Audiovisual technician level 5

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Apprenticeships Standards

Audiovisual technician level 5

Entry Requirements

English and Maths at level 2, (can be completed alongside the apprenticeship)

Duration

24 Months

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Occupational Profile

A Team leader or ​supervisor is a first line management role, with operational and project responsibilities or responsibility for managing a team to deliver a clearly defined outcome.

They provide direction, instructions and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals.

Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities will vary but are likely to include supporting, managing and developing team members, managing projects, planning and monitoring workloads and resources, delivering operational plans, resolving problems, and building relationships internally and externally.

Course Overview and Structure

Overall purpose of an Audiovisual technician is to provide a broad range of professional solutions for communication including videoconferencing, hybrid in-person/online events, sound, lighting, projection, and computer networking by planning, installing, configuring, and operating hardware and software.

AV hardware includes audio mixing desks, video cameras, public address systems, display screens, projectors, wireless microphone systems, recording devices, lighting systems, encoders/decoders, and network switchers.

AV software includes videoconferencing platforms, digital audio workstations, video editors, media servers, sound-reinforcement design/control, lighting design/control, and computer networking tools.

Integrated AV involves the combination, design, and system control of the hardware/software specified above to meet unique specifications.

Depending on the context, a range of working patterns are applicable including standard office hours and shift work.

Progression & Professional Alignment

This standard partially aligns with the following professional recognition:

  • AVIXA accredited Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) for 5
  • The KSBs in this standard align with the following professional certification:
  • AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS).
  • The CTS is accredited by ANSI under the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard.
  • For more information on this certification please see www.AVIXA.org/CTS.

Please note, professional certification bodies may have additional experience, examination, or other requirements to become certified.