BTEC Level 3 Certificate, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma, BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma, BTEC Level 3 Diploma and BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in For first teaching September 2010 90-credit Diploma first teaching September 2012 Issue 5
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Contents The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). BTEC qualification titles covered by this specification 1 What are BTEC Level 3 qualifications? 2 Total Qualification Time 3 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate 30 credits 4 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 60 credits 4 Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma 90 credits 4 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma 120 credits 5 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma 180 credits 5 Key features of these BTEC qualifications in Music and Music Technology 5 Rationale for these BTEC qualifications in Music and Music Technology 6 National Occupational Standards 6 Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification 7 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Performing) 10 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Composing) 11 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (Events Support) 12 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (DJ Technology) 13 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (Production) 14 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) 15 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) 16 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) 17 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) 18 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) 19
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music 20 Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology 21 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music 22 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology 23 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music 24 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology 25 Assessment and grading 26 Grading domains 26 Calculation of the qualification grade 27 Quality assurance of centres 29 Approval 29 Programme design and delivery 30 Mode of delivery 31 Resources 31 Delivery approach 31 Meeting local needs 32 Additional and specialist learning 32 Functional skills 32 Personal, learning and thinking skills 32 Access and recruitment 33 Restrictions on learner entry 33 Access arrangements for learners with disabilities and specific needs 33 Recognition of Prior Learning 34 Unit format 34 Unit title 34 Level 34 Credit value 34 Guided learning hours 35 Aim and purpose 35
Unit introduction 35 Learning outcomes 35 Unit content 35 Assessment and grading grid 36 Essential guidance for tutors 36 Further information 37 Useful publications 37 How to obtain National Occupational Standards 37 Professional development and training 38 Annexe A 39 The Pearson BTEC qualification framework for the music and music technology sector 39 Annexe B 41 Grading domains: BTEC level 3 generic grading domains 41 Annexe C 43 Personal, learning and thinking skills 43 Personal, learning and thinking skills 45 Annexe D 49 Wider curriculum mapping 49 Annexe E 53 National Occupational Standards 53 Annexe F 67 Unit mapping overview 67 Unit mapping in depth 69 Annexe G 79 Examples of calculation of qualification grade above pass grade 79 Points available for credits achieved at different levels and unit grades 79
BTEC qualification titles covered by this specification Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Performing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Composing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music and Music Technology (Events Support) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music and Music Technology (DJ Technology) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music and Music Technology (Production) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology These qualifi cations have been accredited to the national framework. Your centre should use the Qualifi cation Number (QN) when seeking funding for learners. The Qualifi cation Number (QN) for the qualifi cations in this publication are: Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music 500/7718/1 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology 500/7870/7 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music 500/7844/6 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology 500/7872/0 Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music 600/6682/9 Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology 600/6683/0 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music 500/7871/9 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology 500/7837/9 Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music 500/7717/X Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology 500/7716/8 The appropriate qualifi cation title, QN unit reference number (URN) will appear on each learner s certifi cate. You should tell your learners this when your centre recruits them and registers them with us. 1
What are BTEC Level 3 qualifications? The BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation are undertaken in further education, by sixth-form colleges, schools and other training providers, and have been since they were introduced in 1984. Their purpose, approaches to teaching, learning and assessment are established and understood by teaching professionals, employers and learners alike. The BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation are: Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Performing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Composing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music and Music Technology (Events Support) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music and Music Technology (DJ Technology) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music and Music Technology (Production) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology They maintain the same equivalences, benchmarks and other articulations (for example SCAAT points, UCAS Tariff points) as their predecessor qualifi cations. The table below identifi es the titling conventions and variations between the predecessor and new qualifi cations: Predecessor BTEC Nationals (accredited 2007) Not applicable Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Award Not applicable Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Certifi cate Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Diploma BTEC Level 3 qualifications (for delivery from September 2010) Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma 2
