Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Music Industry

Certificate IV in Music Industry

Qualification
National Code:
CUA40915
State Code:
AZN6
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
15/01/2016
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
535
Duration
4 Semesters
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
21/02/2019
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
3.00 21/02/2019 Current Approved
2.00 20/12/2018 Replaced Approved
1.00 15/01/2016 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in music performance, sound production or music business 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 and have limited responsibility for the output of others.

Licensing/Regulatory Information
National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work
The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels:
CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level
CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.

National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007). Achievement of the unit CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry from the CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fourteen (14)
- four (4) core units plus
- ten (10) elective units of which:
- eight (8) units must be selected from the electives listed below, with no more than three (3) units from Group D
- two (2) units may be selected from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Certificate III, IV or Diploma.

This qualification can provide for specialisations. To achieve these specialisations, the following additional packaging rules must be adhered to.
- For a specialisation in Performance, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
- For a specialisation in Sound Production, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group B.
- For a specialisation in Music Business, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group C.

Refer to the Implementation Guide for details about choosing electives to support specialisations.

Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All four (4) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWG56 CUAWHS302 Apply work health and safety practices 20 Unit of competency
AUM24 BSBCRT401 Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
AUI99 BSBSMB301 Investigate micro business opportunities 30 Unit of competency
AUL07 BSBIPR401 Use and respect copyright 40 Unit of competency
2. Group A Performance Elective Units

For a specialisation in Performance, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWI12 CUAMPF402 Develop and maintain stagecraft skills 63 Unit of competency
AWI17 CUAMPF305 Develop improvisation skills 34 Unit of competency
AWI10 CUAMPF405 Develop instrumental techniques 34 Unit of competency
AWI07 CUAMPF408 Develop performance techniques on a second instrument 40 Unit of competency
AWI13 CUAMPF403 Develop repertoire as part of a backup group 60 Unit of competency
AWI30 CUAMLT403 Develop skills in analysis of functional harmony 55 Unit of competency
AWI51 CUAMCP401 Develop techniques for arranging music 34 Unit of competency
AWI47 CUAMCP402 Develop techniques for composing music 34 Unit of competency
AWI08 CUAMPF407 Develop vocal techniques 40 Unit of competency
AWI14 CUAMPF304 Make a music demo 40 Unit of competency
AWI33 CUAMLT303 Notate music 40 Unit of competency
AWI31 CUAMLT401 Notate music for performance 35 Unit of competency
AWI09 CUAMPF406 Perform music as a soloist 63 Unit of competency
AWI11 CUAMPF404 Perform music as part of a group 63 Unit of competency
AWI05 CUAMPF410 Perform music from written notation 63 Unit of competency
AWI06 CUAMPF409 Perform music using digital media 40 Unit of competency
AWI18 CUAMPF302 Prepare for performances 35 Unit of competency
AWI15 CUAMPF401 Rehearse music for group performances 80 Unit of competency
3. Group B Sound Production Elective Units

For a specialisation in Sound Production, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWG76 CUASOU310 Analyse soundtracks 34 Unit of competency
AUM27 BSBPMG410 Apply project time management techniques 40 Unit of competency
AWG69 CUASOU411 Coordinate sound recording operations on location 35 Unit of competency
AWI36 CUAMLT301 Develop and apply aural perception skills 45 Unit of competency
AWG73 CUASOU406 Develop and implement sound plans 34 Unit of competency
AWI52 CUAMCP303 Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media 35 Unit of competency
AWG71 CUASOU408 Edit dialogue 40 Unit of competency
AWF35 CUASOU407 Edit sound 65 Unit of competency
WI124 CUAIND401 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields 45 Unit of competency
AWG78 CUASOU308 Install and disassemble audio equipment 40 Unit of competency
AWF38 CUAPOS402 Manage media assets 50 Unit of competency
WI213 CUASOU502 Manage the operation of stage monitor systems 70 Unit of competency
WI208 CUASOU401 Mix live audio 140 Unit of competency
AWG75 CUASOU311 Mix music in a studio environment 55 Unit of competency
AWG72 CUASOU409 Mix recorded music 50 Unit of competency
AWG74 CUASOU405 Record sound 60 Unit of competency
AWG70 CUASOU410 Record sound on location 35 Unit of competency
AWG77 CUASOU309 Restore audio tracks 35 Unit of competency
WI205 CUASOU301 Undertake live audio operations 80 Unit of competency
4. Group C Music Business Elective Units

