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Sound · Year 2 · 3 credit hours · 16 sessions

Music Production

This course introduces the fundamentals of sound, audio behavior, recording principles, software tools, and studio workflow. Students learn sound components, tracks, effects, looping, acoustics, mixing techniques, and hardware functions. Emphasis is placed on hands-on practice using industry tools and software such as Samplitude.

§ 01 By the end you can
  1. Understand sound properties, components, and human auditory perception.
  2. Navigate audio production software and studio hardware.
  3. Record, edit, loop, and manage tracks using professional techniques.
  4. Apply effects, mixing, panning, and time-based controls creatively.
  5. Evaluate acoustics, studio workflow, and professional sound production practices.
§ 02 Sixteen sessions

The whole semester.

  1. 01Introduction to Sound and Audio Concepts
  2. 02Components of Sound & Human Auditory System
  3. 03Introduction to Audio Software & Tools (Samplitude Basics)
  4. 04Practical Execution of Sound Editing
  5. 05Track Structure, Usage & Object Editing
  6. 06Looping Techniques and Sound Layering
  7. 07Basic Instrument Knowledge & Jingle Identification
  8. 08 · MidtermRecording Techniques and Studio Signal Flow
  9. 09Mixer Controls, Panning, Effects & Signal Processing
  10. 10Time Management: Metronome, Transport, Tempo
  11. 11Sound Effects and Processing (EQ, Reverb, Compression)
  12. 12Soundproofing, Acoustics & Studio Environment
  13. 13Track Bouncing and Export Preparation
  14. 14Overview of Studio Tools & Hardware Functions
  15. 15Industry Overview in Audio & Media
  16. 16Applied Audio Production Project

Midterm around session 8. Final project briefed at session 8 or 9 and developed in stages until the juries.

§ 03 Final project

Students will produce a 60 second multi-track audio project demonstrating recording, editing, effects, mixing, and professional export techniques.

Deliverables

  1. A multitrack session showing recorded and edited audio elements.
  2. Final bounced audio file with effects, panning, and proper leveling.
  3. A short report describing tools used, acoustics considerations, and workflow decisions.

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