MATC 2021-22 Catalog

ARCHT – AUTO1

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

advertising and equipment management. Strong emphasis is placed on scheduling, promotion and marketing, and interpersonal relationship communications. Also covered are the basic elements of studio construction, room acoustics and project studio acoustic treatments. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-102. AUDIO-120 Credits: 3 Audio Production for Video Media This is a lecture/lab covering the issues of audio for fi lm including ADR, Foley, library sound e ff ects, sound e ff ect creation and enhancement, fi eld recording, managing sync dialog, environmental ambiance, and using music libraries and original music. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-100. AUDIO-125 Credits: 1 Advanced MIDI Recording Advanced MIDI Recording covers the development, implementation, theory and uses of MIDI equipment. The practical operation of MIDI hardware and software of several types is learned through lecture demonstrations and project assignments. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-100. AUDIO-126 Credits: 2 Electronics for Audio Engineers Students will learn the principles of electronic technology with an emphasis on applications to audio engineering both in theory and practice. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-102 or MUSIC-154. AUDIO-127 Credits: 3 Mastering for Media This is an introduction to the theory and practical approach to recording audio for gaming and web applications. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-102. AUDIO-128 Credits: 3 Final Project – Field Work This is the student’s recording project of their choosing of any of the audio disciplines including in studio multi-track recording, live concert recording, sound for fi lm, gaming or web interactive audio. From concept to completion, the student will notate, process and journal the details in creating the audio recording. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-116. AUTO1 – Automobile Mechanical (Department: 404) AUTO1-300 Credits: 2 Express Service This course introduces the student to automotive express and maintenance services as it relates to the auto technician. Use of electronic service manuals, service bulletins and online training will be covered. Students will perform express service duties including wheel and tire services, and predelivery procedures.

ARCHT-132

Credits: 2

AUDIO-102

Credits: 3

Mechanical and Environmental Systems 2 A course designed to teach students the basic concepts of plumbing, electrical illumination, fi re protection and acoustical systems as they pertain to human comfort and safety in buildings. The student will develop the ability to produce architectural/mechanical drawings and to perform initial calculations for sizing water supply systems, electrical systems and lighting layouts. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-103 and ARCHT-131. ARCHT-141 Credits: 2 Architectural Practices and Procedures This course introduces students to the practice of architecture. It reviews in some detail the AIA documents and procedures used in the design and construction of buildings as they proceed through an architectural o ffi ce, from initial design concept, to construction documentation, to fi nal construction. The possible roles the architectural technician may play in this process are explored. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-103. ARCHT-150 Credits: 2 Introduction to Revit This course introduces the student to 3D computer drafting and BIM (Building Information Modeling) using Revit software. It builds on students’ base knowledge of industry-standard working drawings and construction materials as the basis for developing Revit models. The student will learn how to construct Parametric drawings for a building or structure; including Plans, Elevations and Sections, as well as Axonometric views. Annotation strategies, such as Dimensioning and Text, also will be covered. Employing title block templates and sheet composition, students will prepare industry-standard drawing sets for presentation. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-101, CIVIL-102, or INDSGN-102. ART (Department: 815) ART-201 Credits: 3 Understanding Art This is a survey course with emphasis on painting, sculpture and architecture. Major topics include art forms and styles, contributions and achievements of periods in the development of Western art and world art styles. AUDIO – Audio Production (Department: 701) AUDIO-100 Credits: 1 Introduction to Audio Software This is a lab introducing the basics of software programs: Finale, Logic and Pro Tools in music composition, music production and audio recording focusing on the recording and manipulating MIDI and audio.

Techniques of Sound Recording Studio recording is the focus of this course. The increasing use of electronic amplifying/ recording equipment in the fi eld of music necessitates that the musician have basic knowledge of the hows and whys of sound and recording equipment. Microphone selection and placement, signal fl ow and signal processing during tracking and mixing process will have a central focus in lecture and lab hours. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in AUDIO-100. AUDIO-103 Credits: 3 Recording Live Concerts Recording Live Concerts is a lecture/ lab for the audio engineer teaching the elements of professionalism, the technical aspects of signal fl ow, microphone selection and placement, and mixing, speci fi cally pertaining to the live music environment. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in AUDIO-100. AUDIO-111 Credits: 1 Advanced Audio Software O ff ers in-depth, practical study and application of current industry-standard digital audio workstation music software programs. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-100 or MUSIC-113. AUDIO-114 Credits: 2 Critical Listening of Sound/Music Introduces ear training and critical listening from the perspective of the audio engineer including frequency recognition and contemporary production techniques. The student will learn to aurally analyze and identify contemporary popular song forms and production styles used. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-100 and MUSIC-148. AUDIO-116 Credits: 3 Advanced Techniques/Sound Recording This course builds on the knowledge of the Techniques of Sound Recording in the fi rst semester. Emphasis is placed on creating stereo and surround sound, mixing and mastering. Prerequisite(s): Complete AUDIO-102 or MUSIC-154. AUDIO-117 Credits: 3 Sound Reinforcement Sound Reinforcement provides the student with both a theoretical and practical background in live sound reinforcement. Emphasis is placed on both indoor and outdoor sound reinforcement applications. The components of the sound system are examined in detail and are then utilized by the student in providing live sound for MATC concerts. AUDIO-118 Credits: 2 Studio Management and Design Studio Management and Design covers the fundamentals of basic studio operations including: accounting, client relations, sta ff ,

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