Course Title: Establish and manage production requirements and resources
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: BUSM6224C
Course Title: Establish and manage production requirements and resources
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4276 - Certificate IV in Sound Production
Course Contact : Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Anthony Norris<o:p></o:p>
Phone: (03) 9925 4268<o:p></o:p>
Email: tok.norris@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 45
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
In this course you will learn specific skills and requirements to successfully manage studio-based productions. Focal points are both recording & mixing.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUETEM03C Establish and manage production requirements and resources |
Element: |
1 Establish Production Requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate initial production concepts and technical requirements in relation to feasibility, safety and any environmental impact. |
Element: |
2 Complete Plans for Realisation of Production |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify and agree on options for realisation and execution in consultation with the appropriate personnel. (the Artist) |
Element: |
3 Source & Cost Resources |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Source and cost resource requirements as required in accordance with organisation policy and procedures. |
Element: |
4 Manage Construction or Installation |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Organise and oversee work to ensure that construction or installation is completed within constraints of timeframes, budget and available technology. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will have achieved the skills and knowledge required to establish and manage resources and other requirements for a particular production.
Details of Learning Activities
In class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
• lectures
• group discussion
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• work shopping of students’ own projects
Out of class activities include, but are not limited to:
• online research
• independent project based work
• studio-based practical exercises & projects
Teaching Schedule
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Class 1<o:p></o:p> |
Subject Overview, Summary of Learning Outcomes & Assessments.<o:p></o:p> Opening Lecture by Teacher.<o:p></o:p> |
<o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Introduction<o:p></o:p> |
Practical Ex. 1 commences Semester 1, week 4: TOFT<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 4<o:p></o:p> |
Class 2<o:p></o:p> |
Allocation to Studio Work Groups.<o:p></o:p> Prepare for Studio Prac’s –Talent liaison for Prac exercises 3, 4 & Major Project (Semester 2).<o:p></o:p> |
Work Groups<o:p></o:p> Artist Liaison<o:p></o:p> |
Practical Ex. 2 commences Semester 1, week 8: NEVE<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 4<o:p></o:p> |
Class 3<o:p></o:p> |
Summary of Pre-Production Report requirements: Pre-Production Overview. EG’s. Commence Classwork constructing this presentation.<o:p></o:p> |
Production Report Presentation Overview<o:p></o:p> <o:p><font face="Times New Roman"> </font></o:p> |
Practical Ex. 3 commences Semester 1, week 12: NEVE<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 4<o:p></o:p> |
Classwork constructing Pre-Production Report presentation.<o:p></o:p> |
Production Report Presentation Classwork<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 5<o:p></o:p> |
Commence Planning Major Project: Talent Sourcing & Liaison.<o:p></o:p> Prepare for Class 5: Valves Vs Transistors (ON-LINE CONTENT)<o:p></o:p> |
Major Project.<o:p></o:p> Production Report Presentation Classwork<o:p></o:p> |
Practical Ex. 4 commences Semester 1, week 13: NEVE<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 3<o:p></o:p> |
Class 6<o:p></o:p> |
Reviews of Russell O’Hamm paper from AES Journal: Production Team presentations.<o:p></o:p> |
Investigate AES Journal: O’Hamm<o:p></o:p> |
All group members required<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 3<o:p></o:p> |
Class 7<o:p></o:p> |
Sourcing & Liaison with Artist for Major Project: Issues regarding the organisation of recording artists and the ongoing liaison required.<o:p></o:p> Click Tracks & Metronomes: Prep of Time Keepers for Drummers<o:p></o:p> |
Artist Liaison & Initial Recording session Prep<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 8<o:p></o:p> |
Tracking Session Overview & Prep.<o:p></o:p> Major Project Session 1 Preparation & Checklist.<o:p></o:p> Reference Audio Selection.<o:p></o:p> |
Major Project readiness<o:p></o:p> |
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Semester 2<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 9<o:p></o:p> |
Check Organisation for Major Recordings.<o:p></o:p> Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports DUE.<o:p></o:p> On Track Check<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 4<o:p></o:p> |
Class 10<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 11<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 12<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 13<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
1 - 4<o:p></o:p> |
Class 14<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 15<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Class 16<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans<o:p></o:p> |
Reports<o:p></o:p> & Techniques Discussions<o:p></o:p> |
Presentation of Reports.<o:p></o:p> |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
•Recommended texts listed during orientation, all of which are housed in RMIT the libraries of the city campus. |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information. |
Other Resources
You will provide:
• Your own Studio quality Headphones & External Storage device (recommend FW800, Thunderbolt, USB or eSATA).
