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Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II)
Course: MUC112

First Term: 2013 Fall
 Lec + Lab   3.0 Credit(s)   5.0 Period(s)   4.4 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Use of digital mixing and automation software in conjunction with editing and recording. Includes computer operation, troubleshooting, and file management.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify and navigate the components of the mix window. (I)
2. Identify and process files using the different types of plug- ins. (II)
3. Create cue mixes, subgroups, and master faders. (III)
4. Identify and use automation modes and preferences. (IV)
5. Explain and execute automation editing. (V)
6. Create two track final mixes, and burn compact Discs. (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. Mixer Display
   A. Input/output views
   B. Inserts
   C. Sends view
II. Using Plug-Ins
   A. Audio suite
   B. RTAS
   C. TDM
   D. Configuration parameters
      1. Selection references
      2. File mode
      3. Process mode
   E. Using inserts
   F. Saving settings
III. Auxiliary Inputs Using Sends
   A. Cue mixes
   B. Subgroups
   C. Master faders
IV. Using Automation
   A. Modes
   B. Preferences
   C. Plug-ins
V. Editing Automation
   A. Working with the displays
   B. Editing data graphically
   C. Discrete automation
VI. Creating Final Mixes and Exporting Audio
   A. Bounce to disc command
   B. Exporting region definitions
   C. Exporting regions as audio files
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 25, 2013

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