Modification History
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Release 2 |
Created to fix formatting errors only. Released with CUS09 Music Training Package version 1.2 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore aspects of music culture in Australian society and apply the information obtained to own music making.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to people entering the music industry who need to collect, apply and update general information relevant to a selected musical style in Australian society. The skills and knowledge outlined in this unit can be applied in any music-making context since they relate to identifying positive values in a selected musical style, as well as the repertoire, challenges and technology relevant to that style. This work is undertaken under close supervision and guidance.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Apply information on the contexts of musical styles |
1.1 Seek information on the context of one or more musical styles using appropriate information sources 1.2 Identify positive values in one or more musical styles using appropriate information sources 1.3 Check the credibility and reliability of information sources with appropriate people 1.4 Comply with copyright and cultural requirements when accessing information 1.5 Apply information on musical styles to own music making |
2. Maintain currency of own knowledge of music culture in Australian society |
2.1 Identify the repertoire of one or more musical styles in Australian society 2.2 Seek information on the use of technology in one or more musical styles in Australian society 2.3 Identify the challenges faced by musicians working in one or more musical styles in Australian society 2.4 Seek information on the way in which one or more musical styles is/are portrayed in the media 2.5 Seek information on further training and educational opportunities in one or more musical styles in Australian society |
3. Update and maintain information sources |
3.1 Update information sources on a regular basis 3.2 Monitor changes in the use of technology 3.3 Store information in an easily accessible format 3.4 Share information with colleagues and peers 3.5 Apply information on music culture to own music making |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Context may include: |
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Musical styles may include: |
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Information sources may include: |
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Values may include: |
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Appropriate people may include: |
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Technology may include: |
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Challenges may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - music literacy