Audio/Recording Technology, A.S. Certificate

Program Information

A.S. Certificate - Code 0818 - Catalog 2018/2019

Douglas Peterson, Chairperson, SMEA, 386-506-3276, Doug.Peterson@daytonastate.edu

Jake Niceley, 386-226-1914, James.Niceley@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as a sound technician or recording technician, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.

Description:

The program's curricular content includes, but is not limited to, set up and configuration of a computer for audio applications, and the operation of basic reproduction, and audio recording equipment.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a functional ability to work in cohesive teams focusing on organizational and leadership skills while contributing to the community through audio-related service learning.
  2. Expand their knowledge set and proficiencies in music production technology and audio engineering.
  3. Enhance or refine their existing skills in technical problem solving for audio engineering through integrated and reflective learning.

Note: The length of this program makes it ineligible for federal and state financial aid.

Approximate Additional Costs

Consult college bookstore for approximate costs of textbooks. See college catalog for lab fee requirements.

Additional Admission Requirements

  • Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

Program Specific Courses

MUM1610Survey of Recording Technology

3

MUM2600Audio Engineering I

3

MUM2600LAudio Engineering I Lab

2

MUM2601Audio Engineering II

3

MUM2601LAudio Engineering II Lab

2

MVK1111Applied Music-Group (Piano) I-II

1

MVK2121Applied Music-Group (Piano) III-IV

1

Sample Program of Study

1st Semester

MUM1610Survey of Recording Technology

3

MVK1111Applied Music-Group (Piano) I-II

1

2nd Semester

MUM2600Audio Engineering I

3

MUM2600LAudio Engineering I Lab

2

MVK2121Applied Music-Group (Piano) III-IV

1

3rd Semester

MUM2601Audio Engineering II

3

MUM2601LAudio Engineering II Lab

2

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 15