Course Title: Implement sound designs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: VART5094C
Course Title: Implement sound designs
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6151 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Course Contact: Nat Bates
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
C6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Film and Television Production)
Mark Johnson
mark.johnson3@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 4815
C6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Interactive
Nat Bates
nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
ph: 9925 3326
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
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to implement a design for any productions requiring sound.
It applies to individuals with a thorough understanding of a wide range of sound equipment and sound effects, along with the ability to work creatively and collaboratively with others, including sound mixers, sound editors and other studio technicians. The ability to solve problems that arise in the context of implementing sound designs is essential.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUASOU505 Implement sound designs |
Element: |
1. Confirm sound design specifications |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Consult relevant people to confirm sound design specifications meet production requirements 1.2 Identify and confirm people needed to meet production requirements 1.3 Confirm content, quality and duration of sound components 1.4 Research copyright requirements to confirm sound design will comply with legislation 1.5 Liaise with relevant people to consider and incorporate additional or changed production requirements and new ideas as required |
Element: |
2. Implement sound design |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Devise or obtain sound components to meet sound design specifications 2.2 Record sound effects as required 2.3 Manipulate sound components to achieve desired sonic finish and style 2.4 Identify changes required, seek feedback from relevant people about work in progress, and modify as required 2.5 Direct, advise and assist technical staff as required 2.6 Save master copy of sound design recording in required format for playback media 2.7 Make backup copies of sound design recording in line with production requirements and organisational procedures |
Element: |
3. Finalise operations |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prepare and update production documentation as required 3.2 Label, log and store recorded masters, version copies and backups according to production requirements and organisational procedures 3.3 Evaluate implementation of sound design specifications in consultation with relevant personnel 3.4 Evaluate own performance, and note areas for improvement 3.5 Provide feedback to team members on their performance as required 3.6 Document evaluation outcomes according to organisational procedures |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to understand, participate in, and implement various stages of sound production and sound design implementation for screen based media.
Details of Learning Activities
In class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data to your RMIT Google Drive account
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
Teaching Schedule
This course is delivered into two separate programs:
c6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
c6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Interactive Media.
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Teaching Schedule - C6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Film and Television Production)
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Class Content |
Assessment |
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Receive Assessment Task.
Assessment Task 1 - knowledge task
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In class examples. Students research scenes and explain sound design techniques in simple presentations |
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• Foley to screen practice and re-iteration. • Audition intensive session covering demonstrations of its editing features and layering techniques.
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Submit Assessment Task.
Assessment Task 1 Due |
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•Foley recording exercise. Introduction to Assessment Task 2 Understanding routing in Adobe Audition. BUS tracks and Effects sends
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Receive Assessment Task.
Assessment Task 2 - practical task |
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•Dialogue to Screen exercise • Discuss and explain requirements and techniques ideas required to complete assessment. Assessment can be done in class(preferred)or outside or both. |
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• Review of Assessment task 2 work-discussion. • Focus on work done so far and how it applies to final assessment(project) • Discuss the importance of Logging all sound files • Introduction to setting up a final mix with all elements in software. CUE sheets, sound spotting
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• Continuation of final mixdown in software. • Emphasis on correct/useful implementation of Equalisation, Compression, Fade in/out,looping and layering. • Discuss limitations of Premiere Pro as it pertains to flexible audio editing.(i.e.: it is a Video editor not audio so make sure all thematic and artistic decisions are final before final mixdown begins in Premiere Pro. • workshop Audition and dynamic link with Premiere
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Creation of Cinematic textures with enhanced Sound design techniques. Use of existing libraries. Further exercises on layering sound to create atmospheres. |
Assessment Task 2 Final mixdown of Dialogue, Sound Fx and Atmosphere/Ambience Rolling assessment.
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Assessment Task 2 • Discuss, consult, suggest-reiterate and reinforce all previous learning for successful completion of Final Mixdown.
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Assessment Task 2 |
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Techniques of mixing 5:1 sound. How to set up workspace. How to mix audio for different channels. |
Assessment Task 2 |
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13 |
Continue working on Assessment Task 2 |
Assessment Task 2
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Channel separation. Further equalisation and compression. Mastering audio. Further discussions on metering and Loudness units
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Assessment Task 2 |
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Assessment Task 2: Finalisation and submission. • Finalise mix and submit completed work to Canvas.
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Assessment Task 2 |
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In class review of Assessment 2
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Teaching Schedule - C6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Interactive.
