequate stock on a shoot

4. Be able to maintain and provide adequate stock on a 4.1 Maintain, store and provide adequate supplies of shoot ready for use equipment and materials 4.2 Maintain legible and accurate stock records ensuring that all required paperwork is completed and copied to the appropriate Production personnel 4.3 Re-can usable short ends, labelling and marking accurately with all required information 4.4 Download and store exposed negative rushes safely, preparing all required documentation and labelling cans accurately 4.5 Deliver rushes and related documentation to the appropriate Production personnel, meeting agreed deadlines where possible 4.6 Identify any risks to self or others regarding weight of consignment, providing adequate and appropriate information 4.7 Obtain image files, marking them accurately for rushes to be transferred to post-production Part 3: Level 3 Diploma for Focus Pullers units 16

Unit 1 Contribute to good working relationships

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

Unit 2 Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

Unit 3 Assemble motion picture cameras, lenses and attachments

Level: 3 GLH: 15 TUT: 20 Credits: 2 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to assemble relevant equipment materials carrying out all required checks

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and related 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing and handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Explain the role and responsibilities of Clapper Loaders/2nd Camera assistants in relation to assembling relevant equipment 1.6 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key aspects of relevant health and safety issues procedures and procedures 2.2 Identify any special requirements to ensure the safety and security of relevant equipment when unattended

3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel 3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report and resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to assemble motion picture cameras, lenses and attachments

4. Be able to assemble motion picture cameras, lenses and 4.1 Mount and level motion picture camera body attachments 4.2 Fit an appropriate motion picture camera motor as required 4.3 Assemble motion picture camera body components in the required configuration/mode 4.4 Prepare a motion picture camera for Steadicam use as required 4.5 Adjust shutter angle to a specified setting 4.6 Position a motion picture camera and mounts ready for shooting 4.7 Attach filters in the correct alignment 4.8 Engage a lens in a mount, locking it securely and safely 4.9 Fit supports as required 4.10 Assemble mechanical and electrical attachments as required 4.11 Attach a matte box 4.12 Adjust aperture to a specified setting 4.13 Carry out all necessary checks on relevant equipment and materials 4.14 Ensure the availability, functionality, safety and security of relevant equipment and materials 19

Unit 4 Prepare motion picture camera magazines, lace film and set up accessories

Level: 3 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to prepare motion picture camera magazines, lace film and set up accessories.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

3.1 Check that a motion picture camera is clean and 3. Be able to prepare and set up motion picture camera ready to receive the magazine magazines, film and accessories 3.2 Fit a magazine safely and securely 3.3 Lace film accurately along the film path 3.4 Check that film runs smoothly when a film camera is operated 3.5 Adjust pull-down pitch to minimise motion picture camera noise 3.6 Reset a footage counter 3.7 Set up, adjust and operate all relevant accessories safely and securely as required 20

Unit 5 Maintain motion picture cameras

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing and handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe procedures and products for cleaning and maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.6 Explain the role and responsibilities of Clapper Loaders/2nd Camera assistants in relation to maintaining motion picture cameras 1.7 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel 3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report and resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to maintain motion picture cameras

4. Be able to maintain motion picture cameras 4.1 Lubricate all relevant components of a film advance mechanism 4.2 Clean all user accessible parts of a motion picture camera 4.3 Identify any malfunctions and/or broken components 4.4 Test lens collimation, back focus and tracking 4.5 Resolve any problems relating to jammed film 21

Unit 6 Select motion picture camera equipment and perform photographic tests pre-shoot

Level: 3 GLH: 10 TUT: 20 Credits: 2 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to select motion picture camera equipment and perform photographic test

