Courses & Units
Tools, Techniques and Sound FCA120
Introduction
This is the first of three units designed to establish key practical and theoretical skills relating to the practice of music required for today’s creative musician. You will establish essential literacies through integrated music theory and musicianship training using relevant software and technology as appropriate. You will also learn principles of sound capture and/or reinforcement and their application relative to your specific musical context
Summary
| Unit name | Tools, Techniques and Sound |
|---|---|
| Unit code | FCA120 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Creative Arts and Media |
| Discipline | Music |
| Coordinator | Ms Shan Deng |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Identify harmonic, melodic and/or rhythmic materials
- Explain and express harmonic, melodic and/or rhythmic material
- Explain and apply use of audio techniques and equipment
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
FCP101, FCA104, FCA102Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly classes including lectures, workshops and tutorials (up to 4 hrs weekly) Plus self-directed learning 2-3 hrs per week |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Task 2: Audio Assessment (20%)|Task 3: Aural Assessment (20%)|Task 4: Theory Assignment (20%)|Task 1: Homework and Formative Assessments (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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