Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
R/504/8041
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to set up a software MIDI sequencer and headphone/monitor system.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Make connections between pieces of MIDI equipment.
  • 1.2
    Configure a MIDI sequencer to accept and transmit MIDI instructions.
  • 1.3
    Configure audio connections between MIDI sound sources and audio monitoring facilities.

2

Know the functions of a software-based MIDI sequencing package.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify different basic MIDI functions within a software MIDI sequencer.
  • 2.2
    Outline how a MIDI sequencer allows multiple channels of data to be controlled simultaneously.
  • 2.3
    Describe key MIDI functions within a software sequencer package.

3

Understand terminology relating to MIDI sequencing and software.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Define key terms relevant to the use of MIDI sequencing and software.

4

Be able to create MIDI files to a given brief.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Use MIDI processes to achieve creative outputs set out in a given, straightforward brief.
  • 4.2
    Balance and edit MIDI appropriately.
  • 4.3
    Save files to specified locations.

5

Know about computerised file location, saving and backup procedures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Describe computerised file structures and computer network storage systems.
  • 5.2
    Give reasons for data backup policies.
  • 5.3
    Describe ways of using storage media to secure data.
  • 5.4
    Use different types of storage media to backup and transport files.