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can: 1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and related 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing & handling relevant equipment & materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment & materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment & materials safely & securely 1.5 Describe procedures & products for cleaning & maintaining relevant equipment & materials 1.6 Explain the effects produced by different types of optical equipment 1.7 Explain the effect of camera formats & focal length on angle of view 1.8 Explain how to analyse the depth of field & focus splits 1.9 Explain the implications of different flange focal depths 1.10 Explain how to assess zoom collimation & back focus 1.11 Explain how circles of confusion affect image sharpness 1.12 Explain how macro lenses perform 1.13 Explain when & how light source frequencies affect shutter angle windows for flicker free shooting 1.14 Identify commonly occurring flickering light sources 1.15 Describe currently used lacing patterns 1.16 Explain types of experiments during testing which may enhance an agreed visual style & brief 1.17 Explain the role & responsibilities of 2nd Film Camera assistants in relation to selecting motion picture camera equipment & performing photographic tests 1.18 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment 1.19 Explain the effects of menu settings & Look up Tables (LUTs) 2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key aspects of relevant health & safety issues & procedures procedures 2.2 Identify any special requirements to ensure the safety & security of relevant equipment when unattended 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel 3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report & resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to select motion picture camera equipment & perform photographic tests 4. Be able to select motion picture camera equipment and 4.1 Provide sufficient equipment & materials to meet the perform photographic tests requirements of a shoot 4.2 Draw up an inventory of all selected equipment 4.3 Carry out all necessary tests & checks on equipment & materials 4.4 Analyse the results of tests, taking any remedial action as necessary 4.5 Shoot frame leader 22

Unit 7 Test electronic and mechanical functions of motion picture cameras pre-shoot

Level: 3 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to test all electronic and mechanical functions of motion picture cameras.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for testing and handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe procedures and products for cleaning and maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.6 Identify the personnel to whom problems should be reported 1.7 Explain how to tactfully suggest solutions to problems 1.8 Explain the role and responsibilities of Clapper Loaders/2nd Camera assistants in relation to testing electronic and mechanical functions of motion picture cameras 1.9 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment 1.10 Explain the effects of menu settings and Look up Tables (LUTs).

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel and resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to test electronic and mechanical functions of cameras

4.1 Carry out all necessary tests and checks on 4. Be able to test electronic and mechanical functions equipment and materials, ensuring that all are of motion picture cameras operational, safe and secure 4.2 Monitor the operation of equipment and materials, taking appropriate remedial action as necessary 23

Unit 8 Set and monitor motion picture camera and lens parameters during a shoot

Level: 3 GLH: 10 TUT: 20 Credits: 2 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to set and monitor all motion picture camera and lens parameters.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and related 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment issues 1.2 Use techniques for handling relevant equipment & materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment & materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment & materials safely & securely 1.5 Describe procedures & products for cleaning relevant equipment & materials 1.6 Explain the effects produced by different types of optical equipment 1.7 Explain the effect of camera formats & focal length on angle of view 1.8 Explain how to analyse the depth of field & focus splits 1.9 Explain the implications of different flange focal depths 1.10 Explain how to assess zoom collimation & back focus 1.11 Explain how circles of confusion affect image sharpness 1.12 Explain how macro lenses perform 1.13 Explain when & how light source frequencies affect shutter angle windows for flicker free shooting 1.14 Identify commonly occurring flickering light sources 1.15 Explain the relationship between frequency & shutter angle windows 1.16 Describe currently used lacing patterns 1.17 Explain how to tactfully suggest solutions to any problems 1.18 Explain the role & responsibilities of Clapper Loaders/2nd) Camera assistants in relation to setting & monitoring all motion picture camera & lens parameters 1.19 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment 1.20 Explain the effects of menu settings & Look up ablesT

2. Understand relevant health and safety issues and 2.1 Identify key aspects of relevant health & safety issues & procedures procedures 2.2 Identify any special requirements to ensure the safety & security of relevant equipment when unattended

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report & 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to set & monitor motion picture camera & lens parameters

4.1 Select and fit filters asequired r 4.2 Calculate the combined filter factor 4. Be able to set and monitor motion picture camera and lens 4.3 Identify any problems with equipment and materials parameters 4.4 Set camera speeds as required 4.5 Set shutter angles as required 4.6 Set apertures as required 4.7 Set focal lengths for zoom lenses as required 4.8 Make adjustments to equipment as required 4.9 Carry out all necessary tests and checks on equipment ensuring that all are operational, safe and secure 4.10 Monitor the operation of equipment and materials, taking appropriate remedial action as necessary 4.11 Set camera menus as required 24

Unit 9 Focus lenses and adjust motion picture camera and lens parameters during a shoot

