Units
Music and Sound Production 2
Unit code: KMB129
Contact hours: 3 per week
Credit points: 12
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This unit builds on Music and Sound Production 1. It introduces students to sound synthesis and signal processing and extends the students understanding of the approaches and aesthetics underpinning creative music and sound production. Students will further develop practical skills in music and sound composition and deepen their knowledge of the hardware and software commonly used in creative production.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 2 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 2 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
Contemporary music and sound practitioners need foundation skills in music and sound production to operate effectively in professional environments. This unit builds on the skills developed in Music and Sound Production 1 and extends students' understanding of commonly used software tools for music and sound production.
Aims
This unit continues to develop the set of production skills acquired in Music and Sound Production 1. It aims to build your understanding of the approaches and aesthetics underpinning creative music and sound production. You will extend your practical skills in music and sound composition and deepen your knowledge of the hardware and software used in creative production.
Objectives
On completion of this unit you should be able to:
1. Understand the fundamentals of basic sound synthesis and signal processing
2. Be familiar with and create music and sound works with widely used software and hardware tools
3. Create music and sound works that combine acoustic and electronic resources
4. Demonstrate simple multi-tracking and mixing
5. Show a critical awareness of musical repertoire, styles and modes of production and presentation and use this to evaluate and critique musical works
6. Accurately document and effectively communicate details of the production process.
Content
Skills for the creation, interpretation and presentation of music using digital media, digital abstraction of the musical process, digital signal processing, sequencing and synthesis skills, music critiquing and analysis skills, group performance and musical communication skills, self-reflective learning skills.
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
Teaching and learning in this unit will be through weekly lectures and tutorials, small group practical sessions, critical listening sessions and self-directed learning activities.
Assessment
LATE ASSIGNMENTS
An assignment submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked. If you are unable to complete your assignment on time, you should submit on time whatever work you have done.
Faculty Assessment Information
To access complete Creative Industries Faculty Assessment Information please refer to the Blackboard site for this unit.FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Description: You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit during tutorials and discussions throughout the semester. Weight: 0%
Assessment name:
Digital audio workstation 1
Description:
Composition incorporating digital synthesis techniques.
Relates to objectives:
1 to 6
Weight:
35%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Early/Mid Semester
Assessment name:
Listening and Analysis Assign
Description:
Analysis of production approaches in music and sound works.
Relates to objectives:
5
Weight:
25%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Mid Semester
Assessment name:
Digital audio workstation 2
Description:
Composition using performable software.
Relates to objectives:
2 to 6
Weight:
40%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
End of Semester
Academic Honesty
QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.
A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.
Resource materials
Required Text
There is no set text for this unit.
Required Resources
Blank media (recordable CDs, DVDs, USB, and/or Firewire portable hard disck drive).
Pair of enclosed headphones with appropriate 6.5 and 3.5 mm adaptor.
Recommended References
A list of recommended readings will be provided to students via Blackboard.
Risk assessment statement
- Excessive noise in confined spaces can damage hearing. Exposure to such noise should be brief and controlled.
- Personal injury is possible from incorrectly lifting heavy electronic or acoustic instruments or equipment.
- The physical demands of playing instruments may cause injuries such as repetitive strain injury. If in doubt consult a physician.
- The use of electronic instruments and equipment may cause electrocution if handled incorrectly or an electrical fault occurs. Always ensure your equipment has been regularly tested by a qualified electrician.
- Musical, electrical and computer equipment is prone to failure. Any loss of time for such failures should be accounted for in your planning.
- Safety of data storage can never be fully guaranteed. You are required to take all steps necessary to ensure continuity of your data.
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
Last modified: 03-Apr-2013
