University Pro Tools HD Studios.

Nathan ADAM, Brady BARNETT (2006) Multi-platinum Pro Tools: Advanced Editing, Pocketing and Autotuning Techniques Focal
Matt DONNER (2006) Pro Tools 7 Overdrive!: Expert Quick Tips Delmar
David FRANZ (2001) Producing in the Home Studio with Pro Tools Berklee Press
Steve HEITHECKER, Scott HIRSCH (2006) Pro Tools 7 Session Secrets: Professional Recipes for High-Octane Results Hungry Minds ISBN: 0471933984 John KEANE (2002) A Musician's Guide to Pro Tools Athens, GA: Supercat Press
Collin MacQUEEN, Steve ALBANESE (2002) Pro Tools Power Muska and Lipman
Ashley SHEPHERD (2003) Pro Tools for video, film and multimedia Boston: Muska and Lipman
Jeff STRONG (2004) Pro Tools for Dummies Wiley
Holman TOMLINSON (2000) 5.1 Surround Up and Running Focal Press
Jose "Chilitos" VALENZUELA (2004) The Complete Pro Tools Shortcuts
Hilary WYATT, Tim AMYES (2005) Audio post production for television and film Oxford: Focal Press

Digidesign Pro Tools Reference Guide (available for use in studios, or downloadable from www.digidesign.com) Digidesign Control|24 Guide

3 hours per week. Lectures and interactive laboratory/demonstration sessions.
(1:n)1 (1:20)2

Prior knowledge of Pro Tools up to Digidesign 201 level (MUSI60328 Advanced Pro Tools Techniques, or equivalent)

The objective of the module is to consolidate and develop a professional operator-level understanding and fluency with Pro Tools in a contemporary studio environment. There will therefore be extensive study of techniques and workflows including recording and overdubbing, professional editing techniques, mixing (including advanced surround mixing) and automation, and advanced MIDI. Furthermore, detailed study will be undertaken of session preparation; interaction with other applications using OMF and AAF; interaction with servers and networks; synchronisation with external devices and technologies; delivery formats; and documentation considerations (metadata, EDL).

30% practical exam and 70% in-course assessment (report)

A two hour practical exam (30%) assessing learning outcomes 2 and 3. A 1500 word report (70%) assessing learning outcome 1 documenting the group work undertaken for the module.
The practical exam will take place in the university Pro Tools HD studios.

Pro Tools is widely used across the creative industries for both music and post-production. Being a fluent user of this important package will give you a competitive edge as you embark upon your career in music. You will learn advanced uses of Pro Tools, including its integration into the workflow context of a contemporary music production environment. You will consolidate and develop a professional operator-level understanding and fluency with Pro Tools in a contemporary studio setting. You will study a variety of techniques and workflows including recording and overdubbing, professional editing, mixing and automation, and advanced MIDI. An in-depth understanding of and familiarity with this system will allow you to unlock your potential and focus on your creativity.