Course Title: Mix recorded music

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2015

Course Code: VART6075C

Course Title: Mix recorded music

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

Teachers: Tim Johnston, Anthony Norris, Michael Pollard, Paul Thomas, Simon Moro
Phone: (03) 9925 4815
Email: john.phillips@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 50

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 course is delivered in conjunction with VART 6073C Record Sound.

This unit will focus on supervised recording studio use and tuition, completing the final mix of material recorded in the “Record Sound” unit. Students will cover the practice of final sound mixdown in a professional studio environment.
 

Please note: this course guide is relevant only to Sound Group 1E


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUSSOU405A Mix recorded music

Element:

Element 1 Prepare for music mix

Performance Criteria:

1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel , clarify mixing requirements with reference to documentation from recording sessions

1.2  Analyse production requirements to determine quantity, nature and style of effects and processes.

1.3  Allocate sufficient time to complete the mix and line up facilities and equipment accordingly

1.4  Anticipate problems that may arise during the mixing process and plan accordingly

Element:

Element 2 Mix music elements

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Ensure that headphones and studio monitors are set at appropriate levels

2.2 Use a variety of techniques to balance instruments and vocals

2.3 Use effects to enhance and give depth to the music mix

2.4 Apply knowledge of music genre mix styles to enhance the sound of the mix

2.5 Take account of client’s tastes and preferences with regard to how the mix should sound

2.6 Clean up each track in the mix to remove unwanted sound

2.7 Seek feedback on work in progress from relevant personnel and incorporate modifications
 

Element:

Element 3 Finalise mixing operations

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Deliver final mix in the required format for mastering

3.2 Complete documentation relating to final mix ensuring

3.3 Deliver final mix in the required format for mastering adequate information is provided for mastering and other relevant personnel

3.4 Ensure that facilities and equipment are left clean and tidy

3.5 Evaluate own performance against technical and creative criteria and note areas for improvement
 

Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to complete a multi channel music mixdown, utilising large format consoles, hardware & software processors through a variety of monitors.


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will include participation in a series of recording studio sessions which combine practical application with supervision and tuition from the program staff.
Each studio session will be a total of 4 hours in duration.
Extra editing time will be available using audio edit suites, which are avaliable by request.


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
Class 1 Recording in recording studio Element 1
1.1, 1.2, 1.3

Element 2
2.1
Class 2 Recording in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6
Class 3 Recording in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
Class 4 Recording in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 5 Recording in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 6 Mixdown in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

 

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 7 Mixdown in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

 

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 8 Mixdown in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

 

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 9 Mixdown in recording studio Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

 

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
Class 10

Mixdown / final master in recording studio

 Element 2
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

 

Element 3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4. 3.5
 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information


Other Resources

You will need to bring to class materials for note taking (paper, pen, laptop). You will also require an external drive to save and back-up all of your work.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment tasks in the course include, class participation, group and individual edit projects


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.

Major Recording Project:
Complete major recording project with work group. The work group will record, mix and complete a music studio recording utilising recording studio.
Assessment is holistically integrated with Record Sound VART6073C, Manage Production Requirements BUSM6224C and Operate Professional Audio Equipment VART6071C.
Graded Assessment
Due week: 16 (For groups A,B,C and D)
Due week: 20 (For group E)

For further information on the assessments and grading criteria, please refer to the course Blackboard site.

Grades used in this unit are as follows:
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment:
CHD  Competent with High Distinction
CD     Competent with Distinction
CC     Competent with Credit
CAG  Competent Graded
NYC  Not Yet Competent
DNS   Did Not Submit for Assessment
 


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates 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

Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications

Attendance:
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.

Feedback:
You will receive verbal and written feedback on your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Student feedback at RMIT

Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.
Student progress policy

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.
Special consideration appeals and discipline:

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.
 

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