Mass Communication, Audio Recording Technology Concentration, B.S.

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Mass Communication Program

Audio Recording Concentration

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree

HEGIS Code: 0601.00

Inventory of Registered Program Code: 27401

The Audio Recording Technology Concentration is designed to build upon the major proficiencies acquired by students pursuing a career related to Audio Recording and Music Production. Students study theoretical and technical practices required to operate industry standard recording and production equipment. Graduates of the Audio Recording Concentration are prepared for careers such as Audio Recording Engineer, Sound Designer, and Studio Manager.

Audio Recording Concentration

AUD 101 - Audio Recording Theory; Credits: 3

AUD 102 - Audio Recording Techniques; Credits: 3

AUD 201 - Recording Studio Operations; Credits: 3

AUD 202 - Advanced Audio Production; Credits: 3

AUD Elective - Audio Elective 300/400 Level (1); Credits: 3

AUD Elective - Audio Elective 300/400 Level (2); Credits: 3

AUD Elective - Audio Elective 300/400 Level (3); Credits: 3

AUD Elective - Audio Elective 300/400 Level (4); Credits: 3

Total Concentration Credits: 24

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
	Semester 1
AUD 101	Audio Recording Theory	3
ENG 101	English Composition 1	3
MAC 101	Mass Communication	3
MAC 121	Fundamental Communication Lab 1	3
VID 131	Television Workshop	3
	Total	15
	Semester 2
AUD 102	Audio Recording Techniques	3
BUS 275	Social Media Concepts and Practice	3
ENG 102	English Composition 2	3
MAC 122	Fundamental Communication Lab 2	3
MAC 150	Introduction to Live Sound	3
	Total	15
	Semester 3
AUD 201	Recording Studio Operations	3
ENG 202	Broadcast Newswriting and Reporting	3
MAC 202	History and Application of Media Law	3
MAC 221	Intermediate Communication Lab 3	3
MAC 290	Digital Media Art	3
	Total	15
	Semester 4
AUD 202	Advanced Audio Production	3
ENG ___	Writing Elective	3
HIS 201	Contemporary Issues	3
MAC 222	Intermediate Communication Lab 4	3
MAC 280	Digital Portfolio	3
	Total	15
	Semester 5
AUD Elective	Audio Elective 300/400 Level (1)	3
LAS ___	Liberal Arts and Science Elective (1)	3
MAC 211	Broadcast Journalism	3
MAC 301	New and Emerging Media	3
MAC 321	Advanced Communication Lab 5	3
	Total	15
	Semester 6
AUD Elective	Audio Elective 300/400 Level (2)	3
ENG 203	Journalism	3
MAC 299	Radio Broadcasting and Operations	3
MAC 322	Advanced Communication Lab 6	3
PSY 101	General Psychology	3
	Total	15
	Semester 7
AUD Elective	Audio Elective 300/400 Level (3)	3
LAS ___	Liberal Arts and Science Elective (2)	3
MAC 302	Media Ethics and Criticism	3
SOC 361	Mass Media and Society	3
SPE ___	Oral Communication Competency Elective	3
	Total	15
	Semester 8
AUD Elective	Audio Elective 300/400 Level (4)	3
LAS ___	Liberal Arts and Science Elective (3)	3
MAT ___	Quantitative Competency Elective	3
SCI ___	Scientific Competency Elective	3
SOC 351	Social Problems (Diversity Competency)	3
	Total	15
	Total Program	120

Mass Communication, Audio Recording Technology Concentration, B.S.

Audio Recording Concentration

Total Concentration Credits: 24

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Course Code

Course Name

Credits

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Semester 7

Semester 8

Total Program

120