Recording and Post‑Production Techniques I


Type: Compulsory (OB)

Area: Applied technologies, Music technology

ECTS: 2

Classroom hours: 30
Other contact hours: 10
Hours for self-study and independent learning: 20

Department: Music Technologies, Music Management

Competences developed in the course

Transversal competences

CT2: Gather significant information, analyse it, synthesise it, and manage it appropriately.

CT4: Use information and communication technologies efficiently.

CT14: Master research methodology in the generation of viable projects, ideas, and solutions.

CT16: Use available means and resources responsibly with respect to cultural and environmental heritage.

 

General competences

CG5: Know the technological resources specific to the field of activity and their applications in music, preparing to assimilate new developments.

CG24: Develop capacities for self‑training throughout professional life.

CG25: Know and be able to use study and research methodologies that enable continuous development and innovation in musical activity throughout one’s career.

Learning outcomes (general objectives)

  1. Use the different technical devices involved in a sound production.
  2. Select, configure, and correctly manipulate the technical devices involved in a sound production, developing the practical skills necessary to carry out a simple recording session.
  3. Gain an overview of the musical possibilities of computer‑based media.
  4. Use the different technical devices involved in a sound production.
  5. Develop the practical skills required to carry out a simple sound‑recording session.

Contents

Stereo and multi‑mono microphone techniques.
Recording on digital media.
Introduction to sound production.
Handling of sound‑capture, storage, mixing, and diffusion devices.
Practical execution of musical productions.
Production domains: executive, artistic, and technical.
Identification of practices and trends in the audiovisual market.

Teaching methodology

Lecture sessions, debate and discussion sessions, and group‑work sessions.

Assessment systems

Continuous assessment based on diagnostic evaluation and formalised through summative evaluation leading to the final grade.
Continuous assessment is carried out through class participation and coursework.