Unit of competency Outline

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Notate music

Notate music

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMLT303
State Code
AWI33
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set down music in a notated form, by hand or using computer based music notation applications.It applies to individuals including emerging composers, arrangers, conductors, performers, musicians, music producers, music editors and publishers. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select notated music for analysis
  • 1.1 Identify a primary music style for analysis, and choose repertoire for analysis
  • 1.2 Investigate the uses of notated music forms in performance, composition or music production
  • 1.3 Explore music technology applications that are suitable tools for notating music
2. Deconstruct music conventions
  • 2.1 Explore notation norms for rhythmic, melodic and harmonic structures
  • 2.2 Examine conventions of form and music structures
  • 2.3 Investigate the symbols used to indicate dynamics and expression marks
  • 2.4 Investigate music writing conventions
3. Notate music cells
  • 3.1 Identify notation requirements through discussion with appropriate people
  • 3.2 Notate music in required format
  • 3.3 Adhere to music writing conventions
  • 3.4 Complete all work within agreed timeframes
4. Review effectiveness of music writing
  • 4.1 Seek feedback on skill development from appropriate people
  • 4.2 Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as a means of improving own work
  • 4.3 Evaluate own notated music extracts, and identify areas for future improvement.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2911 CUSMLT303A Notate music Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODE83 CUAMLT313 Develop musical notation skills Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J697 CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance Qualification
AZN6 CUA40915 Certificate IV in Music Industry Qualification
AZK9 CUA30915 Certificate III in Music Industry Qualification