Course Title: Manage production of sound designs

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2020

Course Code: VART6421C

Course Title: Manage production of sound designs

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6150 - Advanced 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:

Timothy Johnston
timothy.johnston@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 50

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 covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to  manage the production of a sound design project. It will incorporate the production of sound designs, including planning and monitoring the production, engaging specialists where required, and overseeing and evaluating sound aspects of productions. Well developed planning and organisational skills are required, along with an ability to work collaboratively and creatively in a leadership role with those who contribute to the production of sound designs.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CUASOU601 Manage production of sound designs
Element:	1. Clarify sound design brief
Performance Criteria:	1 Participate in preliminary concept meetings with relevant personnel to discuss sound-design specifications for productions  1.2 Read and interpret sound-design specifications to determine and confirm production requirements  1.3 Identify and confirm personnel required for the production  1.4 Take account of financial and time constraints when planning production of sound designs  1.5 Document all operational requirements needed for the production of sound designs
Element:	2. Plan the production of sound design
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Secure the personnel, facilities and equipment needed in a timely fashion 2.2 Ensure that copyright requirements are met 2.3 Contract and brief personnel as required 2.4 Ensure that arrangements are in place for ongoing communication with sound designers and other relevant personnel so that artistic vision of sound designs can be achieved and resources are available when required 2.5 Anticipate issues that may arise during the production of sound designs and plan accordingly
Element:	3. Direct the production of sound design
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Source and obtain all sound components necessary to fulfil creative and technical requirements of production briefs  3.2 Comply with relevant OHS legislation and guidelines throughout all stages of productions  3.3 Direct the final mix, including recording, mixing and/or editing sound components to achieve the desired sonic finish/style and spatial placement  3.4 Obtain feedback from relevant personnel about the sound design and negotiate changes as required  3.5 Deal effectively and promptly with conflicts that arise and work towards solutions that cause least disruption to production schedules  3.6 Ensure that final mixdown is locked off and transferred to a suitable medium in line with production requirements  3.7 Ensure that backup copies are provided for relevant personnel in the required format  3.8 Maintain documentation as required through all stages of sound-design implementation
Element:	4. Finalise production of sound design
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Discuss and obtain agreement from relevant personnel about evaluation techniques  4.2 Focus evaluations on the design-production management process and document results  4.3 Evaluate own role in operations and note areas for improvement  4.4 Provide feedback to team members on their performance as required  4.5 Document evaluation of operations in line with enterprise procedures  4.6 Communicate results to relevant

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 be able to plan, direct, and finalise sound design in a multi-channel audio production environment for both stereo and surround sound productions.

Details of Learning Activities

Welcome to Manage Production of Sound Design

This course will be delivered through face-to-face classes and by utilising the learning support material and resources here in Canvas. This unit covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to  manage the production of a sound design project. It will incorporate the production of sound designs, including planning and monitoring the production, engaging specialists where required, and overseeing and evaluating sound aspects of productions. Well developed planning and organisational skills are required, along with an ability to work collaboratively and creatively in a leadership role with those who contribute to the production of sound designs.

To get started, review the Welcome & Orientation module, 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 

This unit covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to  manage the production of a sound design project. It will incorporate the production of sound designs, including planning and monitoring the production, engaging specialists where required, and overseeing and evaluating sound aspects of productions. Well developed planning and organisational skills are required, along with an ability to work collaboratively and creatively in a leadership role with those who contribute to the production of sound designs.

How the course is delivered

The course is delivered in face-to-face classes.

Teaching Schedule

Course Teaching Schedule

WEEKS      1- 3	WIL Major Event organisation	Tim Johnston Lecture room	ELEMENTS   1, 2
WEEKS  4 - 6	WIL Major Event Staging	RMIT Media Precinct	3
WEEKS  7- 16	WIL Major Event Post Production – Surround mixes	Practical sessions Studio 2 See Google Cal for sessions times	3, 4

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Please see the Course Canvas Shell for further resources.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will involve completion of practical tasks to a satisfactory level, and knowledge based tests.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Under Rectification - TBA

Grades

Grades which apply to this course are delivered in accordance with competency-based assessment:

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.

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.

Student Progress:

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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