Total Qualification Time For all regulated qualifications, Pearson specifies a total number of hours that it is expected the average learner will be required to undertake in order to complete and show achievement for the qualification: This is the Total Qualification Time (TQT). Within this, Pearson will also identify the number of Guided Learning Hours (GLH) that we expect a centre delivering the qualification will need to provide. Guided learning means activities that directly or immediately involve tutors and assessors in teaching, supervising, and invigilating learners, such as lessons, tutorials, online instruction, supervised study giving feedback on performance. In addition to guided learning, other required learning directed by tutors or assessors will include private study, preparation for assessent and undertaking assessment when not under supervision, such as preparatory reading, revision and independent research. These qualifications also have a credit value, which is equal to one tenth of TQT. Pearson consults with users of these qualifications in assigning TQT and credit values. This suite of BTEC Level 3 qualifications is available in the following sizes: Certificate 300 TQT (30 credits, 180 GLH) Subsidiary Diploma 600 TQT (60 credits, 360 GLF) 90-credit Diploma 900 TQT (90 credits, 540 GLF) Diploma 1200 TQT (120 credits, 720 GLH) Extended Diploma 1800 TQT (180 credits, 1080 GLH) 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate 30 credits The 30-credit BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate offers a specialist qualifi cation that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate is a qualifi cation which can extend a learner s programme of study and give vocational emphasis. The BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate is broadly equivalent to one GCE AS Level. The BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate is also suitable for more mature learners, who wish to follow a vocational programme of study as part of their continued professional development or who want to move to a different area of employment. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 60 credits The 60-credit BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma extends the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate qualifi cation and covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers greater fl exibility and a choice of emphasis through the optional units. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level. The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers an engaging programme for those who are clear about the area of employment that they wish to enter. These learners may wish to extend their programme through the study of a general qualifi cations such as GCE AS Levels, additional specialist learning (eg through another BTEC qualifi cation) or a complementary NVQ. These learning programmes can be developed to allow learners to study related and complementary qualifi cations without duplicating of content. For adult learners, the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma can extend their experience of work in a particular sector. It may also be a suitable qualifi cation for those wishing to change career or move into a particular area of employment following a career break. Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma 90 credits This qualifi cation broadens and expands the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and encompasses the essential skills, knowledge and understanding needed to gain confi dence and progression. There is potential for the qualifi cation to prepare learners for progression within education or into employment in the appropriate vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to study in detail or work in a particular area of work. It is broadly equivalent to 1.5 GCE A Levels and provides a programme of study manageable in a year so that learners can bank and then build on their achievement. In this way it encourages progression for those learners who wish to undertake a one-year course of study because of individual circumstances. Some learners may wish to gain the qualifi cation in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a larger or different level 3 programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialism they studied on the BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate or the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma programme. Learners may also be able to use the BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma to gain partial achievement and have the requisite skills, knowledge and understanding needed in the sector. For adult learners the BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma can extend their experience of working in a particular sector. It could also be a suitable qualifi cation for those wishing to change career or move into a particular area of employment following a career break. 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma 120 credits The 120-credit BTEC Level 3 Diploma broadens and expands the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and the BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma qualifi cations. There is potential for the qualifi cation to prepare learners for employment in the appropriate vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a particular area of work. It is broadly equivalent to two GCE A Levels. Some learners may wish to gain the qualifi cation in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a level 4 programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialism they studied on the BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate, BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma or the BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma programme. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma 180 credits The 180-credit BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma extends and deepens the specialist work-related focus of the BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma and the BTEC Level 3 Diploma qualifi cations. There is potential for the qualifi cation to prepare learners for appropriate direct employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they clearly wish to enter a particular specialist area of work. It is broadly equivalent to three GCE A Levels. Some learners may wish to gain the qualifi cation in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a higher education foundation degree, HND or other professional development programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialist nature of the subjects they studied on the BTEC level 3 Diploma or another programme of study. Key features of these BTEC qualifications in Music and Music Technology The BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation have been developed in the music and music technology sectors to: provide education and training for those working in the music and music technology industries give those working in the music and music technology industries opportunities to achieve a nationally recognised level 3 vocationally-specifi c qualifi cation give full-time learners the opportunity to enter employment in the music and music technology industries or to progress to vocational qualifi cations such as the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Music and Music Technology give learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, and attributes essential for successful performance in working life. 5
