MP-101: Introduction to the Recording Studio and MIDI

Course, prefix, number, & title: MP-101 Introduction to the Recording Studio and MIDI

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 2 class hours, 2 laboratory hours

Credits: 3

Co-requisites (if any): MUS-111, or one of the following with satisfactory score on Music Placement test: MUS-112, MUS-122, MUS-225

Course Description in college catalog:

An exploration of the basic techniques and theories of multi-track recording and MIDI technology. Students apply principles by working with professional studio equipment in the Recording Studio Lab.

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

A.A.S. Music Production

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Communicate effectively in various forms

2. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

1. Students will demonstrate understanding of fundamental properties of sound.

2. Identify the property of frequency and articulate its effect on our perception of pitch and timbre.

3. Identify the properties of intensity and amplitude and the correlated effects on our perception of loudness.

4. Students will demonstrate basic knowledge of audio signal flow, connectors, and gain structure.

5. Identify different types of common audio connectors using proper terminology

6. Differentiate between balanced and unbalanced connections and demonstrate understanding of the benefits and drawbacks of each.

7. Distinguish different types of signal levels and identify when adjustment is needed.

8. demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of connectivity when working with audio equipment

9. In praxis, students will demonstrate ability to work in a DAW environment

Program-specific outcomes

Prepare students who wish to pursue a career in music and recording industries by providing an innovative program that integrates musicianship, music production and recording studio training.

Other program outcomes (if applicable).

1. Integrate knowledge and skills in the program of study

2. Make ethical judgments while recognizing multiple perspectives, as appropriate in the program of study

3. Work collaboratively to accomplish learning objectives

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

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Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window(PDF).

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.