MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2016/17

BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.2 Acoustics
Unit: 43 Principles of Musical Sound
Assessor: Matt Power I.V: Andy Pettitt
Date issued: 05/03/18
Formative assessment: 30/04/18 Submission date: 14/05/18

The This project is designed to provide a working knowledge of the principles of sound, particularly in
project those areas related to music technology. This is supported through the study of the physical
brief properties of sound, human hearing, musical instruments and the environments where they are
played. You will consider the acoustic properties of instruments and how the environment in
which they are played affects the sound they produce.
Scenario As a music producer you have been asked to assess the acoustical suitability of live and
recording facilities. You must present a report that explains sound theory, human hearing,
acoustic properties of instruments, and the room acoustics. It must contain diagrams and
illustrations.

Learning Outcomes

LO 1 Understand the theory of sound
LO 2 Understand the theory of hearing
LO 3 Understand acoustic properties of
instruments and voices
LO 4 Understand the acoustic properties
of performance areas
1.1 Explain the attributes of sound waves
1.2 Explain the theoretical basis of the harmonic series and
non-harmonic partials
2.1 Explain the physiology of hearing and the causes for loss
of hearing
2.2 Explain the principles of localisation and perception of
distance
2.3 Analyse music using a range of listening models
3.1 Explain the acoustical properties of sound generators and
resonators
3.2 Assess the impact of physical form on the sound of an
instrument
4.1 Assess the suitability of a location for performances or
recording situations
4.2 Present a range of acoustic treatment solutions to enhance
the sound of a location

Learner declaration

I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully
acknowledged.

Student signature: Date:

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2016/17


Grade Descriptor
M1
Identify and apply
strategies to find
appropriate solutions
M2
Select / design and apply
appropriate methods and
techniques
M3
Present and communicate
appropriate findings
Grade Descriptor
D1
Use critical reflection to
evaluate own work and
justify valid conclusions
D2
Take responsibility for
managing and organising
activities
D3
Demonstrate convergent /
lateral / creative thinking
This project requires a good understanding and application of mathematics.
Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2016/17
MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2016/17
This assignment gives you the opportunity to
achieve the following MERIT grades:
Indicative Contextualisation
Characteristic/s
An effective approach to Your work must show that you researched and fully
study and research understood the specific areas of acoustics that allow
you to correctly choose appropriate theories to solve
problems.
Complex information/data You must be able to reach conclusions having
has been synthesised processed multiple streams of data relating to
acoustics.
Coherent, logical Your report must succinctly communicate the results
development of principles of your research to a variety of audiences.
for the intended audience
This assignment gives you the opportunity to
achieve the following DISTINCTION grades:
Indicative Contextualisation
Characteristic/s
Conclusions have been You must be able to justify your conclusions with
arrived at through clarity, having suggested a range of potential
synthesis of ideas and routes.
have been justified
Substantial activities, You must take a professional approach when
projects or investigations carrying out your research. The report must be the
have been planned, result of a balanced and well planned period of
managed and organized. study.
Ideas have been You must consider all the options and decide upon
generated and decisions the best route given the information at hand.
taken.
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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF

BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.2 Acoustics
Unit: 43 Principles of Musical Sounds
Assessor: Matt Power I.V: Andy Pettitt
Date issued: 05/03/18
Formative assessment: 30/04/18 Submission date: 14/05/18

The This project is designed to provide a working knowledge of the principles of sound, particularly in
project those areas related to music technology. This is supported through the study of the physical
brief properties of sound, human hearing, musical instruments and the environments where they are
played. You will consider the acoustic properties of instruments and how the environment in
which they are played affects the sound they produce.
Scenario As a music producer you have been asked to assess the acoustical suitability of live and
recording facilities. You must present a report that explains sound theory, human hearing,
acoustic properties of instruments, and the room acoustics. It must contain diagrams and
illustrations.

TASKS EVIDENCE
Task 1 Create an introduction to your report that explains the attributes of sound waves and Part 1 of
1.1, 1.2 explains the theoretical basis of the harmonic series and non-harmonic partials. written report.

Task 2 Present section two as an understanding of the theory of hearing. Explain the Part 2 of
2.1, physiology of hearing, the principles of localisation, and analyse music using a written report.
2.2, 2.3 range of listening models. Include sections on potential causes for loss of hearing,
and perception of distance.
Task 3 You must explain acoustic properties of instruments and human voices in section Part 3 of
3.1, 3.2 three. The properties of sound generators and the impact physical form has on written report.
sound creation must be explained in this section.
Task 4 In the final section you must show your understanding of room acoustics by Part 4 of
4.1, 4.2 assessing the suitability of a location for recording, and by presenting acoustic written report.
solutions to enhance the sound of particular locations.

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2016/17

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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HND) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Acoustics
Unit: 43 Principles of Musical Sound
Assessor: I.V:
Learner: Date Submitted:

Criteria The evidence shows you are able to: Achieved (tick)
1.1 Explain the attributes of sound waves
1.2 Explain the theoretical basis of the harmonic series and non-harmonic
partials
2.1 Explain the physiology of hearing and the causes for loss of hearing
2.2 Explain the principles of localisation and perception of distance
2.3 Analyse music using a range of listening models
3.1 Explain the acoustical properties of sound generators and resonators
3.2 Assess the impact of physical form on the sound of an instrument
4.1 Assess the suitability of a location for performances or recording situations
4.2 Present a range of acoustic treatment solutions to enhance the sound of a
location

Merit Distinction

Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick) Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick)

M1 D1
Identify and apply Use critical reflection to
strategies to find evaluate own work and
appropriate solutions justify valid conclusions
M2 D2
Select / design and apply Take responsibility for
appropriate methods and managing and organizing
techniques activities
M3 D3
Present and Demonstrate convergent
communicate appropriate / lateral / creative thinking
findings

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2016/17

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Formative Feedback: Assessor to Student

Action Plan

Summative feedback

Feedback: Student to Assessor

Assessor Signature Date

Student Signature Date

Qualification: BTEC HND in MUSIC 2016/17