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Margee Loya
Curriculum Analyst
Central/Mother Lode
Clovis Community College
CTE Dean
James Ortez
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Program Details
Live Sound
Program Modifications (formerly substantial changes)
Commercial Music (100500)
08/12/24
Item 1. Program Goals and Objectives
Focused on the technology and practice of live sound applications of audio equipment, this CTE certificate develops familiarity and skills with the technology and environments for live public performances. From operating sound boards to DJ interfaces, this program has multiple professional opportunities, including non-musical audio systems for public addresses, radio, as well as for churches and performance venues. Students in the program would be prepared to work as student assistants in support of the A/V needs of the campus for guest speakers, sporting events and other on-campus activities.
Program Learning Outcomes
A student who successfully completes this degree will be able to:
- Select appropriate components and settings to implement functional systems for various live events.
- Comply with safety standards for professional speakers and audio systems.
- Design and diagram live sound systems for professional applications while working within a budget.
Item 2. Catalog Description
The Certificate of Achievement in Live Sound provides students with the skills and experience needed to operate a live sound system including a wide variety of mixing consoles, microphones, effects units and speaker systems. Part of a series of Commercial Music certificates, students cover a broad history of music, music production, and music theory while specialized courses focus on the professional gear used by live audio technicians, DJ’s and live musical artists. From singer-songwriters to symphony orchestras and everything in between, students explore the breadth of sonic reinforcement for live audio. Through the certificate, students design and implement multiple live sound support systems for on and off campus events.
Year 1: 5-10
Year 2: 5-10
Year 3: 10-15
Year 4 (new facilities built): 15+
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
Item 1. Program Goals and Objectives
Focused on the technology and practice of live sound applications of audio equipment, this CTE certificate develops familiarity and skills with the technology and environments for live public performances. From operating sound boards to DJ interfaces, this program has multiple professional opportunities, including non-musical audio systems for public addresses, radio, as well as for churches and performance venues. Students in the program would be prepared to work as student assistants in support of the A/V needs of the campus for guest speakers, sporting events and other on-campus activities.
Course Units and Hours
18-19
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Course Report
Added Music 1A, Music Theory I and Music 7A, Ear Training: Level I as options in place of Music 3, Music Fundamentals.
Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
---|---|---|---|
MUSCO-1 | Introduction to Music Technology | 3 | Year 1, Fall |
MUS-12 OR MUS-16 OR MUS-16A | Music Appreciation Jazz History and Appreciation Hip Hop Music and Culture | 3 3 3 | Year 1, Fall |
MUS-1A AND MUS-7A OR MUS-3 | Music Theory I Ear Training: Level I Music Fundamentals | 3 1 3 | Year 1, Fall |
MUSCO-5 | Music Business | 3 | Year 1, Spring |
MUSCO-4A | Recording I | 3 | Year 1, Spring |
MUSCO-7 | Commercial Music Performance | 2 | Year 1, Spring |
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Submission Details
05/20/24 - 02:51 PM
05/21/24 - 10:38 AM by Margee Loya
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