This class is an introductory survey of the fundamental aspects of music technology. Topics include use of microphones,digital audio, sound f/x, music notation programs and recording studio layout.

This course explores techniques used for recording and reinforcing music on location. Topics include commonly encountered acoustical problems and an investigation of equipment and techniques used to overcome them.

Upon completion of this course the student will have acquired a deep understanding of desktop music production. The physical aspects of sound, digital audio technology and studio production techniques will be explained and demonstrated in detail. Topics covered in class will include non-linear editing, digital signal processing, an introduction to MIDI and sequencing, concepts of signal flow, sound effects, basic mixing, and basic recording techniques. Studio lab assignments are performed outside of class reinforcing weekly lecture topics.

This course will offer the student a comprehensive study of the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) and its many musical applications with an emphasis on sequencing and sound design. Concepts of music synthesis and sound design are presented through the use of a computer, keyboard, and appropriate software.

This course explores techniques used for recording and reinforcing music on location. Topics include commonly encountered acoustical problems and an investigation of equipment and techniques used to overcome them.

This course will offer the student a comprehensive overview of the music production process, including composing, tracking, mixing, advanced synthesis techniques and delivery.

This course is designed to provide students further practice study in midi with particular focus on sound synthesis, sampling, remixing, and software synthesizers, as well as special emphasis on advanced techniques in midi sequencing, editing, multi-track recording, composition and arranging, plus a broad view of electronic music and its history.

A directed, independent study course available to both majors and non-majors who wish to investigate a particular problem related to music. Prerequisite: instructor approval. Students will shape the course to fit their needs by planning activities with a faculty advisor.

Course centers around topics of current interest or of special interest to students or instructors. Topics or focus may vary from semester to semester. Topics will be identified by the MUS2930 course title published in the course schedules for each term that the course is offered. Special Topics credit hours are not automatically transferable. Transfer credit is the prerogative of the receiving institution.

A course designed to provide training in a student's field of study through work experience. Students are graded on the basis of documentation of learning acquired as reported by student and employer.