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Unit 41: Undertake the Photographic
Assignment
Unit code: F/600/8984
QCF level: 3
Credit value: 10
Guided learning hours: 60
Unit aim
The unit aims to enable learners to take images under a variety of
circumstances including portrait, still life and for specified shoots. It covers
small, medium and large-format cameras, working in indoor and outdoor
locations, with people or objects, and where applicable, following
instructions to ensure that images produced are fit for purpose.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria
In order to pass this unit, the evidence that the learner presents for
assessment needs to demonstrate that they can meet all the learning
outcomes for the unit. The assessment criteria determine the standard
required to achieve the unit.
On completion of this unit a learner should:
Learning outcomes Assessment criteria
1 Be able to prepare for
undertaking photographic
assignments
1.1 Identify the types and purpose of
photography required
1.2 I Justify selection of a
conventional or digital approach
1.3 Identify file formats for digital
images, the differences between
them and the reasons for using
them
1.4 Identify appropriate camera
settings and colour space
1.5 Identify the subject, composition
and lighting required

2. Learning outcomes Assessment criteria
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1.6 Check that permissions or
permits have been acquired in
advance, as necessary
1.7 Amend the agreed approach to
take account of the
circumstances of the assignment
as required
1.8 Comply with the relevant
organisation’s dress code,
behaviour and language
1.9 Maintain a professional manner
when undertaking photographic
assignments
2 Be able to take images for
photographic assignments
2.1 Assemble, secure, position and
set up the equipment safely
2.2 Connect lights correctly to their
power sources as required
2.3 Adjust camera settings and
lighting to meet the requirements
of the assignment
2.4 Resolve identified problems with
equipment where possible
2.5 Compose the images to fulfil the
assignment
2.6 Take appropriate and sufficient
photographs
2.7 Unload film safely or download
digital images, as appropriate
2.8 Store images safely and securely
2.9 Record supporting information for
the photographs as required
2.10 Dismantle the equipment safely

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Learning outcomes Assessment criteria
3 Be able to evaluate performance
in relation to photographic
assignments
3.1 Obtain feedback from the client
about the product and services
3.2 Identify relevant sources of
information to update knowledge
and skills relevant to own work
4 Understand legislation, ethics
and business requirements
relevant to undertaking
photographic assignments
4.1 Identify key aspects of legislation
relevant to undertaking
photographic assignments
4.2 Identify aspects of codes of
ethics/conduct relevant to
completing the photographic
assignment
4.3 Comply with own organisation’s
business requirements
5 Be able to comply with
relevant health and safety
requirements
5.1 Identify aspects of health and
safety legislation and regulations
relevant to work environment
5.2 Take appropriate action to
minimise potential risks and
hazards involved in the
assignments