Music Recording Technology, SC

Program Description

The Skills Certificate, Music Recording Technology, develops the skills and training necessary to be successful in entry-level recording studio positions and other music recording jobs, and provides a pathway to a career in the music and entertainment industry, or to pursue further education in Music Technology.

This program is not eligible for financial aid, however, it will be eligible for scholarship funding if the student is awarded scholarships.

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Program Requirements

Skills Certificates can consist of a single course or a short set of courses that provide training for entry-level positions or career advancement. These short-term certificates may also prepare students to take state, national and/or industry-recognized certifications or licensing exams.

Skills certificates are awarded upon completion of coursework and marked on a student's transcripts at the end of the semester. Students cannot declare a skills certificate as one's major. Skills Certificates are not eligible for Financial Aid. 

To earn a skills certificate, students must:

1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
2. Have no financial or library obligation to the college.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the certificate will:

PSLO1: Students completing the skills certificate will understand theoretical aspects of audio recording and audio theory including but not limited to signal flow, microphone theory, and overdubbing methods.

PSLO2: Students completing the skills certificate will apply Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) hardware and software in the creation of recorded music.