Technical Theatre: Audio Technician
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Audio Technician is designed to prepare students to apply live sound reinforcement in theatre productions. Classes include instruction in live sound reinforcement, setting up equipment, and sound design for theatrical productions. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Visual and Performing Arts
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Technical Theatre: Audio Technician (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5077N
Total credits required
11-12
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Demonstrate an understanding of audio signal flow. (MUC197, MUC198, THP201AA, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB)
- Demonstrate proper use of dynamic and time-based audio effects. (MUC122, MUC197, MUC198, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB)
- Demonstrate the setup, placement, care, and use of mics, speakers, monitors, and mixing consoles according to industry standards. (MUC197, MUC198, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB, THO251)
- Apply knowledge of various mic types and placement on actors. (MUC197, MUC198, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB)
- Apply audio mixing skills in a theatre production. (MUC122, MUC197, MUC198, THP201AA, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB)
- Demonstrate proper programming and use of an audio cueing system for theatrical use. (MUC122, THP201AB, THP202, THO202AB)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 11-12 | |
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 |
| MUC197 | Live Sound Reinforcement I | 3 |
| MUC198 | Live Sound Reinforcement II | 3 |
| THP201AA | Theatre Production I (1) OR | |
| THP201AB | Theatre Production II (2) OR | |
| THP202 | Theatre Production Projects (1) OR | |
| THO202AB | Theatre Production I Electrics (1) | 1-2 |
| THO251 | Safety Practices in Theatre and Film Production | 1 |
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