Course Title: Create a final sound balance
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: VART6382C
Course Title: Create a final sound balance
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5408 - Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
Course Contact: Rebekha Naim
Course Contact Phone: +61399254849
Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: John Phillips
Email: john.phillips@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 85
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge required to create a final sound balance for a production.
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
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- seminars/workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback.
Teaching Schedule
WK |
CONTENT |
PRACS |
Location |
ASSESSMENTS COMMENCE |
ASSESSMENTS DUE |
Week 1 |
Introduction to unit & assessments |
Mediation (in different apps) |
LAB |
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What is sound in media and events | |||||
Waveforms | |||||
Editing sound & Intro to DAWs | |||||
Week 2 |
DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATIONS |
Beatles HTDA |
LAB |
Assessment 1 - SFX |
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Using PRO TOOLS | |||||
Mixing sounds prac | |||||
COMMENCE ASSESSMENT 1 | |||||
Week 3 |
PRO TOOLS |
HTDA+ |
LAB |
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Work through prac | |||||
A DROWNING | |||||
Review Assessment 1 requirements | |||||
Week 4 |
VIDEO IN AUDIO APPS Importing / Exporting video |
Video in DAW
Cinema
KK |
LAB |
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Assessment 1 SFX |
FILM SOUND – Roles in Film Sound | |||||
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CINEMA SOUND / SURROUND 5.1 mixing | |||||
Finalise Assessment 1 | |||||
Week 5 |
Prac Work Time |
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LAB |
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Optional attendance class | |||||
(Unsupervised prac time) | |||||
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Week 6 |
COMPRESSION |
Ducking Gating Sidechain |
LAB |
Assessment 2 – RADIO ADVERTISEMENT |
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Ducking | |||||
Vowels & Consonants | |||||
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COMMENCE ASSESSMENT 2 Booking Studios | |||||
Week 7 |
SOUND FOR RADIO AND MEDIA |
3RRR Songs Festival Mixes |
LAB
Studio TOFT |
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Vowels v Consonants | |||||
Microphones | |||||
Songs Festival Mixes | |||||
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BookingStudio Visit Studio | |||||
BR |
EASTER BREAK
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Week 8 |
STUDIO VISIT |
Studio demo |
STUDIO (TOFT) |
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You will be divided into 2 groups for this studio visit | |||||
Studio mixing console, microphones & signal processors | |||||
Signal flow and monitoring | |||||
Week 9 |
PRO TOOLS SESSION |
SONGS FESTIVAL |
LAB |
Assessment 3 – MUSIC MIX |
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Songs festival mixes | |||||
Check bounces in studio | |||||
Pro Tools Mixing | |||||
ASSESSMENT 3 COMMENCES | |||||
Week 10 |
PRO TOOLS |
SUSANS
ASS 3 FILES |
LAB |
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Mixing Live band recordings | |||||
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Mixing music | |||||
Work on Ass #3 | |||||
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Week 11 |
PRO TOOLS – Mixing Music |
HENRY ST
ASS 3 FILES |
LAB |
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Work through prac | |||||
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Work on Ass #3 | |||||
Week 12 |
FOLEY / ADR |
CRAZY HELMET
LISTENING TEST |
LAB |
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Location Sound / editing | |||||
LISTENING TEST | |||||
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Week 13 |
STUDIO VISIT |
STUDIO VISIT |
STUDIO (SSL) |
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Assessment 2 RADIO ADVERTISEMENT |
Surround sound / Cinema sound 1 | |||||
Mixing in 5.1 & 7.1 | |||||
You will be divided into 2 groups for this class | |||||
Week 14 |
MIDI |
MANDAYA |
LAB |
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MIDI in Pro Tools prac | |||||
Review Assessment #3 requirements | |||||
Week 15 |
STUDIO VISIT |
Review previous |
STUDIO (ATMOS) |
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Assessment 3 MUSIC MIX |
Surround sound / Cinema sound 1 | |||||
MIXING IN DOLBY ATMOS | |||||
You will be divided into 2 groups for this class | |||||
Week 16 |
REAPER |
REAPER |
LAB |
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Introduction to Reaper | |||||
Work through Reaper prac | |||||
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Review Assessment requirements | |||||
Week 17 |
OPTIONAL REVIEW CLASS |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.
It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
a pen and notepaper or a laptop computer. You will need to have either a USB thumb drive or a USB/Thunderbolt Harddrive (or both) to store and manage your media. Your teacher will advise you what to get when classes commence.
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. Lynda.com is available via your Library login.
The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates
Assessment Task 1: Project: SFX Comp. Completing this project will allow you to demonstrate your ability to create a final sound balance for a range of recorded and live productions. You will create a video bounce from Pro Tools DAW and upload the video into Canvas. Due Week 6
Assessment Task 2: Project: Radio Advertisement. Completing this project will allow you to demonstrate your ability to create a final sound balance for a range of recorded and live productions.You will write and record the voice over for your 30-second radio advertisement, adding sound effects and music to final production. Due Week 13
Assessment Task 3: Project: Music Mix. Completing this major project will allow you to demonstrate your ability to create a final sound balance for a range of recorded and live productions. For this assessment you will complete a Final Sound Balance for a multi channel music recording. This will be completed using the Pro Tools application. The submission will involve three components:
- The Audio bounce file
- A report document
- PTX file
Due Week 15
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
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 mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required
Other Information
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.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
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.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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