MOS1003 - In the Box 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | MOS1003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | In the Box | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Music and Drama | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Music | ||
| Module Leader: | , Andrew Gwilliam | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100223 - music production | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
Develop fundamental technological skills to produce a creative output utilising Software instruments, editing techniques and audio recording.
To acquire theoretical knowledge and skills to produce an original production (In The Box) .
Discuss and introduce a variety of DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) based skills and use a variety of audio processing units.
Content Summary
Throughout the module learners will gain skills and knowledge In The Box. Modern day engineers, producers and composers are required to have sufficient skills to create and produce music effectively and sufficiently. The learners will gain DAW based skills including:-
MIDI, Instrument, Audio, VCA, Bus channels
Effective Shortcuts with the DAW (Workflow)
Automation
Quantisation
Time and Pitch
Edit and Mix window functions
Computer Processing
Samplers
Synthesis
Signal Processing and Time Based Effects.
As a result learners will be required to produce a portfolio of DAW based compositions, implementing the skills developed in the lessons.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 36 |
| Independent Study | 70 |
| Directed Study | 82 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Distinguish a range of digital music production techniques available, informed by current research and linked to contemporary practice. |
| LO2 | Record, document and produce a portfolio of work to a professional standard. The productions need to demonstrate originality and appropriate production techniques. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Production (Onsite) 1 | Revoicing and Sampled based project | 0 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Submission of Original portfolio | 0 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Production (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |