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Degree at a Glance

Degree Type

Associate of Applied Science

Location

Greeley Campus

Credits

60

Tuition*

In-District
$6,385
In-State
$10,000
WUE
$14,650
Out-of-State
$31,930

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Audio ProductionRequirements

Explore the classes that will give you the technical skills and techniques for a career in audio production. The core audio production courses will introduce you to concepts of mass media and the principles of audio for music, film and video. You’ll have the opportunity for hands-on recording, mixing, mastering, MIDI and sound design on professional digital workstations.

Along with general education courses, choose from electives including digital photography, web design and animation.

Audio Production Statewide Articulation Agreement, Associate of Science Degree

General Education Courses

  • Required Course:

  • Combines the basic theories of communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, audience analysis, and delivery. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3

  • Choose one of the following: 

  • Emphasizes the planning, writing, and revising of compositions, including the development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course includes a wide variety of compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/argumentative writing. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3

  • Choose one of the following: 

  • Covers material designed for career and technical students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, statistics, and graphs. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Covers mathematical material designed for career and technical students. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and vectors. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    4
  • Focuses on a variety of functions and the exploration of their graphs. Topics include: equations and inequalities, operations on functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems, and an introduction to conic sections. This course provides essential skills for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) pathways. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-MA1 category. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    4

  • Choose one of the following: 

  • Focuses on the scientific study of behavior including motivation, emotion, physiological psychology, stress and coping, research methods, consciousness, sensation, perception, learning, and memory. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • This course examines the basic concepts, theories, and principles of sociology, including topics of culture, race, class, gender, sexuality, social groups, and deviance through a local and global lens. Analyzes and interprets socio-historic as well as contemporary issues by using critical thinking skills and linking individual experiences to social structures. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3

  • Choose one of the following: 

  • Introduces film terminology and narrative techniques to explore how film conveys meaning and to study the relationships among film form, content, and audience reception. This course emphasizes active viewing, discussion, and critical analysis of films from different cultures and eras. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH2 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Introduces fiction, poetry, and drama. This course emphasizes active and responsive reading. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH2 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Examines human life, experience, and thought to discover and develop the principles and values for pursuing a more fulfilled existence. This course examines ethical theories designed to both justify moral judgments, as well as apply these ethical theories to a selection of personal and social issues in the world today. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Focuses on interactions among people including their conflicts, cooperative efforts, and group relationships. This course examines why beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors cause relationship problems in our personal lives and in work-related situations. Additionally, this course emphasizes the analysis of human behavior, the application of prevention strategies, and resolution of the behavior. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
Total General Education Credits 15-16

Major Requirements

  • This introduction to sound for film and video provides instruction on acquisition of audio on location and post-production methods. Students will apply the techniques and tools discussed in class to practical exercises and group environments. Students will analyze sound information to prepare projects for the post-production process and learn to synthesize the acquired results with the visual elements of the story to enhance the emotional impact of a piece. Students will be introduced to sweetening techniques, musical compositions and Foley. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    RTV 2003 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Places the mass media in a technological, historical, and cultural perspective, considering the validity, integrity, and influence of the evolving media in a democracy. This course is a Statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS3 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Educates the student about the unique business legal concerns that media producers face. These include media contracts, labor issues, libel, and privacy rights. We will pay special attention to the use and protection of copyrights and trademarks; both of other people and of the students` own works. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Explores the use of sound in multimedia production and audio storytelling. Students examine the principles of recording. Classes focus on how sound can enhance interactive productions and improve computer presentations. Students learn how to use the computer as a full audio editing studio. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Considers the language of MIDI, computer skills necessary to learn music software applications, and the process of design and set-up of a music technology workstation. This course covers the uses of computers in the music profession. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    2
  • Focuses on basic audio production techniques to be used in television production. Includes the use of basic audio equipment and mixer to produce audio tracks for radio and television production. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Includes the fundamentals of audio mixing from the audio source to final master. By explaining the principles of mixing and the technical foundations of audio recording. Analyzing the principles of acquiring, manipulating, recording, and final mixing of audio and discussing the differences between digital and analog recording. Each student will summarize the function of microphones, audio sources, recording devices, and speakers and complete recording exercises and projects according to provided guidelines. Demonstration of linear and non-linear master mixing will also be required. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    RTV 1006 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Explores the use of sound equipment to produce a quality listening experience for the intended audience. The class will focus on how sound can enhance live productions. Students will learn how to use sound equipment as a tool for such production. Prerequisite: Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    RTV 1006 with a grade of "C" or better.
    3
  • Explores the use of editing digital audio by making use of the Pro Tools software environment. The student will have hands on opportunities to work with industry conventions such as time compression/expansion, harmonic and rhythmic manipulation ("Autotune" and "Beat Detective"), destructive and real-time processing (plugins). File formats for delivery and exchange, compressed and full resolution, will be addressed, as well as other digital audio workstations, computer platforms, hardware interfaces, and data connection protocols. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    RTV 1006 with a grade of "C" or better.
    3
  • A demonstrated culmination of learning within a given program of study. Differential tuition rates apply. Department approval is required. This course has admission requirements.  Please call or email the Communication Media department for more information. See the department web page at https://www.aims.edu/degrees-certificates/television-video-production for contact information. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
    Course Prerequisites
    Permission of instructor is required
    0 to 12 *

  • *Students must take three (3) credits of RTV 2089.

