MUSC 178 - Advanced Applications in Music Technology

A projects-oriented multilevel course studying computer-based sequencing, digital audio recording, sound design, and music notation, as well as multimedia and Internet music applications. Students are required to compose/arrange musical compositions and demonstrate proficiency in computer music applications, MIDI, and multi-track recording. PREREQUISITE(S): MUSC 174 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly MU 129.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Explain the concept of MIDI and describe advanced configurations and scenarios
Create or arrange large multitrack music compositions utilizing industry standard sequencing software
Explain the concept of sound design and create sounds utilizing wave forms, filters, signal processing, and sampling
Record and edit multitrack digital audio and master to portable media
Develop musical ideas into whole, convincing works of art and debate concepts of musical form
Reproduce/Create medium to large scale music scores utilizing industry standard music notation software
Identify various applications of music in multimedia, and complete projects involving multimedia such as, film/video, the internet, and graphic presentations
Explain the concept of a well organized streamlined computer based studio, including drive management and file organization
Demonstrate proficiency in solving the most common technical problems in music technology

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