View Unit : Using Acoustic Recording Techniques

Unit

Unit Reference Number

R/500/5237

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Using Acoustic Recording Techniques

Unit Level

Level 1

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

30-Apr-2012

SSAs

9.1 Performing Arts

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Plan a recording for a small ensemble. (S12 a, f, h, i, j, k, l)	1.1	. List key resources needed for recording a small ensemble.
2	Work safely. (X2 a-n)	2.1	. State fundamental issues related to health and safety in the studio/control room.
3	Understand microphone technique. (S4 9-14)	3.1	. List two types of microphones.
		3.2	. State how these microphones might be used.
		3.3	. List two types of microphone pickup patterns.
		3.4	. State where to place a microphone for a given instrument.
4	Understand the recording process. (S4 9-14)	4.1	. State where instrumentalists should be placed in order to achieve a balanced recording.
4	Understand the recording process. (S4 9-14)	4.2	. State how room acoustics might make differences to the recording process/plan.
5	Understand how to record the ensemble. (S4 g-o)	5.1	. List each stage of the recording process.
5	Understand how to record the ensemble. (S4 g-o)	5.2	. List any problems that might occur and how to overcome them.

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