SOUND TECHNOLOGIES (TURKISH, THESIS, JAZZ)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
STT5031	Multi-Channel Mixing	Fall	3	0	3	8

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAHYA BURAK TAMER
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi CEMAL BARKIN ENGİN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course examines the concept of multi-track mixing, an essential phase of musical post-production, from aesthetical and technical perspectives. In addition to necessary hardware and software training, the course will also focus on audio oriented ear training, genre appreciation and creative technical strategies. Students will be encouraged to develop analytical yet individual approaches to mixing.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Familiarize with historical and current mixing styles / techniques.
II. Advance audio hardware and software skills.
III. Analyze a mix from spectral, dynamic and dimensional perspectives.
IV. Improve audio correction and restoration skills.
V. Develop target based production strategies.
VI. Attune to different technical conditions.
VII. Adjust to collective and individual workflows / schedules.

Course Content

Introduction to mixing: A historical overview, Set-up, signal flow & organization, Spectral signal processing: Filters & equalization techniques, Dynamic signal processing:
Compressors, limiters, expanders, gates and de-essing, Time-based signal processing: Reverbs, delays and modulation effects, Other signal processing tools & DAW automation, Advanced processing techniques: Parallel & side chain compression, harmonic enhancement, re-amping & audio replacement, Vocal mixing, Drum mixing, Other instrumental mixing approaches, Genre specific mixing concepts, Monitoring, meters & delivery formats, Surround mixing.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to mixing: A historical overview
2)	Set-up, signal flow & organization
3)	Spectral signal processing: Filters& equalization techniques
4)	Dynamic signal processing: Compressors, limiters, expanders, gates and de-essing
5)	Time-based signal processing: Reverbs, delays and modulation effects
6)	Other signal processing tools & DAW automation
7)	Advanced processing techniques: Parallel & side chain compression, harmonic enhancement, re-amping & audio replacement
8)	Midterm, audio restoration tools
9)	Vocal mixing
10)	Drum mixing
11)	Other instrumental mixing approaches
12)	Genre specific mixing concepts
13)	Monitoring, meters & delivery formats
14)	Surround mixing

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	Mixing Audio: Concepts, Practices and Tools, Ray Izhaki ISBN: 0240520688 The Mixing Engineer's Handbook, Bobby Owsinski ISBN: 1598632515 F.Alton Everest, Critical Listening Skills for Audio Professionals ISBN-13: 978-1598630237

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	15	% 10
Homework Assignments	1	% 15
Project	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 15
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Laboratory	15	53
Application	7	28
Study Hours Out of Class	14	72
Total Workload		195

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

Program Outcomes

Level of Contribution