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Week 1 |
Introduction and sound knowledge. Introduce - AT1 Sound knowledge quiz Due week 4 |
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Week 2 |
Music 1 – sourced music for screen content incl editing music for storytelling Class workshop - introduction to music editing Introduce - AT2 Music and offscreen sound Due week 5 |
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Week 3 |
Music 2 – scoring for screen content Class workshop - exploring music editing further
AT2 (WIP) Work in Progress review
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Week 4 |
Atmos/background sound - big world sound Class workshop - stereo recording
AT2 (WIP) Work in Progress review
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AT1 Sound knowledge quiz due |
Week 5 |
AT1 review and feedback. Offscreen sound - sound beyond the frame Class workshop - editing audio around the picture (J cuts and L cuts)
AT2 (WIP) Work in Progress review
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AT2 Music and offscreen sound due |
Week 6 |
AT2 review and project feedback.
Foley 1 - performing sound for screen content Class workshop - matching live foley performance to a screen edit
Introduce - AT3 Voice and foley Due week 9 |
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Week 7 |
Foley 2 - editing and transforming foley Class workshop - cutting sound and applying appropriate effects
AT3 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 8 |
Voice 1 - voiceover to picture Class workshop - recording voiceover and editing dialogue
AT3 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 9 |
Voice 2 - ADR (additional dialogue replacement) Class workshop - dubbing voices over picture
AT3 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
AT3 Voice and foley due |
Week 10 |
AT3 review and project feedback.
Mixing 1 - layout and automation Class workshop - setting up a mix in the software
Introduce - AT4 Final mix Due week 16 |
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Week 11 |
Mixing 2 - compression and mixdown
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 12 |
Production workshop 1 Class workshop - recording on location
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 13 |
Production workshop 2 Class workshop - dialogue editing and ADR
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 14 |
Production workshop 3 Class workshop - adding atmosphere and music
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 15 |
Production workshop 4 Class workshop - adding sound effects
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
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Week 16 |
Production workshop 5 Class workshop - mixing
AT4 (WIP) Work in Progress review |
AT4 Final mix due |
Week 17 |
Scheduled review and feedback of all assessments |
For the course guide and overview of assessments go to myRMIT / my Studies, click on the link to the course VART5094C Implement sound designs. You will be redirected to the program Canvas shell for this course. Should you have any further queries, please speak to your teacher, or Program Manager.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
N/A |
References
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. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians. |
Other Resources
Students are encouraged to make full use of class time, open studio time and University computer lab resources. Please consult the RMIT University web site for details of access times and locations.
Other required resources include, but are not limited to: an A4 or A3 visual diary, drawing materials (pencils of various grades (1B & 2B), erasers, coloured pencils and pens, graphic markers such as Copic brand) broadband internet access, suitable digital media storage such as a portable hard drive or USB 3.0 flash drive, with at least 128Gb capacity.
You are strongly advised to maintain a daily backup schedule of all assessment and project data to your RMIT Google Drive account.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will include class based practical exercises and project work undertaken in the computer lab for submission.
Assessment Tasks
This course is delivered into two separate programs:
c6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
c6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Interactive Media.
Assessment Tasks - C6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media, Film and Television Production
For each assessment task you will receive a detailed brief specifying requirements.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments.
Assessment Task 1 - Knowledge Assessment Task.This assessment is a short-answer knowledge assessment designed to assess your ability to research key factors of sound design, understand copyright legislation and understand acoustic principles of sound design. Due Date: week 5
Assessment Task 2 - Short Film Major Project. For this task, you are required to assemble edit and mix the three main streams of film sound (1-dialogue, 2-sound fx/foley/atmospheres, 3-music/soundtrack) for your short film in a post-production sound design and editing capacity. Due Date: week 15
Assessment tasks 1 and 2 are to be finalised by no later than end of Semester 2 Week 16.
Assessment Tasks - C6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Interactive.
For each assessment task you will receive a detailed brief specifying requirements.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments.
Assessment Task 1 - AT1 Sound knowledge quiz.This assessment is a short-answer knowledge assessment designed to assess your ability to research key factors of sound design, understand copyright legislation and understand acoustic principles of sound design. Due Date: week 4
Assessment Task 2 - AT2 Music and offscreen sound. For this task, you are to implement sound for a screen production following the provided sound design for music and offscreen sound. Due Date: week 5
Assessment Task 3 - AT3 Voice and foley. For this task, you are to implement sound for a screen production following the provided sound design for voice and foley. Due Date: week 9
Assessment Task 4 - AT4 Final mix. For this task, you are to implement sound for a screen production following the provided sound design for a complete soundtrack. Due Date: week 16
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 demonstrated alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in 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
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.
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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