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Sound VET Specialisation

Code VSAACI

About this VET Specialisation

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of technical production jobs in creative arts industry environments.

It applies to work in sound, music industry, entertainment technical operations, broadcasting production, live production and entertainment technical operations work environments.

Special entry requirements

All applicants are required to attend an interview. Individuals must provide evidence of their skills in live production and technical services and the ability to: produce a body of work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with live production and technical services in line with current industry standards and apply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one area of technical production.

Code

VSAACI

Availability & Campus

Location Availability
Joondalup
Mount Lawley
South West
Online
= Available

Details

Structure

Year 1 - Semester 2

WHS and Industry Skills
Unit Code Unit Title
CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
RIIWHS204EWork safely at heights
Sound Communications
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAIND413Communicate effectively with arts professionals
CUAPPM421Contribute to organising productions
CUASOU406Develop and implement sound plans
Sound Reinforcement
Unit Code Unit Title
CUASOU308Install and disassemble audio equipment
CUASOU412Manage audio input sources
Industry Practice
Unit Code Unit Title
BSBCRT413Collaborate in creative processes
CUAMWB401Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness
Live Sound Mixing
Unit Code Unit Title
CUASOU421Mix audio for live productions
CUASOU331Undertake live audio operations
Audio Technology
Unit Code Unit Title
CUASOU413Manage Audio System Control Networks
CUASOU414Manage wireless audio operations
Audio Playback
Unit Code Unit Title
CUASOU304Prepare audio assets
CUASTA411Operate show control systems

For more detailed unit information for this VET Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Sound Technician, Audio and Staging Worker and Audio Operator. It also provides a pathway to other roles in similar work environments.

Possible future job titles

Sound Technician, Audio and Staging Worker, Audio Operator

This VET Specialisation can be studied in the following courses

Experiences

The Important Things

Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.

Course Entry

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Fees & Scholarships

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Applying

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ECU Experience

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