Program Info
Effective Term
Fall 2017
Year Established
2015
Program Code
RECORDINGARTS.CA
Degree Type
Certificate of Achievement
Program Description
Description
Provides course work in essential music skills and digital recording techniques. Covers recording engineering, mixing, and mastering of recorded works. Uses a live studio environment to promote the development of practical skills.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Select, set up, and place recording equipment for a variety of musical ensembles.
- Set up, manage, and use digital recording software including plug-ins.
- Communicate with musicians/clients using industry and musical terminology.
- Interpret artistic ideas and translate them into recordings.
- Prepare and master recordings for commercial release and sale.
Career Opportunities
- Studio recording engineer
- Studio recording technician
- Mastering engineer
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements and Eligibility
- Basic computer skills
- Fundamental knowledge of music theory
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
Course name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
MUS-117: Piano Class 1 | 2.00 |
MUS-126: Recording Studio Engineering 1 | 3.00 |
MUS-127: Audio Mastering 1 | 3.00 |
MUS-138: Music Theory 1 | 3.00 |
MUS-139: Music Theory 2 | 3.00 |
MUS-141: Aural Music Skills 1 | 2.00 |
MUS-142: Aural Music Skills 2 | 2.00 |
MUS-226: Recording Studio Engineering 2 | 3.00 |
MUS-227: Audio Mastering 2 | 3.00 |
MUS-229: Advanced Studies in Audio Recording | 2.00 |
Music: Complete two credits |
2.00 |
Credit Hours: 28
Required Support Courses
Course name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
PSCI-135: Sound & Light in Fine-Arts | 4.00 |
Credit Hours: 4
Minimum Total Credit Hours
32.00