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Level 2

QN: 600/4974/1

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Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3119 hours.

Qualification Level

Level 2

Awarding Body

Open Awards

Syllabus Units

118 Units

Guided Hours

3119 hrs

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Approaches to Craft - Function and Object

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the notion of crafts., Be able to use the techniques of coiling, slabbing and press moulding., Be able to produce objects using a wheel., Be able to decorate and glaze an object., Be able research and plan ideas in 2D., Understand Health and Safety issues in the studio.

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Approaches to Design – Making Ceramics

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about designing ceramics., Understand the techniques of model and mould making for ceramics., Be able to use a mould to produce a slip cast ceramic object., Be able to decorate and glaze an object., Understand Health and Safety issues in the studio.

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Approaches to Design – Research

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand industrial ceramic design., Be able to carry out research., Be able to develop ideas in 2D., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Art and Design: Colour Theory and Design

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the terminology employed within colour theory., Understand the colour spectrum., Understand the features and application of monochromatic colour., Understand the features and application of harmonious colour., Understand the features and application of complementary colour., Understand the influence and significance of historical colour., Know about the psychological associations linked to colour.

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Assisting in Inclusive Dance Leadership

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Key Learning Objectives:

Plan a dance workshop that is inclusive of diverse participants.
Prepare resources and space for a dance workshop.
Introduce a workshop to participants clearly and engagingly.
Explain the aims and structure of a workshop to participants.
Facilitate a small group activity during a workshop.
Support individual participants' needs during a workshop.
Review the effectiveness of a workshop against its aims.
Identify areas for personal development in workshop facilitation.

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Audio Software

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Key Learning Objectives:

Use audio hardware and software to capture sequences, Use audio software tools and techniques to combine and edit sequences, Play and present audio sequences

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Colour Theory and Design

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Key Learning Objectives:

Differentiate between primary, secondary, and tertiary colours using accurate industry terminology
Analyse how colours are dispersed across the visible spectrum and their impact on visual perception
Create a monochromatic composition to demonstrate control of value and saturation
Construct a harmonious colour scheme that applies analogous or triadic relationships effectively
Evaluate the contrast and visual impact of complementary colour pairings in design work
Critically assess the influence of a specific historical period or movement on contemporary colour palettes
Interpret the psychological and cultural symbolism of colour in targeted design contexts

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Combined Arts and Collaboration

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the reasons for combined arts and collaboration., Understand what is required for interdisciplinary working., Know what support is available for collaborative working on arts projects/ between art disciplines., Know about the value/ purpose of combined arts and collaboration.

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Comparing Film and Digital Cameras

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to understand contexts and approaches to photography. Identify and use the characteristics of camera systems. Be able to use film and digital cameras. Understand and employ photographic practice and health and safety procedures.

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Composing Lyrics

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to compose lyrics.Be able to assess own abilities.Know how to use feedback to improve lyrics

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Computer Games Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1-Be able to define different computer games componants 2-Be able to create a computer game specification 3-Be able to design and develop a component of a computer game 4-Be able to obtain feedback and evaluate own work

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Constructed Textiles: Methods

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Know how to use ideas and experiment with constructed textiles., Know how to use technical equipment to express ideas within constructed textiles., Understand technical and theoretical information related to the areas of constructed textiles., Understand historical and contemporary practice pertaining to constructed textiles., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Contextual Studies – The Early Twentieth

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand what influences the nature of art and its practice during the early twentieth century., Know about the links between artistic production and other socio-cultural concerns., Be able to undertake research and develop ideas., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

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Costume for Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Identify health and safety procedures relevant to costume for performance.
Explain how costume can enhance a performance and overall production.
Describe the value of supporting research and notation for costume.
Demonstrate how to assemble a costume from wardrobe.
Apply techniques for accessorising a costume.

