AET 3370 · Studio Production
Instructor: Dr. Timothy N. Tappan / Voice: 460-6290 /
Office: BMH 220
Credit: 3 Hours / Class Location-Meeting Times: CMB
Studios, 1pm - 12:45 pm, T&R
E-Mail: tappant@mail.belmont.edu
or tappant@comcast.net /
Homepage:
http://coba.belmont.edu/fac/tappant
Course Description: An in-depth study of the producer and the production
of recorded music product. Students create “demo” and “master” projects under
the guidance of the instructor.
Course Objective: The purpose of this course is
to provide students with the basic knowledge of (1) organizing and implementing
a “live” recording session; (2) the terminology and techniques necessary to
effectively communicate with studio personnel; (3) various production methods
and styles; and (4) effective solutions to common production problems
Objectives Of The CEMB: The following CEMB
objectives will be applied toward class objectives:
1.
To provide a
personalized career-oriented and practical educational program in Business
administration which emphasizes the four themes of leadership, innovation,
private enterprise, and entrepreneurship.
2.
To equip
students with the ability to (1) communicate effectively, (2) think critically,
and (3) make enlightened judgements about their environment.
3.
To emphasize
quality classroom instruction within the parameters of Christian principles.
Course
Requirements and Accommodations
1. Attendance: The class attendance policy is identical to
the attendance policy of the University as expressed in the current catalog.
2. Participation: Class participation is encouraged and each student will be expected
to contribute at various times. Specific
contributions will be discussed prior to their presentation.
3. Required
Assignments: Besides attending class
regularly, students are required to submit two recording projects on time and
10 Chart Song Evaluations.
4. Accommodation of Disabilities: In compliance with Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act,
5. Testing: All test dates are noted in the Class Schedule. There will be no surprise or “unplanned”
tests. There will also be a class
discussion and review prior to each test.
No make-up tests will be allowed.
6. Honor Code: It is the responsibility of each student to abide by the Belmont
University Honor Code. “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.”
Grade Evaluation
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Homework |
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Total =
100 Points |
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Interview |
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Total =
50 Points |
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Chart Song Evaluations |
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Total = 250
Points |
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Final |
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Total = 100
Points |
|
Project 1 |
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Total =
200 Points |
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Project 2 |
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Total =
300 Points |
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GRAND TOTAL 1,000 Points |
Grading Scale
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B+ = 867-999 |
C+ = 767-799 |
D+ = 667-699 |
F = BELOW 600 |
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A = 934-1000 |
B = 834-866 |
C = 734-766 |
D = 634-666 |
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A- = 900-933 |
B- = 800-833 |
C- = 700-733 |
D- = 600-633 |
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