Advanced Certificate in Sound Engineering and Production

Module Information

Sound Engineering/Sound Production

Level 6 QQI Award: Media Production (6M5130)

Course Content (Module Names and Codes)

Sound Engineering and Music Technology (6N4981)

This module aims to give the students experience and skills in creating electronic music, as well as developing their ability to create soundtracks for film and TV.  Learn the skills of audio post-production including scoring, foley sound and the use of sound libraries.  Learn how to program beats, control synthesizers, edit audio and manipulate samples within software.

Assessment: Project (60%), Assignments (x2) (40%).

Studio and Location Sound Production (6N4981)

This module covers various aspects of sound recording, both in the studio and on location.  Gain the knowledge, skill and competence to record and mix a song using the college's recording studio.  In addition, students will learn how to record sound on location.

Assessment: Skills Demonstration (30%), Project (50%), Examination - Theory (20%).

Arts Event Management (6N3451)

This module equips the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and stage an event, covering areas such as planning, arts organisation management, branding, marketing, audience development, sustainability, risk assessment, budgeting, logistics and documenting the event.  Having completed this module the student will be able to project manage events of different scales and types including live music concerts.

Assessment: Skills Demonstration (60%). Collection of Work (40%).

Media Ethics and Legal Framework (6N5453)

The aim of this module is to equip the learner with an in-depth understanding of the ethical guidelines and legislation which apply to print, broadcast and online media industries.

Assessment: Project (60%), Examination - Theory (40%.

Multimedia Sound (6N4514)

In this module, learn how to produce podcasts and soundscapes.  Students will gain an understanding of scientific theory underpinning room acoustics and sound transmission, as well as practical skills of audio recording, editing and mixing.

Assessment: Project (60%), Collection of Work (40%).

Media Industry Awareness (6N5505)

This programme module aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to evaluate old and new media formats to include production and post-production values, audience theory and the regulation of new media.

Assessment: Assignment (2) (60%). Examination - Theory (40%).

Communications (6N1950)

Level 6 Communications builds on the knowledge and skills gained in level 5 Communications. The learner is facilitated to gain the knowledge and skills to exercise personal autonomy in communicating verbally and nonverbally. There is an emphasis on understanding the requirements of the workplace and using excellent communication skills to maximise participation in personal and vocational life.

Assessment: Portfolio/Collection of Work (50%), Skills Demonstration (50%).

Personal and Professional Development (6N1949)

This is not life coaching! However it is an opportunity to take stock and to evaluate your personal and professional goals. Through humorous workshops, lively group discussions and practical exercises we will shine a light on the following techniques: Stress Management, Conflict Management, Managing Change, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Delegation and Team Working.

Assessment: Portfolio/Collection of Work (50%), Skills Demonstration (50%).

Musicianship (5N4845)

This module is all about developing a deeper understanding of music. Through listening to a wide range of songs and styles, you will learn how to identify and describe key musical elements such as rhythm, pitch, key, harmony, timbre and tonality. You’ll also learn how to apply this knowledge to your own compositions and productions.

Assessment: Assignment (20%), Examination – Theory (50%), Aural Examination (30%).