Level: 3 GLH: 10 TUT: 20 Credits: 2 Unit Aim: The unit aims to familiarise students with all relevant equipment and materials and related issues and procedures and to enable students to focus lenses and adjust motion picture camera and lens parameters.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Understand relevant equipment, materials and 1.1 Identify key characteristics of relevant equipment related issues 1.2 Use techniques for handling relevant equipment and materials 1.3 Describe the consequences of incorrect handling of relevant equipment and materials 1.4 Explain how to store relevant equipment and materials safely and securely 1.5 Describe procedures and products for cleaning and maintaining relevant equipment and materials 1.6 Explain the effects produced by different types of optical equipment 1.7 Explain how to make relevant calculations 1.8 Explain techniques for calculating focus splits 1.9 Explain how focus depth and hyperfocal distance affect depth of field calculations 1.10 Explain the role and responsibilities of Clapper Loaders/2nd Camera assistants in relation to focusing lenses and adjusting motion picture camera and lens parameters 1.11 Follow manufacturers’ instructions for relevant equipment

3.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to address, report 3. Be able to liaise with appropriate personnel and resolve any technical requirements or problems in order to focus lenses, adjust motion picture cameras and lens parameters

4.1 Measure points required to adjust focus during 4. Be able to focus lenses and adjust motion picture shots, ensuring minimum disturbance to others cameras and lens parameters 4.2 Mark up lens focus scales with relevant focus points 4.3 Mark up a set with relevant focus points 4.4 Maintain focus throughout a shot without continuous reference to calibration, ensuring that the motion picture camera is not disturbed 4.5 Calculate focus splits and field depth for all conditions 4.6 Monitor the operation of equipment taking appropriate remedial action as necessary 25

Unit 10 Review motion picture camera products and analyse for faults

Level: 3 GLH: 15 TUT: 20 Credits: 2 Unit Aim: This unit involves identifying hazards in the production environment, assessing the level of risk, recommending actions and carrying out a review of the risk assessment.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

2. Be able to assess the level of risk in the workplace 2.1 Identify all legal requirements that are appropriate to the workplace and working practices being assessed 2.2 Check that effective control measures are in place to meet all legal requirements 2.3 Check that industry standards and all other reasonable precautions are in place 2.4 Identify hazards that should be eliminated 2.5 Prioritise hazards that are most likely to cause serious harm to people when carrying out a risk assessment 2.6 Determine the level of risk, identifying how the risks can be controlled to minimise harm 2.7 Rate unacceptable risks in priority order, including breaches of relevant health and safety legislation and workplace procedures

3. Be able to recommend action following risk 3.1 Identify recommendations for minimising risks assessment 3.2 Present the results of the risk assessment to the responsible parties in the agreed format and timescale

4. Be able to review own assessment of risk in the 4.1 Review current workplace and working practices in workplace relation to own risk assessment 4.2 Identify accurately any significant differences between previous and new working practices 4.3 Review the action taken as a result of own recommendations in the latest risk assessment 4.4 Identify accurately new hazards arising from changes in the workplace or working practices 4.5 Make the required changes to the risk assessment as a result of the review 4.6 Inform promptly all parties affected by the changes 26

Unit 11 De-rig motion picture camera equipment

Level: 3 GLH: 5 TUT: 10 Credits: 1 Unit Aim: This unit will enable the Supervisory Stagehand to coordinate with other trades to plan resource requirements and contingencies and plan the strike activity, ensuring sufficient resources are available.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Be able to liaise with other departments to plan 1.1 Identify requirements and deadlines in accordance resource requirements with production plans and schedules 1.2 Agree the staffing levels required with relevant parties, identifying the skills needed 1.3 Confirm the tools, equipment and esourcesr required with relevant departments 1.4 Liaise with other departments regarding when and where to move completed set pieces and other large items

2. Be able to liaise with other departments to plan for 2.1 Identify how to set up a contingency plan in case of contingencies changes in production schedules which may impact on resources 2.2 Agree a contingency if there is a shortfall in staffing levels 2.3 Keep in regular contact with other departments to maintain the working schedule, making ad-hoc changes as required

3. Be able to respond to requests from other 3.1 Respond promptly and efficiently to requests for departments information regarding stagehand activity

4. Be able to plan strike activity 4.1 Schedule strike activity in accordance with overall production requirements and timescales 4.2 Notify parties involved in strike activity 4.3 Plan the strike in a logical order, identifying resources required 4.4 Determine which items need to be retained and which have special instructions 27

Unit 12 Pack and transport motion picture camera equipment and prepare all required documentation

Level: 3 GLH: 20 TUT: 30 Credits: 3 Unit Aim: This unit involves identifying hazards in the production environment, assessing the level of risk, recommending actions and carrying out a review of the risk assessment.

