Live Performance Technology - Curricula

Live Performance Technology
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, 240 ECTS

Bachelor of Culture and Arts

Academic year 2020 - 2021

Academic and Communication Skills KM00EJ17-3001 01.08.2020-31.07.2021 5 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students know their physical and social study environment and the academic counselling and study practices at the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. Students know the structure of the curriculum and they are able to complete their study plan. Students recognize their strengths and development areas in learning. Students are capable of international skills development and goal-oriented career planning.

The student is able to communicate and interact when studying and in working life. The student is able to produce various types of texts in their own field for different channels. The student is familiar with the good practices of oral and written communication and is able to apply them appropriately. The student is able to utilise their language and communication skills for the continuous development of their thinking and expertise.

Students know how to operate in the academic ICT environment. Students know how to use the academic information systems, office suite software and social media tools.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Course contents

- Physical and social study environment and the essential rules and regulations concerning higher education
- Academic counselling and study practices, learning and study skills, curricula, study planning and Individual Study Plan (ISP)
- Student affairs and services
- Information about work in the relevant industry and international skills
- Basics of information retrieval and referencing guidelines
- Academic writing
- Oral communication and interaction skills
- Expert-level text skills and writing of professional texts
- Interaction skills: customer communication, group work and negotiation situations
- Presentation skills, effective speaking and giving feedback
- Communication in project and in research and development work
- Communication planning and assessment
- Good practices of digital communication
- Pertinent information systems at Metropolia, office suite software and social media tools

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students have an overview of the key study practices and can use information tehcnological systemis needed in their studies. Students observe their own learning. Students can with guidance use and produce both oral and written materials needed in specialized professional work.

Good

Students are familiar with the study practices and can fjluently use information technological systems needed in their studies. Students can independently use and produce oral and written materials needend in specialized professional work.

Excellent

Students know the key study practices and can fluently use information tehcnological systems needed in their studies. Students can reflectively assess their own learning processes and are able to develop their learning abilities. Students can use and produce both oral and written materials needed in specialized professional work in a goal-oriented way. Students show willingness to develop their competencies in interactive and communication skills as specialists in their field.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Teachers share the materials of their own parts during the course

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, learning assignments, learning discussions

Assessment methods and criteria

Communication skills: 40% Learning assignments and attendance
IT: 30% Learning assignments and attendance
Study orientation: 30% Learning assignments and attendance

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen, Timo Raatikainen, Mika Säteri

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Work placement(s)

Study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

1,5 ECTS study orientation
1,5 ECTS IT
2 ECTS Communication skills

Content periodicity

n/a

Location and Time

Academic year 2020-2021, Hämeentie 161
Development Project 1 KM00EJ41-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students can assess and develop their competencies and working skills in the field of live performance engineering. They develop and use their own expertise by plannin and / or executing a personal research and development project based on development needs in an organization. The students recognize and give a rationale to the development needs and use their problem solving, co-operation and communication skills in the development process. They can report and present the research and development process and its results. The goal of the research and development project is to deepen and widen the professional expertise of the students.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The participant is familiar with the use of live performance engineering in diverse use environments, knows the key safety regulations and practices, and has basic skills and knowledge related to the use of live performance engineering systems according to the requirements of the project.

Course contents

Executing a personal research and development project in an organization. The course may contain lectures, workshops and group assingments in addition to the practical research and development work.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The students can execute, report and present a personal research and development assignment.

Good

The students can execute, report and present a personal research and development assignment. The students assess their own role and the work environment related to the research and development project. In their presentations the students demonstrate their expertise, and the language and layout of the report is appropriate.

Excellent

The students can execute a challenging research and development project in a professional manner. They assess analyticaly and critically their own role, functioning of the organization, and prerequisities for the research and development work. In their presentations the students demonstrate expertise and the language and layout of the report is almost immaculate.

Further information

Recommended additional studies: The student and study councelor decide additional studies during personal curriculum discussions.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Provided by teacher of the course unit.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, groupwork, implementation of the develpment project

Assessment methods and criteria

Project report and presentation 50 %
Attendance and learning assignments 50 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully. A common timetable for the implementation of the project will be drawn up.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

To be agreed with the teacher of the course unit and tutor.

