Audio Principles with Eric and J

Audio  Principles/Recording Techniques I

MUS 3310  Fall 2008  

Dr. Jinright – Smith 107 – 2 PM

Mr. Eric Ward – Smith 108   MWF 9 AM

                                    Class on the Web = http://jinright3.edublogs.org

 

Texts:

ProTools 101 – Official Digidesign Courseware Version 7.4

Huber – Modern Recording Techniques.

 

 

Course Description:

This course is an in-depth examination of audio recording.  The curriculum will cover remote and studio recording techniques, some aspects of sound reinforcement and a brief intro to post production.   Students will apply advanced microphone techniques, utilize digital editing and plug-ins, and prepare a recording project portfolio.  Prerequisite – successful completion of Survey of Music Industry and Music Technology courses.

 

Course Objectives:

• 1. Give the student a comprehensive background in audio recording technology and techniques in a verity of settings
• 2. Develop knowledge of the terminology
• 3. Develop advanced knowledge of sound effect technologies and their uses
• 4. Acquire more advanced knowledge of mix down procedures
• 5. Develop knowledge of basic postproduction editing techniques
• 6. Become familiar with Pro-tools based audio recording techniques

 

 

Course Rational;

• 1. Guided experiences are necessary to prepare musicians for careers in music industry a course in recording techniques
• 2. Industry standards and certification by industry associations require recording skill and experience.
• 3. Background knowledge needed for other related areas in music industry requires a course in basic audio recording

 

Course Requirements:

• 1. Demonstrate knowledge of methods for assessing advantages and limitations of current and emerging technologies
• 2. Demonstrate competencies in each of the course objectives listed above
• 3. Attendance of lectures, demonstrations, and labs
• 4. Instructor approved research project related to course objectives
• 5. Supplemental readings
• 6. Demonstrate proficiencies in standard recording applications
• 7. Instructor/class evaluation of student projects
• 8. Supervised practice in recording techniques

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course Content:

• 1. Review of the history and development of audio recording
• 2. Mastery of audio recording literacy: languages, definitions, hardware, software, and storage
• 3. Mastery of equipment and their uses as related to audio recording
• 4. Understanding of criteria for evaluating and selecting recording equipment
• 5. Mastery of knowledge and skills necessary for audio recording
• 6. Overview of current trends in audio recording
• 7. This class will produce one CD of edited audio content. Please be responsible. Failure to complete your assignment may impact the group’s overall grade on this project.

 

Attendance Policy: In registering for classes at the university, students accept responsibility for attending scheduled class meetings, completing assignments on time, contributing to class discussions and the exploration of ideas. A student will be excused for a class absence for circumstances beyond the student’s control or if the student has been required to attend an activity sponsored by the university. Faculty members who sponsor activities that require class absences must send a list of student names to each member concerned at least three days before the scheduled absence. Attendance in this course is mandatory. Students lose 100 points for each unexcused absence.

 

Evaluation:

 

            Midterm and final (if needed)                                        Each = 500 points

            Group recording project  (graded by your peers)                                   500 points

            Assignments, Reports, vocab tests and listening tests     Each = 100 points

 

ALL ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE ON TIME TO RECEIVE CREDIT.    Any special needs must be worked out with the instructor in advance.

 

Grading System:  Points earned are placed in ratio to points possible.  Percentages converted to scale of  90-100=A, 80-89=B, 70-79=C, 60-69=D, less than 60=F

 

ADA/Additional Services

Any student whose disabilities fall within the ADA must inform the instructor at the beginning of the quarter of any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course.  Students who have or may be dealing with a disability or learning difficulty should speak with the instructor and contact the Office of Adaptive Needs Program (Wright 226, phone 670-3220).  Various accommodations are available through the Adaptive Needs Program.

 

Conduct

Students are expected to abide by the Standards of Conduct published in the Oracle and the Bulletin.