Tuition for all courses is $399 and text books are included.

Introduction to Audio Engineering
09/13/10-11/01/10
M 07:00PM - 09:00PM

Textbook: Modern Recording Techniques, 7th edition.

Course Description:

Learn how to use all of the standard types of audio equipment and their basic theory of operation. All types of microphones, mixing consoles, compressors, EQ's reverts, power amps will be covered with live demonstration during classes. Students will have the opportunity to sit in on an actual recording session or travel to a gig with a local production company to see what's it like to be an audio professional. Classes will also cover maintenance and troubleshooting of studio and P.A. system hardware.


Class Syllabus:

Class 1. Introduction, discussion of students goals. Overview of program. Brief audio history. Overview of current trends in analog and digital technologies. Textbook: Chapter 1

Class 2. Basic signal flow. Operation of mixing consoles. Cabling, interfacing with outboard units and microphones. Textbook: Chapter 11

Class 3. Microphones. A primer for use of all types of microphones. Mic placement, mic selection and mic accessories. Textbook: Chapter 4

Class 4. Interfacing audio equipment. Consoles, power amps speakers, cabling, outboard devices for live sound and studio situations. Textbook: Read Pages 109-113

Class 5. Outboard processors, plug ins including equalizers, compressors gates, reverbs and all other popular processors. In both digital (Pro Tools) and analog domains.Textbook: Pages 439-479

Class 6. Setting up a studio. Purchasing equipment, interfacing and setting up a recording space. Textbook: chapter 14

Class 7. Sound reinforcement. A guide to purchasing, interfacing and operation of live sound systems. Including maintenance of cabling, speaker cabinets and general troubleshooting. Read chapter 10

Class 8. Summary. Including question and answer to wrap up any unaddressed topics. A Final Exam will be administered to complete the course.

Take the first step in your audio career today!

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or call 803-782-6910

To register for classes call Midlands Technical College Continuing Education
at 803-732-0432 or register on-line at www.mtctraining.com