Unit of competency Outline
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Compose music using electronic media
Compose music using electronic media
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMCP501
CUAMCP501
State Code
AWI50
AWI50
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to compose a range of musical pieces using electronic music equipment and software. It applies to individuals who apply well developed skills in aural perception, harmony and counterpoint, and the use of technology based applications, to create music.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Keep up to date with technologies that can be used to compose music
- 1.1 Research developments in computer software and hardware relevant to music composition
- 1.2 Analyse recordings of music composed using electronic devices as a way of generating ideas in relation to own music practice
- 1.3 Identify factors that may impact on incorporation of electronic devices into the composition of planned pieces, in consultation with appropriate people
2. Generate ideas for musical pieces
- 2.1 Clarify scope of composition brief with appropriate people
- 2.2 Prepare a plan for completing work in line with the requirements of the brief, and negotiate a contract as required
- 2.3 Brief other people involved in the composition project as required
- 2.4 Use features of relevant software and/or electronic devices to generate a range of musical ideas or starting points, and experiment with options for realising them
- 2.5 Investigate the potential of basic structural elements for achieving the desired effect
- 2.6 Refine ideas in discussion with appropriate people
3. Create musical pieces
- 3.1 Use electronic media safely, and apply a range of compositional techniques to organise musical elements into working versions of musical pieces
- 3.2 Listen to work in progress with appropriate people, and seek feedback on creative and technical aspects of compositions
- 3.3 Incorporate ideas and suggestions into final compositions
- 3.4 Attend rehearsals or workshops where compositions are being played, and make adjustments to compositions as required
- 3.5 Attach copyright notices to compositions
- 3.6 Present all compositions in required file format by agreed deadline
4. Evaluate own musical compositions
- 4.1 Identify criteria to provide an effective measure of the success of own compositions
- 4.2 Compare work against previous compositions to assess development of techniques and ideas
- 4.3 Discuss strengths and weaknesses of compositions with appropriate people to identify strategies for improving own skills in composing music using electronic media
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2894 | CUSMCP501A | Compose music using electronic media | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODG94 | CUAMCP511 | Compose music using music technology | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZN0 | CUA50815 | Diploma of Music Industry | Qualification |
| AZM7 | CUA60515 | Advanced Diploma of Music Industry | Qualification |