AUDIO 113 — Live Sound and Location Recording I — 3.0
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This course instructs students in the design and use of live sound reinforcement systems and principles of live concert recording. Students receive hands-on training in cabling, acoustics, equalization, critical listening, and mixing, as well as techniques for successful location recording. Prerequisite: AUDIO 117, 155 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 120.
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AUDIO 116 — Music Basics for Audio Professionals — 5.0
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Students learn basic music theory, vocabulary, instrumental concepts and communication skills needed to succeed in the professional recording industry. Basic keyboard skills are developed as preparation for MIDI sequencing.
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AUDIO 117 — Introduction to Music Technology — 4.0
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Students learn a brief history of electronic music and the development of analog/digital synthesis and sampling technology. MIDI concepts and applications are covered. Students receive hands-on experience programming and editing sounds on virtual analog synthesizes. Basic MAC computer tutorial and music sequencing software are introduced.
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AUDIO 120 — Digital Audio I — 4.0
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This course is an introduction to digital audio workstations, including: basic audio recording, editing and mixing functions, MIDI sequencing and arranging, digital audio theory, file management, and basic operating system skills. Prerequisite: AUDIO 117 and 155 and MUSC& 141 or AUDIO 116.
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AUDIO 121 — Digital Audio II — 4.0
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This course is a continuation of Digital Audio I and provides intermediate level Digital Audio Workstation instruction. Students further explore the recording, editing, and mixing capabilities of DAW software. Prerequisite: AUDIO 120.
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AUDIO 151 — Audio Project I — 1.0
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Students plan and implement complete recording studio projects including set up, recording, overdubbing, mixdown and mastering. Prerequisite: AUDIO 155 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 156.
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AUDIO 155 — Introduction to Recording — 5.0
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This course is an introduction to techniques and equipment for audio recording. Students study acoustics, studio construction, microphones, signal flow, multitrack recording, signal processing and receive hands-on recording experience. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 117.
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AUDIO 156 — Audio Engineering I — 4.0
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Students study multitrack recording and mixdown techniques including signal flow, microphone techniques, reverb, delay, effects, signal processing and basic mastering. Critical listening and aural skills are developed and applied in mixdowns and Audio Project classes. Prerequisite: AUDIO 155.
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AUDIO 159 — Business of Music — 5.0
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With emphasis on human relations and personal communication skills, students are guided through the maze of the music industry. Skills are developed for working with agents, managers, attorneys, recording company executives, ad agencies, promoters, club owners and musicians. Various music and studio career opportunities are explored along with the pros and cons of contracts, unions, guilds, copyright, publishing and performing rights organizations.
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AUDIO 205 — MIDI Arranging — 5.0
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Students compose and arrange music for small groups of instruments as used in live performance, commercial radio and TV jingles. Using Finale notation software and MIDI production software for the Mac workstation, students study composition and style techniques. Prerequisite: AUDIO 218 and MUSC 214.
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AUDIO 206 — Scoring for Film and Multi-Media — 5.0
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This advanced course provides students with a comprehensive foundation of music scoring and sound design structures for film and video. Students use Mac computer workstations and music production software. Open to full time students in the Audio Technology program. Prerequisite: AUDIO 205.
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AUDIO 213 — Live Sound II — 4.0
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This course is a continuation of AUDIO 113 with emphasis on setup and operation of larger systems. Students study system design, signal processing, acoustics, troubleshooting, critical listening and effective communication. Students receive extensive hands-on experience running sound for a variety of music ensembles. Prerequisite: AUDIO 113, 156 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 217, 218, MUSC 214.
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AUDIO 217 — System Setup and Maintenance — 3.0
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Students learn to set up and solve technical problems within a digital audio/MIDI workstation. Learn about MIDI/Audio interface connections and troubleshooting in both digital and combination digital /analog recording studio environments. Prerequisite: MUSC 167.
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AUDIO 218 — Digital Audio III — 5.0
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This course provides intermediate level instruction on Pro Tools digital audio workstations with an emphasis on music editing and professional mixing techniques. Prerequisite: AUDIO 121, 156 and MUSC 167.
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AUDIO 219 — Digital Audio IV — 5.0
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This course provides advanced level instruction on Pro Tools digital audio workstations with an emphasis on MIDI and music production. Prerequisite: AUDIO 213 and 218 or 255.
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AUDIO 220 — Digital Audio V — 5.0
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This course will provide an overview of the sound for picture industry as well as in-depth instruction on sound effects creation/ editing, ADR, field recording, synch, and post-production utilizing Pro Tools digital audio workstations. Prerequisite: AUDIO 219 and 255.
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AUDIO 251 — Audio Projects II — 1.0
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Students record, edit, and mix audio projects for their portfolios in this course. Students begin pre-production and then projects are assessed at several points during the recording process. Finished mixes are critiqued and then mastered. Prerequisite: AUDIO 151, 219, 255 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 260.
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AUDIO 255 — Audio Engineering II — 4.0
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Students study more advanced audio recording and production techniques as they participate in live recording and mixdown sessions. This includes further study of analog and digital signal processing multitrack editing and CD production. Prerequisite: AUDIO 121, 151, 156 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 217, 218, MUSC 214.
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AUDIO 260 — Audio Portfolio — 1.0
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In this course students assemble a professional audio portfolio for presentation to prospective employers. Students learn advanced signal processing techniques and develop refined critical listening skills. Prerequisite: AUDIO 151, 219, 255 and concurrent enrollment in AUDIO 206, 220, 251.
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AUDIO 266 — Cooperative Education Seminar — 1.0
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For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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AUDIO 267 — Cooperative Education Work Experience — 1.0-3.0 Credits
For course description, see Cooperative Education.
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