Understand the importance of designing, installing and operating sound reinforcement systems suitable to meet the audience’s (and the performers') expectations.

How we hear sound. Learn how the sounds received by our ears are transmitted and processed in our brains. Learn about the most common forms of music-induced hearing disorders.

Acquire foundational knowledge of essential sound-related terms and measurement units. Understand the basic principles underlying sound to enable better planning and execution of live events.

Learn about fundamental aspects of acoustics and sound system design to help you understand practical ways to improve the experience and safety of all event stakeholders.

Identify the issues surrounding noise pollution in the area surrounding a venue. Understand the potential solutions at both indoor and outdoor music venues.

Learn what sound level limits are and how they can be enforced. Develop your skills in dealing with stakeholders on sound/noise levels before, during and after an event. Learn how to apply the relevant monitoring protocols. Be able to interpret and act on the information from real-time monitoring systems.

Appreciate why and when personal hearing protection is needed at events. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of common forms of hearing protection. Demonstrate how to use hearing protection properly. Identify the risks to hearing when using in-ear monitors.

Understand the principles around effective sound management at live music events and the importance of good communication to achieve this. Understand how to manage the interaction of different roles involved in the operation of an event. Learn how to draw up a responsible sound management plan.