Module Identifier DR22110  
Module Title SOUND DESIGN THEORY AND PRACTICE  
Academic Year 2000/2001  
Co-ordinator Mr Nick Strong  
Semester Semester 2  
Other staff Mr Nick Strong  
Pre-Requisite DR10320  
Course delivery Lecture   6 Hours 6 x 1 hour  
  Seminars / Tutorials   2 Hours 2 x 2 hours  
  Workshop   6 Hours 6 x 2 hour practical workshops  
Assessment Group presentation   Group Practice   40%  
  Project work   Individual Theoretical Project   60%  

Brief description
This module will introduce students to the practice of recorded sound design in modern theatre. The module will define practical methodologies of sound design in modern theatre practice, introduce the tools of the sound engineer and their practical uses, and make reference to lighting design for various modes of performance. It will also include the analysis of sound design for nominated productions.