Introduction to Studio Work (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The student learns the basics of operating the studio equipment required by music productions. The student knows the fundamentals and terminology of hearing, sound and acoustics, the operating principles of electronic music devices and instruments, and is capable of searching for information regarding these. The student is acquainted with basic studio equipment and signal routing and knows how to use them appropriately in practical applications.

The student is capable of working in a small group as a musician, sound engineer or producer and knows how to utilize their skills in a recording situation. The student understands the different roles in groups, group processes, the principles of leadership and knows the basics of successful group work.

Content

Studio work, basic skills and knowledge of music technology. Preparation, organisation and completion of a recording session. Group and self-evaluation.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites.

Teaching methods

Small group tutorial
Interactive lecture
Learning assignements
Contact teaching
Project learning

Location and time

Weekly lessons wednesdays 9-12.15 at the studio starting 19.1.2022
Studio project during project week (week 11) every day 9-20

Learning materials and recommended literature

Huber, David Miles & Runstein, Robert. 2013. Modern recording techniques. Focal press. Available https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/modern-recording-techniques/9781317356653/?sso_link=yes&sso_link_from=metropolia-university
Winer, Ethan. 2012 tai uudempi. The Audio Expert. Focal Press. Available https://learning.oreilly.com/library/view/the-audio-expert/9780240821009/?sso_link=yes&sso_link_from=metropolia-university

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Online exam in february

Student workload

Weekly lessons
Studio project
Online exam
Self-motivated work

Content scheduling

Weekly lessons wednesdays 9-12.15 at the studio starting 19.1.2022
Studio project during project week (week 11) every day 9-20

Further information for students

Weekly lessons wednesdays 9-12.15 at the studio starting 19.1.2022
Studio project during project week (week 11) every day 9-20

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment
Participation to lessons
Learning assignements
Studio work
Online exam

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

- The student can operate in a recording studio environment in collaboration with a group.
- The student knows the basic principles and workflows of recording and mixing.
- The student can use a digital audio workstation in a recording studio environment.
- The student can use the terminology of music technology.
- The student can troubleshoot and resolve common problems in a recording studio environment.
- The student can complete and submit the set exercises and assignments according to schedule.