COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Number: COM 110
Course Title: Basic Music Recording
Department: Broadcast Communications / Journalism
Credits:
Lecture hours: 4
Laboratory hours: 2
Clinical hours: 0
Prerequisites: none
Co-requisites: none
Course Description: An overview of the tools, theories and techniques employed in the music recording industry.
Course Goals:
This course provides
the student the opportunity to:
1. Obtain a basic knowledge of the fundamental concepts of multi-track audio recording.
2. Obtain a basic knowledge of analog and digital recording strategies.
3. Understand and analyze microphone selection and placement.
4. Obtain a basic knowledge of recording session planning and audio mixing
Course Objectives:
Upon successful
completion of this course, students will be able to:
As directly related to
Goal 1:
1.a. identify the basic equipment and personnel requirements of a professional recording studio
1.b. Describe the various characteristics of sound and explain the concept of acoustic design and auditory perception.
1.c. demonstrate a competency in the operation of equipment used in a multi-track recording environment
.
As directly related to
Goal 2:
2.a. Identify the basic characteristics of both analog and digital recording systems
2.b..Compare and contrast the various modes of analog and digital recording, storage and playback
2.c. Explain the various types of signal processing available in a recording studio
As directly related to
Goal 3:
3.a. Identify the various types of microphones utilized in a recording studio
3.b. explain the microphone selection process for various types of studio and remote recordings and demonstrate the placement technique for each
As directly related to
Goal 4:
4.a. Explain the strategies for pre-production of a multi-track recording of both voice and music.
4.b. Explain the process of studio session work including instrumentation concepts, tracking, overdubs and audio mastering
4.c. Demonstrate an understanding of multi-instrument mixing, including sound processing and graphic equalization.
Sequence of Learning Topics or Activities:
Microphone Design, Application and Placement Techniques
Studio Acoustics & Design
Monitor Speakers
Audio Theory
Sound and vibrations
The Audio Console
Analog and Digital Recording
Signal Processing
Studio Session Procedures
Assessment and
Grading:
The following are
acceptable assessment methods for this course:
Exams/Quizzes (essays, multiple-choice, short answer, oral)
Homework Projects
In-Class Presentations
In-Class Assignments
Lab Assignments
On-line testing
Written Assignments
Participation/Attendance
Volunteer or professional work in areas related to course content
Group Projects/Activities
Term/Research Assignments
Reference, Resources and Learning Materials:
Suggested Texts:
Huber & Runstein: Modern Recording Techniques, 4th Edition : Focal Press 1997
Additional References:
Woram,
Runsey & McCormick Sound & Recording: An Introduction, 3rd Edition
Jayce De Santis How To Run A Recording Session, 1997
Periodicals:
RECORDING Magazine
EQ Magazine
PRO AUDIO REVIEW
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