DAR 275 - Basic Audio Production

6 Contact Hours, 4 Credits
2 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Fundamental tools, techniques, and procedures for multi- track recording. Includes elements of sound, sound studios, consoles, digital recorders, microphone application, and technical planning and sound design. Also includes on location versus studio recording, mixing and re-recording, and editing.

Information: This course will require additional expenses for supplies in addition to course and lab fees.

Course Learning Outcomes

Explain the basic features of a mixing console.
Operate the various functions of a digital recorder.
Integrate multi-track elements such as narration, music, and sound effects.

Outline:

Elements of Sound
Sound Studios
Consoles
Digital Recorders
Microphone Application
Technical Planning and Sound Design
On Location vs. Studio Recording
Mixing and Re-recording
Editing