Central Johannesburg College Sound Engineering
The Sound Engineering program at Central Johannesburg College, offered through the Popular Music Department, is designed for aspiring musicians, sound engineers, producers, and DJs. This program has a history of producing talented musicians, some of whom have become well-known figures in the South African music industry.
Key Features of the Sound Engineering Program:
Specialization Areas:
- Music Performance: For instrument players, singers, DJs, and music composers.
- Studio Work: For sound engineers, producers, arrangers, and DJs.
Location:
- The course is offered at the Highveld Campus-Crown Mines Site.
Personality Traits:
- Ideal students should be hardworking, creative, and have a passion for music.
Career Opportunities:
- Graduates can pursue careers as professional recording or performing artists, freelance musicians, producers, songwriters/composers, sound engineers, DJs, or music entrepreneurs running businesses like record labels or artist-management companies.
Admission Requirements:
- NQF Level 4: NQF Level 3 or Grade 12
- Intro to N4: Grade 12
- N4: Grade 12 with a Musical Background
- N5: Completion of N4
- N6: Completion of N5
Duration:
- NQF Level: 1 Year
- N4 – N6: Each level lasts 6 months
Curriculum for Music Performance:
- Aural and Ensemble
- Improvisation
- Music Business
- Practical Instrument
Curriculum for Studio Work:
- Music Business
- Electronic Music and Keyboard Techniques
- Arranging and Production
- Sound Engineering
Studio Work and National Diploma:
- After completing the course and 18 months of experiential training in the music industry, students can apply for the National Diploma in Popular Music.
Assessment:
- The NQF Programme includes formative (continuous assessments) and summative (final examinations) assessments.
- Studio work N6 external exams are conducted in June and December.
Selection Process:
Applicants undergo a screening process, including a short audition, to ensure the selection of suitable candidates for the music programs.
This program is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about pursuing a career in the music industry, offering both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The combination of hands-on training and academic rigor makes it a comprehensive program for aspiring music professionals.
