Professor: Dr. Scott
L. Miller (PAC 222; 308-3291; slmiller@stcloudstate.edu)
Credit Hours: 1
Attendance:
Critical, but not monitored
Office hours
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduction to computer-based technology
encountered in the field of music and to various pedagogical and creative
applications of this technology. This course provides the student with the
skills necessary to further explore music technology and its applications.
TEXT AND MATERIALS
Readings and
activities will be assigned from materials available via Coursefiles. Students
must provide headphones with an 1/8" (mini)
stereo plug.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The student will:
·
become familiar with how a computer operates (5%)
·
become familiar with computer terminology (5%)
·
become familiar with the terminology of music technology (10%)
·
become familiar with the potential of the internet and World Wide Web (Web)
as a music resource (5%)
·
learn basic MIDI theory and applications (5%)
·
learn how to devise and use a MIDI network (5%)
·
learn the rudiments of a MIDI sequencing application (20%)
·
learn the rudiments of a music notation application (20%)
·
learn the rudiments of acoustics (5%)
·
learn the rudiments of digital audio recording, editing, and mixing
using a digital audio workstation (20%)
ASSESSMENT
The student will
demonstrate mastery of the objectives by completion of weekly assignments.
There is no final exam.
Grade Scale:
A = clear mastery of all
material in work
B = above average work
C = average work
D = minimally acceptable
work
F = unacceptable work