The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)

was set up as a statutory body on 11 June 2001

by the Minister for Education and Science.
Under the Qualifications (Education & Training) Act, 1999,
FETAC now has responsibility for making awards
previously made by NCVA.

Module Descriptor

Broadcasting Presentation Skills

Level 6 N32969

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1 Title Broadcasting Presentation Skills

2 Code N32969

3 Level 6

4 Value 2

5 Purpose This module is designed to give the candidate the range

of skills required to present radio and television
programmes to a professional standard. The mode of
teaching and delivery is intended to encourage the
candidate to manage and produce broadcast work to a
high standard in a simulated workplace environment

The Work Practice mode, which should be integrated

across all units, enables the candidate to fulfil the
requirements of the module through becoming involved
in a realistic work programme set up by course providers
which gives substantial ‘hands on’ experience of the
vocational area. The Work Practice mode must be
carefully pla nned, structured and monitored by course
providers.

The candidate will demonstrate a high level of self-

motivated production management and organisational
skills.

6 Preferred Entry FETAC Level 5 or equivalent.

Level

7 Special A fully equipped digital radio or television studio;

Requirements industry-standard location recording equipment;
industry-standard audio software editing packages;
adequate pre and post-production audio facilities.

8 Aims

This module aims to enable the candidate to:

8.1 Develop a theoretical and practical understanding of the

basic skills and techniques necessary to produce audio
and video voice production work to a broadcast standard.
8.2 Develop an understanding of the various narrative
techniques used in storytelling in historical and
contemporary broadcasting scenarios.

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8.3 Develop professional work practices in areas such as
time-keeping and deadlines, professional etiq uette,
personal organisation, administration, care of equipment
and health and safety issues.

8.4 Be aware of editorial trends and technical developments

in contemporary broadcasting.

8.5 Be aware of all legal and ethical issues pertaining to

broadcasting and production processes.

8.6 gain confidence in a new role, working independently or

with others to formulate a range of viable practical or
creative solutions to learning problems.

9 Units The Specific learning outcomes are grouped

into 5 units.

9.1 Unit 1 Voices, accents, styles and audiences

9.2 Unit 2 Posture, breathing and pitch
9.3 Unit 3 Intonation and rhythms
9.4 Unit 4 The microphone, scripting and ad-libbing
9.5 Unit 5 Studio Recording, editing and processing

10 Specific
Learning
Outcomes

Unit 1 Voices, accents, styles and audiences

Learners should be able to:

10.1.1 learn to work with their accent so that it can be
understood by the audience
10.1.2 observe different styles of broadcast voice from news
and sports presentation, music presentation,
documentaries, talk show presentation and voice-overs
for advertisements.
10.1.3 understand the difference between voice presentation
accents and styles used in public service, commercial and
community broadcasting.
10.1.4 understand and apply the concept of ‘house style’ in
terms broadcasting presentation.
10.1.5 recognise personal strengths and learn to address any

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 deficiencies in voice presentation style.
10.1.6 understand the effect of differing voice styles on
different audiences .

Unit 2 Posture, breathing and pitch

The candidate should be able to:

10.2.1 understand the correct posture to project their voice.

10.2.2 use exercises to aid the correct voice projection.
10.2.3 understand common mistakes made with regards bad
posture.
10.2.4 recognise how posture affects breathing and how to
control breathing.

10.2.5 understand and explain natural pitch.

10.2.6 learn how control the pitch of their voice with the aid of
simple exercises.
10.2.7 understand resonance with regards the human voice.

Unit 3 Intonation and Rhythms

The candidate should be able to:

10.3.1 understand the concept of intonation.

10.3.2 use intonation correctly with regards to various
broadcasting roles, from news and sports presentation to
documentaries, dramas, voice-overs, music and talk show
presentation.
10.3.3 use the ‘5 P’s’ - Punch, Pitch, Pace, Pause and
Projection in relation to voice projection.
10.3.4 recognise the importance of rhythm in voice
presentation.
10.3.5 realise the importance air checks.
10.3.6 maintain a sense of interest in the voice.

Unit 4 The microphone, scripting and ad-libbing

The candidate should be able to:

10.4.1 understand how different types of microphones work

10.4.2 use microphones correctly with regards positioning and
handling, both in studio and in outside broadcast
situations.

10.4.3 understand the basic principles of effective scripting for a

variety of different broadcast situations

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10.4.4 effectively deliver a broadcast script
10.4.5 understanding and employ the concept of effective
entertaining and informational ad libbing, taking account
of the importance of planning and control.

Unit 5 Studio Recording, editing and processing

The candidate should be able to:

10.5.1 operate studio and location recording equipment to

professional broadcast standard.
10.5.2 demonstrate appropriate and effective microphone
technique.
10.5.3 operate all standard digital studio equipment including
studio sound desk, CD players, Hard Disc players and
recorders, mini disk players and recorders.
10.5.4 confidently record audio and edit using standard digital
audio processing software and be aware of the
possibilities and uses of applying special effects
treatments to the recorded voice.
10.5.5 understand the effect of music on the context of the
recorded voice .
10.5.6 compile an audio portfolio for professional usage.

