Course Title: Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: PERF5085C
Course Title: Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6150 - Advanced Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production)
Course Contact: Rebekha Naim
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4849
Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher;
Tok Norris
tok.norris@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to analyse and apply concepts about the social significance of music to one’s own professional practice.
It applies to individuals who require in-depth understanding of the function of music in society, particularly in relation to the cultural and commercial value of music.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAMLT502 Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice |
Element: |
1. Investigate the history of music |
Performance Criteria: |
Multimedia presentation on a Genre or Style of music, with focus upon History and Development, Social Context, Instrument Roles and the Production Techniques required to create this style |
Element: |
2. Assess the social and economic significance of music |
Performance Criteria: |
Multimedia presentation on the Production Techniques particular to a specific Producer|Engineer of your choice. Must be a released artist with significant industry credentials. |
Element: |
3. Apply historical and sociological knowledge of music to own professional practice |
Performance Criteria: |
Commercial Value of Music in a contemporary context is an assessable element in your presentation. How is your chosen Music Style/Genre valued in a commercial sense? Are there values other than purely monetary evident in this music? |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to analyse and apply concepts about the social significance of music to one’s own professional practice.
It applies to individuals who require in-depth understanding of the function of music in society, particularly in relation to the cultural and commercial value of music.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Class content |
Activity |
Week 1 |
Course Overview. Summary of Assessments. Research Examples: 1. Music Style 2. Engineer/Producer |
Introduction
|
Week 2 |
Presentation Examples: Music Style, Engineer/Producer |
Presentation Overview |
Week 3 |
Opportunity for students to prepare presentations with assistance and advice from Teacher. |
PRESENTATION PREP
|
Week 4 |
Opportunity for students to prepare presentations with assistance and advice from Teacher. |
PRESENTATION PREP
|
Week 5 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 6 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 7 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 8 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 9 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 10 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 11 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 12 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 13 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 14 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 15 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Week 16 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will be made through the following:
- Practical studio based music / sound production project
- Production research & presentation
Assessment Tasks
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Task Information
| Number of assessment task: Name of assessment task: National unit(s) code: National unit(s) title: National qualification code: National qualification title: RMIT program code: RMIT course code: |
1 of 2 |
Assessment Summary:
Multimedia presentation on a Genre or Style of music, with focus upon History and Development, Social Context, Instrument Roles and the Production Techniques required to create this style. Criteria as per Rubric contained herein.
Presentations will be held in class and delivered to the student cohort. Duration for each Part is approx' 10 minutes (20 minutes including Part A and Part B)
COVID Conditions:
Presentations must be uploaded to Canvas in the format of either Microsoft Powerpoint (pptx) or Apple Keynote (key)
Due Date:
Presentations commence in week 4 of class delivery - see Teaching Schedule. Students must all be ready by this time as allocation will be randomised in the interest of equity. To be completed by Friday 6th November 2020.
Assessment Task Information
| Number of assessment task: Name of assessment task: National unit(s) code: National unit(s) title: National qualification code: National qualification title: RMIT program code: RMIT course code: |
1 of 2 |
Assessment Summary:
Multimedia presentation on the Production Techniques particular to a specific Producer|Engineer of your choice. Must be a released artist with significant industry credentials. Criteria as per Rubric contained herein.
Presentations will be held in class and delivered to the student cohort. Duration is approx' 20 minutes including parts A, B & C
COVID Conditions:
Presentations must be uploaded to Canvas in the format of either Microsoft Powerpoint (pptx) or Apple Keynote (key)
Due Date:
Presentations commence in week 4 of class delivery - see Teaching Schedule. Students must all be ready by this time as allocation will be randomised in the interest of equity. To be completed by Friday 6th November 2020.
Assessment Task Information
| Number of assessment task: Name of assessment task: National unit(s) code: National unit(s) title: National qualification code: National qualification title: RMIT program code: RMIT course code: |
2 of 2 |
Assessment Summary:
Commercial Value of Music in a contemporary context is an assessable element in your presentation.
Reflect and expand upon this element relevant to your previous research.
How is your chosen Music Style/Genre valued in a commercial sense?
Are there values other than purely monetary evident in this music?
COVID Conditions:
Presentations must be uploaded to Canvas in the format of either Microsoft Powerpoint (pptx) or Apple Keynote (key)
Due Date:
Friday 6th November 2020
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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