Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Workshop
Module Offerings
6532STE-JAN-PAR
Aims
This module aims to provide the learner with the opportunity to extend understanding and knowledge gained in levels 4 and 5 and apply this in a wholly practical context. Much of the delivery of the module is built around providing the technical input to major performances and shows. In addition, a number of alternative, advanced technical approaches will be explored which will enable the student to achieve a higher standard and work more efficiently.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge and skilled use of speaker arraying technologies/methodologies, advanced live digital console function and applications, automation, show control and digital audio distribution/networking – design and deployment
2.
Independently design, rig and operate a medium to large-scale sound reinforcement system to support a specific production
3.
Undertake the organisational and technical roles and responsibilities of Sound Designer, Production Sound Engineer and Sound Number 1 and 2
4.
Apply professional fault-finding skills and solve problems/apply solutions to complex/challenging live sound situations
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Large-scale event speaker system design and directivity control
Including line array theory and application, low frequency dispersion and management, system response prediction and modelling, processing and control
Live Sound Digital Mixing consoles –
Advanced features to support a variety of live sound production environments, working with recall and automation, remote pre-amps and mix layers
Digital audio transmission and networking for live sound applications
Audio infrastructure and network planning, design and implementation; varying approaches based on system/production requirements
Communications
Comms requirements and systems for large-scale events; RI and matrixed solutions; cue lights, video systems and distribution
Advanced Monitoring Techniques
Options and solutions for complex and challenging live sound monitoring requirements using wired and wireless systems and automated devices for increasing GBF
Advanced RF
Working with large-scale RF systems for live events including frequency planning and management; similarities and differences between analogue, digital and hybrid RF systems
Advanced System measurement and Optimisation
Advanced theory and practical application of SMAART for system measurement and optimisation including phase response and alignment
Show Control and Automation
Incorporating timecode and console automation in to live performance, automation of image shift and sound effect animation in live sound multi-channel applications
Additional Information:Chris Layton is the Module Leader (c.layton@lipa.ac.uk)