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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 MUSM2263 will not be offered in 2012
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

The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.

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