Work placement(s)

Projects are carried out in cooperation with working life where applicable. Basically in development projects students develop their own work and workplace or other organization.

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Planning
Tutoring sessions
Project work
Report
Presentation

Content periodicity

Periodicity will be defined in the beginning of the course unit.

Location and Time

Autumn 2020, Hämeentie 161 and workplaces of the projects.
Essentials of Performance Arts 1 KM00EJ21-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students can identify the mainstreams of the historical development in live performance productions and performing arts. They understand the connection between the current live performance production its earlier history. The students can outline the main features of past live performance productions to the present day. They can critically evaluate the present state of their field and future aspects with respect to history. The students are able to analyze live performances they see: they can name, describe and relate to each other different elements of a live performance, especially from the point of view of elements related to live performance engineering. The students are able to acquire information related to the history of live performance arts.

Course contents

Main features of the history of western performing arts
Main features of the history of live performance engineering.
Analysis of live performances.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The students know for the most part the outline of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering, and the key concepts of live performance analysis.

Good

The students know well the outline of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering, and the key concepts of live performance analysis. They are able to research and acquire new information about the history of the field of plive erformance arts. They are able to analyze structures and elements of a live performance.

Excellent

The students know well the outline of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering, and the key concepts of live performance analysis. They are able to research and acquire new information about the history of live performance arts. They are able to analyze structures and elements of a live performance in a detailed and versatile way. They are able to apply their knowledge of the history of performing arts in their activities in a versatile way.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Instructions on the use of materials can be obtained from the teacher of the course in the beginning of the course unit at the latest.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, learning assignments, learning journal

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignment and presentation 50%
Attendance, assignments and learning journal 50%

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Work placement(s)

The contents of the course are reflected on student own work experience.

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Content periodicity

More information about the contents is available on course document.

Location and Time

Autumn 2020, Hämeentie 161
History and Fundamentals of Performing Arts KM00CZ23-3003 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (KXH19S1) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students can identify the mainstreams of the historical development in live performance productions and performing arts. They understand the connection between the current live performance production its earlier history. The students can outline the main features of past live performance productions to the present day. They can critically evaluate the present state of their field and future aspects with respect to history. The students know the key concepts of dramaturgy and can recognize dramaturgical structures from the texts and other materials and performances. They can analyze the performance as a whole as well as the technical sections in the context of live performance engineering.

Course contents

Main features of the history of western performing arts
Main features of the history of live performance engineering.
Fundamental concepts of dramaturgy and performance analyses.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The student understands the basic outline of the main features of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering as well as fundamental concepts of dramaturgy.

Good

The student understands well the outline of the main features of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering as well as fundamental concepts of dramaturgy. The student can research and find out new information about the history of the field.

Excellent

The student understands well the outline of the main features of the history of performing arts and live performance engineering as well as fundamental concepts of dramaturgy. The student can research and find out new information about the history of the field. The student can apply his/her knowledge in his/her professional activities.

Name of lecturer(s)

Timo Hiekkanen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, learning assignments, learning journal

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignment and presentation 50%
Attendance, assignments and learning journal 50%

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH19S1
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Location and Time

Up-to-date info at lukkarit.metropolia.fi
Internship 2 KM00DA09-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 15 credits (KXH17S1) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are able to
- perceive the operating environment and occupational roles of their professional field
- apply their knowledge and skills in their work
- perform to a professional standard in the various situations of interaction in the work community
- assess and develop their competence in reference to the demands of the industry.

Course contents

Internship in the student's professional field.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Internship will be graded pass / fail.

Good

Internship will be graded pass / fail.

Excellent

Internship will be graded pass / fail.

Further information

The internship will be completed in one or two phases. In order to earn 15 credits for the internship, the student should work full-time for 10 weeks.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The internship is carried out according to the internship instructions of the degree programme.

Assessment methods and criteria

The internship is assessed according to the internship instructions of the degree programme.

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 15 credits
Group(s)
- KXH17S1
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

Further information is available from internship instructions and tutor.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Completion alternatives

n/a

Work placement(s)

Internship is carried out on workplace and in cooperation with employer.

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

Internship can be carried out abroad.

Students use of time and load

n/a

Content periodicity

n/a

Location and Time

n/a
Project studies 3 KM00DK58-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 10 credits (KXH18S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are able to apply and deepen the knowledge they have acquired during their studies. Students can further develop their competence by working in projects and productions. Students learn to control technical entities and the inherent applications in professional performing arts productions. They understand the technical, organizational and performance-specific challenges related to live performance productions. Students develop their project management skills. While working on a project, students are able to plan their work, draw up technical documents and report on their contribution to the project.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Participant is acquainted with the use of theatre and performance technology in different environments and knows essential safety requirements and practices of technical theatre work. Participant has basic knowledge and skills to use light, sound, stage and/or video systems in the extent required by the project studies.

Course contents

The main purpose of the projects is to further develop the project management, interaction, documentation and technical skills.

Students complete a variety of projects, some of which are undertaken with an industry partner.

This module may include also lectures, workshops and other learning methods.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students can identify the different phases of a project. Students are able to schedule their work in the project and take the safety practices into account. During the project, students need assistance only occasionally. Students can write reports and draw up technical documents. They understand the importance of efficient organization in live performance projects. Students are able work in a team.

Good

Students can identify the different phases of a project and see the project as a whole. Students are able to plan and organize their work in the project as well as the work of the team. Students are safety-oriented and they demonstrate mastery of the key technical skills of the trade.
Students are able to draw up explicit technical documents and reports with appropriate software. In the reports, students are able to introduce and explain the choices they made.

Excellent

Students master the main tools of project planning and they are able to plan and organize the work of a team. Students contribute to the creation of a safe working environment and safe working practices. Students have solid trade-specific skills and they are capable of demanding technical planning. In the reports, students are able to introduce their choices with thorough argumentation. Technical documentation is comprehensive, explicit and logical. Students have good teamwork and organizational skills.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Provided by the teacher of the course unit.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Project work; planning of the project, project work, reporting and presentation of the project.

Assessment methods and criteria

Project report (including reflection) and presentation 100 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 10 credits
Group(s)
- KXH18S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully. A common timetable for the implementation of the project will be drawn up.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Completion alternatives

To be agreed with the teacher of the course unit and tutor.

Work placement(s)

Projects are carried out in cooperation with working life where applicable. Basically all project studies are carried out in practical productions.

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Planning
Tutoring sessions
Project work
Report
Presentation

Content periodicity

Periodicity is determined by practicalities of the projects.

Location and Time

Fall 2020, Hämeentie 161 and workplaces of the projects.
Project studies 3 KM00CZ44-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 10 credits (KXH19S1) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are able to apply and deepen the knowledge they have acquired during their studies. Students can further develop their competence by working in projects and productions. Students learn to control technical entities and the inherent applications in professional performing arts productions. They understand the technical, organizational and performance-specific challenges related to live performance productions. Students develop their project management skills. While working on a project, students are able to plan their work, draw up technical documents and report on their contribution to the project.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Participant is acquainted with the use of theatre and performance technology in different environments and knows essential safety requirements and practices of technical theatre work. Participant has basic knowledge and skills to use light, sound, stage and/or video systems in the extent required by the project studies.

Course contents

he main purpose of the projects is to further develop the project management, interaction, documentation and technical skills.

Students complete a variety of projects, some of which are undertaken with an industry partner.

This module may include also lectures, workshops and other learning methods.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students can identify the different phases of a project. Students are able to schedule their work in the project and take the safety practices into account. During the project, students need assistance only occasionally. Students can write reports and draw up technical documents. They understand the importance of efficient organization in live performance projects. Students are able work in a team.

Good

Students can identify the different phases of a project and see the project as a whole. Students are able to plan and organize their work in the project as well as the work of the team. Students are safety-oriented and they demonstrate mastery of the key technical skills of the trade.
Students are able to draw up explicit technical documents and reports with appropriate software. In the reports, students are able to introduce and explain the choices they made.

