FSMP2-SW05 Studio Practice and Workflows
FSMP2-SW05 Studio Practice and Workflows
- Course description
- Course codeFSMP2-SW05
- Level of study5.2
- Program of studySound and Music Production 2 Composition
- Credits5
- Course coordinatorHerbrand Larsen, Audun Ofstad Borrmann
This course introduces the fresh 2nd year students to the systems and workings of the large studio on campus. The course is common to the Sound Engineering and Composition specialisations. Students lay an important foundation by being able to use the studio for simpler tasks and understand routing and technical equipment. It will enable them to be self-sufficient in recording and exporting projects under normal operations.
The students will practise collaboration with, and supporting other roles in the studio. They will experience the studio environment and culture, and help record the first-year students introductionary project. They will be exposed to routines and simple troubleshooting of studio equipment and the Mac OS. Sound engineering students will start using Pro Tools as their main DAW of the year.
This course gives the students a basic introduction and necessary foundation to utilise the multi-room studio in assignments and project. It fulfils learning outcomes regarding technical, practical and social aspects of working in sound and music production.
The candidate:
- Has Introductory knowledge on working in a multi-room studio
- Has Introductory knowledge on Infrastructure and signal flow in a multi-room studio
- Has Introductory knowledge on troubleshooting, routines and light maintenance of technical equipment in the studio
- Has Introductory knowledge of multi-musician recording, and the performers needs in larger studio recordings
- Has Introductory knowledge of acoustics
- Has introductory knowledge of Pro Tools
The candidate:
- can apply knowledge to use equipment and software in a multi-room recording studio
- can use studio equipment and software to handle a simple multi-musician live recording in a professional recording studio
- can apply knowledge to handle a live recording in a music production software
- can find information and material relevant to solving a daily technical issue in a recording studio
The candidate:
- can carry out a live recording in a professional multiroom recording studio
- can collaborate professionally with musicians and other stakeholders in a live studio setting
- can work independently in a professional multiroom studio
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.
Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.