Qualification Outline

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Advanced Diploma of Music

Advanced Diploma of Music

Qualification
National Code:
CUS60109
State Code:
D363
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
28/06/2010
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
1066
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
02/11/2011
VET Act Conditions
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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 wide-ranging analytical, technical, creative, conceptual and managerial skills in their chosen field in the music industry. Their knowledge base may be specialised or broad. These individuals are sometimes accountable for group outcomes.

Job roles
music arranger
music director
musician
musicologist
singer (concert, ensemble or opera).

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)
- three (3) core units
- seven (7) Group A units
- five (5) elective units

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

The remaining three (3) elective units may be selected from the Group A and Group B units listed below or may include any unit of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at an appropriate qualification level.

No more than (3) Group A or Group B units previously achieved as part of another qualification may be counted towards the qualification.
1. Core Units

All three (3) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D2886 CUSIND501A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement 80 Unit of competency
D2954 CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
D1095 CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements 50 Unit of competency
2. Group A Specialist Units

Seven (7) 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
D2918 CUSMLT602A Analyse harmony 90 Unit of competency
D2917 CUSMLT601A Analyse music 63 Unit of competency
D2894 CUSMCP501A Compose music using electronic media 60 Unit of competency
D2952 CUSMPF606A Conduct musical performances 51 Unit of competency
D2951 CUSMPF605A Develop advanced vocal techniques 65 Unit of competency
WB921 BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness 50 Unit of competency
D2950 CUSMPF604A Extend improvisation techniques 65 Unit of competency
D2898 CUSMCP602A Extend techniques for arranging music 60 Unit of competency
D2897 CUSMCP601A Extend techniques for composing music 65 Unit of competency
D2953 CUSMPF607A Lead music rehearsals 63 Unit of competency
D2948 CUSMPF602A Manage stagecraft aspects of performances 65 Unit of competency
D2896 CUSMCP503A Prepare compositions for publishing 45 Unit of competency
D2947 CUSMPF601A Present a music performance 63 Unit of competency
D2971 CUSSOU502A Produce sound recordings 92 Unit of competency
D2887 CUSLED501A Provide instrumental or vocal tuition 34 Unit of competency
D2888 CUSLED502A Provide tuition for composition 34 Unit of competency
D2915 CUSMLT501A Refine aural-perception skills 60 Unit of competency
D2949 CUSMPF603A Refine performance techniques and expand repertoire 65 Unit of competency
D0650 BSBCRT601A Research and apply concepts and theories of creativity 65 Unit of competency
D2977 CUSWRT501A Write about music 51 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Five (5) 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
D2916 CUSMLT502A Apply concepts about the impact of music to professional practice 40 Unit of competency
D2895 CUSMCP502A Compose music for screen 34 Unit of competency
D0851 BSBMGT615A Contribute to organisation development 60 Unit of competency
D0673 BSBDIV601A Develop and implement diversity policy 40 Unit of competency
D2885 CUSIND401A Develop specialist expertise in the music industry 40 Unit of competency
D0939 BSBPMG601A Direct the integration of projects 40 Unit of competency
D2941 CUSMPF502A Incorporate interactive technology into performance 60 Unit of competency
D0975 BSBRES801A Initiate and lead applied research 150 Unit of competency
D0669 BSBDES601A Manage design realisation 50 Unit of competency
D0850 BSBMGT608B Manage innovation and continuous improvement 60 Unit of competency
D0756 BSBINM601A Manage knowledge and information 60 Unit of competency
D0761 BSBINN601A Manage organisational change 30 Unit of competency
D2942 CUSMPF503A Perform accompaniment 34 Unit of competency
D1586 CUESMT06C Plot technical requirements from scores 90 Unit of competency
D2945 CUSMPF507A Present live audition programs 70 Unit of competency
D0849 BSBMGT605B Provide leadership across the organisation 60 Unit of competency
D2946 CUSMPF508A Provide musical leadership in performance 34 Unit of competency
D1138 CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis 30 Unit of competency
D1221 CUVADM13B Research and critique cultural work(s) 50 Unit of competency
D0670 BSBDES602A Research global design trends 30 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C377 CUS60101 Advanced Diploma of Music Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AZM7 CUA60515 Advanced Diploma of Music Industry Qualification
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Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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