Excellent

Students master the main tools of project planning and they are able to plan and organize the work of a team. Students contribute to the creation of a safe working environment and safe working practices. Students have solid trade-specific skills and they are capable of demanding technical planning. In the reports, students are able to introduce their choices with thorough argumentation. Technical documentation is comprehensive, explicit and logical. Students have good teamwork and organizational skills.

Name of lecturer(s)

Timo Hiekkanen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Contact learning in lectures and workshops, project and documentation

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment, Learning journal, Attendance

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 10 credits
Group(s)
- KXH19S1
Teacher(s)

Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher.

Work placement(s)

Applicable parts of the project studies are conducted in cooperation with employers.
Project studies 6 KM00DA07-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 15 credits (KXH17S1) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are able to apply and deepen the knowledge they have acquired during their studies. Students can further develop their competence by working in projects and productions. Students learn to control technical entities and the inherent applications in professional performing arts productions. They understand the technical, organizational and performance-specific challenges related to live performance productions. Students develop their project management skills. While working on a project, students are able to plan their work, draw up technical documents and report on their contribution to the project.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Participant is acquainted with the use of theatre and performance technology in different environments and knows essential safety requirements and practices of technical theatre work. Participant has basic knowledge and skills to use light, sound, stage and/or video systems in the extent required by the project studies.

Course contents

The main purpose of the projects is to further develop the project management, interaction, documentation and technical skills.
Students complete a variety of projects, some of which are undertaken with an industry partner.
This module may include also lectures, workshops and other learning methods.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students can identify the different phases of a project. Students are able to schedule their work in the project and take the safety practices into account. During the project, students need assistance only occasionally. Students can write reports and draw up technical documents. They understand the importance of efficient organization in live performance projects. Students are able work in a team.

Good

Students can identify the different phases of a project and see the project as a whole. Students are able to plan and organize their work in the project as well as the work of the team. Students are safety-oriented and they demonstrate mastery of the key technical skills of the trade.
Students are able to draw up explicit technical documents and reports with appropriate software. In the reports, students are able to introduce and explain the choices they made.

Excellent

Students master the main tools of project planning and they are able to plan and organize the work of a team. Students contribute to the creation of a safe working environment and safe working practices. Students have solid trade-specific skills and they are capable of demanding technical planning. In the reports, students are able to introduce their choices with thorough argumentation. Technical documentation is comprehensive, explicit and logical. Students have good teamwork and organizational skills.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Provided by teacher of the course unit.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Project work; planning of the project, project work, reporting and presentation of the project.

Assessment methods and criteria

Project report (including reflection) and presentation 100 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 15 credits
Group(s)
- KXH17S1
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen, Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

To be agreed with the teacher of the course unit and tutor.

Work placement(s)

Projects are carried out in cooperation with working life where applicable. Basically all project studies are carried out in practical productions.

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Planning
Tutoring sessions
Project work
Report
Presentation

Content periodicity

Periodicity is determined by practicalities of the projects and will be defined in the beginning of the course unit.

Location and Time

Fall 2020, Hämeentie 161 and workplaces of the projects.
Safety in Performing Arts Environment KM00EJ23-3001 01.08.2020-31.07.2021 5 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students understand safe working practices as a significant part of their professional competencies in live performance engineering. They advance and sustain a safe and sustainble working enviroment in their workplace. They are familiar with the factors related to ergonomy in their work and work in an ergonomical way. They are familiar with the protective equipment needed in live performance engineering work and uses the equipment when needed. They can prevent fires in live performance venues. They know how to work safely in fall-risk zones. They are able to work safely with the electronic systems related to live performance engineering. They can work safely with the most common tools, and can use chemicals common in live performance activities in a safe way. They can handle and suspend live performance technological equipment safely.

Course contents

Safety in live performance engineerin
Ergonomical work practices
Protective equipment
Fire safety in live performance venues
Electrical safety of live performance tehcnology
Working in fall-risk zones
Safe use of tools and chemicals
Safety in suspension

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The students are familiar with the safety practices of the professional field and are able to acquire information related to them. They can work in professional situations following instructions.

Good

The students are familiar with the concepts and knowledge base of the safety practices of the professional field. They are safety-oriented and able to work independently in professional situations.

Excellent

The students are able to use the concepts and source materials related to safety in the professional field in a concistent and versatile way. They are able to apply the knowledge base in their professional capacity. They advance safe activities and are able to sustain safe conditions in performance activities.

