AUDI - Audio Production
AUDI - Audio Production
AUDI 1000 Audio Production I for Non-Majors (3)
AUDI 1200 Introduction to MIDI (3)
This course is intended for students not pursuing any further
courses in Audio Production. The student examines the basics of
audio recording, editing, sound mixing and special effects. The
student is expected to work independently in the audio studio.
Prerequisites: EPMD 1000, OR permission from instructor.
Students learn the basics of MIDI recording, note editing,
parameter control, and creation of music written in the program
Digital Performer. Students are expected to work independently in
the MIDI studio.
AUDI 1050 Introductory Topics in Audio (1-3)
Offered periodically to deal with topics in audio not covered by
regularly offered courses. May be repeated for credit if content
differs.
Continues and expands the concepts and techniques presented
in Audio Production I. Students learn advanced stereo audio
production, both in the studio and on location. Prerequisite: AUDI
1100.
AUDI 1061 Steal This Music (3)
AUDI 2050 Audio Technology Practicum (3)
Through case study of controversies in the music industry,
students learn about the cultures and institutions of music and
the ethical considerations applied to creation, distribution, and
consumption of music. Students learn to analyze both the context
and the specifics of the ethical dilemmas facing music industry
professionals, as well as the average person. Students learn to
advocate for ethical individual and societal responses to resolve
or address these dilemmas.
The student examines equipment layout and operation through
practical exercises. Concepts are tested as the student
incorporates skills from basic to advanced. Course must be taken
concurrently with AUDI 2000. Prerequisite: AUDI 1100.
This course will survey the development of the "protest song"
from the 19th century to the beginning of the 21st. The course will
take an interdisciplinary approach to explore the synergy of words
and music into a powerful communication tool in the struggle
for change. It is not a course in music history or composition.
Students will examine examples of protest songs and consider the
song's socio/political impact, the life of its composer/performer,
the ethical values expressed, and the song's place in history.
Songs from social struggles including slavery, racial equality, the
rise of labor unions, LGBTQ rights and anti-war protests will form
the core of the course content. Although the course will focus on
the protest song in America, it will also touch on its global role
in other countries such as South Africa and Russia. The central
question to be considered is "how have songs been used as
a tool to effect social and political change and have they been
effective"?
Course work includes weekly lectures, reading and listening
assignments, participation in a discussion group, and writing
projects that focus on analysis of songs and their role in social
struggles in America and beyond. Courses may be repeated in
content varies. Content for this course does not vary significantly
from term to term.
AUDI 1100 Audio Production I for Majors (2)
Intended for Audio Production majors, Audio Production minors,
and any student who intends to take more advanced audio
classes. The course provides an introduction to the technology,
techniques and science employed in audio production. Topics
include transducers (microphones and loudspeakers), mixing
console function and operation, gain structure, signal path, audio
editing and hearing preservation. Prerequisites: EPMD 1000 or
permission of instructor. Co-requisite: AUDI 1101.
AUDI 1101 Audio Production I Lab for Audio Majors (1)
This is an introductory practical course designed to accompany
AUDI 1100. The course challenges students to apply the concepts
learned in AUDI 1100 to hands-on production work. The student
is expected to work independently and in small groups both in the
audio studio and in the field. Course must be taken concurrently
with AUDI 1100. Prerequisite: EMPD 1000 or permission of
instructor. Co-Requisite: AUDI 1100.
AUDI 2100 Radio Production (3)
The student explores the theoretical and practical elements of
radio production and radio station operation. Topics include
basic announcing, interviewing, tape and digital editing, news
reading, production of station "promos" and commercials, radio
programming/formats, FCC regulations, and audience research.
Technical skills include the operation of standard broadcast
equipment. Each student is expected to work independently in
the radio studio. Prerequisite: AUDI 1000 OR AUDI 1100 OR
permission of the instructor.
AUDI 2300 Pro Tools (3)
Students learn the basic principles of this industry standard
digital audio workstation (DAW) and its uses in recording studio
technology. The course focuses on Pro Tools software and its
various applications including post-production, mixing, and effects
processing. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000
AUDI 3000 Multitrack Recording (3)
Students learn multitrack audio recording strategies and
techniques. Topics include: studio session procedures, theory
and operation of multitrack tape recorder and audio console,
and multitrack recording techniques for speech and music.
Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3100 Audio Field Production for Visual Media (3)
Students enrolled in this course learn the basics of recording
audio on location for visual media. This includes sound for film,
video and interactive media. The course consists of both theory
and hands-on assignments. Students will work on actual projects.
Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3150 Topics (1-3)
Offered periodically to deal with topics in audio not covered by
regularly offered courses. May be repeated for credit if content
differs. Prerequisite may vary with topic.
AUDI 3200 Applied Audio Maintenance (3)
The objectives of this course are to teach the basic and
intermediate repair, maintenance and troubleshooting principles
and techniques for audio recording studio systems. Both hands-on
training and lecture are used. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3300 Sound System Operation and Design (3)
The student analyzes the principles and applications of sound
system design and operation. Topics include: basic acoustics,
loudspeaker coverage/alignment, power amplifiers, system
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AUDI 1062 Songs of Protest: Words and Music in the
Struggle for Change (3)
AUDI 2000 Audio Production II (3)
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interconnection, troubleshooting and operation of sound
reinforcement systems. The course examines both permanent
and portable systems. The student demonstrates sound system
design theory by mixing the "House Sound" for specific events on
campus when possible. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3400 Location Recording (3)
The student records a wide variety of concerts on location,
including faculty and student performances. Projects are
discussed in class, with an emphasis on the process of location
recording. Discussion topics include microphone techniques,
logistics and professionalism. May be repeated for credit if content
varies. Prerequisite: AUDI 3000.
AUDI 3450 Analog Recording & Technology (3)
This course introduces the student to the world of analog audio
recording, analog signal processing, direct-to-two-track and
multitrack analog recording. The course combines technical
material with hands-on experience, listening sessions, and
discussion of the relationship between the technical and
expressive realms. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000
AUDI 3599 Independent Study (Juniors or Seniors)
(1-12)
AUDI 4000 Music Recording (3)
Independent Study involves research work on a specialized
subject or project, artistic work, or study of an interdisciplinary
nature. In contrast to a practicum, the emphasis in an independent
study is usually on individual pursuit of a specific content area.
May be repeated for credit if content differs. Prerequisite: Filing
of official form and permission of instructor.
AUDI 3600 MIDI Applications: Sequencing (3)
Students learn the strategies and techniques used for recording
various types of music. Topics include planning a music
recording session; the role of the recording engineer; microphone
techniques; and recording and mixing. Recordings are in the
studio and on location, using both the multitrack and two-track
recorders. Some class projects require meeting on Monday and
Tuesday evenings. Prerequisite: AUDI 3000.
AUDI 4050 Professional Level Audio Production (3)
The student creates sound design projects and prepares content
for presentation and distribution while practicing sequencing
and sound synthesis. The student analyzes signal flow and
configures a digital audio workstation comprised of MIDI, audio
and computer networks. The student synchronizes sound to
video, produces unique composite sounds and extends synthesis
skills. Prerequisite: AUDI 1200 OR permission of the instructor.
The student analyzes and discusses the craft of audio production,
develops effective operational procedures, and incorporates
those procedures into practice in the studio and the field. The
student investigates the aesthetics of editing, creative sonic
presentation, and resource management while demonstrating
professional performance in the modern voiceover/ADR
production environment. Prerequisites: AUDI 2000, AUDI 3000,
AUDI 3900
AUDI 3750 Inside the Box (3)
The student analyzes and explores the technical design of
recording studio equipment: microphones, preamps, consoles,
equalizers and the like. The course combines audio and electronic
theory, audio design concepts, and hands-on work with electronic
parts. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3950 Technical Ear Training I (2)
This course is the second in the sequence of Technical Ear
Training (TET) courses. The course builds on the timbral
recognition and reference skills developed in Technical Ear
Training 1, expanding to cover multiple concurrent filters and
peak/dip differentiation.In addition to the 1-hour mentoring session
each week, the student will be required to individually complete
training assignments in the Technical Ear Training Lab, averaging
3-4 hours of training per week. Prerequisite: AUDI 3950.
This course expands upon the first two semesters of Technical
Ear Training (TET). The course builds on the timbral recognition
and reference skills developed so far in TET. Topics include
expanding to cover multiple concurrent filters with multiple gain
possibilities, very-low gain filters and 1/3-octave resolution
with multiple filters. In addition to the 1-hour mentoring session
each week, the student will be required to individually complete
training assignments in either of the Technical Ear Training Lab,
averaging 4 hours of training per week. Prerequisite: AUDI 3960.
The student practices strategies and techniques for audio
production on computer platforms, including advanced editing
and basic automation. Prerequisite: Completion of, or current
enrollment in, AUDI 3000 OR permission of instructor.
