Module overview
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Work independently and demonstrate critical self-awareness
- Use computing and IT resources as relevant to the domain
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Assess the quality of a recording and identify potential issues.
- Select appropriate tools to control specific audio features.
- Identify and utilise connections between technical parameters and audio outcomes.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Recording and sound equipment, processes and techniques
- Fundamentals of music and sound mixing in the Digital Audio Workstation
- Basic MIDI and audio editing techniques
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Use a range of techniques to capture music/sound using software
- Deploy a range of editing techniques to manipulate music and sound on computer
- Produce an appropriate mix of musical material combining a number of sources.
Syllabus
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Type | Hours |
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Practical classes and workshops | 12 |
Lecture | 12 |
Independent ÃÛÌÒTV | 126 |
Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Moylan, William. The art of recording: understanding and crafting the mix..
Rumsey, Francis & McCormick, Tim. Sound and recording : an introduction.
Andrea Pejrolo. Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production.. Focal Press.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
Initial practical assignment focussing on recording and editing sound. Final practical assignment developing processing and mixing skills.Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Group Assignment | 35% |
Digital project | 35% |
Digital project | 30% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Coursework | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Assessment tasks | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External