Course Title: Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2013
Course Code: VART6076C
Course Title: Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4276 - Certificate IV in Sound Production
Course Contact : program Administration
Course Contact Phone: 03 9925 4815
Course Contact Email:mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Tim Johnston / Paul Thomas
Phone: 03 9925 4325
Email: timothy.johnston@rmit.edu.au
Email paul.thomas@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 35
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
none
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use electronic media to develop simple musical pieces.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUSMCP303A Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media |
Element: |
1Prepare to develop music using electronic media |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Discuss with appropriate personnel the ways in which digital equipment can be used to develop music 1.2 Use practice sessions to explore the features of software applications and computer-based technology used to develop music 1.3 Confirm purpose of musical pieces to be developed with appropriate personnel 1.4 Identify appropriate musical styles, elements and forms/structures to suit the purpose of the musical pieces 1.5 Identify the range of instruments and playing techniques to suit the style/mood of the musical pieces 1.6 Identify standard melody conventions to be used in the musical pieces |
Element: |
2Develop simple musical pieces |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Use electronic media to organise musical elements into working versions of musical pieces 2.2 Ensure that musical input maintains style of music being created 2.3 Listen to work in progress with appropriate personnel and seek feedback on how well the musical pieces meet creative and technical requirements 2.4 Incorporate ideas and suggestions into final pieces 2.5 Use notation features of software to set down musical pieces as required 2.6 Apply copyright notice to the song/musical piece with the name of the songwriter and year of first publication 2.7 Present all musical pieces in required file format by agreed deadline |
Element: |
3Evaluate own musical works |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Compare work against previous musical pieces to assess development of techniques and ideas 3.2 Discuss strengths and weaknesses of musical works with appropriate personnel and identify strategies for improving own skills in developing music using electronic media3.6 Specify user interfaces of web environments |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will have skills and knowledge required to use electronic media to develop simple musical pieces.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities may include:
• lectures
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• online research
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
Out of class activities may include:
• online research
• independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Class | Class Content | Elements |
1 | Macintosh Protocols | 1.1-1.6 |
2 | Introduction to ProTools | 1.1-1.6 |
3 | Practical exercise ProTools | 1.1-1.6 |
4 | Practical test ProTools | 1.1-1.6 |
5 | Introduction to Logic | 1.1-1.6 |
6 | Practical exercise Logic | 1.1-1.6 |
7 | Practical test Logic | 1.1-1.6 |
8 | Macintosh Protocols test | 1.1-1.2 |
9 |
Course overview Introduction to MIDI & MIDI protocol. Discussion of Student set-ups Overview of installed applications – Logic, Pro Tools, Reason Practical - Logic |
1.1-1.6 2.1-2.7 |
10 |
Practical demonstration – Roland D70,Akai sampler, USB keyboard MIDI: the language Practical - Logic |
1.1 - 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 |
11 |
MIDI: the language Structure - binary, decimal, hexadecimal Reading and writing MIDI commands Practical - Logic |
1.1-1.6 2.1 - 2.7 |
12 |
MIDI: the language MIDI controllers & triggering devices Channel messages, System messages Practical Assessment - Logic |
1.1 - 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 3.1 - 3.2 |
13 |
THEORY TEST Composition Assignment Practical - ProTools |
1.1 - 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 |
14 |
Composition Assignment Practical - ProTools |
1.1 - 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 |
15 |
Composition Assignment Practical - ProTools |
1.1- 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 |
16 |
Composition Assignment Practical Assessment - ProTools |
1.1 - 1.6 2.1 - 2.7 3.1 - 3.2 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
resources and prescribed texts |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information. Students are expected to make full use of the Library facilities. |
Other Resources
External firewire/USB hard drive
1 pair of high quality headphones
(with 3.5mm to 6.5mm adapter)
Overview of Assessment
Course assessment tasks will include class based practical exercises and project work undertaken in the computer lab for submission.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment tasks in this course are either formative or summative.
Formative tasks provide the basis for ongoing feedback and can be considered an essential building blocks for the more substantial summative assessment tasks. Summative assessment tasks in this unit are graded.
For further information on the assessments and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.
To demonstrate competency in this course, you will need to complete each one of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.
Formative Assessment:
1. Practical test Pro Tools – Complete assigned software tasks - Class 4
2. Practical test Logic – Complete assigned software tasks - Class 7
3. Practical test Macintosh - Complete assigned software tasks - Class 8
4. Midi theory test – Written test on theory aspects of Midi – Class 13
Summative Assessment:
5. Practical Assessment - Logic – Compose a short composition using Logic Pro 9. Due: Class 12
6. Practical Assessment - ProTools – Compose a short composition using ProTools 10. Due: Class 16
For further information on the grading system and criteria used, please refer to the course blackboard site.
Grades used in this unit are as follows:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved-Graded
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
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.
Cover Sheet for Submissions
All students must complete a submission cover sheet for each piece of submitted work.
Plagiarism - RMIT has a strict policy on plagiarism. For more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity
Copyright
All students have access to the myRMIT copyright shell. The myRMIT copyright shell contains information on copyright, plus also examples on how to use copyright works as part of your projects and assignments.
Special consideration Policy (Late Submission)
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. Please refer to the following URL for extensions and special consideration:
www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration/online
Student Progress Committee
This committee promotes the early identification of students who are not achieving acceptable academic performance. The committee provides identified students with assistance and seeks to ensure such students are aware of the range of support services available to them at the University. Student Progress Committee (SPC)
Student Feedback
Students are offered opportunities to provide feedback through a variety of mechanisms including online surveys conducted at the end of each course or semester, student complaints and Student Staff Consultative Committees
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