Rationale for these BTEC qualifications in Music and Music Technology The Pearson BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation aim to provide a broad educational base for further training, further education and employment within the music sector. The qualifi cations will develop learners abilities through the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programmes. The BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation have been designed in consideration of the Sector Qualifi cations Strategy (SQS) for creative and cultural industries. Skills gaps identifi ed in the SQS include professional development and employability skills; the units that address these areas have been revised. Further information has been added to each of the units in terms of an outline learning plan, a programme of suggested assignments, and also in relation to the delivery and assessment strategies. More detailed information in each of these sections will allow tutors to offer an informed approach to the implementation of the individual units and therefore also to the whole qualifi cation. The vocational context of the qualifi cation is key to effective delivery and can be provided through assignment briefs that give learners realistic, work-based scenarios and projects. Forging links and relationships with local and national professional practitioners is recommended in order to provide a strong, vocational focus. Learners should be encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and achievement, taking into account industry standards for behaviour and performance. The assessment approach for BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation allows learners to receive feedback on their progress throughout their course as they provide evidence towards the grading criteria. Having completed a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Music, learners will be ideally placed to progress to Level 4 or 5 BTEC Higher Nationals in Performing Arts or Music, or to other higher education provision, as they will have received a thorough grounding in the knowledge and skills needed. National Occupational Standards These BTEC qualifi cations are designed to provide much of the underpinning knowledge and understanding for the National Occupational Standards (NOS), as well as developing practical skills in preparation for work and possible achievement of NVQs. NOS form the basis of National Vocational Qualifi cations (NVQs). The qualifi cations in this specifi cation do not purport to deliver occupational competence in the sector, which should be demonstrated in a work context. Each unit in the specifi cation identifi es links to elements of the NOS. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Music and Music Technology relate to the following NOS: Community Arts Cultural Venue Operations Live Events and Promotion Music Business (Record Labels) Technical Theatre. See Annexe E for details of NOS mapping against units. 6
Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification The rules of combination specify the: total credit value of the qualifi cation the minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation the mandatory unit credit the optional unit credit the maximum credit that can come from other level 3 BTEC units in this qualifi cation suite. When combining units for a BTEC qualifi cation, it is the centre s responsibility to ensure that the following rules of combination are adhered to. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Performing), Music Technology (Events Support), (DJ Technology), (Production) 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 30 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 23 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 10 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 20 credits. 5 This qualifi cation is not designed to include credit from other level 3 BTEC units. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Composing) 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 30 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 23 credits. 3 Specialist unit credit: a minimum of 10 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: a minimum of 10 credits. 5 This qualifi cation is not designed to include credit from other level 3 BTEC units. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing), Music Technology (DJ Technology) and (Production) 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 60 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 45 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 10 credits. 4 Specialist unit credit: a minimum of 10 credits. 5 Optional unit credit: a minimum of 30 credits. 6 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. 7
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 60 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 45 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 20 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 40 credits. 5 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 60 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 45 credits. 3 Specialist unit credit: a minimum of 20 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: a minimum of 20 credits. 5 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 90 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 60 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 20 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 60 credits. 5 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 90 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 60 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 30 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 60 credits. 5 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 120 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 90 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 30 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 90 credits. 5 A maximum of 25 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs for Music. 8
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 120 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 90 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 40 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 80 credits. 5 A maximum of 20 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs for Music Technology. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 180 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 135 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 50 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 130 credits. 5 A maximum of 30 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology 1 Qualifi cation credit value: a minimum of 180 credits. 2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualifi cation: 135 credits. 3 Mandatory unit credit: 60 credits. 4 Optional unit credit: 120 credits. 5 A maximum of 30 optional credits can come from other level 3 BTEC units to meet local needs. 9
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Performing) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Performing) is 30 credits and has 180 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 30 credits (where at least 23 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Performing) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 Optional units 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 6 Classical Music in Practice 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 12 Improvising Music 10 3 13 Improvising Music in a Jazz Style 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 28 Musical Theatre Performance 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 33 Solo Music Performance Skills 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 42 Singing Techniques and Performance 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 10
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Composing) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music (Composing) is 30 credits and has 180 guided learning hours. It consists of at least one specialist unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 30 credits (where at least 23 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music (Composing) Unit Specialist units select at least one unit Credit Level 7 Composing Music 10 3 34 Contemporary Songwriting Techniques 10 3 Optional units 3 Arranging Music 10 3 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 11
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (Events Support) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (Events Support) is 30 credits and has 180 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 30 credits (where at least 23 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (Events Support) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 11 Music Events Management 10 3 Optional units 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 44 Stage Lighting Operations 10 3 12
