Course Title: Mix live audio

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C4371 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services

Course Title: Mix live audio

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 140

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Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities. 

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Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

VART6343C

City Campus

TAFE

345T Media and Communication

Face-to-Face

 Term1 2017,
Term1 2018,
Term1 2019

VART6343C

City Campus

TAFE

375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Face-to-Face or Internet

 Term2 2020,
Term2 2021

Course Contact: Rebekha Naim

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4849

Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

The ability to mix audio for live performances is a crucial skill which is highly valued by employers in the live production, events and audiovisual industries.

With a focus on the basic practical approaches required to work in today’s entry level live sound environment, you will be exposed to a range of preparatory process, audio hardware and interconnectivity standards.

The course defines a minimum standard for the mixing of live audio and it will set-up essential approaches to you to develop your own own skills.

In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to mix audio for live performances including conferences, seminars, presentations and music.

Skills in mixing audio are developed through practice and you will learn to work autonomously in a team environment as you take responsibility for creating quality sound for audiences.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

CUASOU401 Mix live audio

Elements:

1. Prepare for live audio mixing

2. Undertake pre-show operations

3. Mix audio sources for live shows

4. Complete post-show operations

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. You will be able to create quality sound through:

  • Identifying the various components of a concert sound system
  • Using the advanced features of dynamics, EQ and system management
  • Applying your knowledge of technical requirements of a sound system relating to amplifiers, speakers, power and impedance.
  • Using digital signal processing (DSP) systems
  • Using digital mixing consoles
  • Using cross-overs and filters in multi band speaker systems


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of your knowledge.