SL3S308 - Advanced Audio Systems 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SL3S308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Advanced Audio Systems | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Music and Drama | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Music | ||
| Module Leader: | Ian Williams | ||
| Module Team: | Philip Hughes, Rob Locke, Lucy Squire | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2025 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100703 - stage management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
This module aims to look at current and future advanced audio techniques and technologies that facilitate ever increasingly innovative performances and installations. The core theme is the technology which facilitates these advanced techniques.
Content Summary
Delivery will be via a combination of lectures, workshops and practical sessions.
Advanced networked audio systems, multi-point to multi-point and the relevant protocols employed.
Integration of plug-ins to the digital signal path using a variety of console platforms.
Advanced 3D Audio System Modelling
Noise management and off-site noise pollution prediction
Advanced array steering through DSP prediction and atmospheric considerations
Advanced use of tools for RF coordination & monitoring.
Advanced matrix systems for live performances.
Immersive audio systems and their deployment for various environments.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 8 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 16 |
| Independent Study | 110 |
| Directed Study | 54 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critique available advanced technical solutions and investigate likely future developments |
| LO2 | Evaluate techniques used in delivering technology-based solutions to complex audio projects. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Research and Design a Technical solution using advanced audio systems | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Post practical activity reflective report | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |