Sound Engineering 3
Module code
M-JP-SEN3
Curricular domain
Profile, extension and depth: Practical Classes
Credits
5
Group size
4
Number of course weeks
24
Class duration
1 hour per week
Total contact hours
24 hours
Study load
116 hours
Form / content / level
Prerequisites
Completion of Sound Engineering 2. It is not impossible, but more difficult to teach these classes online. In the case of online classes, the format and content will differ and there are additional conditions that the instructor can tell you more about.
Competencies
Aims
Developing advanced skills towards a better mix and production, for those who have deficiencies in sound engineering.
Relation to other modules
Composition for Film and Theatre modules.
Content
Students will be handling most aspects of advanced mixing and recording techniques like:
setting up a mix from scratch;
the use of eq;
the use of compression;
the use of effects;
how to setup microphones;
music production and musicproduction techniques;
basic mastering.
Students will be working on all kinds of music, but at the last part of the module, the focus will be on their own compositions.
Mode(s) of instruction
Group classes.
Material & Tools
Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic.
Student activity
n/a
Examination and assessment
Mode(s) of assessment
Assessment by the instructor at the end of the module.
Criteria
Students should have mastered the elements described under Contents, are able to mix advanced pop and orchestra mixes.
Pass requirements
The student has completed this module if being awarded a minimum grade of 5.5 at the end of the module.
Examination procedure
Assessment of the products handed in by the students.
Resit options
Module summary
This program is for those who want to advance their skills in recording and mixing.
Case study orientated advanced training in class plus mixing homework.
Students bring their own productions into the lessons which are part of the lessons.