SRT - Sound Recording Technology

SRT 105 Recording Techniques for Music

A non-technical introduction to recording technology. Students will learn established recording techniques, how to make good audition tapes, the possibilities of digital editing, how to purchase the right equipment, and other recording essentials.

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SRT 200 Recording Practicum

Applied instruction in basic audio techniques. Includes studio instruction in the use of microphones, loudspeakers, tape recorders. Taken concurrently with SRT 250-251. Open to majors only.

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Corequisites

SRT 250

SRT 201 Recording Practicum

Applied instruction in basic audio techniques. Includes studio instruction in the use of microphones, loudspeakers, tape recorders. Taken concurrently with SRT 250-251. Open to majors only.

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Corequisites

SRT 251

SRT 250 Recording Techniques

A two-semester course in recording, including audio measurements, use of loudspeakers, microphones, tape recorders, and mixing consoles. Emphasis on sterophony, live recording, and the development of high standards of audio craft. Open to majors only.

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SRT 251 Recording Techniques

A two-semester course in recording, including audio measurements, use of loudspeakers, microphones, tape recorders, and mixing consoles. Emphasis on stereophony, live recording, and the development of high standards of audio craft. Open to majors only.

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SRT 300 Recording Practicum

Applied instruction in multi-track recording, sound reinforcement, and audio systems analysis techniques. Includes in-depth study of mixing consoles, tape recorders, and signal processors. Students will record assigned projects and assist seniors in production projects. Taken concurrently with SRT 350-351. Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251

Corequisites

SRT 350

SRT 301 Recording Practicum

Applied instruction in multi-track recording, sound reinforcement, and audio systems analysis techniques. Includes in-depth study of mixing consoles, tape recorders, and signal processors. Students will record assigned projects and assist seniors in production projects. Taken concurrently with SRT 350-351. Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251

Corequisites

SRT 351

SRT 310 Studio Installation and Maintenance

Provides maximum hands-on experience in recording studio installation and maintenance. Students will learn to analyze signal flow and troubleshoot equipment with passive (resistors, capacitors, inductors) and active components (transistors and op-amps). Transmission lines are discussed by evaluating principles and standards of connectors and cabling for audio and video. Further emphasis is placed on the phenomenon of noise in audio/video circuits and transmission lines: evaluating and measuring noise in individual components and systems, and minimizing or eliminating noise through the principles of grounding, shielding and filtering. Students will learn soldering and wiring techniques as well as a variety of audio measurement procedures.

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SRT 320 Studio Installation and Maintenance Laboratory

The one semester, 1-credithour course, provides maximum hands-on experience in recording studio installation and maintenance. Students will learn to analyze signal flow and troubleshoot equipment with passive (resistors, capacitors, inductors) and active components (transistors and op-amps). Transmission lines are discussed by evaluating principles and standards of connectors and cabling for audio and video. Further emphasis is placed on the phenomenon of noise in measuring noise in individual components and systems, and minimizing or eliminating noise through the principles of grounding, shielding and filtering. Students will learn soldering and wiring techniques as well as a variety of audio measurement procedures.

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Prerequisites

MATH 121 or MATH 123 and PHYS 123

SRT 350 Technology and Practices of the Recording Industry

A two-semester course in multi-track recording technology, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP). Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251

SRT 351 Technology and Practices of the Recording Industry

A two-semester course in multi-track recording technology, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP). Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 200 and SRT 201 and SRT 250 and SRT 251

SRT 450 Senior Seminar/Project

Each student will prepare a professional quality recording production and a research paper. In addition, the seminar will address areas of professional concern, including career development and survival skills, current studio developments, and elements of style in recording. Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 300 and SRT 301 and SRT 350 and SRT 351

SRT 451 Senior Seminar/Project

Each student will prepare a professional quality recording production and a research paper. In addition, the seminar will address areas of professional concern, including career development and survival skills, current studio developments, and elements of style in recording. Open to majors only.

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Prerequisites

SRT 300 and SRT 301 and SRT 350 and SRT 351

SRT 460 Independent Study

Studies in studio maintenance, booking, traffic management, and research are available on a limited basis. Maximum of 6 credit hours of MUS, MUED, or SRT independent study. Open to majors only.

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SRT 461 Independent Study

Studies in studio maintenance, booking, traffic management, and research are available on a limited basis. Maximum of 6 hours of MUS, MUED, or SRT independent study. Open to majors only.

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SRT 470 Studio Supervision

Students supervise recording studio inventory and use. Open to majors only. Permission of instructor required.

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SRT 480 Internship

A 15-week, full-time work position in a facility appropriate for the individual student's goals. Duties are specified by college and sponsoring firm. Open to majors only.

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