Unit group 3521

PSOC Unit group 3521 — Broadcasting and audio-visual technicians

Broadcasting and audio-visual technicians control technical functioning of equipment to record and edit images and sound and for transmitting radio and television broadcasts of images and sounds, as well as other types of telecommunication signals on land, sea or in aircraft. Their tasks include: a) controlling equipment to record sound; b) controlling equipment to edit and mix image and sound recordings to ensure satisfactory quality and to create special image and sound effects; c) applying knowledge of principles and practices of image and sound recording and editing in order to identify and solve problems; d) controlling transmitting and broadcast systems and satellite systems for radio and television programmes; e) controlling radio communications systems, satellite services, and multiplex systems on land, sea or in aircraft; f) applying knowledge of principles and practices of broadcasting, telecommunications terminals and transmissions systems, in order to identify and solve problems; g) making emergency repairs to equipment. Examples of occupations classified here: Audio-visual operator, Broadcast technician, Broadcasting automation system support, Broadcasting equipment operator, Camera control unit technician, Cameraman/woman (motion picture), Cameraman/woman (video), CCTV operator, Cinema projectionist, Movie equipment technician, Production assistant (media), Radio broadcasting equipment operator, Radio communication technician, Radio controller, Radio frequency coordinator, Radio operator, Radio production technician, Radio telephone operator, Radio/TV transmitting equipment operator, Ship radio operator, Telegrapher, Transmitter technician, Transmitting equipment operator, Transmitting equipment technician, TV broadcasting equipment operator, Video operator, Videographer A related occupation classified elsewhere: Photographer - 3431

Level Unit group
Code 3521
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Broadcasting and audio-visual technicians control technical functioning of equipment to record and edit images and sound and for transmitting radio and television broadcasts of images and sounds, as well as other types of telecommunication signals on land, sea or in aircraft. Their tasks include: a) controlling equipment to record sound; b) controlling equipment to edit and mix image and sound recordings to ensure satisfactory quality and to create special image and sound effects; c) applying knowledge of principles and practices of image and sound recording and editing in order to identify and solve problems; d) controlling transmitting and broadcast systems and satellite systems for radio and television programmes; e) controlling radio communications systems, satellite services, and multiplex systems on land, sea or in aircraft; f) applying knowledge of principles and practices of broadcasting, telecommunications terminals and transmissions systems, in order to identify and solve problems; g) making emergency repairs to equipment. Examples of occupations classified here: Audio-visual operator, Broadcast technician, Broadcasting automation system support, Broadcasting equipment operator, Camera control unit technician, Cameraman/woman (motion picture), Cameraman/woman (video), CCTV operator, Cinema projectionist, Movie equipment technician, Production assistant (media), Radio broadcasting equipment operator, Radio communication technician, Radio controller, Radio frequency coordinator, Radio operator, Radio production technician, Radio telephone operator, Radio/TV transmitting equipment operator, Ship radio operator, Telegrapher, Transmitter technician, Transmitting equipment operator, Transmitting equipment technician, TV broadcasting equipment operator, Video operator, Videographer A related occupation classified elsewhere: Photographer - 3431

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Telecommunications and broadcasting technicians.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Telecommunications and broadcasting technicians grouping.

Industry links

Industries that employ this occupation

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Primary industries

Primary industries

Also relevant for

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FAQ

What does PSOC 3521 cover?

Broadcasting and audio-visual technicians control technical functioning of equipment to record and edit images and sound and for transmitting radio and television broadcasts of images and sounds, as well as other types of telecommunication signals on land, sea or in aircraft. Their tasks include: a) controlling equipment to record sound; b) controlling equipment to edit and mix image and sound recordings to ensure satisfactory quality and to create special image and sound effects; c) applying knowledge of principles and practices of image and sound recording and editing in order to identify and solve problems; d) controlling transmitting and broadcast systems and satellite systems for radio and television programmes; e) controlling radio communications systems, satellite services, and multiplex systems on land, sea or in aircraft; f) applying knowledge of principles and practices of broadcasting, telecommunications terminals and transmissions systems, in order to identify and solve problems; g) making emergency repairs to equipment. Examples of occupations classified here: Audio-visual operator, Broadcast technician, Broadcasting automation system support, Broadcasting equipment operator, Camera control unit technician, Cameraman/woman (motion picture), Cameraman/woman (video), CCTV operator, Cinema projectionist, Movie equipment technician, Production assistant (media), Radio broadcasting equipment operator, Radio communication technician, Radio controller, Radio frequency coordinator, Radio operator, Radio production technician, Radio telephone operator, Radio/TV transmitting equipment operator, Ship radio operator, Telegrapher, Transmitter technician, Transmitting equipment operator, Transmitting equipment technician, TV broadcasting equipment operator, Video operator, Videographer A related occupation classified elsewhere: Photographer - 3431

Where is PSOC 3521 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Telecommunications and broadcasting technicians.

How do I choose PSOC 3521 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Telecommunications and broadcasting technicians grouping.