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Archived Version 2017 - 2018

Module Title Audio
Module Code CM243
School School of Communications

Online Module Resources

Module Co-ordinatorDr Miriam JudgeOffice NumberC129
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 10
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

For Students wishing to develop their skills in digital audio production this module provides training in the use of professional software packages.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse the role of sound and music in multimedia environments.
2. Analyse the structure of radio documentaries.
3. Operate a recording studio during a live radio broadcast.
4. Show proficiency in the use of location recording technologies.
5. Appraise creative recording practices.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture36Lecture/Seminars/Studio Workshops
Independent Study214Assignments/Technical learning
Total Workload: 250

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

Module Delivery
This module is delivered through a series of lectures, workshops, seminars, demonstrations, resource-based learning exercises and discussions

Technical: Studio
Advanced studio techniques, stereo microphone placement, creative recording, live radio broadcast, MIDI and music software.

Technical: Editing and Mixing
Advanced ProTools editing techniques, manipulation and mixing. Sound for film and multimedia projects.

Project Development
Research, interpretation of a brief, pre and post production strategies, peer appraisal and critique.

Appraisal of film sound
An advanced analysis of sound, silence, music and voice in multimedia projects.

Technical: Film Sound
Advanced film sound techniques.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Alten, Stanley, R.,: 1999, Audio in Media, Wadsworth Series in Production,
  • Pohlman, Ken, C.,: 1998, The Art of Mixing,
  • Barry Blesser and Linda-Ruth Salter: 2007, Spaces Speak, are you listening? Experiencing Aural Architecture, MIT Press,
Other Resources

9196, Handouts:, 0, Technical resourses, 9197, Readings:, Project Brief, 0, Lecture related materials, 9198, Audio:, 0, Listening examples and resources, 9199, Websites:, 0, Audio relates URL's, 9200, Video, 0, Course related video support,
Programme or List of Programmes
MMABSc in Multimedia
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