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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by singers and actors to control their voice and maintain vocal clarity, articulation and expression in performances, which could be in commercial, community or open space settings. Performers could be performing solo or as members of an ensemble. At this level work is normally supervised, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected in live performance situations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
After hours delivery
Evidence of the ability to: incorporate anatomy and physiology into vocal exercise routines demonstrate non-verbal communication techniques in relation to written or spoken text correctly perform vocal exercises using appropriate posture and breathing techniques improvise performance in an appropriate manner follow safe vocal practices respond appropriately to feedback and evaluation. Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
To complete the unit requirements the individual must: demonstrate knowledge of: work health and safety (WHS) standards as they apply to performing in a range of environments relationship between body movement and voice non-verbal communication and body language concepts training techniques for resistance, strength, resonance, diction and articulation describe issues and challenges that arise when preparing for performances and suggest solutions to address them explain how the following components of human physiology and anatomy function in relation to producing sound: articulators chest, mouth and face muscles heart lips lungs larynx tongue trachea windpipe describe how the following gender issues affect voice and speech: body shape size muscular construction describe how food choices affect the wellbeing of performers.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in a performance environment. The assessment environment must include access to: performance texts and opportunities a venue with adequate space, acoustic qualities and safe flooring. Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by singers and actors to control their voice and maintain vocal clarity, articulation and expression in performances, which could be in commercial, community or open space settings. Performers could be performing solo or as members of an ensemble. At this level work is normally supervised, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected in live performance situations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
After hours delivery
Evidence of the ability to: incorporate anatomy and physiology into vocal exercise routines demonstrate non-verbal communication techniques in relation to written or spoken text correctly perform vocal exercises using appropriate posture and breathing techniques improvise performance in an appropriate manner follow safe vocal practices respond appropriately to feedback and evaluation. Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
To complete the unit requirements the individual must: demonstrate knowledge of: work health and safety (WHS) standards as they apply to performing in a range of environments relationship between body movement and voice non-verbal communication and body language concepts training techniques for resistance, strength, resonance, diction and articulation describe issues and challenges that arise when preparing for performances and suggest solutions to address them explain how the following components of human physiology and anatomy function in relation to producing sound: articulators chest, mouth and face muscles heart lips lungs larynx tongue trachea windpipe describe how the following gender issues affect voice and speech: body shape size muscular construction describe how food choices affect the wellbeing of performers.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in a performance environment. The assessment environment must include access to: performance texts and opportunities a venue with adequate space, acoustic qualities and safe flooring. Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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