MUSJAZZ 1500B - Jazz Theory 1 Part 2
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSJAZZ 1500B Course Jazz Theory 1 Part 2 Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Prerequisites MUSJAZZ 1500A Restrictions Available to BMus students only Assessment Semester 1: written assessment 25%, keyboard assessment 12.5%, aural assessment 12.5% Semester 2: written assessment 25%, keyboard assessment 12.5%, aural assessment 12.5% Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Mr Bruce Hancock
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
- Students will develop a fundamental knowledge of jazz harmony and theory concepts.
- Students will acquire and develop a range of skills to seek out relevant information.
- Students will analyse and apply concepts of music theory to their development as musicians.
- Students will develop a foundation of skills in jazz piano to support the practical application of theory concepts and serve as an aid to study throughout the rest of the degree program.
- Students will further develop their aural skills within jazz repertoire.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 3, 4, 5 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 3 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Essential jazz theory topics are presented/explained within weekly jazz theory lectures of 1 hour duration. Application and further discussion of these topics occurs in weekly tutorial sessions, where assignments and exercises are also presented. The Aural Workshop provides development of listening skills in the range of sound elements: meter, rhythm, pitch, harmony, timbre, texture, dynamics, articulation and structure and in the detection of errors occurring between sounds heard and written notationWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
- 3 contact hours per week for scheduled classes
- 2 to 3 hours per week for study & assignments
Learning Activities Summary
No information currently available.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Semester 1 Assessment breakdown Ongoing Assessment (assignments) 10% 1, 2, 3 90 min written theory examination - end of semester. 15% 1 Keyboard Assessment 10% 1, 3, 4 Aural Assesssment 15% 5 Semester 2 Assessment breakdown Ongoing Assessment (assignments) 10% 1, 2, 3 90 min written theory examination - end of semester. 15% 1 Keyboard Assessment 10% 1, 3, 4 Aural Assessment 15% 5 Assessment Related Requirements
Both the Theory and Aural components must be passed in order the pass the course as a whole.Assessment Detail
Specific details of the assessment for each component will be provided by the Lecturer in charge of that component.Submission
Students must be available during the identified University examination periods. Students are not entitled to sit an examination at another time, nor are they entitled to any other concessions if an examination conflicts with a planned vacation or special event.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
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- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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