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Get started on a sound career in the music industry
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to record, mix and edit sound sources and you will learn about the music industry from the production perspective.
The Certificate III in Music (Sound Production) will give you a practical introduction to recording processes including, mixing, editing and post-production. You will participate in recording sessions for bands in our studios and follow the production processes through to the completion of a demo recording.
This course is only offered in semester 2 each year.
- Critical listening
- Laying sound tracks
- Digital editing and mixing
- Audio visual equipment operation
- Using midi devices and software
- Analysing harmony
I have the following attributes:
- An interest in all aspects of sound recording, production and performance
- Good hearing and an ear for detail
- Enjoy working with electronics and an interest in the science of sound production
- Problem solving skills
If this course is deemed competitive, you will be informed during your application via TAFE Admissions and additional entrance requirements will apply.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
You'll be able to access your personal timetable (find out how on our Timetables page), once you have paid your fees.
Study outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research will be required to successfully complete your course.
Bring your own device (BYOD) is encouraged but not essential.
If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text books and stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work.
Study options and next steps
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Semester 2, 2023
Leederville - On Campus
| Duration | 6 Months | ||||||||||||
| When | Semester 2, 2023 | ||||||||||||
| Where | Leederville | ||||||||||||
| How | On campus | ||||||||||||
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*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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