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Creating a Creative Photographic Assignment

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to establish and plan a photographic assignment. Be able to research and describe work from other photographers. Be able to create a photographic assignment which meets a defined brief. Be able to present photographic assignment and collate feedback. Understand and follow health and safety procedures and safe studio practice

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Creating a Mosaic

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to design a piece of work suitable for mosaic. Understand the procedure for transferring a design to a mosaic piece. Be able to manipulate and cut tesserae. Be able to prepare supports and base with the correct seal. Be able to use glues and adhesives to lay and seal the tesserae. Be able to grout up the final panel. Be able to follow health and safety procedures and safe studio practice. Be able to critique own work.

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Creating a Story Board

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Key Learning Objectives:

1 Understand uses of storyboards.2 Be able to develop a theme and a create storyline/plot.3 Be able to plan and create a detailed storyboard for a storyline/plot

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Creating a Textile Design Product

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to develop ideas from a given brief. Be able to use practical textile production skills to produce a piece of design work. Be able to finished piece of textile design work using textile design applications. Be able to use time management skills to complete a textile design product. Be able to understand and follow health and safety issues and safe studio practice.

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Creating Assets and Editing Digital Graphics

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Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the use of digital graphics and their composition
Plan the creation and editing of a digital graphic montage
Create and save a digital graphic montage
Critically evaluate own work and identify areas for further development

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Creative Craft Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand thehealth and safety requirements when undertaking creative activity., Know how to research and develop ideas for creative activity, Know how to experiment with media using a sketchbook and/or journal., Know how to use a range of materials and equipment., Understand techniques to undertake activity.

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Design for Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to prepare a budget and work to an agreed amount., Understand design as a tool for communication with audiences., Be able to follow health and safety guidelines., Be able to translate 2D set ideas into 3D stage areas., Be able to reflect on finished work.

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Design Project

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to source research material appropriate to the needs of the project., Be able to plan work to meet deadlines using time management skills., Know how to translate project ideas into final product., Be able to plan, develop and complete the design projects using appropriate materials and techniques., Understand the need to reflect on own design work., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Design Style

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the major characteristics of design for a range of styles and/or movements., Understand terminology relevant to design practice and history., Understand the key issues influencing development in design styles., Be able to extend their critical awareness and design vocabulary., Know how to undertake research for design assignments.

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Developing Characters for Animation

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Key Learning Objectives:

1 Understand characteristics of characters used in 2D and/or 3D animations. 2 Be able to plan a character creation for an animation. 3 Be able to create a character in a suitable medium for an animation. 4 Be able to review own work

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Developing DJing Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to safely set up a DJ rig., Set up turntables., Sound check equipment., Create a set., Review.

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Developing Garment Construction Skills - Children's Wear

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the design features of the chosen garment., Make informed design decisions., Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design., Plan and prepare for the construction process., Develop skills in specific construction techniques., Make the garment., Review their work.

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Developing Garment Construction Skills - Contemporary Dress/Jacket/Shirt/Trousers or Skirt

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the design features of the chosen garment., Make informed design decisions., Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design., Plan and prepare for the construction process., Develop skills in specific construction techniques., Make the garment., Review their work.

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Developing Music Skills for Solo Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Develop basic technical skills on an instrument., Develop good practice routines., Develop an appreciation of music from different periods and styles., Develop an awareness of musical competence and performance.

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Developing Musical Ensemble Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Develop ensemble skills on their instrument.
Demonstrate a successful rehearsal schedule.
Demonstrate musical competence.

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Developing Rehearsal Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the purpose of rehearsing., Plan a rehearsal., Understand amd demonstrate good rehearsal technique., Understand and demonstrate how to refine the rehearsal performance of the score/text., Understand and demonstrate the importance of interpersonal skills in teh context of a rehearsal., Review the process and results of the rehearsal.

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Digital imaging and printing

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe the principles of digital imaging and printing.
Explain the workflow for producing a digital image from capture to print.
Apply digital imaging techniques to enhance and manipulate images.
Produce a series of digital prints to a given brief.
Identify health and safety risks in a photographic environment.
Follow health and safety procedures when using digital imaging and printing equipment.

