Course Title: Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: PERF5085C
Course Title: Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6150 - Advanced Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production)
Course Contact: John Phillips
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4913
Course Contact Email: john.phillips@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Tok Norris
tok.norris@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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 unit describes skills and knowledge required to analyse and apply concepts about the social significance of music to one’s own professional practice.
It applies to individuals who require in-depth understanding of the function of music in society, particularly in relation to the cultural and commercial value of music.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAMLT502 Apply concepts of music and society to professional practice |
Element: |
1. Investigate the history of music |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify relevant sources of information on the history of music and music and audio technologies as relevant to current repertoire or industry involvement 1.2 Investigate definitions and roles of music, and how these differ according to historical and cultural contexts 1.3 Explore the relationship between music and culture over time |
Element: |
2. Assess the social and economic significance of music |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Examine the different ways individuals and groups have performed, composed and presented music over time 2.2 Investigate and evaluate the social and cultural functions, and commercial value of music 2.3 Research the role and impact of music in other disciplines |
Element: |
3. Apply historical and sociological knowledge of music to own professional practice |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Extract key information and ideas about the history, social and cultural significance of music 3.2 Reflect on how information and ideas might inform own professional practice 3.3 Develop a strategy to integrate information and ideas into own practice 3.4 Present and discuss strategy with relevant people, and incorporate feedback 3.5 Implement strategy to enhance own professional practice |
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.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include a range of teacher directed group activities, projects, class exercises, review discussions/lectures and independent project based work.
Out-of-class activities include completion of individual design and pre-production work, preparation for class presentations and production work. Online research and occasional outside of class time group discussions will be required to maintain project work.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Class content |
Activity |
Resource Link |
Week 1 |
Course Overview. Summary of Assessments. Research Examples: 1. Music Style 2. Engineer/Producer |
Introduction |
Canvas Rubrics & Course Resources (Links to an external site.) |
Week 2 |
Presentation Examples: Music Style, Engineer/Producer |
Presentation Overview |
Exemplars (from above link) |
Week 3 |
Opportunity for students to prepare presentations with assistance and advice from Teacher. |
PRESENTATION PREP |
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Week 4 |
Opportunity for students to prepare presentations with assistance and advice from Teacher. |
PRESENTATION PREP |
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Week 5 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 6 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 7 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 8 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 9 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 10 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 11 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 12 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 13 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 14 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 15 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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Week 16 |
PRESENTATIONS: Recording Production Techniques & Music Style |
STUDENT PRESENTATIONS (Individual) |
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 will be made through the following:
- Practical studio based music / sound production project
- Production research & presentation
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment tasks to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments and once you have demonstrated competency you will also receive a result after your final assessment task.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1:Knowledge Evidence.
You must use the information gathered from the weekly classes to inform each answer to each of the four (4) questions concerning:
- the historical evolution of music and audio technologies
- the significance of music in different cultural contexts
- the social impact of music
- the commercial value of music in the contemporary context
Due by Week 16, Semester 1.
Assessment Task 2: Presentation.
You are required to undertake research into the history of music, assessing its social and economic significance, and develop and implement a strategy for integrating the information and ideas you've researched into your own practice. Then, you are required to present a short in-class presentation. The presentation must consist of the following four (4) parts:
- Music Style or Genre
- Engineer or Producer
- Value of Music
- Strategy of Research Implementation
Due by Week 16, Semester 1.
Assessment Task 2: Document submission.
Upload documents to Canvas shell for Apply Concepts prior to completion of the unit.
Due by Week 16, Semester 1.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on myRMIT for full assessment criteria. Results that apply to Ungraded 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 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: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/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.
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
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