• Artists for all studio recordings incl. prac’ ex. 3 solo or duo & ex. 4 Drummer.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment tasks include various practical exercises in groups on signal flow, analogue recording, record and mixing, drum kit recording, a class presentation on valves and transistors, a pre-production essay and a major recording essay.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment and where indicated, you will receive a grade. Graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.
Ungraded Assessment
1. Practical exercise Pt. 1: Signal flow stage 1 (WK-GRP)
Supervised competency on studio signal flow. TOFT Studio (WK-GRP)
2. Practical exercise Pt. 2: Signal flow stage 2 (WK-GRP)
Supervised competency on studio signal flow. NEVE Studio (WK-GRP)
3. Practical exercise Pt. 3: 4 hour record & mix. NEVE Studio (WK-GRP)
Supervised record & mix of artist – supplied by work group.
4. Practical exercise Pt. 4: Drum kit recording. NEVE Studio (WK-GRP)
Supervised Recording of drum kit – Drummer supplied by work group. DATA to be archived for ASE playlist editing (SEM 2)
5. Class summary on valves Vs. transistors (WK-GRP)
Group presentation on findings from AES Journal by R. O’Hamm
6. Submission of pre-production plan report - 1500 words (INDIVID)
Individual student pre-production plan outlining major project
Criteria provided mid-Semester 1, due week 1 Semester 2.
Graded Assessment
Completion of major recording project (WK-GRP)
(SEMESTER 2)
• 40 hours of studio 1 sessions to record & mix 3 songs
• Must include vocals & drums
Submission of Show-reel CD-R (INDIVID):
• Stereo Mix of 1 outstanding song from 3 recorded by WK-GRP: Minimum -3dB FS Headroom, NON-Mastered 16bit @ 44.1kHz WAV or AIF audio source.
• ASE Major Project – Stereo Bounce
• MIDI Project Stereo Bounce, OPAE Radio Ad
• External projects completed during study
• Presentation of CD-R is assessed on: Track Info, Artist Info, Work-Group members, Clearly Printed Labelling on RMIT label template in Jewel Case.
• Due Week 16 of Semester 2
Grading criteria for this assessment can be found on the course blackboard site.
NOTE - Assessment of this unit is integrated with the following units:
* Record Sound - VART 6073c
* Mix Recorded Music - VART 6075c
* Operate Professional Audio Equipment - VART 6071c
* Effective Workplace Relationships - EMPL 5641c
Grades used in this unit are as follows:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CA Competent Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrated alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are
available through the course contact in Program administration
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: rmit.edu.au/students
Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency. Non-attendance may seriously jeopardise the chances of success in a course. Clearly, non-attendance at an assessment will result in failure of that assessment. Where visa conditions apply, attendance is compulsory.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (web link)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process through which people can gain entry to, or credit in, recognised courses based on competencies gained. The competencies may have been gained through experience in the workplace, in voluntary work, in social or domestic activities or through informal or formal training or other life experiences. Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) applies if a student has previously successfully completed the requirements of a unit of competency or module and is now required to be reassessed to ensure that the competency has been maintained.
Assessment and Feedback (web link)
You will receive verbal feedback during scheduled class times, and written feedback from teachers on your work . Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student Progress (web link)
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Special consideration for Late Submission (web link)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. You can apply in writing for up to a week’s extension from your course teacher. If you need a longer extension, you wil need to apply for special consideration.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism (web link)
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity
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