Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Piano Technology
Certificate IV in Piano Technology
MSF40522
BIK3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 08/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is for those who tune, maintain and make basic repairs on acoustic upright and grand pianos.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; however, people commencing this qualification must have a good understanding of sound frequencies, the harmonic relationship between pitches, and the use of dynamics in music. In most cases this is achieved through instrumental and music theory learning.
Workers with this qualification service home, studio and performance pianos. They understand factors such as movement, temperature, humidity and patterns of use that affect piano condition and provide solutions and advice to clients for routine and non-routine problems. Many operate as sole traders.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- six (6) core units
- nine (9) elective units, consisting of:
- five (5) to nine (9) units from Group A
- zero (0) to four (4) units from Group B
- zero (0) to three (3) units not listed below from any endorsed training package or accredited course. These units:
- must be relevant to the work role as outlined in the qualification description above
- must not duplicate the outcome of other units used to achieve this qualification
- must not include more than one (1) unit aligned at a level lower than Australian Qualifications Framework Level 3.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEK00 | MSFPT4006 | Apply piano tuning theory and basic acoustics | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEL84 | MSFPT4007 | Control tuning hammers | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEL52 | MSFPT4008 | Pitch raise a piano | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OEL97 | MSFPT4004 | Regulate actions, keys and pedals of upright pianos | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEL76 | MSFPT4012 | Tune a piano aurally and electronically | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWC15 | MSMWHS200 | Work safely | 26 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
Five (5) to nine (9) units to 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEM06 | MSFPT4001 | Provide advice to customers on piano tuning and repair | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OEK85 | MSFPT4005 | Regulate actions, keys and pedals of grand pianos | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OEK90 | MSFPT4003 | Repair piano actions, keys and pedals | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEK45 | MSFPT4002 | Research and apply information about piano technology | 12 | Unit of competency |
| OEL68 | MSFPT4000 | Select and use materials for piano repair and manufacture | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OEJ60 | MSFPT4011 | Tune a temperament octave to produce an equally tempered scale | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEL80 | MSFPT4010 | Tune octaves aurally to appropriate stretch | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEL79 | MSFPT4009 | Tune unisons aurally to a beatless condition | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OEL44 | MSFPT4013 | Voice a piano | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Zero (0) to four (4) units to be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J740 | MSF31213 | Certificate III in Piano Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
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