ATS1047 Composition and music technology 2: Materials of composition
Faculty of Arts
ATS1047 Composition and music technology 2: Materials of composition is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2022 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit, leading on to 2 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ATS1047
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After ATS1047
1 unit list ATS1047 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: This unit is only available to students enrolled in a Bachelor of Music single or double degree - Composition and creative music technology specialisation.
Prerequisite: ATS1046 or ATS1349
Prohibition: ATS1350
Overview
The unit requires you to manipulate composition materials and apply music technology skills to create short works. You will compose original works for small groups of acoustic instruments and manipulate recordings into compositions. In addition, you will learn basic recording skills and approaches to critique music compositions.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Assessment Task 1: Reflective Listening DiaryAssignment20%
- Assessment Task 2: Non-Traditional ScoreAssignment20%
- Assessment Task 3: Acousmatic CompositionAssignment20%
- Assessment Task 4: Music Ensembles TaskAssignment15%
- Assessment Task 5: Chamber Music CompositionAssignment25%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply fundamental techniques of music composition;
- 2
Mix a music recording;
- 3
Create short acoustic and electronic musical works;
- 4
Identify and discuss select composition materials;
- 5
Perform competently in a chosen/approved music ensemble;
- 6
Critique compositions, demonstrating listening skills.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Lectures12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
This unit engages students in actively applying their knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
ATS1047 is part of 1 area of study in the 2022 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Mr Johannes Luebbers
- Chief Examiners
- Mr Johannes Luebbers
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS1047?
ATS1047 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after ATS1047?
ATS1047 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS2127. Those lead on to 2 units in all.
When is ATS1047 offered?
In 2022, ATS1047 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is ATS1047?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ATS1047 have an exam?
No. ATS1047 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include ATS1047?
ATS1047 is part of Composition and music technology.