Course Title: Create a final sound balance

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2019

Course Code: VART6382C

Course Title: Create a final sound balance

School: 345T Media and Communication

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5349 - Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services

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: Loki Lockwood

Email: loki.lockwood@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 85

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

The ability to effectively operate sound equipment is crucial to working in the live production industries.

In this course you will have the opportunity to learn about more complex audio signal flow and processing systems to achieve greater sound control and creativity. In the course you will work collaboratively with other students and an industry professional to create a final sound balance for a range of recorded and live (or simulated) productions. 


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUASOU506 Create a final sound balance

Element:

1. Assess sound sources for simultaneous balance

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Assess compatibility of sound sources against requirements in production documentation

1.2 Discuss with relevant people creative options for achieving simultaneous balance

1.3 Propose options for meeting production requirements to relevant people

Element:

2. Identify creative and artistic possibilities

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Explore the creative possibilities of sound sources, and agree on best options with relevant people

2.2 Consider requirements in production documentation when developing creative options

2.3 Confirm with relevant people that the position and blend of sound sources meet production requirements

Element:

3. Create final sound balance

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Confirm that level of the composite signal is within technical limits and required dynamic range

3.2 Confirm transitions between sound sources meet production requirements

3.3 Adapt and adjust sound balance to meet production requirements

3.4 Confirm sound balance and sound characteristics meet production requirements

3.5 Identify and rectify problems with minimum disruption to production

3.6 Work collaboratively and constructively with relevant people to ensure final sound balance meets requirements

3.7 Listen critically to final sound balance to confirm sound quality meets requirements

3.8 Clean and restore work environment to pre-use condition

Element:

4. Evaluate final sound balance

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Evaluate process of creating final sound balance in consultation with relevant people

4.2 Evaluate own role, and note areas for improvement

4.3 Provide feedback to team members on their performance as required

4.4 Document evaluation outcomes according to organisational procedures

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.\

Through the application of these skills and this knowledge, you will:

  • gain a historical view of recording
  • apply sound to vision
  • assess sound sources for simultaneous balance
  • identify creative and artistic possibilities
  • synchronise sound sources
  • post produce sound
  • create final sound balance for various mediums
  • evaluate the final sound balance


Details of Learning Activities

This course is called Create a Sound Mix and is clustered with the unit LAW5744C Identify and Interpret Compliance Requirements.

The following course for LPTS is extremely intensive and it is encouraged that all students attend weekly. The bulk of the unit will hopefully give you an understanding of the importance of being self-motivated, an essential prerequisite for survival in the Live Production Industry. There will be multiple areas where students can work on the diverse projects that are required for final assessment. Please be prepared for this unit by having a notebook available at all times as there are many new concepts that you will be introduced too. Not only will the student be exposed to audio production via new mediums but also it is hoped that they will achieve a far broader understanding of the processes of audio that can be applied to using sound in the field of live production. Students will also be required to supply USB sticks for working with throughout the semester.


Teaching Schedule

Class

Schedule of Planned activities and assessment (Subject to change)

 

Semester 2 (NB This course is called Create a Sound Mix and is clustered with the unit 'LAW5744C Identify and Interpret Compliance Requirements')

Week 1.

 

Course overview and introduction

·       Revision of Semester One Stage Monitor Systems

·       Discussion of assessments

·       Legals’ – Access to and working with supplied media.

·       Introduction to Compliance.

·       PoPE site analysis.

·       What is a DAW? A brief introduction.

·       Reaper introduction.

·       Resources we’re using and locations.

·       Arranging Working Groups

·       Drum Prac demonstration.

 

Week 2

 

Producing a radio ad / Sound FX using Reaper + Compliance

Week 3

 

Producing a radio ad / Sound FX using Reaper + Compliance

Week 4

 

Introduction to the Digico SD11   + Compliance

 

Week 5

 

Introduction to the Digico SD11 + Compliance

 

Week 6

 

Introduction to ProTools

Week 7

 

Introduction to ProTools

Week 8

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Week 9

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Week 10

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Group Assessment #1 for Create a final sound balance (part #1 and #2) Due 5pm.

 

Week 11

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Final Compliance PoPE Unit Due. 5pm

Week 12

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Week 13

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Week 14

 

Self Motivated Prac Sessions overseen by teacher

Week 15

 

Final Individual Assessments for Create a final sound balance Due.

Week 16

 

Marking.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/information-for/students-at-partners-outside-australia/getting-started/myrmit-student-portal

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms

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.

Assessment Feedback:

You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the 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.

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.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.


Overview of Assessment

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


Assessment Tasks

Please note that this unit is a clustered unit, taught and assessed alongside 'BSBCOM501 Identify and Interpret Compliance Requirements LAW5744C'

Assessments for both units, 'Create a Sound Mix' classes';

Create a Final Mix Balance Assessment 1, due September 2019

Compliance Assessment, due September 2019

Create a Final Mix Balance Assessment 1, due October 2019


Assessment Matrix

Please see the details of the Assessment Matrix in Program Administration.

Other Information

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in

Performance Evidence;

Evidence of the ability to:

  • create final sound balances that meet creative, artistic and production requirements
  • make adjustments so that sound balance and characteristics are within technical limits
  • work creatively and collaboratively with others on the creation of sound balances
  • use a range of industry current sound recording, production and playback equipment in line with production requirements and safety standards.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence;

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

  • describe the production requirements that may impact ideas and decisions about options for creating sound balance
  • describe the principles and techniques used to achieve a simultaneous balance
  • explain the operational principles for available sound recording, production and playback equipment
  • describe the main techniques for evaluating the process used to create a final sound balance
  • explain the issues and challenges that typically arise when creating a final sound balance, and how to address them.  

 

Assessment Conditions;

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

  • sound recording, production and playback equipment
  • productions that require a final sound balance
  • production documentation
  • interaction with others.

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