Sound Technology (10 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

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.

Content

- 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

Teaching methods

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

Location and time

Up-to-date info at lukkarit.metropolia.fi

Learning materials and recommended literature

Materials distributed during course unit, technical white papers

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Must be agreed with teacher of the course unit

Internship and working life connections

Workshops lead by specialists from the field and study visits

Exam dates and retake possibilities

n/a

International connections

n/a

Student workload

n/a

Content scheduling

n/a

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.

Assessment methods and criteria

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

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

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.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

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.