Audio Production Technologies
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Audio Production Technologies offers students hands-on study of audio engineering and related media fields. Students learn and apply the concepts and theories associated with music recording, live sound reinforcement, and sound design. The program is designed to give students foundational knowledge and experience essential in the field of audio production. An embedded Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Audio Production Technologies is also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Audio Production Technologies (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3024
Total credits required
62-71
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Utilize appropriate campus resources, tools, and opportunities to support building connections and achieving individual educational goals. (FYE101, FYE103)
- Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of music and sound. (MTC101, MUC191, MUC193, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC122)
- Apply audio engineering and/or sound design techniques using current industry standard technologies. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC281, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate effective written, oral, visual, interpersonal and collaborative skills to build relationships and network with diverse clients, colleagues, and organizations. (MTC101, MUC193, MUC109, MUC110, MUC145, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA,MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC122, MUC222, MUC292, MUC295, (COM), [FYC], [SB])
- Employ basic computer literacy skills to general and audio-specific applications. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC281, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA,MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate the initiative and ability to adapt to new technologies. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC281, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA,MUC197, MUC297AA, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate effective troubleshooting methods in a variety of contexts. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC281, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA,MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295, [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics, relevant intellectual property laws, rights management, publishing, licensing, and contracts. (MUC109, MUC110, MUC145, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, (CRE), [SB])
- Critically analyze media for their social, cultural, aesthetic, and historical significance. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC109, MUC110, (CRE), [HU])
- Using a fundamental understanding of scientific inquiry, solve problems within the discipline. (MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC281, MUC111, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295, [MA], [SG], [SQ])
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 31-34 | |
| In addition to the required course work, students must consult with a program advisor to select nine credits within the Restricted Electives area. | ||
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| MTC101 | Introduction to Music Theory | 3 |
| MUC109 | Music Business: Content Creation and Copyright | 3 |
| MUC110 | Music Business: Marketing and Monetization (3) OR | |
| MUC145 | Recording Studio Business Operations (2) | 2-3 |
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | 3 |
| MUC191 | Electronic Music I | 3 |
| MUC192 | Electronic Music II | 3 |
| MUC194 | Audio Mixing Techniques | 3 |
| MUC195 | Studio Music Recording I (3) OR | |
| MUC195AA | Studio Music Recording I (3) | 3 |
| MUC196 | Studio Music Recording II (3) OR | |
| MUC196AA | Studio Music Recording II (3) | 3 |
| MUC197 | Live Sound Reinforcement I | 3 |
| MUC297AA | Audio Production Internship (1) OR | |
| MUC296WA | Cooperative Education (1) OR | |
| MUC298AA | Special Projects (1) | 1 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 9 | |
| Students must select a total of nine (9) credits from the list below in consultation with an academic advisor. | ||
| NOTE: at least one (1) of the following courses must be completed: MUC281, MUC289, MUC292, or MUC295. | ||
| MUC112 | Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) | 3 |
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 |
| MUC193 | Computer-Based Sound Synthesis | 3 |
| MUC198 | Live Sound Reinforcement II | 3 |
| MUC222 | Sound Design II | 3 |
| MUC281 | Electronic Music III | 3 |
| MUC289 | Live Sound Reinforcement III | 3 |
| MUC292 | Sound Design III | 3 |
| MUC295 | Studio Music Recording III | 3 |
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 22-28 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-18 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) OR | |
| ENG111 | Technical and Professional Writing (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR | |
| COM110 | Interpersonal Communication (3) OR | |
| COM225 | Public Speaking (3) OR | |
| COM230 | Small Group Communication (3) | 3 |
| COM110 | is recommended. | |
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) | 0-3 | |
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-6 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Mathematics area. | ||
| Students who intend to transfer must take: | ||
| MAT140 | College Mathematics (5) OR | |
| MAT141 | College Mathematics (4) OR | |
| MAT142 | College Mathematics (3) OR | |
| MAT145 | College Mathematics with Review (5) OR | |
| MAT146 | College Mathematics with Review (6) | 3-6 |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 10 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education courses from the Humanities, Arts and Design area. | ||
| MHL140 | or MHL145 or MHL153 are recommended. | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Social-Behavioral Sciences area. | ||
| PSY101 | is recommended. | |
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| Any approved general education course from the Natural Sciences area. | ||
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