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The student will: The student can:

1. Be able to identify hazards in the workplace 1.1 Identify why & where risk assessment will be carried out 1.2 Check that all available information on statutory health and safety regulations is current and from recognised and reliable information sources 1.3 Identify when and from where to obtain expert advice and guidance on risk assessment 1.4 Select a method of identifying hazards that is appropriate to the workplace being assessed 1.5 Identify those areas in the workplace where hazards with a potential for serious harm to health and safety are most likely to occur 1.6 Identify hazards which could result in serious harm to people 1.7 Record identified hazards in a way which meets legal, good practice and workplace requirements 1.8 Report the results of the process of identifying hazards to the responsible parties in an agreed format and timescale 2. Be able to assess the level of risk in the workplace 2.1 Identify all legal requirements that are appropriate to the workplace and working practices being assessed 2.2 Check that effective control measures are in place to meet all legal requirements 2.3 Check that industry standards and all other reasonable precautions are in place 2.4 Identify hazards that should be eliminated 2.5 Prioritise hazards that are most likely to cause serious harm to people when carrying out a risk assessment 2.6 Determine the level of risk, identifying how the risks can be controlled to minimise harm 2.7 Rate unacceptable risks in priority order, including breaches of relevant health and safety legislation and workplace procedures 3. Be able to recommend action following risk 3.1 Identify recommendations for minimising risks assessment 3.2 Present the results of the risk assessment to the responsible parties in the agreed format and timescale 4. Be able to review own assessment of risk in the 4.1 Review current workplace and working practices in workplace relation to own risk assessment 4.2 Identify accurately any significant differences between previous and new working practices 4.3 Review the action taken as a result of own recommendations in the latest risk assessment 4.4 Identify accurately new hazards arising from changes in the workplace or working practices 4.5 Make the required changes to the risk assessment as a result of the review 4.6 Inform promptly all parties affected by the changes Diplomas for Clapper Loaders and Focus Pullers Handbook 28

Assessment and Moderation

4.1 Assessment 4.3 Evidence requirements

Assessment is the process for measuring a student’s To achieve each unit, students must gather evidence skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards showing that they have met the required standard set in a qualification. specified in the assessment criteria. For these qualifications, evidence is likely to be presented via All units that make up the UAL Level 2 and 3 Grips and a portfolio. A portfolio must contain details of skills, Crane Technician Diplomas are internally assessed and knowledge, understanding and achievement arising from verified by qualified staff within a centre, and externally the assessment and relevant work-related activities. The moderated by UAL Awarding Body. All assignments and main criterion is that the portfolio should have a clear projects devised by the centre or students must provide structure and be easy to follow with the different pieces appropriate opportunities for students to generate the of evidence easy to locate. evidence required to meet the assessment criteria for the unit or units that the assignment or project relates to. > Products of workplace performance, for example, Students are required to develop a portfolio of evidence completed assignments and projects, production for all assignments and projects set. equipment lists, meeting notes, recce notes and risk assessment records No matter how the evidence is generated, all evidence > Assessor observations of workplace or simulated skills provided to meet the assessment criteria must be: activities > Valid: relevant to the skills, knowledge and > Evidence from others about the student’s abilities, for understanding for which competence is claimed example, witness testimonies > Reliable: indicates that the student can consistently > Assessor feedback detailing how learning outcomes demonstrate the knowledge, skills and understanding and assessment criteria have been met required to demonstrate competence > Record of professional discussion and/or oral and > Authentic: produced by the student written questioning > Sufficient: fully meets theequirements r of the unit or > Index for the evidence together with indication of how units. the learning outcomes and assessment criteria are covered > Evidence of continuing professional development and 4.2 Recognition of prior learning (RPL) reflective practice.

Recognition of prior learning may be awarded for both Wherever possible, centres should adopt a holistic the Level 2 Diploma for Clapper Loaders and Level 3 approach to assessing the units in the qualification. Diploma for Focus Pullers. The process facilitates the This gives the assessment process greater rigour and recognition of any relevant prior learning undertaken, minimises repetition, time and the burden of assessment and/or previous attainment by a student which is relevant on all parties involved in the process. to the knowledge, skills and understanding of these qualifications. Each internally assessed unit within the portfolio of evidence must be assessed and graded by assessors RPL may be awarded for up to 50% of the units in the centre. On completion of each unit, centres must comprising each diploma. In order for evidence to be be assured that the students’ work is their own and has recognised, qualified teaching staff at the approved been sufficiently authenticated through the evidence centre must ensure the evidence presented is of demonstrated in their portfolio. equivalent level and content to the units for which the applicant is seeking RPL. Students must declare their authentication following the submission of every piece of work submitted for Once an application has been approved, the applicant is assessment. Following the scrutiny of evidence and not required to undertake the required study or learning subject to their approval, the Assessor must countersign for the units for which RPL has been granted. However this declaration. they are required to be formally assessed against the learning outcomes/assessment criteria for the unit(s), either by sitting the same standard assessment as other students, or by undertaking an alternative equivalent centre-devised assessment previously approved by UAL Awarding Body. 29

