BTEC Level 3, Subsidiary Diploma in Production Arts
(QCF)
ASSESSED COURSEWORK
Academic Year 2014-2015
Course: BTEC Level 3, Subsidiary Diploma in Production Arts (Theatre Technology).
Unit Title
Stage Lighting Operations
Unit Number
66
Unit Code
M/502/5639
Level
3
Credit Value
10
Guided Learning Hours
60
Assignment Front Sheet
Assignment Number
Assignment Title
1, 2, 3
1) Research Types of Lighting Equipment
2) Working Documentation
3) Live Production
Grading Criteria
PMD 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assignment Author
Paul Byrne
Assignment Verification
Date:
Issue Date
1) 30/01/15
Assessor
Paul Byrne
Assessment Verification
Deadline Date
Date: 25/08/2014
2) 13/03/15
3) 24/04/15
Date:
Date:
1) 06/05/15
2) 17/04/15
3) 22/05/15
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On completion of this unit you should:
1). Know how to use a portfolio of reference material.
2). Be able to rig equipment safely.
3). Understand the use of colour in performance context.
4). Be able to focus and control luminaires
5). Be able to operate lighting controls.
ASSIGNMENT BRIEF
Scenario:
The Milligan Theatre in Rye specialises in putting on productions for a variety of
different events. They have advertised a position for a full-time stage lighting
technician/operator to be in charge of the lighting rig and adapting this for the
different types of events/productions held.
For the interview, it would be beneficial to the applicant to produce a portfolio of
reference and evidence of equipment used, demonstrating and showing a good
understanding of different types of luminaires including knowing how to apply
colour, rig, focus, control and operate the lighting rig for any production. Also,
written evidence of working documentation for planning to use luminaires would
give the interviewer a better understanding of your abilities and skilled required for
the job role being offered.
Assignment No 1 – Research Types of Lighting Equipment
Hand Out Date: 30/01/15
Deadline Date: 06/05/15
P1 - Identify key
M1 - Describe types of
D1 - Critically compare
components of lighting using
research data.
lighting equipment including
technical information using
relevant research data.
types of lighting equipment
and technical information
using relevant research
data.
For your interview you are required to create a PowerPoint portfolio of Lighting
equipment covering types, Manufacturers and technical data of:
• Lanterns
• Dimmers
• Lighting control desks
You should look to critically compare a range of lighting equipment identifying the
differences and benefits between alternative lighting manufacturers. You need to
demonstrate a good understanding of the technical data that you have learnt
through your research.
Evidence can be provided through: PowerPoint presentation, photographs,
video and/or audio recording.
Assignment Assessment
No
Criteria
1
P1
1
M1
Assessment
Learners will identify types of lanterns and types of
manufacturers. Research evidence will be presented
showing examples of each type.
Learners will be describe the lantern types and look at
2
1
D1
differences.
Learners will describe in detail a range of types of
lanterns, identifying their uses and comparing a range of
technical details and manufacturers’ product ranges.
Assignment No 2 – Create Working Documentation from a given Lighting
Plan.
Hand Out Date: 13/03/15
Deadline Date: 17/04/15
P2 - Produce working
M2 - Produce accurate
D2 - Produce an accurate,
documentation for the
lighting rig and operation
working documentation for
the lighting rig and
operation.
fully annotated range of
working documentation for
the lighting rig and
operation.
You are required to create a range of working documentation for the lighting rig and
operation. It is necessary for you to create the following documentation:
Patch plan
Colour call
Equipment list
Accessory list
Order list
Pre-rig checklist
Evidence can be provided through: Word document, Diagrams, Drawings,
photographs, video and/or audio recording, observation/witness statements.
Assignment Assessment
No
Criteria
2
P2
2
M2
2
D2
Assessment
Learners will be able to produce some working documentation
relevant to the production plan.
Learners will be able to provide a full range of working
documentation to support the lighting rig.
Learners should in addition have annotated the plan with channel
numbers and have produced a full channel list for the focus and
plotting session
Assignment No 3 – Live Production
Hand Out Date: 24/04/15
Deadline Date: 22/05/15
P3 - Rig equipment safely
M3 - Rig equipment safely
D3 - Rig equipment safely
under guidance
with minimal guidance
P4 - Carry out a colour call
M4 - Carry out a colour call,
for a given lighting plan
using theatrical conventions,
neatly cutting gel,
minimising waste and
marking up colour.
and competently without
guidance
D4 - Carry out a detailed
colour call suggesting
alternatives and making
specialist colour effects.
3
P5 - Focus luminaires safely M5 - Focus luminaires
D5 - Focus luminaires
with some accuracy
safely, with considerable
accuracy.
P6 - Record and run cues
M6 - Record, edit and run
using basic control functions
providing a basic cue sheet
cues using basic control
functions with detailed cue
sheets
safely, showing advanced
focusing techniques with
accuracy.
D6 - Record, edit and run
cues using advanced control
functions with detailed notes
and cue sheets
In the interview process you will be required to produce evidence of your ability to
use Stage Lighting in a professional manor.
To address PMD 3 – You will need to set up a lighting system using a minimum of
Twelve lighting fixtures.
To address PMD 4 - You will need to provide a written colour call for the lighting plan,
and will be able to select and use colour.
To address PMD 5 – You are required to focus the luminaires to the lighting designer’s
requirements. There should be evidence of focusing profiles, pars, fresnels and use of
gobos.
To address PMD 6 – You will need to plot cues, cue states, masters and sub-masters to
the lighting designer’s instructions. You will also be required to edit and run cues from the
lighting desk. Detailed production notes and working documentation is essential to show
your understanding.
Evidence can be provided through: Photographs, video and/or audio recording,
observation/witness statements, written documentation.
Assignment Assessment
No
Criteria
3
P3
3
M3
Assessment
They will be able to rig lighting equipment safely under
guidance.
The lighting rig will be completed with minimal guidance
and assistance,
The lighting rig and fault-finding process will be carried
out without guidance and the rig will function as
designed.
3
D3
3
P4
Learners will provide a written colour call for the lighting
plan, and will be able to select and use colour.
3
M4
Learners will produce a colour call, to the lighting plan,
neatly marking up colour with a chinagraph pencil.
3
D4
Learners will be able to produce a comprehensive colour
call, with the colour identified, and enveloped up per bar,
the organisation and planning of the process will lead to
an efficient rig.
4
3
P5
3
M5
3
D5
3
P6
3
M6
3
D6
Learners will be able to focus the luminaires to the
lighting designer’s requirements. There should be
evidence of focusing profiles, pars, fresnels and use of
gobos.
Learners will be able to focus with a good degree of
accuracy, pre-empting the lighting Designer’s
requirements and providing a luminaire in a rough focus
in the right place.
Learners should be able to show advanced focusing
techniques with the use of top hats, doughnuts, and
other ant spill devices as appropriate.
learners will be able to plot cues, cue states, masters
and sub-masters to a basic level to the lighting
designer’s instructions.
Learners will be able to plot with a good degree of
accuracy, using basic copy functions, and produce
detailed notes and cue sheets.
Learners should be able to show advanced plotting
techniques, including the use of timings, point cues, and
chases and other effects (if they have access to a
memory board); this should be programmed into the
lighting desk.
Learner Declaration
I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly
referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a
form of malpractice.
Learner
signature:
Name (please
print).
Date:
Assessor’s
signature:
Name (please
print).
Date:
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