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Course Syllabus

MUSC 3720 Audio Post Production

  • Division: Fine Arts, Comm, and New Media
  • Department: Music
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 2; Lecture: 2; Lab: 0
  • Prerequisites: MUSC 3350 Audio Fundamentals I
  • Semesters Offered: Spring
  • Semester Approved: Spring 2026
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Fall 2030
  • End Semester: Fall 2031
  • Optimum Class Size: 12
  • Maximum Class Size: 16

Course Description

This course presents an overview of the technology and techniques used in the creation and production of audio synchronized with moving picture (video, film, and television). It includes a study of the history and technology of sound in film, elements of sound for video, and the various roles and uses of music with moving picture.

Justification

This course fulfills an elective requirement for the Bachelor of Music with an Emphasis in Commercial Music and is suggested for students pursuing the ‘Production Track’. It is also suggested for students studying composition with a goal of film scoring. This course is important in introducing a prominent facet of the audio industry; Audio Post Production, which includes Sound for Film/Television, Game Audio, Radio Ad Production, Sound Design, etc. Courses similar to this are offered in most Music Production or Audio Recording Programs around the country because it opens the door to more advanced study into a multitude of career paths.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will be familiar with the history of sound for film.
  2. Students will be able to trace the progress and advancements in technology used for synchronizing, recording, and producing sound for moving picture.
  3. Students will be able to utilize the workflow used in the audio post production industry and film industry.
  4. Students will know the 4 aspects of sound for moving picture.
  5. Students will be able to utilize the audio post production features in a Digital Audio Workstation, including the various file types and media used in digital video, audio and film.
  6. Students will be conversant in the final mixing/dubbing/re-recording process and the methods of delivery required for each industry.

Course Content

Topics for skill and knowledge building covered in this course may include; History of Sound in Film, Process of Making a Film, Sound Effects, Foley, Dialog, ADR, Production Audio, Location Sound, Music in Film, Using a DAW for Audio Post Production, Post Production Media, Mixing Music for Film, Re-Recording/Mixing, and Careers in Audio Post Production.