Course Title: Create a final sound balance
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
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.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
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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: C6171 - Advanced Diploma of Music (Sound Production)
Course Contact: John Phillips
Course Contact Phone: +61399254913
Course Contact Email: john.phillips@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Tim Johnston
Nominal Hours: 85
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 learn 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.
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
(Subject to change)
Class / Week |
Class content |
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SEMESTER 1 (Classes): |
CLASS 1 |
Assessment outline / Material outline/ Group confirmations – listening examples – pre post mix examples
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CLASS 2 |
Advanced Mixing Techniques |
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Advanced Mixing Techniques |
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Advanced Mixing Techniques |
CLASS 5 |
Advanced Mixing Techniques |
CLASS 6 |
Advanced Mixing Techniques |
CLASS 7 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 8 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 9 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 10 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 11 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 12 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 13 |
Studio 2 mixing practical assignment |
CLASS 14 |
2” Tape Machine – architecture - line up procedure Synchronization- timecode formats |
CLASS 15 |
Advanced Mixing Techniques |
CLASS 16 |
Advanced Mixing Techniques |
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SEMESTER 2: |
Mix Match Review |
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WEEKS 1-16: SEM 2 |
Studio Mixing - Practical Training & Assessment - See Canvas/google calendar for individual/group studio session times
Practical sessions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information, including the online learning management system Canvas.
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
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 Questions.
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to mix sound and to apply appropriate mixing techniques and methods.
Due by Week 4, Semester 2.
Assessment Task 2: Mix Match.
Completing this assessment task allows you to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to create a final sound balance that meets creative, artistic and production requirements. This assessment requires you to create a "mix" (aka final sound balance) of a music song recording that uses common attributes found in music production. Techniques employed should include panning, balance, equalization, compression, gates, effects, automation, grouping/routing.
Due by Week 6, Semester 2.
Assessment Task 3: Neve 2" Tape Mix.
Completing this assessment task allows you to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to create a final sound balance that meets creative, artistic and production requirements. This assessment requires you to work in small groups of three (3) to produce a multitrack mix from 2"Tape of a recording through discrete channels on Neve Console using on board process and outboard equipment.
Due by Week 16, Semester 2.
You should refer to the assessment brief's which are available in Canvas 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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