Course Overview

Those with a passion for music will find this a great stepping stone into the music industry. This course is for performers as well as aspiring technicians and is ideally suited to band members or those seeking a traineeship in a recording studio or other entry level positions within the production side of the music industry.

Participants will get to perform at real gigs and learn in our purpose built training facilities complete with recording studio and keyboard laboratory.

You will learn to read music, compose songs, record sound and use music software.

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Employment Prospects

• Musician
• Retail assistant in the music industry
• Sound recorder.

Entry Requirements

• Audition

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Assessment is competency based and includes performance and examinations.

Opportunities For Further Study

• Certificate IV in Music
• Diploma of Music
• Advanced Diploma of Music

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

Yes.

Course Structure

Core Units
CUSOHS301A	Follow Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
CUFCMP301A	Implement Copyright Arrangements
CUSIND301A	Work Effectively in the Music Industry

Specialist Units
CUSMCP301A	Compose simple songs or musical pieces
CUSMLT303A	Notate Music
CUSMPF305A	Develop Improvisation Skills
CUSMPF302A	Prepare for Performances
CUSMPF301A	Develop Technical Skills in Performance
CUSMLT302A	Develop and Apply Aural Perception Skills

Elective Units
CUSSOU302A	Record and Mix a Basic Demo
CUSSOU303A	Set up and Disassemble Audio Equipment