Total Major Requirements Credits 29

Degree Electives

Courses used to satisfy above Major Requirements, cannot also be counted as electives.  All FVM, JOU, and RTV courses are approved for electives in this degree.  

Choose from the following courses listed below, or other courses that have been approved by an advisor.  Students may select up to six (6) elective credits in MUS coursework.

  • Presents the fundamentals of Fine Art digital photography, including camera equipment and software used for image capture, management and manipulation. Topics include camera settings and exposure control, composition, working with light and time, and creative image manipulation. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Expands upon the beginning digital photography class. Focuses on digital photography in terms of design and communication factors including color, visual design, lighting, graphics, and aesthetics. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ART 1401 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Introduces the application of fundamental business principles to local, national, and international forums. This course examines the relationship of economic systems, governance, regulations, and law upon business operations. It surveys the concepts of career development, business ownership, finance and accounting, economics, marketing, management, operations, human resources, regulations, and business ethics. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • This course introduces basic computer terminology, file management, and PC system components. Provides an overview of office application software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics. Includes the use of a web browser to access the Internet. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Explores integration of technology instruction into teaching practices used in preschool through postsecondary (P-21) educational settings for all curriculum areas of content. This course reviews a variety of technologies with an emphasis on increasing student learning and retention of knowledge. The course also explores combining technology with several instructional methodologies to promote professional teacher dispositions related to technology-rich teaching. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Provides faculty with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, develop, and deliver courses in a distance format. Focuses on assessment and evaluation methods and methods to incorporate interactive, collaborative and expanded learning activities. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Explores techniques and approaches in the latest delivery methods for new media journalism, ethics, technological advances, and media literacy. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Focuses on trade, consumer, and technical publications, manuscript development with emphasis on nonfiction, submission techniques, and trends affecting the marketing of manuscripts both in print and digital media. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ENG 1021, ENG 1022, or ENG 1031 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Introduces web site planning, design and creation utilizing HTML through industry-standard development tools [may list specific software]. Emphasis is placed on applying stylistic decisions using cascading style sheets. Web-based considerations regarding color, typography, aesthetics, user interface design, and process integration with visual-based design tools will be explored. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    CWB 1010 with a grade of "C' or better, may be taken concurrently
    3
  • Explores the creation of animation and dynamic media for web and multimedia applications, conforming to professional standards. Emphasizes the manipulation of time-based media using key-frames, tweens and other technologies related to the specific software being utilized. Also examines the use of scripts to trigger timeline events and create basic interactive behavior. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.
    3
  • Educates the student about the unique business legal concerns that media producers face. These include media contracts, labor issues, libel, and privacy rights. We will pay special attention to the use and protection of copyrights and trademarks; both of other people and of the students` own works. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Introduces 3D Modeling software with an emphasis on modeling techniques for setting up scenes with texture maps and lighting. The course also covers how to import models from other programs. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Explores the use of sound in multimedia production and audio storytelling. Students examine the principles of recording. Classes focus on how sound can enhance interactive productions and improve computer presentations. Students learn how to use the computer as a full audio editing studio. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Introduces to digital non-linear video editing. Students will capture, compress, edit, and manipulate video images using a personal computer. Assembly techniques including media management, editing tools, titles, and motion control; transitions and filters, and special effects are explored. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Provides the fundamental techniques for creating digital motion graphics such as 2D animations, animated logos, video graphics, etc. Classes cover relevant tools and techniques as well as industry standards, delivery methods and output. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Offers advanced study of digital video imaging concepts using digital cameras. Heavy emphasis is placed upon media aesthetics and the creative integration of sight, sound, and motion in student projects. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    RTV 2010 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Examines 3D modeling software programs with an emphasis on organic modeling techniques and animation for setting up scenes with advanced procedural textual maps and lighting. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    MGD 1055 with a grade of "C" or better
    3
  • Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor. Department approval is required. This course has admission requirements. Please call or email the Graphic Design & Rich Media department for more information. See the department web page at  https://www.aims.edu/degrees-certificates/graphic-design-rich-media  for contact information. Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.
    Course Prerequisites
    MGD 2056 with a grade of "C" or better.
    0 to 12
  • Considers the language of MIDI, computer skills necessary to learn music software applications, and the process of design and set-up of a music technology workstation. This course covers the uses of computers in the music profession. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    2
  • Explores and evaluates existing podcasts on content, delivery, and production values, culminating in the creation and distribution of the first episode of an original podcast. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Focuses on the basic tenets of starting and maintaining a live stream, as well as ways to create original and engaging content to build and keep an audience. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
Total Degree Elective Credits 15-16
Total Credits for A.A.S. Degree 60