VET | MUSIC

VCE VET Music Industry Sound Production Units 1 & 2, 3 & 4

This study explores how the Australian Music Industry works, including running a business and skills in management. It aims to engage students in developing skills in live audio production, live recording and studio recording. Students will have opportunities

YEAR 11

Music Industry Sound UNITS 1 & 2 to set up and operate live audio for concerts and other events. Digital audio workstations are available for students to develop their skills in recording and mixing. Students will also rehearse as a band/ensemble in order to prepare for performance and practise their music industry skills.

• Perform tasks in audio production including recording, mixing and operating a live sound reinforcement system.

• Use music technology in music making and learn about new technology in the industry.

• Research and find job opportunities in the events industry and write a cover letter and CV.

• Learn to network, engage and communicate effectively in meetings within the process of setting up events and tasks.

YEAR 12

Music Industry Sound UNITS 3 & 4

• Conduct a multitrack studio recording of a band and mix/ master it for a chosen medium.

• Conduct a live recording of a band and mix/master it for a chosen medium.

• Organise, set-up, operate a sound reinforcement system for live events in various venues and performance situations.

• Learn to fix a range of issues with a studio recording and then finalise the mix ready for distribution.

Course Structure

Certificate III in Music Industry – Sound Production provides students with the opportunity to apply a broad range of knowledge and skills in varied work contexts in the music industry. To complete the certificate all 4 units must be completed over 2 years of study (Years 11 & 12).

VCE VET Music Industry Sound is taught at Christian College by College Music Faculty Staff and is timetabled as a regular class on the weekly timetable. Throughout each year, students are also expected to attend a range of events outside of usual class times to assist with the set-up, operation and pack up of audio and recording systems.

Students do achieve a study score to contribute to their ATAR for this subject if studied across Units 3 and 4.

Students do not necessarily require a weekly music lesson to complete this subject however learning a musical instrument and engaging in performance is highly desirable for students in the Music Industry Sound Production stream.

Subject Levy: $100 per semester. Charged to Fee Accounts.