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Digital Imaging and Printing

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe the key features of digital imaging software and hardware.
Explain the principles of image resolution, file formats, and colour management.
Apply techniques for capturing and editing digital images to meet a creative brief.
Produce a series of digital prints using appropriate printing methods and materials.
Evaluate the quality of digital images and prints against given criteria.
Identify health and safety risks in a digital imaging and printing environment.
Follow safe working practices when using digital imaging and printing equipment.

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Digital Media Research

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Key Learning Objectives:

1- Be able to compare different digital technological devices and explain their usage 2-Be able to plan and undertake a research project to inform a client on a specific area impacted by digital media 3-Be able to present and evaluate research project

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Digital Photography

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Key Learning Objectives:

1-Understand photographic equipment 2-Be able to assess different photographic techniques 3-Be able to take and record digital photographs to satisfy a specific brief 4-Be able to assess photographs and identify skills for further development

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Directing a Musical or Theatrical Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to identify and follow health and safety measures relating to directing performers. Be able to read performance material for the purposes of direction. Be able to plan for performance based on performance material. Be able to direct performance. Be able to use skills and personal resources in response to directing performance. Be able to reflect on own work.

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Discovering Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about classical music., Know about the main types of popular music., Know about the production of sound in musical instruments., Understand the basic principles of music theory and notation.

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Drawing Application Methods

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to explore a variety of drawing techniques and media., Know how to apply skills in specific contexts and for different purposes., Understand formal elements and surface qualities., Know how to produce a personal response., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Drawing Development Methods

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand a variety of drawing media., Understand different surfaces on which drawing can be made., Understand three-dimensional form, mass, space, structure and scale., Be able to make drawings at varying tempos., Understand the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Drawing Methods for Painting

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to use drawing media., Know how to use different drawing surfaces., Understand the part drawing can play in the preparation and making of paintings., Be able to use line and tone in the preparation and making of paintings., Know about the value of sketchbooks for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand the relationship between drawing and painting., Know about Health and Safety procedures.

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Drawing Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a range of drawing techniques and media. Be able to produce a series of drawings in response to a given subject. Be able to follow health and safety procedures and safe studio practice

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Exploratory Drawing Methods - Using Textile Media and Applications

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to develop visual work through experimentation., Be able to combine creative and technical skills in the production of visual work., Understand the importance, diversity and integration of drawing work within the specialism of textile design., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Group Devised Project – Drama Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to communicate with an audience., Be able to take direction., Be able to use teamwork in moving a performance project forward., Understand how to structure performance work to meet the needs of an audience., Know how to use scripting conventions.

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Imaging Software

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Key Learning Objectives:

Obtain images from a variety of sources including digital cameras, scanners, and online libraries.
Insert images into imaging software and combine multiple elements to create a composite image.
Apply a range of imaging software tools to manipulate and edit images, including cropping, resizing, and colour adjustment.
Evaluate the suitability of different file formats for different purposes.
Produce a final image that meets a given brief, demonstrating creative use of software tools.

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Improvisation and Performance Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the nature and purpose of improvisation in performance contexts.
Apply improvisation techniques to devise original performance material.
Interpret the requirements and constraints of a given performance brief.
Contribute effectively to the creation and delivery of a group-devised performance.
Evaluate the value of reflection and feedback in improving improvisational performance.

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Investigating Digital Animations

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Key Learning Objectives:

1 Understand animation techniques and usage. 2 Understand software and assets used in digital animation creation. 3Understand publishing options for digital animations

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Investigating Film Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the linear development of film music., Be able to recognise and distinguish between film genres., Be able to distinguish between diagetic and non – diagetic film music., Be able to distinguish between original score for film and adaptation of pre-existing music., Understand the uses of music within film.