11 Assessment All audio work will be presented on one CD per

Summary candidate and should be accompanied by a folder
containing the supporting documentation for each piece.

Assignment 1 20% The candidate is required to write a critical

analysis of a professionally presented radio programme.
The programme should be analysed under the following
headings: presentation style, use of script, observations
of breathing, pitch, intonation and rhythm. 500 words.

Assignment 2 30% The candidate is required to plan and present an

original 3 minute scripted piece on a chosen topic.
The piece must be initiated by a typed proposal. The
proposal must also give an indication of the topic, the
intended presentation style and proposed target audience.
Additional paperwork to accompany the assignment must
include a typed and timed studio script.

The candidate is required to write a short critical analysis

of the finished piece.

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 Candidates will be assessed on their safe and competent
use of studio and location equipment, professional
performance across the whole assignment and the
maintenance of all relevant paperwork. Candidates will
also be assessed on the structure of the final piece in line
with the brief.

11.2 Assignment 3 50% Candidates are required to plan, produce and

present an individual 15 minute speech-based radio
discussion programme.

The piece must be initiated by a typed proposal/outline.

This proposal must include research information on the
subject and the identification of any potential
contributors. There must also be an indication of the
appropriate structure, its expected production style and
design.

Candidates are required to write a short critical analysis

of the finished piece under the following headings:
technical operation, content, presentation and production,
target audience.

Candidates will be assessed on their safe and competent

use of studio and location equipment, professional
performance across the whole assignment and the
maintenance of all relevant paperwork. Candidates will
also be assessed on the structure of the final package
relative to the programme brief.

12 Grading Pass 50 - 64%

Merit 65 - 79%
Distinction 80 - 100%

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 Broadcasting Presentation Skills
Individual Candidate
N32969
Marking Sheet 1
Assignments 1 and 2 (20%+30%)

Candidate Name: _______________________________ PPSN: _________________________

Centre: __________________________________________________ Centre No.: __________

Maximum Candidate
Assessment Criteria
Mark Mark
Assignment 1

• clear and comprehensive analysis under the required headings : 10

theme, structure and narrative style, content, technical
production and quality, target audience.
• evidence of application of research from a number of sources 5
• careful presentation and full referencing of any research 5
material

SUBTOTAL 20
Assignment 2
• Excellent use of recording and editing 5
technologies in studio and on location
• Adherence to all necessary health and safety 5
requirements
• Originality, content, structure, quality, in line with 5
brief
• Professional production and presentation 5
appropriate to brief. Adherence to all relevant
legislative requirements, broadcasting codes and
practices.
• Comprehensive maintenance of all paperwork 5
including: detailed synopsis, research notes,
scripts written to time
• Production log/diary and critical analysis 5

Sub Total 30
TOTAL MARKS
This mark should be transferred to the Module Results Summary Sheet 50

Internal Assessor’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: _____________

External Authenticator’s Signature: _____________________________ Date: _____________

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 Broadcasting Presentation Skills
Individual Candidate
Marking Sheet [no.2] N32969
Assignments 3 50%

Candidate Name: ______________________________ PPSN: _________________________

Centre: __________________________________________________ Centre No.: __________

Maximum Candidate
Assessment Criteria
Mark Mark
Assignment 3
• Comprehensive planning and development of a 5
documentary idea
• Application of relevant broadcast legislation,
codes and standards 5
• Originality, content, structure, quality, relation to
5
brief
• Appropriate selection of interviews/sound sources
5
• Research notes produced, evidence of research 5
integrated into final production, scripts written to
time
• Professional production and presentation 5
appropriate to brief
• Competent, effective and safe use of recording 5
and editing technologies
• Comprehensive maintenance of all paperwork 5
including: detailed synopsis, research notes,
scripts written to time
• Production log/diary and critical analysis 5
• Documentary produced on time, deadlines met 5

Sub Total 50
TOTAL MARKS
This mark should be transferred to the Module Results Summary Sheet 100

Internal Assessor’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: _____________

External Authenticator’s Signature: ______________________________ Date: _____________

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 FETAC Module Results Summary Sheet
Module Title: Broadcasting Presentation Skills
Module Code: N32969 Assessment Marking Sheets
Mark Sheet Mark Sheet
Total
1 2 Grade*
100%
Maximum Marks per Marking Sheet 50 50
Candidate Surname Candidate Forename

Signed: Grade*
D: 80 - 100%
Internal Assessor: ________________________________________ Date: ____________________ M: 65 - 79%
This sheet is for internal assessors to record the overall marks of individual candidates. It should be retained in P: 50 - 64%
the centre. The marks awarded should be transferred to the official FETAC Module Results Sheet issued to U: 0 - 49%
centres before the visit of the external Authenticator. W: candidates entered who did not present for assessment

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