Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to write music related material in response to a writing brief.
It applies to individuals, such as freelance writers or journalists, who would be expected to write both original and non-narrative music content for a range of purposes, including reviews, critiques, program notes, editorials, commentary and music copy.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Communication – writing
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to write material |
1.1 Interpret writing brief and confirm type of material required in consultation with relevant people 1.2 Identify factors that may impact writing assignment, and plan accordingly 1.3 Determine style and tone appropriate to publication for which material is being written 1.4 Discuss plans or preliminary ideas with relevant people as required |
2. Research topic |
2.1 Use appropriate information sources to gather background material, 2.2 Conduct interviews with people to gather information as required 2.3 Review gathered information to determine approach to writing assignment 2.4 Discuss results of research, ideas, and proposed approach with relevant people as required |
3. Write material |
3.1 Work in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) and copyright legislation 3.2 Confirm language and writing style are suited to target audience and publication 3.3 Confirm specialised vocabulary is appropriate to writing brief and subject matter 3.4 Proofread and edit material to required standard, and check that it meets requirements of writing brief 3.5 Present draft to relevant people for review 3.6 Adjust material as required, and present final copy in agreed format and timeframe 3.7 Evaluate writing process, assess own performance, and note areas for future improvement |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Learning |
3.7 |
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Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.2-3.4, 3.7 |
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Writing |
1.2, 2.1, 3.2-3.4, 3.6, 3.7 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5 |
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Navigate the world of work |
3.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.6, 3.7 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAWRT503 Write about music |
CUSWRT501A Write about music |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to performance criteria. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5