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Level 1 qualifications in Music Technology

Choice of Qualifications

Award Introducing Music Technology (max 30 hours)

1 mandatory unit

Award in Music Technology (max 90 hours)

2 mandatory units and 1 optional unit

Certificate in Music Technology (max 150 hours)

2 mandatory units and 3 optional units

Extended Certificate in Music Technology (max 180 hours)

2 mandatory units and 4 optional units

Diploma in Music Technology (max 240 hours)

2 mandatory units and 6 optional units

Extended Diploma in Music Technology (max 360 hours)

2 mandatory units and 10 optional units

 

 Mandatory Units

 Develop and use midi sequencing

This unit aims to provide an introduction to using a computer and music software to write music.

Understand and use studio technology

The purpose of this unit is to provide you with knowledge of recording studio equipment and how it works.

 

Choice of Optional Units

Explore employment opportunities in the music technology industry

An opportunity to explore the employment opportunities which may be available to you in the music technology industry.

Understanding sound

Provides an overview of the basic characteristics and principles of sound, human hearing, sound equipment and recording.

Understand and develop microphone techniques

This will enable you to identify different types of microphones, their main features and how to use them to record a variety of sound sources.

Develop mixing and mastering skills

Shows you how to be able to set up a basic mixing system.

Use audio editing tools to create a piece of music

Teaches audio editing and arranging skills.

 Understand and develop DJ skills

Provides you with skills to plan and prepare a DJ set using the appropriate equipment and techniques.

Develop and use music performance skills

Helps develop performance skills, while working with others to produce and perform work.

Assist with live sound

Introduce you to the techniques and equipment used to produce live sound and different types of live sound venues.  

Use synthesizers and midi instruments

Introduce you to the basic functions and techniques used to operate both synthesizers and MIDI instruments.

Develop and use audio effects

Helps develop your ability to use different types of effects processes.

Plan and produce a recording

Use equipment to produce a final recording which you will evaluate.

 

Live Sound Engineering

This course gives practical advice in the setting up and use of a PA system. Topics include getting a good drum sound, setting up stage monitors and live sound mixing techniques.
Evening class. 1 night per week for 4 weeks from 6.00 to 9.00pm + a live gig (total 15 hours)

Registration Fee: £50 (£40 concessions)
Starting: tbc

Introduction to Sound Recording

This course covers the use of a mixing desk; drum machine, microphones and basic effects.
Evening class. 1 night per week for 6 weeks from 6.30 to 9pm (total 15 hours)

Registration Fee: £50 (£40 concessions)
Starting: Jan 2008

Introduction to DJ Skills

New entry-level course to cover the basic skills required to be a DJ. The training includes beat matching and other turntable and mixer skills and equipment set-up.
Evening class. 1 night per week for 6 weeks from 6.30 to 9pm

Registration Fee: £50 (£40 concessions)
Starting: tbc

Pathway to Music Technology

Topics include recording midi and digital audio, Cubase SX, editing and arranging sequencer tracks.
Evening class. 1 night per week for 10 weeks from 6.30 to 9.30pm (total 30 hours, 6 candidates only)

Registration Fee: £60 (£40 concessions) Two simultaneous courses
Starting: TBC

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Music Technology

This qualification (NVQ 2 equivalent) is designed to meet the demand for increased skills in sound recording, MIDI and audio sequencing and for related issues of music business. Candidates are given the opportunity to prepare for employment by producing a CV and career development plan and are encouraged to use information technology during project work.
Duration: 15 weeks (x2 days), 150 guided learning hours

Registration Fee: ring for details
Starting: tbc

NCFE Level 1 Qualifications in Music Technology available now ring for details.

Songwriting Workshop

Learn the basics of song writing and look at how a pop/rock song is put together. This workshop shows how easy it can be to create your own composition and keep a song interesting. Chord structure, progressions and basic music theory will also be covered. Bring along your own lyrics or favourite poem. You do not need to be able to read music but it helps to be able to play an instrument. 1 day workshop (Saturday) 10am to 4pm.

Registration Fee: £40 (£30 concessions)
Starting: tbc

Also available:

BTEC Award 'Sound Advice'                                                   BTEC Award 'DJ Sills'                                                                (40 hours each)

Individually tailored synthesiser workshops

Concessions are for people who are unwaged and in receipt of benefits or a minimum of 19 years and in full time education.

For more details about the courses please contact The Studio, or apply for Training online.

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