For a specialisation in Music Business, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWI40 CUAMGT404 Administer artists' royalty income 30 Unit of competency
AWI43 CUAMGT402 Administer music publishing income 35 Unit of competency
AWI34 CUAMLT302 Apply knowledge of style and genre to music industry practice 40 Unit of competency
AUK40 BSBADV407 Apply media analysis and processing tools 50 Unit of competency
AUM27 BSBPMG410 Apply project time management techniques 40 Unit of competency
WI134 CUAMKG301 Assist with marketing and promotion 40 Unit of competency
AWK11 CUAADM302 Book performance venues 34 Unit of competency
AUH39 BSBREL402 Build client relationships and business networks 30 Unit of competency
AUJ73 BSBADV406 Buy and monitor media 40 Unit of competency
AUK85 BSBCRT402 Collaborate in a creative process 40 Unit of competency
AUK63 BSBMKG408 Conduct market research 50 Unit of competency
AUK67 BSBCUS401 Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies 30 Unit of competency
WF805 SITXMPR401 Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials 40 Unit of competency
WI140 CUAPPM403 Coordinate touring arrangements 140 Unit of competency
AWF87 BSBMKG418 Develop and apply knowledge of marketing communication industry 35 Unit of competency
AUG96 BSBPUB401 Develop and apply knowledge of public relations industry 80 Unit of competency
AUH20 BSBITU402 Develop and use complex spreadsheets 60 Unit of competency
AUL08 BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business 40 Unit of competency
AWI44 CUAMGT401 Manage distribution of music and associated products 40 Unit of competency
AWI42 CUAMGT403 Manage licensing and assignment of works 34 Unit of competency
AUH14 BSBMKG416 Market goods and services internationally 50 Unit of competency
AUH72 BSBSMB405 Monitor and manage small business operations 50 Unit of competency
AUI18 BSBPUR402 Negotiate contracts 30 Unit of competency
AWF44 CUAFIM401 Obtain revenue to support operations 40 Unit of competency
AUJ33 BSBADV405 Perform media calculations 40 Unit of competency
AUH38 BSBMKG401 Profile the market 40 Unit of competency
AWI72 CUAIND402 Provide freelance services 30 Unit of competency
AUK96 BSBMKG415 Research international markets 40 Unit of competency
AUM20 BSBMKG414 Undertake marketing activities 40 Unit of competency
AUI91 BSBPMG522 Undertake project work 45 Unit of competency
AUW83 ICTWEB201 Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement 20 Unit of competency
AUM16 BSBCON401 Work effectively in a business continuity context 30 Unit of competency
AWG50 CUAWRT301 Write content for a range of media 50 Unit of competency
5. Group D General Elective Units

No more than three (3) units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUL69 BSBRES401 Analyse and present research information 40 Unit of competency
AWI32 CUAMLT402 Articulate ideas about music 40 Unit of competency
S7805 TAEASS402B Assess competence 15 Unit of competency
AWF51 CUADIG401 Author interactive media 50 Unit of competency
WI206 CUASOU302 Compile and replay audio material 50 Unit of competency
AWG80 CUASOU305 Compile audio material for broadcast 50 Unit of competency
AWI55 CUAMCP301 Compose simple songs or musical pieces 30 Unit of competency
AWH00 CUARES402 Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
AWI16 CUAMPF303 Contribute to backup accompaniment 34 Unit of competency
AWJ33 CUADIG403 Create user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
AWF76 BSBSMB413 Design a digital action plan for small business 45 Unit of competency
AUK26 BSBITU401 Design and develop complex text documents 70 Unit of competency
AWJ32 CUADIG402 Design user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
AUL43 BSBCRT301 Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills 40 Unit of competency
AUL82 BSBLED401 Develop teams and individuals 40 Unit of competency
AUJ94 BSBDES401 Generate design solutions 60 Unit of competency
AUI64 BSBRSK401 Identify risk and apply risk management processes 40 Unit of competency
AUL17 BSBWHS401 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements 40 Unit of competency
AUK47 BSBMGT403 Implement continuous improvement 50 Unit of competency
AUI61 BSBMGT402 Implement operational plan 50 Unit of competency
OAO58 CUAPPR408 Integrate disability access and inclusion 55 Unit of competency
AUM06 BSBLDR402 Lead effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
AUI57 BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness 40 Unit of competency
W9428 CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level 24 Unit of competency
W9426 CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level 96 Unit of competency
W9427 CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level 24 Unit of competency
AUP78 ICTWEB404 Maintain website performance 30 Unit of competency
AUI59 BSBCMM401 Make a presentation 30 Unit of competency
WI209 CUASOU402 Manage audio input sources 30 Unit of competency
AUL20 BSBSMB408 Manage personal, family, cultural and business obligations 30 Unit of competency
AUJ56 BSBWOR403 Manage stress in the workplace 60 Unit of competency
WI211 CUASOU404 Manage wireless audio operations 40 Unit of competency
AUL85 BSBSMB403 Market the small business 40 Unit of competency
AWG81 CUASOU306 Operate sound reinforcement systems 40 Unit of competency
AUK77 BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
AWF36 CUASOU202 Perform basic sound editing 60 Unit of competency
AWI73 CUAIND304 Plan a career in the creative arts industry 34 Unit of competency
S7787 TAEASS401B Plan assessment activities and processes 20 Unit of competency
AUH91 BSBPUR401 Plan purchasing 40 Unit of competency
AUH17 BSBSMB402 Plan small business finances 50 Unit of competency
WA871 TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning 30 Unit of competency
AWG82 CUASOU304 Prepare audio assets 30 Unit of competency
AUK70 BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports 40 Unit of competency
AUJ10 BSBITU404 Produce complex desktop published documents 50 Unit of competency
WA870 TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction 40 Unit of competency
AWG79 CUASOU307 Record and mix a basic music demo 40 Unit of competency
AWJ00 CUAGMT301 Repair and maintain production equipment 25 Unit of competency
AUH67 BSBFIA402 Report on financial activity 40 Unit of competency
AUL60 BSBEBU401 Review and maintain a website 60 Unit of competency
AUK08 BSBHRM405 Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff 45 Unit of competency
AUH57 BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning 50 Unit of competency
OAO59 CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry 50 Unit of competency
W9434 CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry 4 Unit of competency
AUK28 BSBWRT401 Write complex documents 50 Unit of competency
AWI53 CUAMCP302 Write song lyrics 30 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D357 CUS40109 Certificate IV in Music Qualification
D359 CUS40309 Certificate IV in Music Business Qualification
D358 CUS40209 Certificate IV in Sound Production Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGW3 CUA40920 Certificate IV in Music Qualification
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Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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