Further information

The learning outcomes and contents of the course are defined according to the pan-european ETTE safety competences

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, workshops, learning assignments, study visits, learning journal

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignment and presentation 60 %
Attendance and activity 40 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.07.2021

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Work placement(s)

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

More information about workshops is available on schedule of the course document.

Content periodicity

More information about workshops is available on schedule of the course document.
Sound Engineering KM00EJ28-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 5 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students know the equipment of live performance sound systems. They know the properties, potential uses, operational principles and special requirements of the relevant devices. Students are able to accurately interpret sound system documentation. Students are aware of the inherent safety risks and take them into account while using the systems.

Course contents

- Sound systems, devices and their operating principles
- Sound system software
- Signal transfer and network solutions
- Symbols and markings in sound documentation
- Safety risks and practices

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students know the specialist terminology and use it correctly. Students know the relevant safety practices. Students are able to find further information on live sound engineering. Students can follow the given instructions in live projects.

Good

Students are well versed in the concepts and fundamental knowledge of live sound engineering. Students are safety-oriented and they are able to act independently in live projects. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them in practice.

Excellent

Students use the relevant concepts and information sources systematically and effectively. Students are able to apply fundamental knowledge of live sound engineering in live projects. Students contribute to safe working practices and they are able to act independently and responsibly in the industry. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them across the board.

Further information

Recommended additional studies: The student and study councelor decide additional studies during personal curriculum discussions.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, workshops, learning assignments, study visits

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignment and presentation 50%
Attendance and activity 50%

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 5 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen, Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Work placement(s)

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Lectures
Workshops
Learning assignments

Content periodicity

More information about workshops is available on schedule of the course document.

Location and Time

Hämeentie 161
Sound Technology KM00CZ33-3002 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 10 credits (KXH19S1) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students know the equipment and their properties in live performance sound systems. They know the properties, potential for use, operational principles and special requirements of the systems. Students are able to accurately interpret sound system documentation. Students understand the planning principles or the sound system and can build a functioning sound system. They can use the mixers.
The students understand technology in the field as a part of live performance production and understand the job requirements in the field. Students are aware of the inherent safety risks of the systems and can take them into account while setting up and using the systems. Students are able to apply their skills into practice.

Course contents

- Sound technology related systems, devices and their operating principles
- Sound system software, signal transfer and network solutions
- Planning principles of the sound system
- Symbols and markings in sound documentation
- Using mixers
- Safety risks and practices regarding the systems

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students know the specialist terminology and use it correctly. Students know the relevant safety practices. Students are able to find further information on lighting engineering. Students can follow the given instructions in live projects.

Good

Students are well versed in the concepts and fundamental knowledge of lighting engineering. Students are safety-oriented and they are able to act independently in lighting projects. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them in practice.

Excellent

Students use the relevant concepts and information sources systematically and effectively. Student are able to apply fundamental knowledge of lighting engineering in live projects. Students contribute to safe working practices and they are able to act independently and responsibly in the industry. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them across the board.

Name of lecturer(s)

Timo Hiekkanen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

Materials distributed during course unit, technical white papers

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lectures, workshops, learning assignments, study visits, learning journal

Assessment methods and criteria

Skills demonstration 60%
Learning assignment and presentation 25%
Workshops assignments and learning journal 15%

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 10 credits
Group(s)
- KXH19S1
Teacher(s)

Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

0-5

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Work placement(s)

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

n/a

Content periodicity

n/a

Location and Time

Up-to-date info at lukkarit.metropolia.fi
Technical Applications 3 KM00EJ34-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2021 15 credits (KXH20S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

The students are able to assess their competency needs and develop their versatile competencies in live performance engineering by acquiring essential supplemetary competencies. The students get acquainted with a professional field supplementing or supporting their present competencies and are able to apply their learning in a tehcnological-artistic production process. The students are able to use technology in a wider manner in their own professional field, and are able to recognize the effects of technological development in the field of live performance engineering.

Course contents

The study unit consists of learning content that supports the development of professional competencies in the field of live performance engineering.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

The students have been acquainted with competency fields related to their professional competencies.

