Sound Production VET Specialisation
Code VSAABK
About this VET Specialisation
This specialisation covers a broad spectrum of disciplines in sound production and operation. Students develop skills and knowledge in the areas of theatre, film, television, radio, concerts, festivals, studio work and trade presentations.
Specific procedures are studied in stage and concert sound, digital sound and sound for the electronic media. The theory and practice of music recording and the creation of special effects for theatre are also studied. Investigation into the new areas of acoustic sculpture and art is encouraged.
Special entry requirements
All applicants are required to completed a Diploma of Music (Sound Production), with equivalents considered. Applicants without a completed Diploma of Music (Sound Production) will be required to attend an interview and provide a folio. All applicants are normally expected to be turning at least 18 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course.
Code VSAABK
Availability & Campus
| Location | Availability |
|---|---|
| Joondalup | |
| Mount Lawley | |
| South West | |
| Online |
Details
Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUAIND611 | Work professionally in the creative arts industry |
| CUAPPR612 | Collaborate in professional creative projects |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| FNSORG501 | Develop and manage a budget |
Year 1 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| BSBWHS605 | Develop, implement and maintain WHS management systems |
Year 1 - Full Year
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUAPPM512 | Realise productions |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUASOU505 | Implement sound designs |
| CUASOU513 | Develop sound designs |
| CUADES611 | Manage design realisation |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUASOU512 | Manage operation of stage monitor systems |
| CUASOU413 | Manage Audio System Control Networks |
| CUASOU506 | Create a final sound balance |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUASOU504 | Produce sound recordings |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUADES612 | Research global design trends |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUAPPM513 | Incorporate creative and technical needs into management processes |
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 handbookCareer Opportunities
Possible future job titles
Sound Recordist, Sound Designer, Sound Mixer
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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