Sound Recording Technology, M.P.S.

HEGIS Code: 1099.00

Inventory of Registered Program Code: 42034

Sound Recording Technology Program, Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.)

The program in Sound Recording Technology leading to the Master of Professional Studies degree will enhance the technical capabilities of graduates through in-depth studies of the art, science and practice in this ever-advancing field. Significant hands-on in-studio project work, using industry-standard technologies will develop in students the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to successfully complete the artistic and research projects embedded in the coursework, and ultimately to apply them as graduates in real-work situations. Technology is infused into the program in the context of developing aesthetics for music, images, and games; for live performances or in the studio. Students will also be prepared to sit for three AVID Pro-Tools certification exams in Video, Venue, and Expert.

Admission

Applicants must have an advanced understanding of audio equipment, console signal flow, microphone categories and techniques, and DAW software. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their competencies in these areas during an interview.

All candidates for admission into the M.P.S. degree must submit the following:

A completed Application.
Two letters of recommendation.
A personal essay.
FTC Undergraduate Transcript

Program Course Requirements

The courses below are required of all students in the Sound Recording Technology Program leading to the Master of Professional Studies Degree.

Program Requirements
Audio Core
AUD 531 - Audio Electronics Application; (3cr)
AUD 541 - Acoustic Sound Design; (3cr)
AUD 561 - Music Production; (3cr)
AUD 571 - Video Game Sound Production 1; (3cr)
Total Audio Core: 12
Audio Capstone
AUD 581 - Live Sound Capstone 1; (3cr)
AUD 631 - Audio Mastering; (3cr)
AUD 672 - Video Game Sound Production 2; (3cr)
AUD 682 - Live Sound Capstone 2; (3cr)
Total Audio Core: 12
Audio Electives
Audio Elective 500-700 Level; (6cr)
Total Audio Electives: 6
Total Program Credits: 30

Recommended Sequence of Courses

Courses
Summer
AUD 541 - Acoustic Sound Design; (3cr)
Total: 3
Semester 1
AUD 531 - Audio Electronics Application; (3cr)
AUD 561 - Music Production; (3cr)
AUD 571 - Video Game Sound Production 1; (3cr)
AUD 581 - Live Sound Capstone 1; (3cr)
Total: 12
Winter
AUD 631 - Audio Mastering; (3cr)
Total: 3
Semester 2
AUD 672 - Video Game Sound Production 2; (3cr)
AUD 682 - Live Sound Capstone 2; (3cr)
Audio Elective 500-700 Level; (3cr)
Audio Elective 500-700 Level; (3cr)
Total: 12
Total Program Credits: 30