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Duration
This course can typically be completed within 1 to 2 years.
* The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.
Intake
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Overview
Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open.
Online Application: This course is available for online application.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: This course can be undertaken as a traineeship. Visit TAFE Apprenticeships and Traineeships for more information.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of technical production jobs in creative arts industry environments. It applies to work in lighting and sound, music industry, entertainment customer service, entertainment technical operations, entertainment administration, staging, wardrobe, scenery and set construction, broadcasting production, live production and entertainment technical operations work environments.
They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Casuarina |
| Duration | 1 year full-time 2 years part-time * Course duration may vary depending on the time required to achieve the required competencies. |
| Study Mode | Blended Face-to-face * Information about study modes are available in the 2027 TAFE Student Guide. |
| Start Date | Semester 1: March 2, 2027 to June 11, 0227 Semester 2: July 20, 2027 to October 28, 2027 * You can enrol any time after the start date. The delivery team will work with you to confirm your start date and the next available unit. |
| Attendance | Tuesday to Thursday 9:00am - 4:00pm |
Career opportunities
After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
- Assistant stage Manager
- Sound Technician
- Audiovisual technician
- Venue Technician
- Production Technician
- Lighting Technician and Operator
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises skills and knowledge gained through previous study, work experience, volunteering, or life experience. If your existing skills and knowledge meet the requirements of a unit of competency, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your qualification. If you would like to apply for RPL, please indicate this when completing your enrolment form. For more information, please contact CDU TAFE Student Services on 08 8946 7111, or email TAFE@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed the same, or an equivalent, unit through another Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for a credit transfer. To apply, submit a completed Application for Credit Transfer Form and supporting documentation. Applications are encouraged at the time of enrolment. There is no fee for credit transfer applications.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
If you completed a VET qualification at Certificate IV level or above and later enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your degree.
The table below shows the maximum credit available based on your completed qualification.
Completed Qualification | HE | VET | Bachelor Degree | Maximum Credit Available |
Certificate IV | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
Certificate IV | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 40 credit points | |
Diploma | * | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
Diploma | * | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 80 credit points |
Advanced Diploma | * | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
Advanced Diploma | * | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points |
Associate Degree | * | 3 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points | |
Associate Degree | * | 4 year Bachelor award | up to 160 credit points | |
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline. | ||||
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Course Structure To achieve CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, a total of 16 units of competency must be completed comprising 4 core units and 12 elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses. The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 785.
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2027 Fees
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early. Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible. |
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type. For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments. | |
| Fee Exemptions | Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only. At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment. If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption. |
General Description Availability:Applications for 2027 are now open. This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of technical production jobs in creative arts industry environments. It applies to work in lighting and sound, music industry, entertainment customer service, entertainment technical operations, entertainment administration, staging, wardrobe, scenery and set construction, broadcasting production, live production and entertainment technical operations work environments. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
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Course Information Flyer(s) CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services - 2027 | ||||||||||||
Accreditation This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package. | ||||||||||||
Locations and Study Mode Locations: Casuarina | ||||||||||||
Entry Requirements Domestic | To ensure you have the skills and support needed to study this course, all applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation. To gain entry into CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, candidates are required to:
Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through experience or formal study. All pre-requisite qualifications and experience will be assessed at a pre-enrolment interview. The performance elements and criteria for sound units rely on the student having a basic level of hearing ability. Students who have a profound hearing loss / impairment will not be able to satisfy the criteria for CUASOU412 and CUASOU421. Required Resources Students can access assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements. Students are issued with learning materials and handouts for each unit. Computer and internet access is required to source information and complete assessments. It is recommended students bring a laptop with them to class so they can access online resources. | |||||||||||
Duration Estimated completion time: 1 year/s | |
This course can typically be completed within 1 to 2 years. * The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge. | |
Career Opportunities After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
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Fees
2027 Fees
| Fee Type | 2027 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | Free |
| Full Fee | $11,304.00 |
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early.
Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Hold a current Centrelink Concession or Healthcare card
- Hold a Veteran's Healthcare card
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Hold a permanent resident visa with Refugee or Humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
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Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, a total of 16 units of competency must be completed comprising 4 core units and 12 elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses.
Course structure
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 785.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| Core units of competency | ||
| BSBCRT413 | Collaborate in creative processes | 40 |
| CUAIND413 | Communicate effectively with arts professionals | 30 |
| CUAMWB401 | Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries | 50 |
| CUAPPM421 | Contribute to organising productions | 50 |
| Total nominal hours for core units | 170 | |
| Elective units of competency (Complete ALL 12) | ||
| Group A - Safety Skills | ||
| CUAWHS313 | Apply work health and safety practices in a live production environment | 40 |
| Group B - Technical Skills | ||
| CUALGT412 | Implement lighting designs | 50 |
| CUALGT413 | Set up and operate lighting cues and effects | 50 |
| CUAPPM432 | Coordinate production operations | 45 |
| CUASOU412 | Manage audio input sources | 30 |
| CUASOU421 | Mix audio for live productions | 140 |
| CUASTA411 | Operate show control systems | 50 |
| CUAVSS312 | Operate vision systems | 80 |
| Group C - Transferable Skills | ||
| CUAIND412 | Provide freelance services | 40 |
| Group D - General | ||
| CUALGT311 | Operate basic lighting | 30 |
| CUALGT314 | Install and operate follow spots | 20 |
| CUASOU306 | Operate sound reinforcement systems | 40 |
| Total nominal hours for elective units | 615 | |
| Total nominal hours for the qualification | 785 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To ensure you have the skills and support needed to study this course, all applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation.
To gain entry into CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, candidates are required to:
- Undertake a Language, Literacy, numeracy and digital literacy (LLND) assessment to determine applicable support requirements.
- Be fit, active and able to function effectively in a tropical environment, as this is a physically demanding course.
- Produce a body of work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with live production and technical services in line with current industry standards.
- Apply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one area of technical production.
- To study part-time students are required to be engaged in the industry.
Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through experience or formal study. All pre-requisite qualifications and experience will be assessed at a pre-enrolment interview.
The performance elements and criteria for sound units rely on the student having a basic level of hearing ability. Students who have a profound hearing loss / impairment will not be able to satisfy the criteria for CUASOU412 and CUASOU421.
Required Resources
Students can access assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements.
Students are issued with learning materials and handouts for each unit.
Computer and internet access is required to source information and complete assessments. It is recommended students bring a laptop with them to class so they can access online resources.
Students will also need to provide their own Personal Protective Equipment. This includes riggers gloves, closed shoes, safety glasses and earplugs. It is recommended that students provide and carry multi-tool pliers such as a Leatherman/Gerbe and a set of closed-back or over-ear headphones.
Having lecturers who were practising artists themselves gave me a greater understanding of the art world and their guidance was invaluable.
Jonathon
CDU student
Through the experiences I’ve had of exhibiting my art in open spaces, I’ve learned about the joys and challenges of engaging diverse publics in art. It has encouraged me to do more in art and in engaging with others.
Luci
CDU student
Having lecturers who were practising artists themselves gave me a greater understanding of the art world and their guidance was invaluable.
Jonathon
CDU student
Through the experiences I’ve had of exhibiting my art in open spaces, I’ve learned about the joys and challenges of engaging diverse publics in art. It has encouraged me to do more in art and in engaging with others.
Luci
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package.
Location and study mode
Locations: Casuarina
Study Mode: online, both
Note:
Delivery at individuals locations is subject to demand. Additional locations and/or study modes may become available pending sufficient demand.
Additional information
Contact details
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How to apply for international students
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Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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