Are you interested in creating music and sound effects electronically? A certificate in sound technology can help you turn your passion into a career!
Sound recording and electronic music play an increasingly vital role in our society. Allan Hancock College’s sound technology certificate prepares students for careers in live and in-studio sound recording and sound reinforcement, as well as film, television, radio and more. Taught by working professionals on industry-standard equipment, students learn the basic terminology associated with acoustics and sound recording, get hands-on experience participating in sound recording and mix-down sessions, and produce and record their own works of electronic music.
The sound recording certificate can also be valuable preparation for enrolling in an advanced commercial music school.
This program will help you to:
- recognize and define the basic terminology associated with acoustics
- recognize and define the basic terminology associated with sound recording and electronic music
- participate in sound recording and mix-down sessions
- produce and record works of electronic music
Suggested Course Sequence
The “Suggested Course Sequence” is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
An introduction to the equipment, terminology and procedures of sound engineering. Combines lectures and demonstrations with hands-on use of equipment. Students will have the opportunity to use professional sound recording and processing equipment in various recording and mix-down situations. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Film 120.
An introduction to the equipment, terminology and procedures of sound engineering. Combines lectures and demonstrations with hands-on use of equipment. Students will have the opportunity to use professional sound recording and processing equipment in various recording and mix-down situations. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Music 115.
An introduction to the various areas of electronic music, including the history of electronic music, sound synthesis techniques and the use of digital and analog synthesizers in a recording studio. Designed for both music majors and non-majors.
You will need a minimum of 7 units from this list:
|
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis |
3 |
|
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis Laboratory |
2 |
|
|
Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production |
4 |
|
|
Roots of Pop, Rock, Jazz |
3 |
|
|
Music Theory 1 |
4 |
|
| MUS 112 |
Music Theory 2 |
4 |
| MUS 119 |
Electronic Music Studio Technique |
1 |
| MUS 143 |
Jazz Band |
1 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Total Units:
7 TO 10
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Explores the digital audio software for recording music and computer-based multi-track sound recording for producing audio for video projects, as well as the use of digital signal processors for mixing and mastering recordings. This course is not open to students who have received credit for or who are currently enrolled in FILM 121.
Explores the digital audio software for recording music and computer-based multi-track sound recording for producing audio for video projects, as well as the use of digital signal processors for mixing and mastering recordings. This course is not open to students who have received credit for or who are currently enrolled in Music 116.
An introduction to the use of Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI). Includes working with synthesizers, sequencing and music notation in a MIDI-controlled environment. This course is intended for music majors and non-majors.
You will need a minimum of 7 units from this list:
|
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis |
3 |
|
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis Laboratory |
2 |
|
|
Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production |
4 |
|
|
Roots of Pop, Rock, Jazz |
3 |
|
|
Music Theory 1 |
4 |
|
| MUS 112 |
Music Theory 2 |
4 |
| MUS 119 |
Electronic Music Studio Technique |
1 |
| MUS 143 |
Jazz Band |
1 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
You will need a minimum of 7 units from this list:
|
Course Number |
Course Title |
Units |
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis |
3 |
|
|
Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis Laboratory |
2 |
|
|
Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production |
4 |
|
|
Roots of Pop, Rock, Jazz |
3 |
|
|
Music Theory 1 |
4 |
|
| MUS 112 |
Music Theory 2 |
4 |
| MUS 119 |
Electronic Music Studio Technique |
1 |
| MUS 143 |
Jazz Band |
1 |
Choose one course each semester it is identified on the suggested course sequence.
Total Units:
8 to 16
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A total of 19 units is required for the certificate.
Required core courses (12 units):
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 115 | Introduction to Sound Recording & Mixing | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| or | ||
| FILM 120 | Introduction to Sound Recording and Mixing | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 116 | Sound Production Techniques | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| or | ||
| FILM 121 | Sound Production Techniques | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 117 | Electronic Music MIDI Recording | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 118 | Intro to Electronic Music | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Plus a minimum of 7 units selected from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| EL 118 | Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| EL 119 | Fundamentals of DC and AC Circuits Analysis Laboratory | 2.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 110 | Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 104 | Roots of Pop, Rock, Jazz | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 111 | Music Theory 1 | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 112 | Music Theory 2 | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 119 | Electronic Music Studio Technique | 1.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 143 | Jazz Band | 1.000 - 0.000 |
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Contact Information
John R. Hood, Chair of Fine Arts
Professor of Art and Design
jhood@hancockcollege.edu
Allan Hancock College
805-922-6966 ext. 3705 - During campus closure please use my college email only or call 3252
800. S. College Bld. F
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Darlene Vera
Administration Assistant II - Fine Arts
darlene.vera@hancockcollege.edu
Allan Hancock College
805-922-6966 ext. 3252
800. S. College Bldg. F
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Location
Bldg F
Faculty:
Christopher Diaz, PhD
Associate Professor of Music
805 922-6966 ext. 3219
Office F-111
