FM2IKSE20 Industry Knowledge in Practice for Sound Engineers
FM2IKSE20 Industry Knowledge in Practice for Sound Engineers
- Course description
- Course CodeFM2IKSE20
- Level of Study5.2
- Program of StudySound & Music Production 2 Sound Engineering
- Credits20
- Study Plan CoordinatorAudun Ofstad Borrmann
This course consolidates advanced studio practice with a focus on finishing workflows and professional readiness. Core topics include the stages of prep to final delivery, file exchange, versioning, archiving and backup; format customisation for different use-cases; and quality assurance against industry standards for music and media. Sessions address mastering techniques, loudness practices and deliverable formats in media post. Professional orientation covers career pathways, pricing and valuation, basic business routines (budgeting, invoicing, VAT), application writing, and ethical norms and soft skills in client-facing work. Portfolio preparation is supported throughout to present skills and outcomes clearly.
Learning culminates in an integrated music + media project. Teams plan and execute multi-room recording sessions, complete mixes and masters to specification, and deliver a coherent media soundtrack through music, dialogue, effects and sound design. Emphasis is placed on reliable scheduling, and communication of technical choices to non-technical collaborators. Across the course, students apply transferable production methods, iterate based on feedback, and align creative decisions with defined artistic goals and delivery requirements, producing results that are consistent, standards-compliant and presentation-ready
The candidate...
- Has knowledge of the different stages of final products in sound and music production
- Has knowledge of delivery requirements, standards, quality assurance.
- Has knowledge of format customisation and completion
- Has knowledge of file transfers, archiving, backup
- Has knowledge of career opportunities
- Has introductory knowledge of basic business economics, accounting, VAT
- Has knowledge of pricing, valuation of own efforts and market adaptation
- Has knowledge of application writing
- Has knowledge of, and can reflect on values, norms and soft skills in the industry
- Can plan and carry out a portfolio preparation
- Has detailed knowledge of multi-track recording, mixing, and mastering techniques for music production
- Understands loudness standards, deliverable formats, and production roles in media post
- Has knowledge of sound design principles and technical post-production workflows for media
The candidate...
- Can plan and carry out preparation for mix, stems, deliverables, versioning, file exchange
- can apply vocational knowledge to practical and theoretical problems regarding the business and career side of practicing in the music and media industries
- Can carry out professional standard recording sessions for vocals and instruments using multi-room studio workflows
- Can mix and master original songs to meet commercial loudness and tonal balance standards
- Can plan and complete audio post-production in collaboration with composers and media producers
- Can contribute to a cohesive audio-visual result through technical and creative communication
- Can creatively apply effects and processing, and contribute to the production in line with musical goals and artistic direction
- Can clean, edit and mix dialogue, sound effects, and ambience for a complete media soundtrack
- Can implement technical solutions and creative sound design to enhance a media product
- Can deliver final audio mixes that comply with broadcast or streaming standards
The candidate...
- can carry out work based on external specifications, planing good logistics, implementing relevant standards throughout a music and sound production process individually ,and in teams.
- Has knowledge of company forms and contracts
- understands ethical principles that apply in the music and media industries
- has developed an ethical attitude to practicing their discipline
- can adjust to and carry out work based on the needs of selected target groups within the music and media industries
- can build relations with their peers across discipline boundaries and with external target groups
- can develop work methods, products and/or services relevant to practising the discipline
- Can create and present a portfolio of work for presentation with an industry target group
- Can manage and execute technical and creative workflows in collaboration with creative team members, ensuring a final product that meets artistic and technical standards
- Can ensure final deliverables meet client expectations and technical requirements
- Can make independent artistic decisions and take responsibility for professional production outcomes
- Can professionally document and explain technical decisions to both creative and technical stakeholders Can plan and complete audio post-production in collaboration with composers and media producers
- Can contribute to a cohesive audio-visual result through technical and creative communication
- Can explain and justify sound design choices to creative team members and external stakeholders
In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:
- Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
- Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
- Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
- Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
- Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
- Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
- Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
- Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
| Form of assessment | Grading scale | Grouping | Duration of assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
Course Assignment | Grade A-F |