VPA113 Sound and Space (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Design and Visual Production (DSVIS)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to the fundamentals of audio in the environment. The subject explores live sound, acoustics,and how sound is effected by the environment and various locations.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VPA113
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Available to students undertaking School of Communication and Creative Industries courses.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate the ability to setup a live audio system
- be able to demonstrate the ability to setup various microphone and speaker configurations
- be able to demonstrate and apply knowledge in the use of audio hardware in the manipulation of sound
- be able to demonstrate and apply knowledge in the use of audio software in the manipulation of sound
- be able to apply reverbs both actual, and virtual through the use of recordings and software
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- What is sound?
- Principles of live sound
- Microphones and Speakers
- Recording and Editing sound
- Reverbs and Delays
- Preparing sound for live playback
- Sound replaying techniques
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.