Audio Software

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
D/502/4390
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
20 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Use audio hardware and software to capture sequences

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify the combination of input device and audio software to use to capture information, to avoid any compatibility issues
  • 1.2
    Select and use an appropriate combination of input device and audio software to record sequences
  • 1.3
    Describe the impact file size and file format will have on saving sequences
  • 1.4
    Identify when to use different types of information coding and compression
  • 1.5
    Store and retrieve sequences using appropriate file formats and compression, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available
2

Use audio software tools and techniques to combine and edit sequences

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify the sequences to add, keep and remove
  • 2.2
    Select and use appropriate audio software tools to mark-up and edit sequences
  • 2.3
    Organise and combine information for sequences in line with any copyright constraints, including across different software
  • 2.4
    Describe how copyright constraints affect use of own and others’ information
3

Play and present audio sequences

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe the features and constraints of playback software and display devices
  • 3.2
    Select and use an appropriate combination of audio playback software and display device to suit the file format
  • 3.3
    Identify the settings which could be adjusted to improve the quality of presentations
  • 3.4
    Adjust playback and display settings to enhance the quality of the presentation