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Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title Music Technology 2
Module Code MC223 (ITS) / MPA1038 (Banner)
Faculty Humanities & Social Sciences School Theology, Philosophy & Music
Module Co-ordinatorLinda Adams
Module TeachersJenna Harris, Shane Latimer
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite Not Available
Co-requisite Not Available
Compatibles Not Available
Incompatibles Not Available
Coursework Only
Description

Building from MC124, this is a course designed to give learners the skills to work with live sound equipment and to use computers creatively to compose and develop music. Areas covered will include techniques for practical information on how to optimise on-stage sound, creativity in the use of Digital Audio Workstations, and an explanation of the most appropriate methods for making successful audio/video recordings of live performances

Learning Outcomes

1. Be able to record, mix and edit live concerts using standard audio hardware and software
2. Improve the presentation of their live performances
3. Improve the quality of their promotional and commercial recordings



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24Weekly, A one-hour group lecture-workshop
Independent Study101Practice techniques demonstrated by lecturer, and assignment work
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Live Sound:
° Developing a knowledge of optimum placement of instruments/amplification/microphones, ° Explore how to balance onstage sound ° Developing a knowledge of accurate cabling and use of the sound desk

Electronic production:
° Exploring possibilities of DAW, MIDI, and effects ° Developing creativity in use of DAW, Software/Hardware instruments and/or effects ° Learning about quality and balance of the audio mix ° Learning competent use of automation and effects ° Exploring the correct method for export & upload on to online audio platform

A/V Production:
° Working with Audio & Video recording of live performance ° Learning the correct synchronisation of audio and video ° Exploring how to achieve a good quality and balance of audio recording/mix. ° Learning the effective use of automation and effects ° Finding the best method for export & upload on to online video platforms

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
AssignmentSubmit Stage Plan/Channel List & demonstrate of knowledge of onstage/live sound techniques20%Week 6
AssignmentDemonstration of creative use of DAW and audio and MIDI40%Week 9
AssignmentDemonstration of knowledge of live audio/video recording techniques40%Sem 1 End
Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories:
Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module.
Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List

  • Daniel M. Thompson: 0, Understanding Audio, Berklee Press, 0634009591
  • Dan Moretti: 0, Producing and Mixing Contemporary Jazz, Berklee Press, 0876390882
Other Resources

38451, Website, Cockos Incorporated, 0, Reaper tutorials, http://www.reaper.fm/videos.php, 38452, Computer Software, Cockos Incorporated, 0, Reaper,

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