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (DJ Technology) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (DJ Technology) is 30 credits and has 180 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 30 credits (where at least 23 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (DJ Technology) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 10 DJ Performance Techniques 10 3 Optional units 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 13
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (Production) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certifi cate in Music Technology (Production) is 30 credits and has 180 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 30 credits (where at least 23 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology (Production) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 Optional units 1 Acoustics for Musicians 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 35 Sound Creation and Manipulation 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 14
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) is 60 credits and has 360 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus at least one specialist unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits (where at least 45 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Performing) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 Specialist units select at least one unit 33 Solo Music Performance Skills 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 Optional units 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 6 Classical Music in Practice 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 12 Improvising Music 10 3 13 Improvising Music in a Jazz Style 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 28 Musical Theatre Performance 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 42 Singing Techniques and Performance 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 15
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) is 60 credits and has 360 guided learning hours. It consists of at least two specialist units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits (where at least 45 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music (Composing) Unit Specialist units select at least two units Credit Level 3 Arranging Music 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 34 Contemporary Songwriting Techniques 10 3 Optional units 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 16
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) is 60 credits and has 360 guided learning hours. It consists of two mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits (where at least 45 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Events Support) Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 Optional units 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 44 Stage Lighting Operations 10 3 17
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) is 60 credits and has 360 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus at least one specialist unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits (where at least 45 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (DJ Technology) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 10 DJ Performance Techniques 10 3 Specialist units select at least one unit 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 Optional units 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 3 Arranging Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 18
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) is 60 credits and has 360 guided learning hours. It consists of one mandatory unit plus at least one specialist unit plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits (where at least 45 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology (Production) Unit Mandatory unit Credit Level 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 Specialist units select at least one unit 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 35 Sound Creation and Manipulation 10 3 Optional units 1 Acoustics for Musicians 10 3 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 19
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music The Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music is 90 credits and has 540 guided earning hours. It consists of two mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 90 credits (where at least 60 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 3 Arranging Music 10 3 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 6 Classical Music in Practice 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 12 Improvising Music 10 3 13 Improvising Music in a Jazz Style 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 16 Major Music Project 20 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 19 Music and Society 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 28 Musical Theatre Performance 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 33 Solo Music Performance Skills 10 3 34 Contemporary Songwriting Techniques 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 42 Singing Techniques and Performance 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 20
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology The Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology is 90 credits and has 540 guided learning hours. It consists of two mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 90 credits (where at least 60 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Music Technology Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 1 Acoustics for Musicians 10 3 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 3 Arranging Music 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 10 DJ Performance Techniques 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 19 Music and Society 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 31 Planning and Delivering a Music Product 20 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 35 Sound Creation and Manipulation 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 21
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music is 120 credits and has 720 guided learning hours. It consists of three mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 120 credits (where at least 90 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 19 Music and Society 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 3 Arranging Music 10 3 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 6 Classical Music in Practice 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 12 Improvising Music 10 3 13 Improvising Music in a Jazz Style 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 28 Musical Theatre Performance 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 33 Solo Music Performance Skills 10 3 34 Contemporary Songwriting Techniques 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 42 Singing Techniques and Performance 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 22
