Audio Courses

Course Code	Title & Description	Credits	Schedule
AUD 164	Special Topic: AI in Digital Media Arts In this course, students will explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in digital media arts, spanning video, animation, design, audio, and photography. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-leading AI tools while critically examining their creative, ethical, and cultural implications. Students will develop both t...	3	View Schedule
AUD 170	Introduction to Audio Technology This course is a general introduction and survey of audio recording careers, software recording platforms, audio hardware, acoustics/principles of sound and music recording and general applications in computer-aided recording. Students will learn to do a critical analysis of their strengths and weaknesses against the requirements for building a pro...	3	View Schedule
AUD 180	Pro Tools Fundamentals I In this course, students will be introduced to the fundamental skills required for using Avid's Pro Tools digital audio workstation software in various audio production settings. Students will learn about basic navigation and workflows as well as mixing and editing techniques used in the recording of sound. This is the first course in a two-course ...	2	View Schedule
AUD 181	Pro Tools Fundamentals II In this course, students will build upon their introductory skills using Avid's Pro Tools software. They will explore more developed workflows, editing and mixing techniques and options available in the software. Students may choose to take Avid's Pro Tools online exam for certification at the end of the course. If a student passes the exam, they w...	2	View Schedule
AUD 240	Audio Production Techniques I In this project-based course, students will apply progressive sound design techniques to produce recordings for different industry scenarios. They will use acoustic recordings and virtual instrumentation to create industry-standard recordings appropriate for film and commercial broadcast radio. Essential communication and pre-production skills will...	3	View Schedule
AUD 248	Introduction to Live Sound In this course, students will be introduced to the components and usage of portable sound systems for live events. Students will be required to practice sound setup and application of course skills in one or more live performances outside of class. This course may be beneficial for artists and event managers who want to gain a basic understanding o...	3	View Schedule
AUD 250	Audio Production Techniques II In this project-based course, students build upon their audio production skills to create multi-track productions. Students will apply progressive sound design techniques to produce recordings for different industry scenarios. They will use acoustic recordings and virtual instrumentation to create industry-standard recordings appropriate for podcas...	3	View Schedule
AUD 286	Music/Audio Project and Portfolio Production In this capstone class, students will complete, mix and master an array of projects determined by their career goals. Students will take part in special projects with clients as a way to foster professional skill-sets needed in all music/audio production fields. This course was previously MUS 286. Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels o...	3	View Schedule