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Music Technology (10 cr)

Code: 2X00FM82-3006

General information


Enrolment period

01.01.2024 - 25.02.2024

Timing

26.01.2024 - 30.11.2024

Credits

5 - 10

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

MD in Music

Campus

TAMK Main Campus

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Seats

6 - 10

Degree programmes

  • Master's Degree Programme in Music

Person in charge

Matti Ruippo

Groups

  • 24YMP

Objectives (course unit)

The student has gained a basic understanding of music technology terminology and has become familiar with the use of more general music programs. The student has become acquainted with the use of information technology as a tool for music education and has adopted the main principles of computer-assisted work. He has become acquainted with the possibilities of the Internet as a source of information and a tool for music education.

Content (course unit)

Sheet music writing on a computer. Making music using a sequencer program. Use of web-based music programs.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student participates in the teaching and does the given tasks and exercises.
The student does not participate fully in the teaching and does not prepare the given tasks.

Location and time

Teaching is carried out separately as agreed with the students.

Exam schedules

No exams.

Assessment methods and criteria

The evaluation of the course is based on participation in lectures, acceptable implementation of preliminary assignments and participation in discussion of topics in meetings.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Teaching is implemented through an online conference system. Students participate in classes using software installed on their own computer and tablet. The lessons introduce students to the laws of making music through practical examples. Students receive assignments that support music engineering skills and familiarity.

Learning materials

The learning material is websites created by the teacher for the use of the programs.

Student workload

Lessons 22 h, own work 113 h

Completion alternatives

Demonstrating competence.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Students can apply the skills they have learned in their own teaching.

International connections

The programs studied are in English.