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Life Drawing

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand proportion when drawing from a life model., Understand the use of line and tone., Understand how to proportion the figure., Understand the principles underpinning life drawing., Understand the importance of keeping a personal sketchbook., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Lighting in Photography

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to explore lighting sources for photography. Be able to understand light metering. Be able to investigate the how different sources of light affect the production of photographic images. Understand photographic practice and health and safety procedures.

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Linear Drawing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to translate three -dimensional subjects into two-dimensional linear drawings., Know how to use aspects of measuring, composition, proportion and perspective of linear methods., Be able to use linear drawing implements, methods and techniques., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

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Make-up for Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to follow health and safety procedures for performance make-up. Understand how make-up can enhance stage performance., Be able to apply make-up to create different effects., Be able to apply products safely to remove performance make-up.

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Making Dance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to create movement phrases., Be able to warm up and cool down., Be able to combine movement phrases., Be able to dance with a partner or small group.

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Materials Exploration

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to manipulate a variety of media and materials., Understand the importance of developing an individual approach to the collection and recording of information., Know how to experiment with ideas, techniques and materials., Understand the current market trends and preferences within design applications., Be able to recognise conventions., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Mosaic Methods

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Design a mosaic piece suitable for a given context
Transfer a design onto an appropriate surface
Cut and manipulate tesserae safely and accurately
Prepare a base with correct seal and support
Apply adhesives to lay tesserae effectively
Grout the final panel to a professional standard
Apply health and safety procedures in the studio

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Music for Performance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the part music can play in creating mood and atmosphere., Be able to demonstrate music making skills., Understand the use of rhythm and tempo., Be able to select music for use in performance.

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Music Improvisation and Performance Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the nature of improvisation., Be able to devise performance through the process of improvisation., Understand the functions of a given brief., Be able to contribute to a group devised performance., Understand the value of evaluation.

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Painting Methods - Mixed Media

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand mixed media methods., Understand how to use mixed-media materials, techniques and methods., Understand the value of supporting research and notation., Be able to produce work, which shows choice of form and content., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Painting Methods - Organising Images

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the nature of various systems for the organisation of pictorial images., Know how to employ working methods through composition in both experimental and finalised artwork, Understand the importance of supporting research and notation including sketchbooks., Know how to produce work, which shows choice of form and content., Understand Health and Safety issues and safe studio practice.

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Painting Methods - Painting the Human Figure

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the key concepts involved in the depiction and representation of the human figure., Be able to translate the results of observation of the human figure into painting., Understand the human figure in painting., Understand the value of supporting research and notation., Know how to produce work which shows choice of form and content., Understand Health and Safety issues.

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Painting Methods - Pictorial Language

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe the visual and technical elements of pictorial language in painting
Explain how sketchbook methodology supports the selection and collection of visual information
Apply sketchbook techniques to develop and refine ideas for painting
Justify choices of form and content in a painting
Demonstrate safe studio practice and adherence to health and safety procedures

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Painting Methods - Surface and Form

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand ways of inflecting the painted surface., Understand surface form and painted effects., Know the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Know how to produce finalised artwork, using visual information from a variety of sources., Understand colour mixing and colour theory for application., Understand Health and Safety issues and safe studio practice.

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Painting Methods - Using Pictorial Systems

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to use composition and two-dimensional space., Know how to use pictorial systems and the 2-dimensional organisation and depiction of actual and illusionary space., Understand the importance of supporting research and notation., Understand aspects of organising visual images, content and subject matter., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

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Painting Methods and Appropriation

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the historical contexts of painting., Know how to research and collect information for the ideas development., Be able to work practically with some of the formal means of two-dimensional image making within a pictorial framework., Know how to translate ideas and images to through pictorial juxtaposition., Understand the value of using a sketchbook for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

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Performing Physical Theatre

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about health and safety requirements for physical theatre., Be able to engage in physical theatre., Be able to use movements for physical theatre., Be able to choreograph simple physical performance sequences., Be able to review own performance.

