Evaluate acoustics and sound reinforcement systems (PAs) LEGACY

URN: CCSMT29L
Business Sectors (Suites): Sound Recording and Music Technology
Developed by: Creative & Cultural Skills
Approved on: 2015

Overview


Performance criteria

You must be able to:


Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:


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Scope Performance


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Values


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Skills


Glossary


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Version Number


Indicative Review Date

2015

Validity

Legacy

Status

Original

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Relevant Occupations

Artistic and Literary Occupations, Arts, Media and Publishing

SOC Code

3417

Keywords

Music technology; sound; sound waves;mechanical waves; longitudinal waves; transverse waves; pressure waves; standing waves and resonance; shock waves;, wave motion; oscillating patterns; wave properties; wavelength; frequency; velocity; amplitude; high air-pressure (compressions); low air-pressure (rarefactions); infrasound; ultrasound; Pitch and frequency; vibration; particle displacement; particle velocity; sound power; sound pressure and intensity; decibel scale; the speed of sound; interference and beats; superposition; reflection; refraction; diffraction; natural frequency; fundamental frequency; octave; harmonics; standing waves; diffusion; sine wave; square wave; pulse wave; triangle wave; sawtooth wave; white noise; noise; timbre; Fourier's theorem; PA sound reinforcement; PA’s; Recording studios; programming/project studios; home studios; broadcast studios; radio suites; edit suites; mastering suite; copy/transfer room; interview booths; vocal booth; machine room; rehearsal rooms; orchestral recording space/areas; theatres; concert venues; public address spaces; conference venues; stadium and arena spaces; open air concerts/events; restaurants/ambience; churches; religious buildings; halls; tents/marquees/big tops; live events, exhibitions;