2.30-5.00 PM Tuesday
Class Description. Application of audio/studio technology in the production of video sound design, CD mastering, and post-mix / re-mix sweetening techniques used in music production.
This course provides an introduction to audio post-production for film and video as well as tutorial on the tools of the trade. Students will be immersed in the techniques and technologies used through classroom lecture as well as individual and group projects.
Required Materials.
1. Textbook(s)
a. Sound for Film & Television by Thomlinson Holman. Focal Press.
b. Practical Art of Motion Picture Sound, 2nd Edition by David Yewdall. Focal Press
c. Current Pro Tools Manuals – available free in PDF form from http://www.digidesign.com/support/docs
d. 5.1 Surround Sound: Up & Running by Thomlinson Holman. Focal Press
2. CD-Rs and DVD-Rs as needed (for backup and turning in projects)
3. Web Access. Students will be required to access various informational sources on the internet. WebCT access (via BIC) is also necessary.
4. (Optional – but suggested) A Firewire/IEEE-1394 drive (7200 rpm or better) will allow project portability and speedy methods of backup.
Class Schedule.
The course is divided into segments covering different aspects of the class. Segments 2, 3, & 4 will have some necessary overlap.
1. ProTools. The students will learn the use of the Digidesign ProTools system. An individual project will test student’s proficiency. There will be an exam covering ProTools systems and their use at the end of this segment.
2. Audio Post for Film. The class will cover the basics of post-production techniques for film. Students will learn basic techniques for sound design, ADR, Foley, and music editing through analysis of professional productions, class instruction, and self-study. Synchronization issues in double system film and video will be covered as well. There will be an exam covering this segment at its close.
3. Class Project. Working as an audio post company, the students will replace all audio on a 4-7 minute segment of a movie or television release. The students will be required to provide the final project as an authored DVD with both stereo and 5.1 Dolby Digital mixes. A fully professional project is required.
4. Delivery Systems. How do our productions make it to the consumer? We will examine delivery methods ranging from film, NTSC and ATSC television, DVD, videotape formats, and internet delivery methods.
Assignments. There will be a number of class assignments throughout the semester. They will include the following.
Analyses. All analyses will be typed and two or more pages in length.
1. Television Sound Analysis. Students will provide an in-depth sound analysis of a segment of a television program. This evaluation will cover techniques and processes used to record the sound and post techniques used for processing and mixing the sound.
2. Movie Sound Analysis. Students will evaluate a motion picture for sound techniques used. The analysis will be similar to the aforementioned TV sound analysis.
3. Game Sound Analysis. Students will evaluate the sound from a particular video game and compare and contrast the techniques used for video game sound design with that for film and TV.
Research.
1. Career Research. Students will research and report to the class on a particular career in sound for picture. Research may include interviews, articles, facilities tours, etc. A short paper will be turned in regarding the career choice.
2. Technology Research. Students will research technologies (new or historic) used in the audio for film and video process and give presentations to the class as well as completing a short (5+ pages) typewritten report on the technology.
Projects.
1. Class Project. Students will team up to build an audio track for a short scene (4-6 minutes) from a movie or TV release. Students will find and direct voice talent, create sound effects, create and/or edit music and ambience beds, and provide a surround and stereo mix of the project.
2. Individual Project. Students will gain Pro Tools experience though an individual mix project.
Exams.
Students will have 2 exams through the semester. Some will be in person, some will be taken through WebCT. WebCT is available at http://bic.belmont.edu. Log in and select the WebCT option. You will find a link under your courses to MBU 4400. There will also be a comprehensive final exam.
Grade Evaluation.
100 – 93 = A 89-87 = B+ 79-77 = C+ 69-67 = D+ < 60 = F
92 – 90 = A- 86-83 = B 76-73 = C 66-63 = D
82-80 = B- 72-70 = C- 62-60 = D-
ITEM/ CRITERIA PERCENTILE`
1. Attendance 10%
2. Tests (2) 20% (combined)
3. Final Exam 25%
4. Individual Project 20%
5. Class Project 25%
Final Exam.
Thursday, May 4th, 2006 @ 2 PM. The final is mandatory. Plan for it.
Audit Students
As per the
current Belmont University Bulletin (catalog), students who audit are
allowed to attend classes as a “non-participant in a
non-credit, non-degree seeking status.” However, audit students are encouraged to
participate in class discussions and labs and to attend and observe recording
sessions in the CEMB studios. Students who
audit will not be given recording projects or allowed to assist as an assistant
engineer on project recording sessions.
In addition, since auditing has non-credit status, participation as an
audit student will not meet the minimum qualifications for booking and
participating in recording sessions held in
Accommodation of Disabilities.
In compliance
with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities
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