Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Music Industry
Diploma of Music Industry
CUA50815
AZN0
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work, and/or that of a team, in their chosen field in the music industry.
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 = sixteen (16)- four (4) core units plus
- twelve (12) elective units of which:
- nine (9) units must be selected from the electives listed below, with no more than three (3) units from Group D
- three (3) units may be selected from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course at Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
This qualification can provide for specialisations. To achieve these specialisations, the following additional packaging rules must be adhered to:
- for specialisation in Performance, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
- for specialisation in Composition, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A and include a minimum of four (4) CUAMCP units.
- for specialisation in Sound Production, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group B.
- for 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.
Pathways
| State Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AA73 | Performance |
| AA74 | Sound Production |
| AA75 | Music Business |
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWH20 | CUAPPR505 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ56 | CUACMP501 | Manage copyright arrangements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI70 | BSBCRT501 | Originate and develop concepts | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWI72 | CUAIND402 | Provide freelance services | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Perfomance / Composition Elective Units
For specialisation in Performance, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A.
For specialisation in Composition, six (6) elective units must be selected from Group A and include a minimum of four (4) CUAMCP units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Sound Production Elective Units
For 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.
4. Group C Business Elective Units
For 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.
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.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D360 | CUS50109 | Diploma of Music | Qualification |
| D362 | CUS50309 | Diploma of Music Business | Qualification |
| D361 | CUS50209 | Diploma of Sound Production | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGV2 | CUA50820 | Diploma of Music | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships