OverviewAbout this course
Strengthen your practical and technical skills to take your production career to the next level. Get set to work behind the scenes in festivals, theatres and events and learn to collaborate with performers and production crew in this exciting industry.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Manage production projects
Maintain safe creative practice
Manage bump-in and bump-out of shows
Manage live audio front of house
Operate monitor systems and wireless audio
Operate lighting and vision systems for live performance
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
The ability to operate complex production technology
The skills and confidence to function professionally in a creative environment providing technical support
Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
A Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services as evidenced by a copy of your transcript OR
Attend an interview with our teaching staff to determine you have a level of knowledge, skills and experience in the music industry equivalent to the Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
After you apply for this course, TAFE NSW will contact you about how you can provide us with the information we need to determine your suitability for this course
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A patient attitude and the ability to alternate between intense periods of work and lengthy periods of waiting
The ability to occasionally attend rehearsals, functions, and live performances outside of class hours if needed, potentially on evenings and/or weekends
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level. TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
Please note that course work includes lifting, carrying and connecting live production equipment.
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: front of house mix operator, monitor operator, production manager, stage technician, lighting designer or operator and vision systems operator.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 Units of competency, including 4 core and 11 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Manage complex projectsBSBPMG541
Establish and maintain safe creative practiceCUAPPR515
Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledgeCUAIND512
Manage people performanceBSBLDR522
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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