Good

The students are able to assess their competencies and develop them with essential supplementary studies. The students have well deepened and widened their competencies by familiarizing themselves with competency fields that supplement and support their present competencies, and are able to apply their learning in their own professional field.

Excellent

The students are able to assess their competencies and develop them with essential supplementary studies. The students have deepened and widened their competencies in a comprehensive and versatile mannery by familiarizing themselves with competency fields that supplement and support well their present competencies, and have been applying their learning in their own professional field in an especially meritious way.

Further information

The students and the study councelor agree on the supplementary studies in curriculum discussions. Precise lIearning outcomes and evaluation criteria are defined according to courses chosen. Possible contents of the In addition to advanced studies, Technical applications course may consist of studies in electric engineering, technical planning and production, mathematics or physics, or software and information networks.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan.
Each specialized workshop can consist of lectures, workshops and learning assignments.

Assessment methods and criteria

Attendance 100 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2021

Enrollment date

02.07.2020 - 31.07.2020
- 15 credits
Group(s)
- KXH20S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen, Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit and tutor.

Work placement(s)

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan

Content periodicity

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan.
More information about workshops is available on schedule of the course document.

Location and Time

The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari with code KXHSYV.
Technical Applications 4 KM00DK51-3001 01.08.2020-31.12.2020 10 credits (KXH18S2) + -
Learning outcomes of the course

Students are complementing their own professional competence with the course. The students become familiar with their own professional skills that are complementing or supporting their professional competence. The students are able to apply what they have learned into their own professional field.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

The participant of the course is familiar with live performance engineering in a variety of operating environments. They are familiar with the key safety regulations and policies. The participants have gained the basic knowledge and skills in operating the systems in the field.

Course contents

The course consists of content supporting and developing professional competence in the field of live performance engineering.

Assessment criteria

Satisfactory

Students know the specialist terminology and use it correctly. Students know the relevant safety practices. Students are able to find further information on the topics in question. Students can follow the given instructions in live projects.

Good

Students are well versed in the relevant concepts and relevant fundamental knowledge. Students are safety-oriented and they are able to act independently in live projects. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them in practice.

Excellent

Students use the relevant concepts and information sources systematically and effectively. Students are able to apply relevant fundamental knowledge in live projects. Students contribute to safe working practices and they are able to act independently and responsibly in the industry. Students master the principles of technical planning and know how to apply them in practice across the board.

Further information

The student and the supervisor agreed to complete studies at the conversations regarding the individual study path. More precise learning outcomes and assessment criteria are defined in each study unit. The course “Technical applications” can consist of, for example, in addition to advanced studies in the field, studies in mathematics or physics, as well as studies in software or information network.

Name of lecturer(s)

Mikko Pirinen

Mode of delivery

Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading

n/a

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan.
Each specialized workshop can consist of lectures, workshops and learning assignments.

Assessment methods and criteria

Attendance 100 %

Language of instruction

Tuition in Finnish

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Enrollment date

04.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
- 10 credits
Group(s)
- KXH18S2
Teacher(s)

Mikko Pirinen, Timo Hiekkanen

Further information for students

The course requires at least 80% attendance. The procedure for replacing the absence is agreed with the teacher in charge of the course unit. The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari. Further information about the workshops in the course can be found in a separate document. All parts of the course must be completed successfully.

Unit, in charge

School of Media, Design and Conservation

Degree Programme

Live Performance Technology

Unit location

Hämeentie 161

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Completion alternatives

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit and tutor.

Work placement(s)

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam schedule

n/a

International connections

n/a

Students use of time and load

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan

Content periodicity

Study unit consists of specialized workshops agreed in personal study plan.
More information about workshops is available on schedule of the course document.

Location and Time

The schedule of the course can be found in Lukkari with code KXHSYV.

Academic year 2021 - 2022

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.