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Photographic Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Research sources and techniques for a photographic project
Plan and execute a photographic project
Apply health and safety procedures in photographic practice
Evaluate own work to identify areas for development

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Photography - Using a Camera and Accessories

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a camera and relevant accessories to create images., Know how to frame the image., Be able to select and transfer images from camera for printing., Know about relevant Health and Safety issues and procedures.

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Photography – Using a Tripod

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Key Learning Objectives:

Prepare a tripod for use with a camera, including checking for stability and correct adjustment.
Mount a camera securely onto a tripod, ensuring it is balanced and locked in place.
Use a tripod to take a series of photographs, demonstrating correct technique for stability.
Identify potential health and safety hazards when using a tripod in a photography environment.
Apply health and safety procedures to prevent accidents and damage when using a tripod.
Evaluate the effectiveness of tripod use in achieving sharp, well-composed images.

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Photography: A Creative Approach to Picture Making

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to plan and respond to a photographic assignment., Know the value of research for selecting, collecting and using information to influence picture making., Know how to apply a negotiated approach to a picture making assignment., Know how to put together images., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Planning and Creating a Multimedia Website

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Key Learning Objectives:

1-Be able to compare functionality and user experience of websites 2-Be able to plan and design a website 3-Be able to create a website based on brief 4-Be able to use functioning hyperlinks and interactive elements 5-Be able to use functionality to capture user feedback 6-Be able to test website 7-Be able to evaluate website

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Printed Textiles

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to distinguish between different textile materials used in printed textile production. Be able to differentiate between different textile printing techniques. Be able to demonstrate skills in producing a printed textile design. Be able to analyse and evaluate own work. Be able to understand and follow health and safety rules.

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Printmaking - Experimental Methods in Relief Printing

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to make print using elements of found or textured material., Understand how to handle knives, gouges, and scissors., Understand how to use rollers and coloured inks in making a print., Understand how to use hand-burnishing to make proofs., Understand how to plan and carry through a print., Know the functions of paper in the relief printing process., Recognise the importance of supporting research., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

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Printmaking – Research Methods for Printmaking

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to use images to make prints., Know how to select, collect and use supporting research and notation to develop ideas and techniques., Know how to incorporate research and information to produce finalised artwork., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Printmaking Methods - Etching

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to generate monotypes for transfer to plate., Be able to lay a hard and a soft ground., Understand the pictorial problems of dealing with line and tone., Be able to use a range of techniques and processes., Understand the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand the importance of maintaining good standards of cleanliness in the Print Room., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Printmaking Methods - Relief Printing

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand techniques for relief printing., Understand how to use colour on Intaglio plates., Understand how to mix inks from pigment and copper plate oils., Understand how to handle a large roller and do roll ups., Know how to make a personal colour chart., Understand the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand the importance of maintaining good standards of cleanliness in the Print Room., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Printmaking Methods – Drypoint

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to make and print a dry-pointed plate., Understand the characteristics of metals and the equipment needed to mark them., Know how to make proofs on the different types of paper used in printmaking., Be able to follow instructions and procedures for marking and printing the plate., Understand the value of sketchbook methodology for selecting, collecting and using information., Understand the importance of maintaining good standards of cleanliness in the Print Room., Understand Health and Safety procedures and safe studio practice.

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Professional Development in the Performing Arts Industry

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about career and progression opportunities within the performing arts industry, Be able to design and monitor a professional development plan

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Research and Design Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse the influence of historical design styles on contemporary practice.
Explain how design methods are selected to meet a client project brief.
Apply a design methodology to a given project.
Organise research materials using systematic filing and storage methods.
Evaluate professional research and procurement skills in a creative context.
Identify health and safety requirements relevant to a creative workspace.

