Develop the knowledge and skills for work in the music industry, either as small business (freelance) operator or a practitioner in medium-to-large production facility.

A variety of music technology and related fields will be open to you, including the studio, live sound, MIDI, digital audio editing, collaboration and management.

• Location:
  Footscray Nicholson and Industry
• Faculty:
  Faculty of Workforce Development
• School:
  School of Information Technology and Creative Industries
• Study mode:
  Full Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus and Industry
• Course code:
  CUS60209
• Duration:
  1 year
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• sound mixer/technician
• sound recordist
• studio engineer

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

The course provides students with an advanced range of knowledge and skills to be able to work in the music industry, either as small business (freelance) operators in a variety of music technology and related fields including the studio, live sound, MIDI, digital audio editing, collaboration and management, or as practitioners in medium to large production facilities. This course provides training in both live and studio recording practices, and is suitable for students wanting to work with performers operating at the local/national level.

• Manage Projects

  Unit code

  BSBPMG510A

• Ensure a Safe Workplace

  Unit code

  BSBOHS509A

• Apply Music Knowledge and Artistic Judgement

  Unit code

  CUSIND501A

• Manage Production of Sound Recordings

  Unit code

  CUSSOU602A

• Develop Sound Designs

  Unit code

  CUSSOU501A

• Produce Sound Recordings

  Unit code

  CUSSOU502A

• Implement Sound Designs

  Unit code

  CUSSOU503A

• Create a Final Sound Balance

  Unit code

  CUSSOU504A

• Compile Music for Soundtracks

  Unit code

  CUSSOU505A

• Manage and Exploit Copyright Arrangements

  Unit code

  CUFCMP501A

• Manage Design Realisation

  Unit code

  BSBDES601A

• Manage Physical Assets

  Unit code

  SITXFIN007A

• Compose Music Using Electronic Media

  Unit code

  CUSMCP501A

• Incorporate Interactive Technology Into Performance

  Unit code

  CUSMPF502A

• Plan and Manage Film and Media Postproduction

  Unit code

  CUFPPM602A

To attain Advanced Diploma of Sound Production, participants must complete a total number of 15 units:

• 4 core units
• 6 specialist units
• 5 elective units

Not applicable

• TAFE: Not Applicable
• Year 12: Successful completion of VCE or equivalent. Interview.
• International: Not Applicable
• Mature: Direct or VTAC application. Interview.