Course Title: Repair and maintain vision system equipment

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2020

Course Code: EEET7325C

Course Title: Repair and maintain vision system equipment

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4371 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services

Course Contact: Rebekha Naim

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815

Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

 

Course Coordinator: Rebekha Naim

Course Coordinator Phone: 9925 4815

Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 55

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

To be able to repair and maintain technical equipment such as leads, lights, speakers, projectors, communication and control equipment used within the live production, event and audiovisual industries is a crucial skill which is highly valued by employers.

In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic repairs and maintenance of technical equipment typically used in the live production, event and audiovisual industries.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAVSS303 Repair and maintain vision system equipment

Element:

1. Undertake maintenance tasks

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Undertake maintenance work on location as required to restore vision system equipment to optimum working condition

1.2 Clean and maintain equipment, cables and accessories according to organisational procedures and maintenance instructions

1.3 Conduct equipment safety checks according to manufacturer instructions and in compliance with industry and Australian standards

1.4 Check and replace spares and consumables according to organisational requirements and manufacturer instructions

1.5 Complete maintenance documentation to ensure accurate records of checked and maintained items, and provide copies to relevant personnel

Element:

2. Undertake repair tasks

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Recognise faults and safely shut down equipment if necessary, following manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

2.2 Isolate fault to specific equipment or parts of equipment using fault detection procedures, and determine repair requirements

2.3 Make simple repairs in line with level of own responsibility and label faulty equipment that cannot be repaired

2.4 Refer complex repairs to technical specialists or licensed personnel in consultation with relevant personnel

2.5 Where appropriate, have technical specialists pilot repairs from a remote location

2.6 Discuss faults and repair needs with technical specialists, demonstrating correct use of terminology

Element:

3. Document work activity

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Undertake simple modifications to equipment, ensuring current safety measures and deadlines are met

3.2 Complete documentation according to organisational procedures and distribute to relevant personnel as required

3.3 Review repair and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with legislation


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. Through the application of these skills and this knowledge, you will be able to undertake basic repair and maintenance to equipment, recognise typical faults  and solder AV components and connectors.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities in this course include:

  • practical theory classes
  • demonstrations of equipment maintenance and repair techniques
  • discussions
  • practical exercises using multimeters
  • practical soldering, fault-finding and repair projects
  • reading notes and other resources

You will be responsible for your learning and will be expected to engage in independent research, reading and study.


Teaching Schedule

Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

 

Class

Schedule of Planned activities and assessment (Subject to change)

Assessment

1

  • Introduction to course content and assessments.
  • Online resources and materials required.
  • Difference between maintenance and repair.
  • Typical AV equipment maintenance and repair tasks including demonstrations.
  • Equipment repair and maintenance OH&S issues.

Assessment 1 – Knowledge Evidence Worksheet commenced

2

  • How to use your multimeter – Digital manual ranging & auto ranging, analog multimeters.
  • Multimeter practical exercises

 

3

  • Electronic components powerpoint
  • Soldering powerpoint
  • Soldering session 1 of 4.
  • Commence assessment 2 Part 1: Champ amplifier construction

Assessment 2 – Soldering & Construction & repair Projects commenced

4

  • Soldering session 2 of 4
  • Commence assessment 2 Part 2:  Phantom power tester construction

Assessment 1 due

5

  • Soldering session 3 of 4
  • Commence assessment 2 Part 3: XLR –XLR audio lead construction

 

6

  • Soldering session 4 of 4.
  • Commence assessment 2 Part 4: TRS-TRS audio lead
  • Complete all soldering projects.

 

7

  • Review the soldering process. Soldering Review Quiz, Importance of reliability.
  • Audio Lead Construction Quality Control Checklist.
  • Use of heatshrink tubing on audio leads to increase their reliability.
  • Phantom power tester circuit
  • Testing leads and cables.
  • Champ amplifier function and circuit analysis.
  • Champ amplifier Quality Control Construction Checklist.
  • Champ amplifier review questions.
  • Static sensitive IC’s.
  • Using your multimeter to measure current.

 

Assessment 2 due.

8

  • Champ amplifier testing

 

9

  • Equipment fault finding techniques (Powerpoint presentation)
  • Checking plugpacks with your multimeter
  • Fuses, testing fuses
  • Replacing your multimeter fuse
  • Plug packs, regulation and how to test using your multimeter

 

10

  • Inspection of faulty equipment with a view to repairing.
  • Feedback on assessments

 

11

  • Course review and feedback

 

12

  • Contingency class if required.
  • Time for completion of outstanding assessment as required for some students

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The Learning Lab
 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

English for uni workshops
 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of your knowledge.


Assessment Tasks

and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.

This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.

Assessment 1 – Knowledge Evidence Worksheet (Individual assessment) Due by week 4

To satisfactorily complete this assessment, each student will individually complete and submit an Assessment Worksheet which includes written questions covering the unit knowledge evidence.

Assessment 2 - Soldering and Construction Projects (Individual assessment) Due by week 7

To satisfactorily complete this assessment, each student will construct, fault find and repair as required all the following Vision Systems Soldering and Construction Projects in order:

Project 1. Champ Audio Amplifier

Project 2. Phantom Power Tester

Project 3. XLR – XLR audio Lead construction

Project 4. 6.5 mm TRS to 6.5 mm TRS audio lead construction 


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.

Other Information

Attendance:

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

 

Information about your studies:

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.  

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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