MUSIC 107 - Introduction to Music Technology

Number of Credits: 3
Apply concepts of music technology to music composition, recording, education, and performance. Explore properties of sound, audio equipment, audio editing software, synthesis, MIDI (musical input digital interface), acoustics, effects, and sequencing. Create digital music recordings and complete creative projects. Three hours lecture each week. Three credits. Three billable hours. (Fall, Spring)Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

GENERAL EDUCATION Category: Arts and Humanities

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101 .

Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the properties of sound, audio, synthesis, MIDI, sequencing, acoustics, and effects.
2. Create projects using audio recording devices, software, and MIDI.
3. Evaluate musical experiments and performances.
4. Use a variety of software applications to edit, manipulate, and organize live and pre-recorded sounds.
5. Discuss the applications of technology in the fields of music performance, education, and composition.
6. Develop a working understanding of audio concepts and equipment.
7. Critique musical performances using vocabulary learned throughout the course.