Unit of competency Outline
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Apply knowledge of music culture to music making
Apply knowledge of music culture to music making
Unit of competency
National Code
CUSMLT202A
CUSMLT202A
State Code
D2908
D2908
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2010
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
15/06/2010
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore aspects of music culture in Australian society and apply the information obtained to own music making.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply information on the contexts of musical styles
- 1.1 Seek information on the context of one or more musical styles using appropriate information sources
- 1.2 Identify positive values in one or more musical styles using appropriate information sources
- 1.3 Check the credibility and reliability of information sources with appropriate people
- 1.4 Comply with copyright and cultural requirements when accessing information
- 1.5 Apply information on musical styles to own music making
2. Maintain currency of own knowledge of music culture in Australian society
- 2.1 Identify the repertoire of one or more musical styles in Australian society
- 2.2 Seek information on the use of technology in one or more musical styles in Australian society
- 2.3 Identify the challenges faced by musicians working in one or more musical styles in Australian society
- 2.4 Seek information on the way in which one or more musical styles is/are portrayed in the media
- 2.5 Seek information on further training and educational opportunities in one or more musical styles in Australian society
3. Update and maintain information sources
- 3.1 Update information sources on a regular basis
- 3.2 Monitor changes in the use of technology
- 3.3 Store information in an easily accessible format
- 3.4 Share information with colleagues and peers
- 3.5 Apply information on music culture to own music making
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Context may include:
cultural significance
economic significance
historical significance
social significance.
Musical styles may include:
classical/concert
contemporary/art
ethnic/traditional
folk
indigenous
jazz
popular/commercial
rock
world.
Information sources may include:
archives
community organisations
discussions with current industry practitioners
government departments
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
internet
libraries
media archives
print and electronic media
museums and galleries
organisational policies and procedures
personal observations and experience
professional organisations
reference books
technical publications and manuals.
Values may include:
communicating cultural heritage and social change
encouraging and engaging creative thought and action
enhancing physical and mental states
enhancing relaxation and leisure time
improving concentration
arousing patriotism and nostalgia.
Appropriate people may include:
agents, artists' managers and industry managers
content experts
copyright representatives
current industry practitioners
employee association and union representatives
industry and industry association representatives
information professionals, e.g. libraries and museums
legal representatives.
Technology may include:
camera and projection equipment
computer technology
music production software and hardware
musical equipment and instruments
sound-editing software and hardware
sound-recording software and hardware
sound reinforcement equipment, such as:
microphones
amplifiers
speakers
mixers
consoles
cabling
sound transmission and the internet
video editing software and hardware.
Challenges may include:
audience perceptions and expectations
changing nature of the marketplace, including marketing and production of products and services
communicating with industry practitioners
feasibility and success in commercial markets
impact of the media:
perceptions and expectations of music journalists
positive and negative bias in media reports
shaping and reflecting contemporary culture
treatment of cultural values in media reports.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Context may include:
cultural significance
economic significance
historical significance
social significance.
Musical styles may include:
classical/concert
contemporary/art
ethnic/traditional
folk
indigenous
jazz
popular/commercial
rock
world.
Information sources may include:
archives
community organisations
discussions with current industry practitioners
government departments
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
internet
libraries
media archives
print and electronic media
museums and galleries
organisational policies and procedures
personal observations and experience
professional organisations
reference books
technical publications and manuals.
Values may include:
communicating cultural heritage and social change
encouraging and engaging creative thought and action
enhancing physical and mental states
enhancing relaxation and leisure time
improving concentration
arousing patriotism and nostalgia.
Appropriate people may include:
agents, artists' managers and industry managers
content experts
copyright representatives
current industry practitioners
employee association and union representatives
industry and industry association representatives
information professionals, e.g. libraries and museums
legal representatives.
Technology may include:
camera and projection equipment
computer technology
music production software and hardware
musical equipment and instruments
sound-editing software and hardware
sound-recording software and hardware
sound reinforcement equipment, such as:
microphones
amplifiers
speakers
mixers
consoles
cabling
sound transmission and the internet
video editing software and hardware.
Challenges may include:
audience perceptions and expectations
changing nature of the marketplace, including marketing and production of products and services
communicating with industry practitioners
feasibility and success in commercial markets
impact of the media:
perceptions and expectations of music journalists
positive and negative bias in media reports
shaping and reflecting contemporary culture
treatment of cultural values in media reports.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
source information on musical styles and culture
apply information to day-to-day work activities, including own music making
check credibility and reliability of information
maintain currency of information.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of relevant and current information sources
access to appropriate technology to collect, download and store information
use of culturally appropriate processes, and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
case studies to assess ability to apply collected information to day-to-day work activities
direct observation of the candidate collecting and organising information on a selected musical style.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
source information on musical styles and culture
apply information to day-to-day work activities, including own music making
check credibility and reliability of information
maintain currency of information.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a range of relevant and current information sources
access to appropriate technology to collect, download and store information
use of culturally appropriate processes, and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
case studies to assess ability to apply collected information to day-to-day work activities
direct observation of the candidate collecting and organising information on a selected musical style.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWI37 | CUAMLT202 | Apply knowledge of music culture to music making | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D353 | CUS20109 | Certificate II in Music | Qualification |