ATS2186 Audio lab
Faculty of Arts
ATS2186 Audio lab is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2024 in Semester 1 at Caulfield. It needs ATS1089, ATS1119, ATS1090 and ATS1206 and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2024
- Semester 1
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2024 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ATS2186
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After ATS2186
3 units list ATS2186 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Pre-requisite: Must have completed 2 units from: ATS1119 and ATS1026 OR ATS1089 and ATS1090
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in Bachelor of Media Communication or Bachelor of Arts.
Overview
The Audio Lab is a multi-disciplinary learning environment where students from the different specialisations in the Bachelor of Media Communication come together to explore new technologies, skills and practices in audio media. Students will devise an Audio research project that tests the capabilities of new audio technologies and explore applications. The lab fosters creativity and experimentation in media production while also developing professional skills in collaboration and adaptability.
Offerings in 2024
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- MultimediaMixed mode25%
- Media taskAssignment20%
- Media taskAssignment30%
- ExegesisResearch assignment25%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Identify and discuss the communicative and creative role of audio in contemporary media environments;
- 2
Display proficiency in a variety of audio media skills and practices;
- 3
Work reflectively, independently and collaboratively with peers to conceptualize and design an audio media project;
- 4
Apply audio skills in media production that critically reflects on the evolving technologies and practices of audio.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 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.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Claire Perkins
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Claire Perkins
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ATS2186?
You need ATS1089, ATS1119, ATS1090 and ATS1206 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ATS2186?
ATS2186 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including ATS3191, ATS3192 and ATS3949.
When is ATS2186 offered?
In 2024, ATS2186 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield.
How much work is ATS2186?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ATS2186 have an exam?
No. ATS2186 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.