Instructor:                    Mr. Mike Poston

Contact:                            Phone: 886-8996 / Office #  

                                         Email:    postonm@mail.belmont.edu   or  mike@epool.com

Credit/Class location:          3  Hours / Center for Music Business, Massey B25

Class/Lab time(s):               CRN# 10226, 1380.07,  8:00-9:15am  TR

                                         CRN# 10225, 1380.08,  9:30-10:45am  TR

                                                                                   

Class Webpage:               http://www.StudyGuide_F07.htm   

 

 

Educational Objectives of the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music 1) To provide a personalized career-oriented and practical educational program in Music Business administration emphasizing the four themes of leadership, innovation, private enterprise, and entrepreneurship.  2) To equip students with the ability to communicate effectively, think critically, and make enlightened judgments about their environment. 3) To emphasize quality classroom instruction within the parameters of caring, Christian principles.

 

 

Course Description   A study of the major areas of recording technology as related to the music industry.  The student receives an overview of analog and digital technology with attention to its innovations, history, and effect on the music industry.

 

 

Learning Outcomes   The student will demonstrate:

·         an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline of audio engineering

·         an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology

·         an ability to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments, and apply experimental results to improve processes

·         an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to program objectives

·         an ability to function effectively on teams

·         an ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems

·         an ability to communicate effectively

·         a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning

·         an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities

·         a respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues

·         a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement

·         an appreciation for the arts, humanities, religion, social sciences, and natural sciences

·         an awareness of the complex nature of the world around them and become engaged with that larger whole

 

 

Performance Criteria   Students will:

·         identify major historical events throughout audio history and explain their significance

·         describe how developments in recording technology have influenced trends in business

·         define, interpret, and apply a technical language for use within the music business industry

·         observe recording sessions and apply course concepts by composing written reports

·         assess the quality of audio, and recording techniques developed using critical listening skills

·         demonstrate basic signal flow through creating a final mix from a pre-recorded multi-track project

·         synthesize outcomes by creating either a final recording project, or a class presentation of a new idea, product, or concept demonstrating how recording technology is in a constant state of change

 

Accommodation of Disabilities   In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University will provide reasonable accommodation of all medically documented disabilities.  If you have a disability and would like the university to provide reasonable accommodations of the disability during this course, please notify Tammye Tanksley, Director of Counseling & Developmental Support in the Office of the Dean of Students (460-6407) as soon as possible.

Course Requirements

Text & Materials   Audio in Media, 7th Edition, Stanley R. Alten, Thomson, Wadsworth. 

America on Record; A History of Recorded Sound, 2nd Edition, Andre Millard, Cambridge Press.                          

A class notebook/binder and several blank CD-R’s for class projects will be needed.  

 

Attendance   As per current Undergraduate Bulletin at:

http://www.belmont.edu/catalog/undergrad2006jun/apolicy/index.html

Additionally, unexcused absences and tardiness will result in a reduction in grade points.   Do yourself a favor, and get there at least 5 minutes before class begins.   

 

Participation   All students are expected to prepare and contribute to class discussions.  Specific class activities, topics, lecture notes, reminders, and reviews are updated weekly using WEBCT.  Additional class readings and website links are available on the class website link noted above. 

 

Required Assignments   Reading and study of textbook chapter assignments as noted in the daily class schedule.  Additional material given via handouts and class lectures on powerpoint require an organized class notebook/binder.  Observation of four recording sessions at designated intervals with detailed reports will be necessary.   Additionally, all students will complete Part 1 of the lab tutorial and record a final project (Part 2 of tutorial) or prepare a collaborative presentation.

 

Testing & Quizzes   All test dates are noted in the class schedule.  Quizzes are unannounced.  No makeup tests or makeup quizzes will be given.  The final exam is comprehensive.  Test dates maybe subject to change with exception of the final exam.  No electronic devices of any kind maybe used during exams.

 

Honor Code   It is the responsibility of each student to abide by the Belmont University Honor Code.  As members of the Belmont community, students, faculty, staff, and administrators are all responsible for ensuring that their experiences will be free of behaviors, which compromise value.  In order to uphold academic integrity, the University has adopted an Honor System.  Students and faculty will work together to establish the optimal conditions for honorable academic work.  Following is the Student Honor Pledge that guides academic behavior:

 

“I will not give or receive aid during examinations; I will not give or receive false or impermissible aid in course work, in the preparation of reports, or in any other type of work that is to be used by the instructor as the basis of my grade; I will not engage in any form of academic fraud. Furthermore, I will uphold my responsibility to see to it that others abide by the spirit and letter of this Honor Pledge.”

 

Evaluation               Tests 1-4 @ 100 points each                       =   400 Points  40%

                               Studio Observations 4 @ 30 points each      =   120 Points  12%

                               Lab Tutorial, Part I                                      =     90 Points   9%

                               Quizzes 4 @ 10 points each                        =     40 Points   4%

                               RCA-B Tour (required)                     =             50 Points   5%

                               Final Project or Presentation                        =   120 Points  12%

                               Final Exam                                     =   180 Points  18%      

                                                                     GRAND TOTAL  =  1,000 Points 100%

Grading Scale

Grading scale as per the current Undergraduate Bulletin located at:

http://www.belmont.edu/catalog/undergrad2006jun/apolicy/ap_as.html

A   = 970-1000        B+ = 870-928          C+ = 770-799          D+ = 670-699               F = BELOW 600                                               

A   = 930-969          B  =  830-869         C  = 730-769            D   = 630-669

A-  = 900-929          B- =  800-829         C- = 700-729            D-  = 600-629                                         

 

Extra Credit   An opportunity to earn extra credit in the total amount of 4% added to your cumulative average is given twice during the semester.

 

Key Dates

 

Activity

 

Aug 23 – Thurs

Intro

 

Sept 3  – Mon

LABOR DAY - Holiday

 

Sept 18 – Tues

TEST #1 & Observation # 1 Due

 

Sept 20 – Thurs

Lab Tutorial Part 1 Due

 

Oct 9 - Tues

TEST #2 & Observation # 2 Due

 

Oct. 11-12 Thurs/Fri.

FALL BREAK

 

Nov 8 – Thurs

TEST #3 & Observation # 3 Due

 

Nov 21-23 

Thankgiving Break!!!

 

Nov 29 - Thurs

TEST #4 & Observation # 4 Due

 

Dec 4 – Tues

Last Day of Class – Final Projects Due

 

Dec 6   – Thurs

1380.07, Final Exam,  8:00am, B25

 

Dec 11   – Tues

1380.08, Final Exam,  11:00am, B25