| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
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BRDC 1010
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Introduction to Mass Media
A survey of entertainment and information media, including history, development, social impact, laws, ethics, policies, organization, programming, advertisers, audience, public interests, criticism, new technologies, and the future.
| 3 |
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MATH 1100
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Foundations of Mathematics
This course is designed to give the students a survey of mathematics topics including set theory, logic, geometry and dimensional analysis, financial calculations and management graph theory, probability and statistics. Main emphasis will be the application of problem solving methods while studying topics.
| 3 |
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AUDR 1580
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Math and Physics for Audio I
Introduction to the mathematics and physics of sound. Beginning with Decimal counting systems, students study basic math and algebra as applied to sound and the dB. Further study pursues alternative counting systems. The physical properties of sound, oscillation, and periodic movement are covered as a parallel development with math skills and problem solving.
| 3 |
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AUDR 1600
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Audio and Recording Techniques I
Introduction to recording studio technology equipment and terminology, including psychoacoustics, the limitations of the ear, and basic microphone design and construction.
| 2 |
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AUDR 1615
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Audio and Recording Techniques I Lab
Introduction to hands-on techniques utilized in recording studios. Students will be involved in mock recording sessions while learning how to operate the various components found in recording studios such as microphones, mixing consoles, multi-track recorders and two-track recorders.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1620
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Audio and Recording Techniques II
Technical aspects of the recording studio, including editing, session set up, mixing, console flow logic, and patchbay design. A study of mixing from a multichannel recording to two-channel stereo including a control of channel levels, multiband equalization, pan pots, reverberation, compressors and limiters, and patchbay design. Study of acoustics and its application. Microphone placement.
| 5 |
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AUDR 1635
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Audio and Recording Techniques II Lab
Continuation of hands-on instruction as utilized in modern recording studios. Students will be involved in mock recording sessions while learning how to operate the various components found in recording studios such as microphones, digital and analog mixing consoles, multi-track recorders two-track recorders, and digital audio workstations (DAW). Patching and operating outboard gear will also be introduced.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1660
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Electronics for Audio I
Comprehensive study of electronics from atomic structure through parallel and series circuits. Ohm's Law, Kircholl's Law, and Thevin's Theorem will be used to analyze current flow and voltages. In-depth analysis of passive circuits including resistors, capacitors, and inductors. Use of volt-ohm meters will be introduced.
| 2 |
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AUDR 1670
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Electronics for Audio I Lab
Lab experience for AUDR 1660. Students will build and analyze various passive circuits emphasizing the proper use of test equipment.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1680
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Electronics for Audio II
Applicable study of audio system signal flow. Discussion will include patch bay schemes, switches, relays, and block diagrams. Includes extensive discussion on the interfacing of sound systems intended for live performance. Operation of consoles, drive systems, amplifiers and speakers will be studied.
| 2 |
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AUDR 1690
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Electronics for Audio II Lab
Hands-on lab for AUDR 1680. Using on-site equipment, signal flow and design of audio consoles, tape decks, and outboard devices will be studied. Live sound system interface will be explored in both front-of-house and monitor configurations.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1700
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Non-Linear Editing I
Introduction to concepts and techniques of video and audio editing and production using a non-linear, computer-based production system.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1720
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Non-Linear Editing II
Continuation of concepts and techniques of video and audio editing and production using a non-linear, computer-based production system.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1760
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Digital Audio Workstation I
Introduction to concepts and techniques of audio editing and production using a non-linear, computer-based production system.
| 1 |
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AUDR 1780
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Digital Audio Workstation II
Continuation of the concepts and techniques of audio editing and production using a non-linear, computer-based production system.
| 1 |