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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.
This unit set 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. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
All applicants are required to attend an interview, and provide a folio. In addition, all applicants are normally expected to be turning at least 18 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course.
On Campus at Mount Lawley
Students may be required to attend and/or support evening and weekend performances and rehearsals. These may be at locations external to WAAPA, ECU.
Sound Recordist, Sound Mixer, Sound Designer
This specialisation contains four core units and twelve elective units. At WAAPA, these units of competency are clustered within the delivery units of Intro to Audio Software, Live Sound 1, Sound Production & Operations 1, Sound for Theatre 1, Introduction to Lighting, Location Sound, Professional Development Skills, OHS & Whitecard, Copyright, OHS & Wellness
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUASOU417 | Edit sound |
| CUASOU414 | Manage wireless audio operations |
| CUASOU421 | Mix audio for live productions |
| CUASOU512 | Manage operation of stage monitor systems |
| CUASOU415 | Record sound |
| BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts |
| CUASOU513 | Develop sound designs |
| ICTTEN417 | Install, configure and test a router |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUALGT413 | Set up and operate lighting cues and effects |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUAIND412 | Provide freelance services |
| CUAIND512 | Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge |
| CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CUACMP511 | Manage copyright arrangements |
| CUAMWB401 | Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries |
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.
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