Audio Courses

Course Code Title & Description Credits 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 Credits) 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 Credits) 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 Credits) 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 Credits) View Schedule
AUD 248

Introduction to Live Sound

Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; AUD 170 minimum grade "C"

(3 Credits) 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 Credits) 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. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing ...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
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