Contact

Head of Degree Programme
Mikko Pirinen
P.O.Box 4040, 00079 Metropolia
Visiting Address: Hämeentie 161, 00560 Helsinki
Tel: +358 40 047 0564
E-mail: firstname.lastname[at]metropolia.fi

Course Structure Diagram

Live Performance Engineering

Specific admission requirements

There are no specific admission requirements in the Degree Program in Live Performance Engineering. All qualified applicants who have passed the three-year upper secondary education or vocational upper secondary education are eligible to apply to the degree programme. The Degree Program in Live Performance Engineering uses entrance examinations for student selections.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

According to the Degree Regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences students may apply for identification and accreditation of prior learning as part of their compulsory or optional studies, provided they have prior learning corresponding to the curriculum before the course in question begins.

Qualification requirements and regulations

See the Degree Regulations of the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences >>

Profile of the programme

The degree programme in live performance engineering acts a courageous reformer regarding multiskilled expertise and also as a responsible developer of expertise in constantly changing field. The Bachelors of Arts in live performance engineering master the systems in lighting, sound, audiovisual and stage engineering in a versatile way. The graduates work in a wide range of professional technical tasks as parts of artistic teams and production organizations. The work tasks are executed mainly at theatre and opera houses, cultural and community centers, in live performance production and planning, concert and festival activities and international live performance productions, production planning agencies as well as sales and installation related activities.
The graduates in the field are constantly ready to acquire skills in new technological applications and meet the challenges posed by new production models and forms of performance.
Planning and building reliable and secure systems to meet the needs of performances, fluently operating the equipment and fast problem solving are commonplace for them. The graduates are functioning in an innovative and creative way in the rapidly developing environment in live performance engineering and can develop operating environments in the field of performing arts.

Key learning outcomes

The graduates from the degree programme of Bachelor of Arts in Live Performance Engineering are able to work in technical planning, operational and / or supervisory positions in the field of live performance and event technology. They are familiar with the lighting, sound, and video systems related to live performance engineering and have a wide knowledge of stage technology, and may have special expertize in some areas of the professional field. The graduates understand the work processes in live performance engineering and can participate in them as technical experts. They understand the special safety requirements of performance activities, and are able to advance safe working practices. They can work effectively in project type work in responsible roles related to their own professional field. The Bachelors of Art in Performance Engineering have good abilities for continuous learning and development of their competencies in a rapidly changing environment. They are able solve problems creatively in changing situations and can make decisions in unforeseen situations. They can assess and develop working practices and take into account the global and technological developments in the professional field in their work.

Occupational profiles of graduates with examples

The Bachelor of Arts graduates in live performance engineering work in a wide range of professional technical tasks in planning and/or leadership positions in live performance technology. They can also work in various performance venues, and as parts of production organizations and artistic teams. They master the systems in lighting, sound, audiovisual and stage engineering in a versatile way. They are acquainted with the tools and practices of the technical planning and implementation of various productions. The work tasks are executed mainly at theatre and opera houses, cultural and community centers, in live performance production and planning, concert and festival activities and international live performance productions, production planning agencies as well as sales and installation related activities.

Access to further studies

Graduates are eligible to apply for admission in a Master’s degree programme at a university.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

According to the Degree Regulations of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences course assessment criteria are specified in the course implementation plan. The teacher in charge of the course will be responsible for the assessment. At the beginning of the course students must be informed on the assessment principles which must be based on the course objectives. Assessment takes primarily place for each course and applies to the students who have registered and been accepted on the course. If necessary, different components of a course may be assessed individually. If the course consists of several components, the teacher may point this out in the assessment principles contained in the implementation plan.
The assessment scale is as follows: excellent (5), very good (4), good (3), very satisfactory (2), satisfactory (1), fail (0) and pass (P). Any deviations of this scale will be decided by the President.

Graduation requirements

The student has completed all the studies included in the degree curriculum within a time period defined by the Metropolia Degree Regulations.

Mode of study

The degree is offered as a full-time on-campus study programme as well as a combination of on-campus and off-campus study.

Level of qualification

Bachelor's Degree (First Cycle)

Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning

The studies are implemented with diverse co-operation with working life. Studies include a 30 ECTS work placement which can also be divided in two 15 ECTS work placements.

Obligatory or Optional Mobility

Students have opportunities to participate student exchange and international work placement during 3rd and 4th years of the studies.

Live Performance TechnologyBachelor of Culture and Arts, 240 ECTS