Course Description This qualification is for people who want to work in the creative arts - music, performing and entertainment industries as assistant sound engineers or sound designers. You will develop and apply a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate your own work and/or that of a team. You will also develop specialist expertise and learn to exercise music knowledge and artistic judgement. From the specialist elective units you can learn to plan, develop and implement audio/sound design and sound recordings. You can operate and maintain a variety of sound recording, production and playback equipment. From the other elective units you can develop ICT/digital, rigging, post-production, project management and business skill for a career in the music and creative arts industries. Course structure To receive the Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production) students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Originate and develop concepts Manage copyright arrangements Provide freelance services Establish and maintain safe creative practice Additional Units Manage audio operations for outdoor events Implement sound designs Record sound Edit sound Mix recorded music Manage wireless audio operations Mix live audio Manage audio system control networks Compose music for screen Create a final sound balance Produce sound recordings Develop and implement sound plans Career Opportunities Relevant job roles may include working as an assistant sound engineer or sound designer.