MCCCD Program Description

Sound Design I

Course: MUC122

First Term: 2013 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 5.0 Period(s) 4.4 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Introduction to Sound Design and Audio Post-Production for Multimedia. Includes creating and editing Sound Effects, ADR, Foley, Music, and Ambience, for multiple mediums such as Film, TV, Video Gaming, Theatre, and Dance. Emphasis on computer assisted production using Digital Audio Workstations and sound design techniques using industry-standard equipment.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Explain the acoustic principles of sound. (I) 2. Identify and explain the different parts of the recording chain. (II) 3. Demonstrate the proper use of compressors, microphones, and effects used in recording sound for film and video by completing a sound design project. (II) 4. Define and demonstrate concepts of recording/mixing associated with Live Productions for Theatre and Sound Installations. (II, IV) 5. Explain the fundamental components of signal routing. (II) 6. Explain the process and demonstrate the steps of recording and importing MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) on a non-linear system (III) 7. Demonstrate Digital/Non-Linear recording processes. (III) 8. Describe the current file formats used in audio recording. (III) 9. Explain the process and demonstrate the steps of importing video on a non-linear system (III) 10. Identify the principles of recording/ mixing Foley, automatic dialog replacement, voice over, special effects, ambience, music, and live field and location recording. (III, IV) 11. Explain Sound Design production for gaming by identifying appropriate steps. (IV) 12. Explain the current methods of synchronization. (V) 13. Explain the process and demonstrate the steps in mixing and editing in a Surround Sound format (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Basic Principles of Acoustic Waveforms & Properties of Live Sound A. Frequency B. Amplitude C. Velocity D. Shape E. Phase F. Harmonic G. Refraction, Reflection, Diffusion, Diffraction II. Recording Chain and Hardware Signal Flow A. Transducers (microphones) B. Analog C. Digital D. Analog/Digital converters E. Digital/Analog converters F. Signal Routing-physical and virtual G. Compressors/ Limiters H. Time-based processors-reverb/delay etc. I. Inserts/Bussing J. Audio speakers III. Digital Recording/Mixing/Processing with Non-linear systems A. Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) B. Sample Rates and Bit Depth C. Digital vs. Analog Recording D. Storing/backup of Digital Audio E. Audio Compression Formats F. Audio File Formats- standard compressed and non-compressed formats G. Connecting multiple Digital Audio systems-(word clock and other compatibility issues) H. Recording & importing MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) I. Importing Video J. Blending Dialogue, Sound Effects, Automatic Dialogue Replacement (ADR), Foley, Ambience, Effects, Processing, and Music tracks IV. Sound Design and Audio Post-Production Recording Principles A. Foley B. Sound & Special effects C. Automatic Dialogue Replacement (ADR)/Looping D. Voice over E. Ambience/Room tone F. Field Recording G. Location recording H. Theatrical and Sound Installation Sound Design production I. Producing Sound Design for Gaming V. Synchronization A. SMPTE time code (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) B. MTC (MIDI-Musical Instrument Digital Interface- time code) C. Other contemporary formats VI. Surround Sound Basics A. Current Formats- 5.1 through 10.2 (or current) B. Setup I/O (Input/Output) C. Recording considerations D. Mixing considerations

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: April 23, 2013

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