Course - Basic Music Technology 1 - MUST1050
MUST1050 - Basic Music Technology 1
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 1 weeks |
Course content
The course is comprised of the following main elements:
Introduction to music representation, computer-based techniques for recording and prosessing of MIDI and sound, computer-assisted arranging and composing, sound synthesis and signal processing.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The candidate
- has knowledge about basic principles of MIDI and sampling
- knows how various music software can be used as tools for arranging and composing
- knows some basic techniques for sound synthesis and signal processing
- can update their knowledge within the subject field
Skills:
The candidate
- is able to apply music software to arrange, compose and produce music
- can use applications based on visual programming (as for instance Max) to create sound synthesis, digital signal processing and sequences of musical events
- is able to write reports that describe and justify aesthetic and technical choices related to computer-based music productions
Learning methods and activities
Practically adapted lectures, exercises and self-study.
Compulsory assignments
- Satisfactory participation in compulsory classes
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
Assessment:
Home examination where the students hand in a music production with an accompanying written report.
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Electronics (MTEL)
Electronics System Design and Innovation (MTELSYS)
Film and Video Production (BFVPROD)
Music Performance Studies (BMUSP)
Music Technology (BMUST)
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic music- and computer skills.
Required previous knowledge
The course requires admission to the Bachelor's Programme in Music Technology. 1-2 places are reserved for students at the Bachelor's programmes in Film and Video Production or Music Perfomance Studies, or at the Master's programme in Electronic Systems Design and Innovation - Acoustics.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUST1052 | 7.5 | 01.09.2015 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2020
No.of lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 4
No.of specialization hours: 4
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Music Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
100/100
Release 2020-12-01
Submission 2020-12-08
Release 12:30
Submission 12:30
INSPERA -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
UTS
Home examination
100/100
Release 2021-06-01
Submission 2021-06-08
Release 12:30
Submission 12:30
INSPERA -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"