Recording Technology Level II Certificate

Location(s): Cedar Valley

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(Level II Certificate)

Cedar Valley campus only

Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C2.CM.REC.TECH.21

This program is designed to prepare commercial musicians with additional skills in the field of recording technology. In addition to preparing the student in vocal or instrumental commercial music techniques, training is provided in the basic console recording skills such as microphone selection and placement, mix down techniques, master tape production, studio techniques, trouble-shooting, and session procedures. Emphasis is placed on the specific needs of the commercial musician in the field of recording.

Semester 1

Semester Total: 10 Credit Hours

Semester 2

Semester Total: 11 Credit Hours

Semester 3

MUSC 2447 - Audio Engineering III (4 Credit Hours)
MUSC 1303 - History of Popular Music (3 Credit Hours)
+Elective - Commercial Music Ensemble (one course) (1 Credit Hours)

Semester Total: 8 Credit Hours

Semester 4

Semester Total: 10 Credit Hours

Minimum Hours Required: 39 Credit Hours

Electives

+Ensemble Elective

Must be selected from the following. NOTE: All ensembles are intended for repeatability for advanced practice. A student can take the same ensemble multiple times in different semesters or take different ensembles:

Note(s)

Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.