MUSM2263 Introduction to Music Technology 1: Theory and Practice (Music Notation, Acoustics, Synthesis)

Later Year Course

Offered By	School of Music
Academic Career	Undergraduate
Course Subject	Music
Offered in	First Semester, 2011 and Second Semester, 2011
Unit Value	3 units
Course Description	The digital age - students will gain a basic proficiency and knowledge of: Musicians and their use of Technology Computer and Internet Concepts for Musicians Digital Audio Basics This course mentors students through interactive engagement with computer hardware, software and peripherals. Participants will also develop an appreciation of the fusion between music and technology in its cultural contexts through selected reading, listening and "hands on" assignments.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. Analyze and discuss the ways technology influences our interaction with music. 2. Source, identify and comprehend technological resources as they function within society. 3. Produce music through the application of various hardware and software programs. 4. Reflect on and discuss your own learning as it relates to the subject matter of the course.
Indicative Assessment	Port Folio of assignments (40%), mid-term exam (25%), final exam (25%), and in-class participation (10%).
Workload	1.5 - 3 hours lecture/tutorial per week
Areas of Interest	Music
Academic Contact	Gary France

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