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology is 120 credits and has 720 guided learning hours. It consists of four mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 120 credits (where at least 90 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 9 Delivering a Music Product 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 1 Acoustics for Musicians 10 3 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 3 Arranging Music 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 10 DJ Performance Techniques 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 19 Music and Society 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 35 Sound Creation and Manipulation 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 23
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music is 180 credits and has 1080 guided learning hours. It consists of four mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 180 credits (where at least 135 credits must be at level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 4 Aural Perception Skills 10 3 16 Major Music Project 20 3 19 Music and Society 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 3 Arranging Music 10 3 6 Classical Music in Practice 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 12 Improvising Music 10 3 13 Improvising Music in a Jazz Style 10 3 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 15 Live Music Workshop 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 21 Music in the Community 10 3 22 Music Performance Session Styles 10 3 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 28 Musical Theatre Performance 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 33 Solo Music Performance Skills 10 3 34 Contemporary Songwriting Techniques 10 3 36 Studying Music from Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 42 Singing Techniques and Performance 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 24
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology is 180 credits and has 1080 guided learning hours. It consists of fi ve mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a combined total of 180 credits (where at least 135 credits must be at Level 3 or above). The units for the BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (www.pearson.com). Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Technology Unit Mandatory units Credit Level 14 Listening Skills for Music Technologists 10 3 25 Music Production Techniques 10 3 31 Planning and Delivering a Music Product 20 3 32 Sequencing Systems and Techniques 10 3 39 The Sound and Music Industry 10 3 Optional units 1 Acoustics for Musicians 10 3 2 Audio Engineering Principles 10 3 3 Arranging Music 10 3 5 Backline Technical Management 10 3 7 Composing Music 10 3 8 Concert Production and Staging 10 3 10 DJ Performance Techniques 10 3 11 Music Events Management 10 3 17 Marketing and Promotion in the Music Industry 10 3 18 Modern Music in Practice 10 3 19 Music and Society 10 3 20 Music and Sound for the Moving Image 10 3 23 Music Performance Techniques 10 3 24 Music Project 10 3 26 Music Technology in Performance 10 3 27 Music Theory and Harmony 10 3 29 Live Sound Techniques 10 3 30 Pop Music in Practice 10 3 35 Sound Creation and Manipulation 10 3 36 Studying Music From Around the World 10 3 37 The Functional Music Keyboard 10 3 38 The Music Freelance World 10 3 40 Working and Developing As a Musical Ensemble 10 3 41 Working with Music Notation Packages 10 3 43 Special Subject Investigation 10 3 25
Assessment and grading All units are internally assessed in the BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation. All assessment for the BTEC qualifi cations in this specifi cation is criterion referenced, based on the achievement of specifi ed learning outcomes. Each unit within the qualifi cation has specifi ed assessment and grading criteria which are to be used for grading purposes. A summative unit grade can be awarded at pass, merit or distinction: to achieve a pass a learner must have satisfi ed all the pass assessment criteria to achieve a merit a learner must additionally have satisfi ed all the merit grading criteria to achieve a distinction a learner must additionally have satisfi ed all the distinction grading criteria. Learners who complete the unit but who do not meet all the pass criteria are graded unclassifi ed. Grading domains The grading criteria are developed in relation to grading domains which are exemplifi ed by a number of indicative characteristics at the level of the qualifi cation. There are four BTEC grading domains: application of knowledge and understanding development of practical and technical skills personal development for occupational roles application of generic skills. Please refer to Annexe B which shows the merit and distinction indicative characteristics. Guidance The purpose of assessment is to ensure that effective learning has taken place to give learners the opportunity to: meet the assessment and grading criteria and achieve the learning outcomes within the units. All the assignments created by centres should be reliable and fi t for purpose, and should build on the assessment and grading criteria. Assessment tasks and activities should enable learners to produce valid, suffi cient and reliable evidence that relates directly to the specifi ed criteria. Centres should enable learners to produce evidence in a variety of different forms and including, written reports, graphs and posters, along with projects, performance observation and time-constrained assessments. Centres are encouraged to emphasise the practical application of the assessment and grading criteria, providing a realistic scenario for learners to adopt, and making maximum use of practical activities and work experience. The creation of assignments that are fi t for purpose is vital to achievement and their importance cannot be over-emphasised. The assessment and grading criteria must be clearly indicated in the fi t-for-purpose assignments. This gives learners focus and helps with internal verifi cation and standardisation processes. It will also help to ensure that learner feedback is specifi c to the assessment and grading criteria. When looking at the assessment and grading grids and designing assignments, centres are encouraged to identify common topics and themes. 26
The units include guidance on appropriate assessment methodology. A central feature of vocational assessment is that it allows for assessment to be: current, ie to refl ect the most recent developments and issues local, ie to refl ect the employment context of the delivering centre fl exible to refl ect learner needs, ie at a time and in a way that matches the learner s requirements so that they can demonstrate achievement. Calculation of the qualification grade Pass qualification grade Learners who achieve the minimum eligible credit value specifi ed by the rule of combination will achieve the qualifi cation at pass grade (see Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifi cations in this specifi cation). Qualification grades above pass grade Learners will be awarded a merit or distinction or distinction* qualifi cation grade (or combination of these grades appropriate to the qualifi cation) by the aggregation of points gained through the successful achievement of individual units. The number of points available is dependent on the unit level and grade achieved, and the credit size of the unit (as shown in the points available for credits achieved at different levels and unit grades below). Points available for credits achieved at different Levels and unit grades The table below shows the number of points scored per credit at the unit level and grade. Unit level Points per credit Pass Merit Distinction Level 2 5 6 7 Level 3 7 8 9 Level 4 9 10 11 Learners who achieve the correct number of points within the ranges shown in the qualifi cation grade table will achieve the qualifi cation merit or distinction or distinction* grade (or combinations of these grades appropriate to the qualifi cation). 27