MATC 2022-23 Catalog

ARCHT – AUDIO

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

experimentation and imaginative problem solving are important and essential aspects of the course, the main thrust of the course is analytical seeing and drawing while using a variety of black-and-white media. AUDIO − Audio Production (Department: 701) AUDIO-100 Credits: 1 Introduction to Audio Software Introduction to Audio Software 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. AUDIO-102 Credits: 3 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 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 This course 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 , 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): 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,

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 student’s 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, will also 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 − Art (Department: 815) ART-201 Credits: 3 Understanding Art This is a survey course with emphasis upon 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. ART-202 Credits: 3 Renaissance to Modern Art and Architecture This Art History class will survey art making through its historical, religious, social and political contexts in Western civilization from the Renaissance period (c. 1400 AD) through the Modern Age. Major focus will be placed on how cultural and religious values during the historical periods under study are re fl ected in art, and the artistic signi fi cance of the art of these periods to our considerations of art and culture today. ART-203 Credits: 3 Ancient to Medieval Art and Architecture This Art History class will survey art making through its historical, social, religious and political contexts in Western civilization from the Prehistoric period through the Middle Ages. Major focus will be placed on how cultural and religious values during the historical periods under study are re fl ected in art, and the cultural signi fi cance of the art of these periods to our considerations of art and culture today. ART-204 Credits: 3 Drawing From Observation The goal of this course is to explore the process of drawing as a way of seeing, investigating, and experiencing. The student learns to use line, shape, value, texture, space, proportion, and composition while at the same time striving for increased eye-hand coordination. The course places primary emphasis on depicting forms in space through the observational drawing of objects and self-portraits. While

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