Audio Production Technologies
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) 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 Associate in Applied Science (AAS) is also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Audio Production Technologies (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5334
Total credits required
39-40
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of music and sound. (MTC101, MUC111, MUC191, MUC193, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC122)
- Apply audio engineering and/or sound design techniques using current industry standard technologies. (MUC111, MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC281, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate effective written, oral, visual, interpersonal and collaborative skills to build relationships and network with diverse clients, colleagues, and organizations. (MTC101, MUC109, MUC110, MUC145, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC122, MUC222, MUC292, MUC295)
- Employ basic computer literacy skills to general and audio-specific applications. (MUC111, MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC281, 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. (MUC111, MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC297AA, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC281, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate effective troubleshooting methods in a variety of contexts. (MUC111, MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC296WA, MUC281, MUC297AA, MUC298AA, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC292, MUC295)
- Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics, relevant intellectual property laws, rights management, publishing, licensing, and contracts. (MUC109, MUC110, MUC145, MUC296WA, MUC297AA, MUC298AA)
- Critically analyze media for their social, cultural, aesthetic, and historical significance. (MUC109, MUC110, MUC191, MUC192, MUC195, MUC195AA)
- Using a fundamental understanding of scientific inquiry, solve problems within the discipline. (MUC111, MUC191, MUC192, MUC193, MUC194, MUC195, MUC195AA, MUC196, MUC196AA, MUC197, MUC112, MUC122, MUC198, MUC222, MUC289, MUC281, MUC292, MUC295)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 30-31 | |
| 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 |
| MUC296WA | Cooperative Education (1) OR | |
| MUC297AA | Audio Production Internship (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 |
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