Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | SOUND DESIGN AND ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPOSITION | ||
Code | MUSI208 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr OS Carman Music Oliver.Carman@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To introduce the students to audio editing/mixing and sound organisation techniques in a DAW (digital audio workstation) within a sound design context. To introduce the students to audio transformation techniques using plugins and standalone audio applications. To enable the students to use a DAW effectively to an intermediate level. To develop the students' awareness of the technical and aesthetic issues surrounding sound design and electronic music. To introduce the student to sound design for the moving image. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) The student will be able to effectively edit/mix audio within DAW in the context of sound design for tv/film or electronic music composition. |
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(LO2) The student will be able to transform audio within a DAW in the context of sound design for tv/film or electronic music composition. |
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(LO3) The student will have an understanding of the technical and aesthetic issues surrounding sound design and electronic music. |
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(LO4) The student will be able to organise sound material effectively within a DAW in the context of sound design for moving image or electronic music composition. |
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(LO5) The student will be able contextualise their work within the contemporary repertoire. |
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(S1) Applying creative thinking to develop appropriate solutions. |
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(S2) Time management. |
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(S3) Readiness to improve own performance based on feedback/reflective learning. |
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(S4) Critical thinking. |
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(S5) Self-starting. |
Syllabus |
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Audio editing/mixing techniques for composition within a DAW. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Other Teaching Method 2 - Workshop Self-Directed Learning |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
18 18 |
36 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 114 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Assessment 1 - Ident Portfolio Description: The student will provide the sound design to a number of idents and TV commercials, these will be chosen from a library of videos provided by the lecturer. | 1 minute portfolio o | 30 | ||||
Assessment 2 - Acousmatic Composition Description: The student will compose a 4 minute work that makes use of the composition techniques explored in class. The work can incorporate IDM ideas (looping | 4 minutes of sound d | 70 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |