12SOU

NCEA Level 2 Sound and Media

Although this years timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place next year.

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr N. Horner.

Prerequisite: Level 1 Music or by consultation with the HOD.

Watch this video for an introduction to the subject:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvHDiBVEXxo 

In this Level 2 course, students will gain proficiency in a range of music/performing arts technologies. The course seeks to equip and prepare students to work in the performing arts industry in the digital age. It emphasises the development of live sound, music video production and recording skills in practical settings. They will also develop highly desirable key competencies such as self-management, collaborative skills, thinking, problem solving, participating and contributing. Production, audio and visual components are taught using Logic and Premier Pro in the state-of-the-art Bethlehem College Performing Arts Centre auditorium, Mac lab and recording studio. Students in this class are not required to be musicians, but all standards will be orientated towards the music industry.

Below is an example of a music video for a project:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEuEdVh_Ldk

Note: The course is comprised of a combination of achievement standards and unit standards. 18 credits will be selected from the following standards.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

SD Card 32gb $40.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 22 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 27657 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the development and usage of music technology, techniques, and associated equipment
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 27658 v3
NZQA Info
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of electronic music production and music notation application(s)
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 27702 v5
NZQA Info
Describe and carry out tasks and responsibilities in a production role in an entertainment and event context
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 27703 v6
NZQA Info
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound design for an entertainment and event context
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91253 v3
NZQA Info
Media Studies 2.6 - Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 22
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.