Degree Description

The Digital Audio Engineering option prepares students for careers in linear and non-linear digital applications. Audio engineers use hardware and software to record, store, and edit musical and non-musical sounds. The development of multimedia and the Internet have created a variety of occupations built around the development and use of platform-specific tools for linear and non-linear digital audio production. The program provides students with an overview of music theory, performance, audio recording, digital and analog audio technology, Internet and multimedia applications. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in CD and DVD audio production, radio and television broadcast production, and audio for video post-production and sound design.

Degree Prerequisites

Students without secure knowledge of music fundamentals and keyboard ability should take Music 100 & 110 or Music 200 & 127 before taking Music 101. Students completing ANY A.A.A.S. Degree in Music Technology are required to maintain a final grade of 2.0 in each music theory course and each digital audio course in order to progress to the next class.

Degree Outcomes

• Create audio recordings and provide mastering of material for distribution.
• Create radio commercials as well as educational and instructional industrial products.
• Create enhanced and new audio for existing video and film transfers.
• Explain and apply Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) technology and digital audio technology.
• Identify current production values, trends and industry standards affecting production today.
• Relate to others and communicate effectively in the workplace.
• Demonstrate basic music theory including ear training, sight reading, and keyboard proficiency.
• Use basic business computer software applications.