MUR120 Sound Design

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Electronic Music, Bachelor Programme
• Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program
• Exchange Student

Teaching language

Norwegian or English

Course contents

The course provides the student with knowledge of basic software development for control and processing of musical processes, practice on how to apply tools for advanced sound design and practice in assessing aesthetic sound choices and being able to explain these in writing. The student applies analytical methods to acquire technological and musical knowledge. In this way, the student learns to make qualified choices in their own and others' productions.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should:

• be able to create and process algorithms for midi data and other sound control information at program code level for use in plug-ins and as independent programs

• master advanced audio editing tools

• be able to make qualified and reflected artistic choices

• be able to discuss artistic challenges and choices in an analytical way

• be able to design sounds using sound manipulation and various forms of synthesis

Examination requirements

• Approved attendance in compulsory classes

• 1–3 approved compulsory assignments

Further information is provided in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Teaching methods

The teaching tis provided in groups, seminars and as supervision.

Parts of the teaching are compulsory. These parts are presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Expected scope of work is 27 hours per. credits.

Evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Admission for external candidates

No

Offered as Single Standing Module

No

Assessment methods and criteria

The exam consists of two parts:

• An individual practical project assignment consisting of submitted sound production, as well as a written report describing the work process. This constitutes 50% of the final grade.

• An individual practical exam in software development. This constitutes 50% of the final grade.

Graded assessment.