Sound Engineering
A recording studio-based course, delivered by Shetland Arts in Mareel, designed to develop practical and creative sound engineering and production skills. It enables students to use computer-based digital audio workstations to record and mix live music and audio.
Course Summary
Course Summary
Students will use a variety of recording equipment and techniques to create a multi-track recording and produce an edited stereo mix to a professional standard. An element of live performance is included although the ability to play an instrument or sing is not mandatory.
- Technical - operation of audio recording equipment and music recording, editing, mixing and mastering techniques
- Creative - selecting and rehearsing musical pieces to record and the use of sound effects and production techniques
- Transferable - research skills, employability self-reflection, group work, project management and evaluation, communications
The course is based on the SQA Creative Industries National Progression Award and comprises 4 modules at National 4 level.
- Creative Industries Basics
- Practical Skills Development
- Pre-production
- Production
Progression
Progression
This course will provide you with potential employment opportunities and progression routes to further study in a range of Creative Industries courses at Further Education institutions throughout the UK.
Course Information
Course Information
- Place of Study
Mareel, Lerwick - Course Time
Alternate Fridays over 1 year, 9.00am - 1.30pm - For S3 pupils.
Number of places available: 12 (subject to change)
Information for Applicants
Information for Applicants
You will be asked to attend an online interview as part of the application process.
The number of places on each course is limited and you may not get a place on the course of your choice if there are more applications than there are places available.