Course Title: Coordinate sound recording operations on location
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: VART6415C
Course Title: Coordinate sound recording operations on location
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5378 - Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production)
Course Contact: Rebekha Naim
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4849
Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher:
David Hannan
david.hannan@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 35
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This course will provide an introduction to a number of key areas of current technology and work practice used in the audio sphere of the broadcast industry in Australia, and introduce you to location recording practice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUASOU411 Coordinate sound recording operations on location |
Element: |
1. Clarify recording requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Discuss production documentation and requirements with relevant people to determine scope of sound recording operations 1.2 Plan sound recording operations according to production documentation 1.3 Organise script extracts for sound recordists as required 1.4 Visit all locations to identify problems that may arise during sound recording operations and plan accordingly 1.5 Prepare work plan as required, and brief relevant people accordingly 1.6 Check that selected sound equipment and accessories meet production requirements |
Element: |
2. Prepare for location recording operations |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Confirm with relevant people that appropriate sound equipment, accessories and consumables are available and in working order prior to shoot 2.2 Liaise with relevant people to confirm planned recordings meet post-production requirements 2.3 Confirm sound equipment and accessories are rigged according to safety, technical and production requirements |
Element: |
3. Monitor sound recording operations on location |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Determine optimum positioning of boom and microphone for recording dialogue and sound effects during technical run throughs and rehearsals 3.2 Supervise recording and advise sound recordists as required 3.3 Monitor quality of recorded sound and request additional recordings as required 3.4 Confirm sound recordings are backed up regularly to counteract equipment malfunction |
Element: |
4. Finalise sound recording operations |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Confirm sound recordings, master and backup copies meet production and organisational requirements 4.2 Confirm equipment and accessories are de-rigged and work environment is cleaned according to safety and production requirements 4.3 Provide feedback to production team members as required 4.4 Evaluate own performance and note areas for improvement |
Learning Outcomes
This unit covers the skills and knowledge necessary for audio production within broadcast environments such as television and radio related industries, specifically including location recording techniques and practice.
Details of Learning Activities
Welcome to Coordinate Sound Recording Operations on Location
This course will be delivered using face-to-face classes and practical ProTools lab sessions. Some support material and resources will be found here in Canvas. In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to plan, coordinate and execute location sound recording for broadcast video productions.
This course will provide an introduction to a number of key current technologies and work practices used within the audio sphere of the broadcast industry in Australia. You'll become familiar with a number of key location ENG sound recording practices.
To get started, review the Welcome & Orientation page and check myTimetable (Links to an external site.) to ensure you know the time and location for your first class.
What you will learn in this course
On successful completion of this competency, you will have developed the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and produce high-quality location sound recordings for broadcast video applications. After planning and executing the location sound recording you will use ProTools to produce a final stereo sound mix which is embedded into the video shot on location.
How the course is delivered
The course will be delivered using face-to-face classes, a location video shoot and ProTools post-production lab sessions.
To attain competency in this course you need to demonstrate:
Performance Evidence:
Evidence of the ability to:
- Plan, coordinate and supervise sound recording operations on location for broadcast video productions.
- Monitor sound recording on location in line with safety and production requirements.
- Liaise with performers, sound recordists and production team to achieve production requirements.
Knowledge Evidence:
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- Describe the information that is typically found in production documentation and work plans
- List and describe the common equipment, accessories and consumables required for recording sound on location
- Explain the relevance of post-production requirements to sound recording
- Explain the issues and challenges that typically arise when coordinating sound recording operations on location, and how to address them
- Outline the safety considerations that relate to the supervision of sound recording on location.
Teaching Schedule
Course Summary:
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Please see the Course Canvas Shell for further resources.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will be made through knowledge tests and practical project work.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment task information
| 1 of 1 |
Coordinate and Execute Location Sound Recording For Video |
| CUASOU411 |
| Coordinate Sound Recording Operations On Location |
| CUA50815 |
| Diploma of Music Industry - Sound Production |
| C5378 |
| VART6415 |
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You will have five 2-hour supervised ProTools lab sessions in which to complete this assignment in weeks 6-10. If additional time is required to complete the sound mix, you will need to use the ProTools lab in your own time.
Due date: Week 14 (Wednesday 14th October) |
The purpose of this assessment
Completing this assignment will familiarise you with the skills and knowledge required to plan and execute location sound recording for broadcast video. During the process of completing this assessment, you will:
- Become familiar with the planning phase required for location sound recording.- Perform the task of location sound recording using an E.N.G. sound kit. Video will be shot using student smartphones.- Produce a final stereo sound mix to accompany the video.
You will work individually on this assignment.
Criteria for Assessment
Below is a checklist for how your submission of this assignment will be graded.
- Demonstration of effective communication with the assessor and the subject material.
- Observation of safe work procedures when on location - submission of SWMS.
- Demonstration of technical knowledge & operation of the E.N.G. sound kit.
- Demonstration of ability to produce a high-quality dialogue recording and final mix.
- Submission of the completed assignment on schedule.
Grades
Grades which apply to courses delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also use graded assessment:
For further information on the grading system and criteria used, please refer to the course RMIT site.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through 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.
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.
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.
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
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.
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