Synthesis and Sampling (10316.2)

Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
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Synthesis and Sampling
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
View teaching periods On-Campus
 South Bank, QLD
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Arts And Design
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
School Of Arts And Communications Level 2 - Undergraduate Intermediate Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit introduces students to the creative potential of synthesis and sampling with special focus on Electronic Dance Music (EDM) composition and its associated forms and production techniques. The unit explores creative conventions, but also has an experimental approach to creativity and music composition. Legal and ethical aspects of sampling are also covered.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Employ loop-based composition software to compose and trigger music intended for live performance;

2. Implement synthesis techniques to create original software instruments, effects and popular articulations;
3. Employ samplers to create multi-layered virtual instruments;
4. Discuss legal aspects of sampling and demonstrate ethical usage of samples in original composition; and
5. Apply written and oral communication skills.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
2. UC graduates are global citizens - behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

9735 Composition: Synthesis and Sampling

Assumed knowledge

None.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2024 South Bank, QLD Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Mr Rafe Sholer
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

Required texts

None.

Participation requirements

Students who attend campus for class or other purposes must play their part in keeping our campus and community safe by following these basic guidelines to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission:

  • Practice good hand hygiene, washing hands regularly;
  • If you do happen to cough or sneeze, please do so into the crook of your elbow, dispose of tissues immediately and wash hands immediately
  • Practice effective physical distancing;
  • Follow all directions of teaching and other UC staff regarding safety measures;
  • Stay off campus if you are unwell and get tested according to Queensland Government guidelines, and 
  • Follow TAFE Queensland communications for current health and campus advice https://tafeqld.edu.au/current-students/health-advice.html?

Required IT skills

Basic IT skills are required.

Work placement, internships or practicums

None

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