The student analyzes and discusses the aesthetics of recording
techniques, sound design, reproduction principles and production
philosophies as they relate to professional audio practice. A
survey of recordings and aural experiences, both past and
present, are employed to help the student define creative goals
and to develop more effective critical listening, production, and
communication skills. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
AUDI 3960 Technical Ear Training 2 (2)
AUDI 3970 Technical Ear Training 3 (2)
AUDI 3500 Digital Audio (3)
AUDI 3900 Audio Aesthetics (3)
train to identify spectral variables in sound, develop a stable
reference in sound quality and spectral content, and develop
his/her set of skills for identifying and discriminating between
the spectral characteristics of musical instruments. In addition
to the 1-hour mentoring session each week, the student will be
required to individually complete training assignments in the
Technical Ear Training Lab, averaging 3-4 hours of training per
week. Prerequisites: AUDI 2000 or permission of instructor.
AUDI 4100 Advanced Audio Mixing (3)
The student practices and explores a variety of strategies and
techniques used for mixing multiple styles of music. Prerequisite:
AUDI 3000, AUDI 3500.
AUDI 4200 Jingles (3)
With a focus on achievement through collaboration: Audio,
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Public Relations and
Composition students engage in practical process of creating,
recording, mixing music and voice for public relations and
advertising/marketing campaigns. The student analyzes the
elements of a strong soundtrack, successful sound design and
becomes versed in producing audio content for multi-tiered
applications. Prerequisite: AUDI 3000 for Audio Production
majors, none for other majors.
This course will, through a sequence of specific interactive
listening exercises, develop and improve the student's aural
sensitivity to small changes in sound quality. The students will
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AUDI 4300 Advanced MIDI Applications: Film Scoring
(3)
thresholds, masking and an introduction to Psychophysics.
Prerequisite: AUDI 2000
Students learn the technique of composing music for film and
video. Includes discussion of synchronization, MIDI applications,
postscoring, and film music aesthetics. Prerequisite: AUDI 3600
or permission of the instructor.
AUDI 4900 Pro-Seminar in Music Recording (3)
AUDI 4400 Audio Facility Management and Operations
(3)
Students learn the inner workings of a recording studio business.
Topics include booking time, establishing rates, hiring and firing,
billing, equipment procurement, and relationships between
owners, management, staff, maintenance, and engineers.
Prerequisite: AUDI 2000.
Each student acts as a "second engineer," working with a
nationally recognized recording engineer during the recording and
mixing of a music album for commercial release. Each student
assists in the recording, mixing, and editing of a master tape,
which may take place on location or in the university's recording
studio. The style of music to be recorded and the recording artists
vary. The seminar consists of two stages: planning/recording
and mixdown/mastering. May be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisites: AUDI 4000 AND permission of the instructor.
AUDI 4500 Soundtracks for Visual Media (3)
Students learn advanced audio techniques as they relate to video
and film production. Focuses on uses of sound in video and film
production, and audio mixing for visual media. Students work with
advanced video/film students on projects. Prerequisite: AUDI
3000.
AUDI 4610 Readings in Audio Production (3)
Course Descriptions
Prerequisites: media major, junior/senior standing, filing of official
form, and permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit
if content differs.
AUDI 4620 Senior Overview (3-6)
Provides an opportunity for seniors to demonstrate their
proficiency in audio production. The student assumes
responsibility for the production of a project under the direction
of a faculty member. Prerequisites: senior standing, acceptance
into the major through portfolio review, filing of official form, and
permission of the instructor.
AUDI 4700 Professional Development in Audio
Production (3)
Students learn to prepare for careers in the field of audio. Topics
include portfolio development and presentation; professional
organizations; interviewing skills; and résumé preparation.
Prerequisites: Audio Production major AND senior standing.
AUDI 4800 Audio Engineering (3)
Students apply their knowledge of audio in a variety of recording
settings. Students assume responsibility for the administration of
the recording studio, including the maintenance, scheduling, and
operation of the audio facility. Prerequisites: AUDI 3000 AND
permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
AUDI 4850 Acoustics (3)
Students learn the principles of acoustics and their application to
audio production. Topics include: wavefront propagation, sound
fields, small vs. large room acoustics, reflections, reverberation,
noise, absorption, diffusion, isolation and subjective aesthetics.
Measurement, visualization and rendering of the acoustical
properties of several physical spaces and acoustical phenomena
are incorporated. Prerequisite: AUDI 2000
AUDI 4860 Psychoacoustics (3)
Students will learn about the relationship between the physical
world and "what we hear,” as the course covers many of the
fundamental elements involved in mapping objective to subjective
audio parameters. Topics include: physiology of the auditory
system, the ear-brain mechanism, sound source localization,
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