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Research Methods for Painting

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe methods for using observation and drawn, painted, and photographic images as sources for painting.
Explain the importance of supporting research and notation, including sketchbooks, in the development of paintings.
Apply visual information from a variety of sources to inform painting practice.
Identify health and safety issues relevant to studio practice and painting.
Demonstrate safe studio practice when handling materials and equipment.

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Sound and Music Production

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the basic nature of sound., Be able to use technical language relating to sound and acoustics.

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Sound and Music Production

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the nature of sound. Be able to use technical language relating to sound and acoustics.

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Surface Pattern Methods - Pattern Repeat

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to use research material., Understand the need for competent use of textile techniques and media., Be able to use pattern repeat in the production of textile designs., Understand the problems associated with pattern repeat., Know how to collect and record information., Understand Health and Safety issues and safe studio practice.

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Surface Pattern Methods - Production

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to source and utilise appropriate research material., Understand the need for competent use of textile techniques and media., Be able to produce textile designs in a range of pattern repeat structures., Understand the problems associated with pattern repeat., Be able to collect and record information using a personal sketchbook and technical notebook., Understand Health and Safety issues and safe studio practice.

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Technical Skills for Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the technical requirements of a performance., Be able to use technical skills in a performance arts context., Be able to employ technical skills in order to enhance creative performance.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Textile Design Skills Development - Production Realisation

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to execute a finished piece of textile design work using textile design applications., Know how to translate research and design development work through all the stages of production., Know how to combine personal creativity and technical competence in the production of work., Understand the need for time management and work to set deadlines., Understand Health and Safety issues and safe studio practice.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Textile Surface Pattern

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Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate the use of a range of textile techniques and media to create surface patterns.
Apply pattern repeat methods to produce a textile design.
Identify and resolve problems associated with pattern repeat.
Critique own textile work against given criteria.
Follow health and safety procedures and safe studio practice when working with textile materials and equipment.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Textile Workshop - Techniques and Processes

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe a range of textile techniques and their potential applications.
Explain the importance of documenting technical information and sourcing materials.
Apply problem-solving techniques to overcome challenges in textile design.
Evaluate the suitability of different textile processes for specific applications.
Demonstrate safe studio practice in accordance with health and safety regulations.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

The Camera: Film or Digital

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand contexts and approaches to photography., Identify and use the characteristics of camera systems., Be able to control a camera., Understand and employ photographic practice and health and safety procedures.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

The Influence of Art from the Early Tewntieth Century

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the influences of artists from the early twentieth century. Know about socio-cultural concerns affecting art movements in the early twentieth century. Be able to undertake research and develop ideas

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The Origins of Modern Art

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the development of the history of practice in the origins of Modern Art., Be able to research and develop ideas., Understand Health and Safety procedures.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

The Photographic Project

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand research for a photographic project., Be able to produce a photographic project., Understand photographic practice and health and safety procedures.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

The Theory of Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand simple and compound time signatures. Be able to use clefs. Know about keys. Be able to use and understand musical terms.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Tonal Drawing Methods

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Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate the use of various media for tonal drawing, including graphite, charcoal, and ink wash.
Apply tonal techniques such as hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, and blending to create gradations of tone.
Analyse how light and shade reveal the three-dimensional form of objects in tonal drawings.
Construct a three-dimensional illusion on a two-dimensional surface using tonal values.
Evaluate the effectiveness of composition, proportion, perspective, and measuring techniques in tonal drawings.
Apply health and safety procedures and safe studio practice when using tonal drawing materials.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Understanding and Applying Technical Theatre Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety measures relating to technical theatre.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2), Understand and practice a range of skills in stage management and organisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2), Develop a variety of skills and personal resources in response to a range of theatrical expectations.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2), Reflect on own work.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)

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Understanding and Directing a Musical or Theatrical Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know health and safety measures relating to directing performers., Be able to read performance material for the purposes of direction., Be able to plan for performance based on performance material., Be able to direct performance., Be able to use skills and personal resources in response to directing performance., Reflect on own work.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Understanding and Using Sequencing Technology in Composition

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand sequencing., Understand and demonstate use of MIDI., Understand and demonstrate the functions of a sequencer., Appreciate the process of using a sequencer., Understand and demonstrate how a sequencer can be used as a composition tool.

