Spatial Audio is an optional unit of study for advanced students in the graduate program in Audio and Acoustics. Assumed knowledge: Architectural and Audio Acoustics, Audio Production.
Lecturers: Densil Cabrera, Michael Bates, William Martens
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UNIT OF STUDY OUTLINE
Description
This unit of study aims to introduce a range of spatial audio concepts and applications. The unit is designed as an open exploration of spatial audio, relying on the interest and participation of students.
Objectives
This unit of study aims to give students an understanding of acoustical concepts central to architectural acoustics and audio acoustics.
Assessment
Assessment is mainly by a major project which is submitted in stages:
* Initial presentation and submission 11th April (20%): In this class you must present initial ideas for the major project. The presentation must be no longer than 5 minutes in duration. The materials for the presentation are to be submitted for assessment, an must include a 750-1000 word outline of the proposed project.
* Project paper 23rd May (20%) : This is a background paper to your major project. It should present substantial material that contexualises the project, such as the theoretical background to the techniques that you use, artistic and aesthetic influences, historical context, future implications or aspirations of the work. This must be written using the report template (but will not be peer-reviewed). Please ensure that you meet high standards of academic writing and referencing. The report should be about 1500 words. report template
* Final presentation and submission 6th June (50%): This is a presentation to class of the final project, which involves spatial audio production. The duration of the presentations will be negotiated depending on needs. The submission must include the project itself and other presentation material.
* Attendance (10%): 2.5% will be deducted from every class that is not attended without formal certification. Uncertified absences greater than this will result in an absent fail grade. Note that the presentation classes (11th April and 6th June) are compulsory to attend.
Recommended Textbook
F.Rumsey: Spatial Audio. Focal.
This book gives a simple easy-to-read introduction to many of the topics that we will cover in this unit of study.
AES Electronic Library - available online via the library.
SCHEDULE
| Week |
Date |
Activity |
1 |
7th March |
Overview of Spatial Audio, Introduction to binaural and stereophonic systems |
2 |
14th March |
Composition, aesthetics and context |
3 |
4th April |
Studio techniques in Spatial Audio |
4 |
11th April |
Bill Martens Introduction, Project proposals (20% of assessment) |
5-6 |
14th April |
Bill Martens (morning and afternoon) |
7-8 |
15th April |
Bill Martens (morning and afternoon) |
9 |
16th April |
Bill Martens (morning only) |
| |
(17th April) |
Bill Martens public lecture |
10 |
18th April |
Bill Martens (afternoon only) |
11 |
23rd May |
Studio II, Project paper due (20% of assessment)
|
12 |
30th May |
Future trends in Spatial Audio |
13 |
6th June |
Project presentations (50% of assessment) |
This schedule may be subject to change, depending on class progress and factors that are not possible to plan for.
2007 CLASS
STUDENT REPORTS
The following reports are by students in the 2007 Spatial Audio class:
EXTERNAL LINKS
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