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Music Technology I (SCP) 802
SOUND SYSTEMS AND RECORDING
TIME FRAME: 1 week
GRADE: 9-12
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01.2 THE ARTS - MUSIC
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07.0 SCIENCE
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07.0 SCIENCE
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09.0 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
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09.0 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
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What are the basic elements of a sound system and how do they work?
How has the method of recording sound changed through out history?
What careers are available using sound systems?
In this unit, the students will be exposed to the many elements of a sound system, including but not limited to:
Speakers
Microphones
Sound cables
Mixing Boards
Amplifiers
The students will be exposed to the history of recording.
The student will:
Identify the elements of a sound system and how each element works
Identify the different types of microphones and define their characteristics
Explore different careers offered using sound systems as a vocation
Explain the historical course of the recording technology since its inception.
During this unit, each student will:
Have "hands-on" experience with mixing boards, amplifiers, microphones and speakers
Choose an element of the sound system the he/she would like to research and present the project to the class
Watch the video series on setting up sound systems and creating recording studios in your home
Compare and contrast different brands of speakers, mixers, cables and microphones
Explore and examine the sound system currently set up in WA's auditorium and discuss its positive and negative aspects
Students will be assessed via the following:
Written tests and quizzes
Oral presentations
Evaluations on "Hands-on" set up of systems