MUS 486 - Advanced Sound Design II: Synthesis, Modulation & Creative Digital Signal Processing
Units: 3
Synthesis, Modulation & Creative Digital Signal Processing serves advanced students interested in creating stand-alone electronic compositions. The course emphasizes synthesis programming, modulation, and computer-based composition techniques, developing skills in sound design, signal processing, and innovative digital workflows.
Strongly Recommended Preparation: Students enrolling in Advanced Sound Design are strongly encouraged to have completed MUS 381 Essentials of Music Technology or possess equivalent knowledge. This includes a solid foundation in audio and MIDI concepts, familiarity with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), and basic skills in recording, editing, and signal flow.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Students will master the fundamentals of sound, acoustics, and electronics with an emphasis on developing the basic knowledge and skills to create original sounds via audio synthesis.
- Reflect upon and analyze everyday sonic experiences and articulate them to others.
- Design and implement computer music applications using essential sound synthesis and programming techniques.
- Identify suitable synthesis techniques to develop a design strategy for a specific sound design problem.
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