Module Details

Module Code: MUSC U7Z01
Full Title: Audio Industries
Valid From:: Semester 2 - 2018/19 ( February 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Niall Coghlan
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: The aim of this module is to introduce an overview of the various fields within the audio industry and the specific requirements of audio professionals within those fields.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Define the hierarchy of roles that exist within the audio industry.
MLO2 Describe production techniques used in audio workflows; i.e. pick-ups; character FX, environmental audio; music loops; music layers; music stems; stingers; transitions; sonic branding.
MLO3 Appraise the work of one audio professional (i.e. producer, director, sound designer, or game composer), applying the knowledge of audio production theory and the knowledge of audio production technique.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Hierarchy of roles within the audio industry
Hierarchy of roles within the various audio industries.
Music Licensing
n/a
Meta Data and naming convention
n/a
Finding Projects, developing relationships, referrals and returns.
n/a
Preparing a bid and showcasing both technical and musical skills.
n/a
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 100
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcome 1,2,3
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A portfolio of works demonstrating their knowledge of audio industry roles and structures.
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 10
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 11 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Development of a portfolio, illustrative of interactive sound design and implementation.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 11 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A document detailing the elevator pitch, comprising of a portfolio of the students own work, which can be presented as a bid to potential employers
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 20
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Contribution and discussion in an online forum. Subject to include assessments of audio directors, sound designers, alongside evaluations and critique of interactive audio production theory.
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 6 Learning Outcome  
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be expected to appraise and explore works from an audio director, sound designer or game composer. Assessment will be designed to showcase the students technical knowledge gained throughout the module.
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Main lecture topic Every Week 1.00 1
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.00 5
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Directed Reading Non Contact Lecturer lead directed learning Every Week 2.00 2
Independent Study Non Contact Self-directed study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Wilsey, D and Schwartz, D. (2010), The Musician's Guide to Licensing Music, [ISBN: 9780823014873].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • E-Book: Cooke, E. 2013, Business of Music Licensin, http://thebusinessofmusiclicensing.com/.
  • Website, http://www.gamasutra.com.
  • Website, http://www.gamecareerguide.com/.
  • Podcasts, http://www.gameaudiopodcast.com/.
  • Website, CMU Insights,
    http://cmuinsights.com
  • Website, Music Managers Forum,
    http://themmf.net