Digital Audio Production

NEXT START DATE: April 2, 2012

The Digital Audio Production Program is designed to educate students in modern audio production techniques. Students will learn the fundamentals of audio theory and then quickly proceed to hands-on interaction with the hardware and software tools commonly used in the industry.

Students must display exceptional work ethic and be passionate in their commitment to learning. An intensive classroom environment is created with emphasis on Real World Education.

While musical expertise is an asset, it is not essential for the student to be accepted into the program. No prior knowledge is assumed.

ADMISSION
1) Book an appointment with the registrar at registrar@pixelbluecollege.com or call 780.756.3990 
2) Submit Application form with a $150 Application fee. 
3) 2 Letters of Reference, Transcripts, Resume, and Personal Interview.
4) Work out Student Funding Options.

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FINANCE
The tuition for the Digital Audio Production Diploma Program is $14,500 CAD. This covers the costs of in-class instruction, the use of a personal computer, all the required course materials, including textbooks and full access to our facilities 24 hours a day. 

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CURRICULUM

DAP100 Audio Production Theory Focuses on the Theoretical aspects of physics, music, electronics and general audio production.

DAP100.00 Intro to Mac
DAP100.01 Physics of Audio
DAP100.02 Perception of Audio/ Pyscho Acoustics
DAP100.03 Introductory to Music Theory
DAP100.04 Ear Training
DAP100.05 Frequency Training
DAP100.06 Timbre Training
DAP100.07 Interval Training
DAP100.08 Principles of Midi
DAP100.09 Midi Productions
DAP100.10 Digital Audio Technology
DAP100.11 Modern Recording Techniques

DAP200 Digital Audio Production Focuses on the essential tools of music production including, but not limited to, audio production consoles, microphones, digital audio workstations, music production software, FX processing and mixing.

DAP200.01 Digital Audio Workstation Overview
DAP200.02 Avid Pro Tools
DAP200.03 Apple Logic Studio
DAP200.04 Steinberg Cubase
DAP200.05 Propellerhead Reason
DAP200.06 Digital Audio Editing
DAP200.07 Recording & Music Production Techniques
DAP200.08 Computer Music Production
DAP200.09 Signal Processing
DAP200.10 Dynamics Processing
DAP200.11 Equalization
DAP200.12 Delay and Reverberation
DAP200.13 Modulated FX and Non-Delay FX
DAP200.14 Pitch Correction
DAP200.15 Mixing
DAP200.16 Mastering
DAP200.17 Building a Modern Digital Studio

DAP 300 Multimedia Production Focuses on sound design for visual media including animation, film, television and the Internet.

DAP300.01 Sound Design
DAP300.02 Synthesis
DAP300.03 Sampling & Digital Sound Manipulation
DAP300.04 Post Production Sound for Visual Media
DAP300.05 Portfolio Development

All Pixel Blue College Curriculum includes 20hrs of Career Development (PBC2000)
* Curriculum subject to change without notice

RESOURCES

iMac 
The iMac is a computer completely built into a flat-panel monitor. This model, which has a 21.5-inch display and a 2.4 Intel Core 2 Duo, provides the raw horsepower and sleek functionality sought by creative professionals and power users.

Pro Tools (LE) with MBox
Pro Tools LE software is the most powerful and easiest platform to produce professional-sounding music. Tap the creative power of Pro Tools LE software to compose and record your ideas; then, edit and mix your music using the very same tools that commercial studios rely on to deliver Grammy Award–winning productions.

Pro Tools HD TDM w Control 24
With its ergonomic control surface, 16 Focusrite Class A mic pres, surround capabilities, Ethernet connection, and compatibility with both Pro Tools TDM- and LE-based systems, Control|24 is a quality alternative for environments that don't need the additional features or extensibility of ProControl.

Mackie 24/8 Analog Mix Console
Excellent for project studios and digital multitrack recording, when combined with digital multitrack or hard disk recording systems, a Mackie 8•Bus console can create not just major label CDs, but major motion picture soundtracks and network quality commercials.

Reason 4.0
New Reason 4.0 gives you one-step loading of complex, customizable instruments and effect setups, a new instrument-packed soundbank, instant integration with MIDI keyboards and controllers, a new intuitive file browser, plus a suite of mastering tools. For a pleasurable, performance-friendly Reason experience.

Apple Logic Studio
Logic Studio is a complete set of professional applications that lets you write, record, edit, mix, and perform. It’s also the largest collection of modeled instruments, sampler instruments, effect plug-ins, and audio loops ever put in a single box. So it’s easy to get amazing sounds and amazing-sounding recordings. Now you can tackle any stage of your project yourself — without losing your inspiration along the way.

Reaper
REAPER's no-compromises 64-bit audio engine and 64-bit end-to-end signal path offer the maximum in resolution and headroom. Unlimited track counts, total routing freedom, draggable sends, beat-based audio templates, sidechain support for any plugin - REAPER gives you both power and flexibility.