Course Title: Originate and develop concepts

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2021

Course Code: GEDU6115C

Course Title: Originate and develop concepts

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5378 - Diploma of Music Industry (Sound Production)

Course Contact: John Phillips

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4913

Course Contact Email: john.phillips@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Mark Kelson

Email: mark.kelson@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 30

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This course covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor and coordinate a number of technical production aspects of sound recording productions.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	BSBCRT501 Originate and develop concepts
Element:	1 Evaluate and explore needs and opportunities
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Research and evaluate existing information that informs new concept development 1.2 Where appropriate, identify and use gaps in current range of products, programs, processes or services as the catalyst for generating new ideas or concepts 1.3 Expand the potential of new ideas through exploration of opportunities beyond the obvious 1.4 Identify factors that could have an impact on ideas or concepts to be developed, including potential for commercialisation 1.5 Determine whether other players are filling identified gaps or investigating similar opportunities 1.6 Develop preliminary ideas on innovative and different ways to address needs and opportunities 1.7 In consultation with relevant stakeholders, agree on broad parameters for developing ideas and concepts to meet market requirements
Element:	2 Develop a range of creative approaches
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Use a range of creative thinking techniques to generate innovative and creative concepts to address identified needs 2.2 Challenge, test and experiment with different concepts and ideas as part of a collaborative process 2.3 Evaluate concepts in terms of their suitability for the target audience or purpose, their feasibility and their commercial potential 2.4 Take account of social, ethical and environmental issues as concepts and ideas are generated and discussed 2.5 Identify resources required to achieve desired creative and innovative outcomes 2.6 Evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies for achieving desired outcomes 2.7 Select concepts or approaches that achieve required outcomes in an innovative and feasible way 2.8 Present proposed concepts or approaches in an appropriate format
Element:	3 Refine concepts
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Ensure concept development process is open to ongoing refinement and testing 3.2 Seek input and feedback on concepts from relevant stakeholders 3.3 Seek specialist advice on creative and technical aspects of proposals as required 3.4 Compare concepts with best practice examples of similar products, programs, processes or services 3.5 Use a range of creative and practical criteria to determine the advantages and disadvantages of different concepts 3.6 Evaluate constraints on the realisation of concepts or ideas 3.7 Refine proposals based on analysis and feedback
Element:	4 Develop concepts to an operational level
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Use refined concepts as the basis for developing detailed implementation specifications 4.2 Present specifications to relevant parties for approval, funding or endorsement 4.3 Reflect on methodology used to generate concepts and ideas and note ways of improving this in the future

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to establish production requirements, complete plans for realisation of production requirements, source and cost resources and manage the production, as relevant to professional studio recording procedures.

Details of Learning Activities

Learning will occur in class delivery and project work. Some external project completion will be required out of class, including:

• class exercises 
• analysis/critique of relevant reading material 
  
• design activities or projects 
  
• class presentations 
• group discussion 
• research 
• independent & group project-based work 
  
• ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback 

Teaching Schedule

Week	Class content	Activity	Assessments
Class 1	Subject Overview, Summary of Learning Outcomes & Assessments. Opening Lecture by Teacher. The role of a Record Producer vs Engineer / Mixer	Introduction
Class 2	Preparation for Pre-Production for major projects. Group Discussion Critical Listening vs Analytical Listen. Listening exercise.	Work Groups Critical Analytical Listening
Class 3	Critical / Analytical Listen exercise including on comparative analysis	Critical Analytical Listening
Class 4	Review of gear in the RMIT Studios & how it can best be applied. Pre Production Group discuss Review of Assessment 1 - Knowledge Questions.	Gear Analysis	Assessment 1 - Knowledge Questions to be completed.
Class 5	Pro Tools Session setup and session management. How to prepare for Mixing Click Tracks & Metronomes: Prep of Time Keepers for Drummers Recording techniques - Live performance vs multitrack recording Setting up guide tracks	Session Setup & organisation.
Class 6	What is Mixing? Mixing techniques, developing a mixing work flow and taking a project to completion.	Mixing Techniques
Class 7	Time & Pitch correction techniques. A discussion of tools such as Elastic Audio & Melodyne. When and how to use these tools. The Power of Automation.	Editing & Mixing Techniques
Class 8	Major Project Session 1 Preparation & Checklist. Reference Audio Selection. Critical Listening Exercise.	Major Project readiness. Critical Listening
Semester 2
Class 9	Check Organisation for Major Recordings. Group discussion of techniques for individual project	Discussion
Class 10	Check Organisation for Major Recordings. Group discussion of techniques for individual project	Discussion
Class 11	Check Organisation for Major Recordings. Group discussion of techniques for individual project	Discussion
Class 12	Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans	Reports DUE. On Track Check	Presentation of Reports.
Class 13	Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans	Reports & Techniques Discussions	Presentation of Reports.
Class 14	Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans	Reports & Techniques Discussions	Presentation of Reports.
Class 15	Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans	Reports & Techniques Discussions	Presentation of Reports.
Class 16	Presentation of Reports: Pre-Production Plans	Reports & Techniques Discussions	Presentation of Reports.

*Note: Assessment 3 will be due Week 15 Semester 2

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in a series of practical recording projects and exercises that will help equip you with the skills to successfully manage sound and music production, using industry standard equipment and procedures.

Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.  

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. 
 
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions 

Assessment Task 2:Pre-production Plan Presentation 

Assessment Task 3:Major Project Reflection

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: 

CA: Competency Achieved 
NYC: Not Yet Competent 
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

Other Information

Attendance: 

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises  

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 

Information about your studies: 

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 

Assessment: 

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time): 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:  

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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