Introduction to Sound Engineering in Live Performance Technology (3cr)

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General information

Enrollment: 22.04.2025 - 16.11.2025; Registration for the implementation has begun.

Timing: 22.04.2025 - 31.12.2025; Implementation is running.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 3 cr

Institution: Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Hämeentie 135 D

Teaching languages: Finnish

Seats: 0 - 10

Course: C-10065-KM00GL41

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Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

The student understands the physical principles of sound and is able to solve simple sound-related math problems. They can justify their audio-technical choices based on the physical properties of sound and well known practices in the field. The student is familiar with the signal chain of audio devices and can select and design a sound system for a small event. The student is aware of the risks associated with audio technology for both themselves and the audience and can take these into account in their actions.

Content

Introduction to Sound Engineering in Live Performance Technology is a self-paced course that allows you to study the basics of sound and get a comprehensive introduction to the audio technology used in events. After the course, you will have a good understanding of the entire signal chain from the singer to the audience and you will be able to consider the safety aspects related to sound reinforcement. The course is especially intended for you if you work or would like to work in the professional field of performance and theater technology and you already have some experience with live audio.

Materials

The materials will be published on the learning platform (Moodle).

Teaching methods

Self-study Online assignments

Exam schedules

Course assignments must be submitted by the last day of the month preceding the evaluation. For example, if all course assignments are submitted by January 31st, the course will be evaluated by February 15th, with the exception of July-August, during which the course will not be evaluated.

Student workload

The course does not have scheduled lectures. The completion of the course is based on self-study materials and sets of assignments that the student can complete at their own pace. The course is worth three ECTS. Completing one ECTS requires 27 hours of work. According to this calculation, the total number of hours for the course is 81 hours. The workload estimate is indicative and provides a guideline for achieving the course's learning objectives and the average workload required for a grade of 3/5. Depending on the student's prior knowledge and experience, the workload may be less or more. The skills acquired in the course are assessed through assignments and other outputs, not by the number of hours worked.

Qualifications

To complete the course, you will need mathematical skills (basic arithmetic, logarithm, and equation solving), and it will be helpful if you have at least some experience using live performance equipment.