Qualification Outline

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Certificate II in Music

Certificate II in Music

Qualification
National Code:
CUA20620
State Code:
BGV8
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
16/04/2021
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Stream of Study
Operatives (3100)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
260
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 16/04/2021 Current Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a range of routine tasks in the music industry, work under direct supervision, and use limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context. They may work in environments that require foundational skills in music performance, music making or composition, sound production, or music business.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include studio assistant, music retail assistant, entry level performer, entry level producer, stagehand and road crew.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eight (8)
- Three (3) core units plus
- Five (5) elective units, of which:
- at least three (3) must be from Group A
- of the remaining listed elective units:
- all may be from Group A and/or Group B
- One (1) unit may be from elsewhere in this or any currently endorsed Certificate I or above training package qualification or accredited course.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All three (3) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCD86 BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others 15 Unit of competency
ODJ43 CUAIND211 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge 20 Unit of competency
OCD94 BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others 35 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least three (3) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWI37 CUAMLT202 Apply knowledge of music culture to music making 25 Unit of competency
ODG81 CUASOU213 Assist with sound recordings 30 Unit of competency
ODD03 CUASOU211 Develop basic audio skills and knowledge 35 Unit of competency
ODF14 CUAMLT211 Develop musical ideas and knowledge 25 Unit of competency
ODE34 CUAMPF111 Develop skills to play or sing music 63 Unit of competency
ODD83 CUAMPF212 Incorporate music technology into performances 34 Unit of competency
ODH89 CUAMCP211 Incorporate technology into music making 45 Unit of competency
ODD28 CUASOU214 Mix sound in a broadcasting environment 20 Unit of competency
ODF60 CUASOU212 Perform basic sound editing 25 Unit of competency
ODD81 CUAMPF214 Perform music from simple written notation 30 Unit of competency
ODD39 CUAMPF112 Perform simple musical parts in ensembles 70 Unit of competency
ODD85 CUAMPF211 Perform simple musical pieces 63 Unit of competency
ODD82 CUAMPF213 Perform simple repertoire in ensembles 45 Unit of competency
WI207 CUASOU303 Repair and maintain audio equipment 40 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

The remaining electives can be selected from Group A and/or Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of availalble options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
ODH44 CUASTA212 Assist with bump in and bump out of shows 80 Unit of competency
AWH03 CUARES201 Collect and organise content for broadcast or publication 30 Unit of competency
ODD92 CUALGT211 Develop basic lighting skills 25 Unit of competency
OBS37 ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media 25 Unit of competency
ODH02 CUADES202 Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context 30 Unit of competency
ODF93 CUADES201 Follow a design process 40 Unit of competency
OCF51 BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities 25 Unit of competency
ODD56 CUADIG211 Maintain interactive content 30 Unit of competency
OBU37 ICTICT215 Operate digital media technology packages 40 Unit of competency
OCE15 BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices 30 Unit of competency
OCE03 BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management 15 Unit of competency
OCE34 BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace 45 Unit of competency
OCE05 BSBTEC201 Use business software applications 55 Unit of competency
OCE04 BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment 20 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AZM6 CUA20615 Certificate II in Music Industry Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR02570) MUSIC INDUSTRY (FOUNDATION) (LEVEL 2) Traineeship