GFA 3140 - Introduction to sound Design w/Avid Pro Tools 100

(6) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: GFA 1040   with a grade of C or better
The theory and practices of film and television sound design are presented through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on exercises. The curriculum is designed to incorporate the industry-standard Avid Pro Tools Certified Training in the most recent Fundamentals 1 (PT101) and Fundamentals 2 (PT110) courses. Avid's certification training is supplemented with academic curriculum, including but not limited to: an historical overview of the sound design process and tools; current processes, procedures and terminology; project organization; audio sample rates and file types; audio manipulation; and introductory troubleshooting. Technical operations are covered, including: creating sessions; recording and importing audio and MIDI; multi-track recordings of live audio; editing session media; MIDI sequences and virtual instruments; navigating sessions and arranging media on tracks; and using basic processing and mixing techniques to finalize a production.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will demonstrate the skills needed for entry-level positions in film and television post-production. Emphasis will be placed on understanding industry standards and employer expectations for professional film and television post-production. GFA 3140 is the upper-level option of GFA 2140.  Students cannot take both the 2000 and 3000/4000 level option of equivalent courses.  Either the 2000 or 3000 level course would satisfy the prerequisite for its related 4000 level course. If pursuing the Nexus, the 3000/4000 level-upper division course is required.  Pursuing the 2000 level course will not result in a Nexus degree, but may be used towards GFA certification.