Prepare compositions for publishing

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:48 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUAMCP503

State Code
AWI48

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
15/01/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

21/07/2016

Field of Education

100101 - Music

Original Release Date

21/07/2016

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by music copyists to prepare compositions for electronic or print publishing.It applies to individuals who work with publishing house editors on print based scores or take the hand written score of a composer and enter the notation into a computer program.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine requirements for music publishing

1.1 Clarify music publishing briefs in consultation with appropriate people
1.2 Negotiate a contract for services as required
1.3 Organise required resources

2. Prepare music

2.1 Produce clear and accurate notation of individual parts, using relevant software applications if required
2.2 Adjust work for particular instruments, including range, tone and balance
2.3 Transcribe music from audio sources as required
2.4 Set down work using methods and conventions appropriate to the context and musical style
2.5 Proof notated music to ensure consistency in the spelling of rhythmic, harmonic and melodic notation
2.6 Seek advice from appropriate specialists to resolve issues with music sources, including copyright clearances and intellectual property rights
2.7 Discuss work in progress with appropriate personnel, and incorporate feedback as required
2.8 Complete and present work in the required format by agreed deadline

3. Review work

3.1 Seek feedback from appropriate people on the process used to prepare music for publishing
3.2 Evaluate own work and identify areas for future improvement

No information

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D2896	CUSMCP503A	Prepare compositions for publishing	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODE28	CUAMCP513	Prepare compositions for publishing and performance	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZN0	CUA50815	Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification
AZM7	CUA60515	Advanced Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification