Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Tutorial
Module Offerings
5603AMPCC-JAN-PAR
Aims
To consolidate and extend knowledge of technical operations in the broadcast media
and creative industries, with specific regard to the additional challenges encountered in technical management of live performances.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Develop safety plans and technical specifications for a live performance scenario.
2.
Evaluate and/or use appropriate live performance technology in a relevant situation
3.
Appraise the effectiveness of the approach and reflect on the performance of team members
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Health & Safety legislation for live performance & OB etc.
Power system planning & implementation for live performance & OB etc.
Show Control, Advanced Control Network systems for stage technology control
Types of performance and requirements for audio
Audio monitoring for performers (foldback vs feedback), FOH level control
EQ and outboard equipment
Analogue vs digital in live sound reinforcement systems, control and signal routing
Live & pre-sequenced operations & technology
Luminaires and bulbs, colourimetry, quality and characteristics
Lantern arrangement for specific applications, DMX etc
Live vs pre-programmed control systems, broadcast vs live audience requirements
Image operations, Large displays and potential conflict with OB
Interaction with audio control system
Concepts of projection mapping for events
Field trips to appropriate venue case studies.
Additional Information:This module provides knowledge and experience of technical operations in the broadcast media and creative industries. A focus of the material is the particular technical management challenges of live performances.
This module aligns to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:
4 Quality Education
5 Gender Equality
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
10 Reduced Inequalities