Overview
This qualification gives you a comprehensive knowledge of studio and live sound technology and operations as well as practical studio and venue operational skills.
Qualification: |
Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production) CUA50815 |
Course No: |
DP-BD23 |
Campus: |
CIT Reid |
Duration: |
2 semesters full-time (approximately 25 hours per week) OR part-time equivalent |
Cost Info: |
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance
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Indicative Cost: |
$2,197
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Likely Job Outcome: |
Broadcast audio operator, venue sound mixer, assistant sound engineer |
Application Type: |
Register Your Interest |
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Timetable Information
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Additional Information
Skills Recognition
Entry Requirements
It is recommended that you have a Certificate IV in Music, a Certificate IV in Screen and Media or equivalent skills and knowledge as well as extensive vocal experience in sound production.
You may be invited to an interview to provide a resume of educational record and work experience as well as portfolio of work examples.
Please contact infoline@cit.edu.au to arrange an interview.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Further Study
University of Canberra
Bachelor of Media Arts and Production
Australian National University
Bachelor of Music
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 16 subjects
Core: Complete all 4
- BSBCRT501
Originate and develop concepts
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CIT Code: |
INNO111 |
Cost: |
Standard $66.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to originate
and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to
an operational level. It applies to individuals who develop concepts
for any business or community activity or process, such as marketing
and advertising campaigns, staff development programs, information
technology and communication systems, radio and television programs,
entertainment events, films, exhibitions and digital media products.
Individuals operate with a high degree of autonomy, but collaborate
with others to generate ideas and refine concepts to the point where
they can be implemented. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or
certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of
publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUACMP501
Manage copyright arrangements
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CIT Code: |
MEDA338 |
Cost: |
Standard $44.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify,
manage and apply individual or collaborative copyright arrangements
for original works. It applies to individuals who have responsibility
for identifying intellectual property requirements, assigning
copyright and licensing rights, and ensuring copyright is protected
locally and internationally. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUAIND402
Provide freelance services
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CIT Code: |
MEDA386 |
Cost: |
Standard $66.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work as
an independent operator within the creative arts industry. It applies
to individuals who use a high level of self-motivation and discipline,
and an entrepreneurial attitude when pursuing work opportunities. They
are engaged for specific projects and are responsible for promoting
themselves to potential clients, negotiating their own contracts and
managing their business affairs. No licensing, legislative or
certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of
publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUAPPR505
Establish and maintain safe creative practice
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CIT Code: |
ARTS310 |
Cost: |
Standard $66.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine
and respond effectively to broad and specific safety requirements in a
professional practice. It applies to individuals who are sole
practitioners or working in collaborative teams across all sectors and
areas of expertise, who are responsible for managing safety. The
practitioner applies a self-directed approach to ensuring safety. The
unit could apply to a range of internal and external work
environments, including workshops, studios, offices, field locations
and performance venues. The unit does not apply to individuals
employed by organisations to manage the safety of a practice. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
Electives: Complete 12
- CUASOU401
Mix live audio
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CIT Code: |
MUSC258 |
Cost: |
Standard $493.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge
required to mix audio for live shows in the screen, media,
entertainment and events industries. Individuals who apply these
skills work autonomously in a team environment as they take
responsibility for the front of house mix, which involves creating
quality sound for audiences. They may also be responsible for
supervising others. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU404
Manage wireless audio operations
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CIT Code: |
MUSC261 |
Cost: |
Standard $139.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge
required to specify, fit and operate radio microphones and in-ear
wireless monitors for performers in the screen, media, entertainment
and events industries. Individuals who apply these skills work
autonomously in a team environment as they take responsibility for
managing frequency spectrum and overseeing the use of a range of
wireless audio equipment during productions. They may also be
responsible for supervising others. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU410
Record sound on location
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CIT Code: |
MUSC312 |
Cost: |
Standard $98.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to record
dialogue and sound effects on location for a screen production.It
applies to individuals who record dialogue and live sound effects in
outdoor and indoor locations for a range of screen productions. They
must work cooperatively with performers and other production crew
members. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU411
Coordinate sound recording operations on location
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CIT Code: |
MUSC313 |
Cost: |
Standard $98.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to
coordinate recording of dialogue and sound effects on location for
screen productions. It applies to individuals who supervise sound
recordings to meet the creative and technical requirements of the
production. They collaborate with members of a production team and
performers. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU503
Develop sound designs
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CIT Code: |
MUSC207 |
Cost: |
Standard $131.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop
an overall sound design from production briefs. It applies to
individuals with a good understanding of the physical nature of sound,
along with research and creative thinking skills. They collaborate
with other creative personnel to develop the overall sound or musical
identity of a wide range productions. No licensing, legislative or
certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of
publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU504
Produce sound recordings
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CIT Code: |
MUSC208 |
Cost: |
Standard $220.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan,
organise and produce audio recordings. It applies to individuals who
work collaboratively and creatively with artists and performers to
produce audio recordings for distribution via any media. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU505
Implement sound designs
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CIT Code: |
MUSC213 |
Cost: |
Standard $161.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement
a design for any productions requiring sound. It applies to
individuals with a thorough understanding of a wide range of sound
equipment and sound effects, along with the ability to supervise and
work creatively and collaboratively with others, including sound
mixers, sound editors and other studio technicians. The ability to
solve problems that arise in the context of implementing sound designs
is essential. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements
apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU506
Create a final sound balance
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CIT Code: |
MUSC206 |
Cost: |
Standard $187.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create a
final sound balance for a production. It applies to individuals who
work creatively and collaboratively with sound engineers, sound
mixers, sound editors and studio technicians to create a final sound
balance for a range of recorded and live productions. No licensing,
legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the
time of publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU406
Develop and implement sound plans
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CIT Code: |
MUSC214 |
Cost: |
Standard $77.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge needed to identify
sound requirements, and to develop and implement sound production
plans that meet the creative and technical aspects of productions.It
applies to individuals working as sound technicians and supervisors on
a range of productions and events. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUASOU409
Mix recorded music
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CIT Code: |
MUSC311 |
Cost: |
Standard $213.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to mix music
that has been recorded live or in a studio. It involves balancing all
instrumentals, vocals and recorded/imported sounds, and adding
effects. It applies to individuals who work with clients and
colleagues to mix down existing multi-track recordings to formats
ready for mastering. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- BSBPMG512
Manage project time
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CIT Code: |
MGNT752 |
Cost: |
Standard $93.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage
time during projects. It involves determining and implementing the
project schedule, and assessing time management outcomes. It applies
to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an
organisation, business, or as a consultant. No licensing, legislative,
regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the
time of publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
- CUAIND401
Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
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CIT Code: |
ARTS257 |
Cost: |
Standard $99.00
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Description: |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge
required by those working in the creative industries to add depth to
expertise in a specialist field or technique. Fields include dance,
music, cultural heritage, screen and media, visual arts, craft and
design. The unit is particularly applicable in contexts where
techniques require a high level of skill and coordination. At this
level, work would usually be undertaken with limited guidance and
specialists could also be responsible for mentoring others on the job.
Depending on the specialist area, guidance from mentors and
experienced practitioners could be expected. No licensing, legislative
or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of
publication. |
Prerequisites: |
Nil |
Related Courses
More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au