4.4 Workplace performance 4.5 Internal verification requirements and the use of simulation Internal verification is the process of ensuring that Workplace performance evidence should always form everyone who assesses a particular qualification in a the greatest proportion of each student’s evidence, centre is assessing to the same standards. Centres must attesting to the fact that for an occupational qualification have an established internal quality assurance framework the student has demonstrated competence across the to ensure that UAL Awarding Body approval, quality full range of performance requirements and that they are assurance and contractual arrangements are met. able to apply relevant knowledge and skills. It is the responsibility of internal verifiers to ensure that Evidence from simulations should only be employed assessors’ decisions are sampled and monitored to under the following circumstances: ensure consistency and fairness and that assessments > where for the student to be assessed performing this set are appropriate and at the required level. Internal task in a real working environment could be deemed to verifiers are also responsible for supporting assessors by pose risks to themselves or others . offering advice and guidance. > where the situation or task to be assessed arises so infrequently that it would be impractical to wait for an The internal verifier will follow the centre’s own sampling opportunity to assess it solely when it occurred for real. strategy in selecting the sample to be internally verified and must over time, include evidence from a full range The aim of simulation is to provide an environment which of work, student achievement and decisions made by all replicates the key characteristics of the workplace in staff with assessment responsibility. which the skill to be assessed is normally employed. It is recognised that different centres use different Demands on the student during simulation should be approaches and terminology specific to their culture. The neither more or less than they would be in a real work UAL Awarding Body Centre Handbook outlines some environment/situation. examples of good practice for the internal verification of qualifications. In particular: > all simulations must be planned, developed and Centres must ensure their methodologies are suitably documented by the Centre in a way that ensures the robust and meet the standards set by UAL Awarding simulation correctly reflects what the standard seeks to Body. assess > all simulations should follow these documented plans the student is provided with information, advice and 4.6 External moderation guidance as to the outcomes to be achieved, at a level of detail that would be typical of current workplace External moderation is concerned solely with evaluating contexts the validity of centres’ assessment decisions through the > the physical environment for the simulation must be as external moderation of internally-assessed and verified realistic as possible and draw on real resources that work. External moderation is carried out by external would be used in the industry moderators who are appointed, trained and monitored by > where simulations are used they must be based in UAL Awarding Body. a realistic work environment and must be based on current working practice External moderators are responsible for ensuring that > simulations can only be used to supplement real the internal assessment is rigorous and that assessment work activities and should not be the only source of decisions are fair, valid, reliable and free from bias. evidence used to indicate competence UAL Awarding Body’s external moderation of internal > the use of simulation will be monitored by the external assessment is carried out at least once a year to ensure verifier to ensure that where simulations are used, they that assessments and grading decisions are in line with are based in a realistic work environment the required standards.

Centres are required to advise the External Verifier in For further information on the external moderation advance of their intention to use simulations and the process, please refer to the UAL Awarding Body Centre design of the simulation should be approved by the Handbook. External Verifier prior to use. Diplomas for Clapper Loaders and Focus Pullers Handbook 30

4.7 Grading

Unit achievement is based on a student’s ability to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria. To achieve these qualifications, students must achieve a Pass grade for every unit that makes up the qualification.

Referral Centres must refer students who fail to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria following assessment of internally assessed units. The centre must inform students of the learning outcomes that they have failed to meet, and ensure they are provided with opportunities to work towards meeting those outcomes within a suitable timeframe. Students will only be allowed one opportunity to redeem a referral in each unit before being awarded a Fail.

Fail If students are unable to provide evidence that meets the learning outcomes and assessment criteria, they will receive a Fail grade.

Pass To achieve a Pass grade students must achieve all of the assessment criteria listed within the unit.

Awarding the qualifications To achieve the Level 2 Clapper Loader or Level 3 Focus Puller Diplomas, students must successfully demonstrate their achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria across the mandatory units that make up the intended qualification. Students can achieve a maximum of a Pass as an overall grade. 31

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