Music
About the Program
The Music Technology Recording Arts Certificate program is designed to introduce students to foundational skills, tools and techniques used in digital sound production and recording. Topics include digital recording, editing & mastering techniques, software/hardware integration (Pro Tools, plug-ins) microphone techniques, audio mixing console operations, basic principles of acoustics and audio signal processing and MIDI.
For additional information, see a counselor, visit the Career/Transfer Center, or contact the following:
| Name/Office | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Humanties Division | (408) 288-3785 |
MUSIC 040A Introduction to Digital Audio Production I 3 Units
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of operating a digital audio workstation (DAW) for recording. Students will develop production skills within the Pro Tools Audio Software platform widely used throughout audio recording industries. Through hands-on activities, students will develop their skills in proper recording, editing and mixing techniques. This course is designed for students majoring in digital music technology and/or interested in careers in audio engineering, producing music for studio or live formats and music for online publishing.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Read: 2 Write: 2 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
MUSIC 040B Digital Audio Production II 3 Units
Students will develop a more advanced understanding of music production within the Pro Tools Audio Software platform. Students will explore best practices used in final music production including mixing and mastering techniques for various instruments and voice, application of effects, equalization and surround mixing. Emphasis is also placed on various music genres and achieving specific aesthetic goals within a final mix.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Advisory Level: Read: 4 Write: 4 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
MUSIC 041A Studio Recording Techniques I 3 Units
Studio Recording Techniques I introduces students to the fundamental skills used in recording live instruments and vocals in a state of the art digital recording studio. Students will learn techniques for recording a variety of instruments and vocals used in various genres of music. Topics include studio signal flow, microphone selection and placement, acoustics, use of outboard and software-based effects processors, overdubbing, creating composite audio tracks, and mixing. Students will have hands-on learning experiences in the studio and/or music technology lab working on assigned projects.
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Repeatable: No Grading: L
Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
MUSIC 041B Studio Recording Techniques II 3 Units
Studio Recording Techniques II students develop more advanced skills used in recording live instruments and vocals in a state of the art digital recording studio. Students learn techniques for recording a variety of instruments and vocals used in various genres of music. Emphasis is placed on software-based effects processors, overdubbing, creating composite audio tracks, plug-ins and effective mixing and mastering techniques. Students are expected to spend additional time in the studio and/or music technology lab working on assigned projects.
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Repeatable: No Grading: L
Prerequisite: Take MUSIC 041A; minimum grade C
Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
MUSIC 043 Introduction to MIDI and Electronic Music Production 3 Units
Students will develop skills in creating electronic music that synthesizes both audio and MIDI files using Ableton Live software. Emphasis will be placed on learning fundamental skills needed for electronic music composition and production. This course introduces students to MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
MUSIC 099 Introduction to Music Theory 3 Units
Students study the language of music - how to read, notate, interpret, perform, and create with those symbols which represent the four properties of sound: pitch, duration, amplitude, and timbre. Students focus on the fundamentals of Western notated music and how these elements combine to create musical compositions: pitch identification, rhythm and meter, scales, key signatures, intervals, chord construction, harmonic progression and texture. Students will examine musical styles relevant to various cultures and historical periods. (C-ID MUS 110)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
CSU GE: C1 IGETC: None District GE: C1