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Understanding and Using the Internet for Music Promotion

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Key Learning Objectives:

Recognise the importance of the internet for music distribution and promotion
Explain the relationship between music promotion and web design
Design a music-related website that effectively promotes an artist or band

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Understanding Contemporary Popular Music Styles

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the chronological development of major 20th century popular music styles.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3), Recognise the key features of each style.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3), Understand historical, social and cultural context of style.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)

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Understanding Musical Instruments and Their Sounds

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the functional design of musical instruments., Be able to demonstrate the principles of sound production., Understand the principles of sound modification., Be able to review own work.

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Understanding the Psychology of Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe the neurological pathways involved in sound perception.
Explain the ontological structures that underpin sound and music.
Analyse the physical properties of sound (frequency, amplitude, timbre) and their perceptual correlates.
Evaluate the role of Temporal Gestalt Perception in musical rhythm and melody.
Apply principles of Temporal Gestalt Perception to analyse a musical excerpt.

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Understanding the use of Digital Sampling Techniques for Composing and Producing Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the role of samplers in modern music production., Understand and demonstrate audition., Understand and demonstate digitally recording and editing loops., Understand and produce a musical composition using looks he/she has prepared and auditioned., Understand and demonstrate how to remix composition., Review the process and compositions.

100

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Understanding the Use of Music for Commerce

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how music is used in commerce., Understand the demands of composition for a designated brief., Be able to compose for advertising., Be able to compose for television.

101

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Use Materials and Resources to Develop Ceramics Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Use materials and resources to develop ceramics techniques.

102

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Use Materials and Resources to Develop Floral Crafts Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Use materials and resources to develop floral crafts techniques.

103

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Use Materials and Resources to Develop Photography Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Use materials and resources to develop photography techniques.

104

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Using a Camera and Accessories

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use a camera and relevant accessories to create images. Know how to frame the image. Be able to select and transfer images from camera for printing. Be able to understand and follow relevant health and safety issues and procedures.

105

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Using Acoustic Recording Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan a recording for a small ensemble., Understand microphone techniques., Know about acoustic recording., Be able to record the ensemble., Be able to review the recording.

106

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Using Aural Skills in Music

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about time signatures., Know rhythmic terminology, notations and patterns., Be able to reproduce melodies., Know how to sing and harmonise during rehearsals and performances., Be able to recognise cadences and harmonic perception., Know about changes of dynamic, articulation, tempo and tonality.

107

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Video Special Effects

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Key Learning Objectives:

Investigate a range of uses and features of visual special effects technologies
Plan a composite video sequence with special effects
Create, test and export a composite video sequence with special effects
Evaluate own work and identify further skill development

108

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Working in the Performing Arts Industry

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know different types of organisations in the performing arts industry, Know job roles in the performing arts industry

109

Open Awards Level 2 Award in Employment Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (RQF)

Working with Ceramics

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the ceramic design process
Be able to use model and mould making techniques for ceramics
Be able to use a mould to produce a slip cast ceramic object
Be able to glaze a ceramic object
Be able to decorate a ceramic object
Be able to follow health and safety procedures

110

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Working with Digital Animations

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Key Learning Objectives:

Distinguish between different types of digital animation techniques
Plan a digital animation to a specific brief
Prepare assets and resources for a digital animation
Create a digital animation using appropriate software
Save the digital animation in appropriate file formats
Test the digital animation for functionality and quality
Evaluate the digital animation against the brief
Identify further training needs for skill development

Regulatory & Verification Details

Qualification Number (QN): 600/4974/1
Regulated Status: Available to learners
Awarding Body: Open Awards
Qualification Type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
Operational Start: Apr 2012