Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Music
Certificate III in Music
CUS30101
C374
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/10/2005 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CT30 | World Music |
1.
Learners are required to complete all the core units listed below.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4064 | CUSADM08A | Address copyright requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C3967 | CUSBGE01A | Develop and update music industry knowledge | 17 | Unit of competency |
| C4090 | CUSSAF02A | Follow health, safety and security procedures in the music industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
2.
Learners to complete at least 7 units from the list below (Group B in the Music Industry Training Package).
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4006 | CUSMCP02A | Compose a simple song or tune | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C3990 | CUSMPF08A | Contribute to backup accompaniment for a performance | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C4007 | CUSMCP03A | Create a simple accompaniment for a song or tune | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C3991 | CUSMPF10A | Develop and practise improvisation | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C3988 | CUSMPF06A | Extend technical skills in performance | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C3970 | CUSMGE12A | Maintain and expand music knowledge and critical listening skills | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C3972 | CUSMGE01A | Maintain self or group in music | 63 | Unit of competency |
| C3971 | CUSBGE11A | Plan a career in music | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C3986 | CUSMPF04A | Prepare self for performance | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C3969 | CUSMGE06A | Read music | 63 | Unit of competency |
| C3984 | CUSMGE09A | Use MIDI devices or software to perform music | 34 | Unit of competency |
3.
Learners to complete 2 units. The 2 units may be drawn from the Group B (above), from the unit bank for Certificate III (listed in the Training Package) or from another endorsed industry training package at Certificate III level.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4085 | CUSBMA10A | Determine publicity opportunities for an artistic event | 51 | Unit of competency |
| C5876 | CUSSOU24A | Edit sound using computerised digital equipment/systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C4063 | CUSADM07A | Establish and maintain work and contractual relationships | 63 | Unit of competency |
| C3992 | CUSMPF09A | Evaluate and extend performance technique | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C4026 | CUSSOU09A | Mix sound sources | 34 | Unit of competency |
| C4084 | CUSBMA09A | Promote own artistic work | 51 | Unit of competency |
| C4086 | CUSMAR01A | Promote products and services | 80 | Unit of competency |
| C4021 | CUSSOU04A | Record sound | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D354 | CUS30109 | Certificate III in Music | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by Central Tafe on 14/12/01.
4. Due to a review conducted by ANTA during 2004, the unit “CUSSOU12A Edit sound using digital systems” was replaced in this qualification by unit “CUSSOU24A Edit sound using computerised digital equipment/systems”. A student that is eligible for this qualification and who may have already completed CUSSOU12A prior to this change, should be granted an exemption from the replacement CUSSOU24A. Changes to this qualification on STARS were requested by Central CSSN on behalf of ANTA on 23/02/05.
5. This qualification was amended by Central CSSN on 01/12/2005 to be inline with the Music Industry Training Package Outline.