Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Music

Certificate IV in Music

Qualification
National Code:
CUS40109
State Code:
D357
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
02/11/2011
Approved Date
31/03/2010
Stream of Study
Trade Technician/Supervisory or Equivelant (3300)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
730
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
02/11/2011
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 02/11/2011 Current Approved
Description

Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Job roles
musician
singer-songwriter.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fourteen (14)
- three (3) core units
- seven (7) Group A units
- four (4) elective units

Two (2) elective units must be selected from the Group A and/or Group units listed below.

The remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below or any unit of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

No more than three (3) Group A or Group B units previously achieved as part of another qualification may be counted towards the qualification. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and be at an appropriate qualification level.
1. Core Units

All three (3) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D2954 CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
D1094 CUFCMP301A Implement copyright arrangements 40 Unit of competency
D4012 CUSIND301B Work effectively in the music industry 25 Unit of competency
2. Group A Specialist Units

Seven (7) 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
D2914 CUSMLT403A Analyse functional harmony 55 Unit of competency
D2913 CUSMLT402A Articulate ideas about music 40 Unit of competency
D2931 CUSMPF402A Develop and maintain stagecraft skills 63 Unit of competency
D2929 CUSMPF305A Develop improvisation skills 34 Unit of competency
D2934 CUSMPF405A Develop instrumental techniques 34 Unit of competency
D2937 CUSMPF408A Develop performance techniques on a second instrument 40 Unit of competency
D2932 CUSMPF403A Develop repertoire as part of a backup group 60 Unit of competency
D2885 CUSIND401A Develop specialist expertise in the music industry 40 Unit of competency
D2892 CUSMCP401A Develop techniques for arranging music 34 Unit of competency
D2893 CUSMCP402A Develop techniques for composing music 34 Unit of competency
D2936 CUSMPF407A Develop vocal techniques 40 Unit of competency
D2928 CUSMPF304A Make a music demo 40 Unit of competency
D2911 CUSMLT303A Notate music 40 Unit of competency
D2912 CUSMLT401A Notate music for performance 35 Unit of competency
D2935 CUSMPF406A Perform music as a soloist 63 Unit of competency
D2933 CUSMPF404A Perform music as part of a group 63 Unit of competency
D2939 CUSMPF410A Perform music from written notation 63 Unit of competency
D2938 CUSMPF409A Perform music using digital media 40 Unit of competency
D2926 CUSMPF302A Prepare for performances 35 Unit of competency
D2930 CUSMPF401A Rehearse music for group performances 80 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Four (4) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0971 BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information 40 Unit of competency
D2909 CUSMLT301A Apply knowledge of genre to music making 40 Unit of competency
D0646 BSBCRT401A Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
C9995 TAAASS402C Assess competence 15 Unit of competency
D0647 BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process 40 Unit of competency
D2889 CUSMCP301A Compose simple songs or musical pieces 30 Unit of competency
D1185 CUFRES401A Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
D2927 CUSMPF303A Contribute to backup accompaniment 34 Unit of competency
D2910 CUSMLT302A Develop and apply aural-perception skills 45 Unit of competency
D2891 CUSMCP303A Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media 35 Unit of competency
D1030 BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
D1012 BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business 40 Unit of competency
C9560 TAADEL402B Facilitate group-based learning 20 Unit of competency
C9584 TAADEL403B Facilitate individual learning 15 Unit of competency
D0664 BSBDES401A Generate design solutions 60 Unit of competency
D1019 BSBSMB408B Manage personal, family, cultural and business obligations 30 Unit of competency
D1032 BSBWOR403A Manage stress in the workplace 60 Unit of competency
D1014 BSBSMB403A Market the small business 40 Unit of competency
D0901 BSBOHS407A Monitor a safe workplace 40 Unit of competency
D1016 BSBSMB405A Monitor and manage small business operations 50 Unit of competency
D1021 BSBSUS201A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
D2884 CUSIND302A Plan a career in the creative arts industry 34 Unit of competency
C9994 TAAASS401C Plan and organise assessment 10 Unit of competency
C9586 TAADEL401B Plan and organise group-based delivery 20 Unit of competency
D1013 BSBSMB402A Plan small business finances 50 Unit of competency
D1031 BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness 40 Unit of competency
D1138 CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis 30 Unit of competency
D2958 CUSSOU301A Provide sound reinforcement 40 Unit of competency
D2959 CUSSOU302A Record and mix a basic music demo 40 Unit of competency
D1015 BSBSMB404A Undertake small business planning 50 Unit of competency
D1056 BSBWRT401A Write complex documents 50 Unit of competency
D1195 CUFWRT301A Write content for a range of media 50 Unit of competency
D2890 CUSMCP302A Write song lyrics 30 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C375 CUS40101 Certificate IV in Music Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AZN6 CUA40915 Certificate IV in Music Industry Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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