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Audio Video Systems Technician Associate of Applied Science Degree

 

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

The audio video technician program prepares students for entry-level work in the audio-visual field.  The curriculum is balanced between theory and hands-on training of all types of audio-visual equipment and has been developed to prepare graduates to obtain industry certification. Graduates acquire a strong background in electronics, as well as hands-on training in equipment operation for sound reinforcement, system installation, and acoustical testing.

Award Outcomes

Install audio and video components

Configure audio and video systems

Perform acoustic testing and simulations

Understand electrical needs specific to audio video systems

Utilize analog and digital equipment for live sound reinforcement 

Utilize networked audio-visual protocols 

Troubleshoot problems within the system 

Function as part of a team 

Adapt to changing work environments

Career Opportunities

Audio Video technicians are in-demand for many industry employers, ranging from fortune-500 companies to Audio-Visual installation contractors. The technician may be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and operating audio-visual and multimedia equipment for a wide range of events, from live performances to corporate events. Audio-Visual installation, setup, and troubleshooting often take place in any area of the industry. A strong attention to detail is needed as it’s very common to follow system drawings, wiring diagrams, and blueprints. Advancement opportunities are abundant for audio video technicians who obtain professional industry certifications. Employment opportunities are abundant in Minnesota and abroad. 

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 46 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP1100Introduction to Recording

3

ARSP1110Studio Operations

4

ARSP1130Audio Transducers

3

ARSP1300Multitrack Recording Theory I

3

ARSP1310Multitrack Recording Lab I

3

ARSP1320Audio Signal Processing

3

ARSP2121Digital Audio Theory I (Pro Tools Fundamentals II)

2

ARSP2140Electronics for Audio Video

2

ARSP2155Pro Tools Fundamentals

2

ARSP2171Sound Reinforcement I

4

ARSP2246Audio Visual Networking

3

ARSP2250Introduction to System Installation

3

ARSP2556Audio System Computer Modeling

1

ARSP2580Audio Recording Internship I

2

ARSP2600Audio Networking

3

ARSP2605System Control

3

ARSP2610Acoustical Testing

2

General Education Required 15 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
COMM1260Small Group Communication

3

ENGL1070Technical Writing

3

PHIL1100Critical Thinking for College Success

3

PHIL1200Ethics

3

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

General Education Elective 0 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Technical Studies Elective 2 Credits

Any ARSP course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.

Recommended:

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2585Audio Recording Internship II

2

Total Associate in Applied Science Degree Credits 63

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits

Semester Sequence

Offered at Eden Prairie Only

First Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP1100Introduction to Recording

3

ARSP1110Studio Operations

4

ARSP1130Audio Transducers

3

ARSP2155Pro Tools Fundamentals

2

 

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

Total Credits  15

Second Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP1300Multitrack Recording Theory I

3

ARSP1310Multitrack Recording Lab I

3

ARSP1320Audio Signal Processing

3

ARSP2121Digital Audio Theory I (Pro Tools Fundamentals II)

2

 

COMM1260Small Group Communication

3

Total Credits  14

Summer Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ENGL1070Technical Writing

3

PHIL1100Critical Thinking for College Success

3

Total Credits  6

Third Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2140Electronics for Audio Video

2

ARSP2171Sound Reinforcement I

4

ARSP2246Audio Visual Networking

3

ARSP2250Introduction to System Installation

3

ARSP2556Audio System Computer Modeling

1

 

PHIL1200Ethics

3

Total Credits  16

Fourth Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2580Audio Recording Internship I

2

ARSP2600Audio Networking

3

ARSP2605System Control

3

ARSP2610Acoustical Testing

2

Technical Studies Electives

2

Total Credits  12

Technical Studies Electives

Any ARSP course that is not required for this award may be used as an elective.

Recommended:

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2585Audio Recording Internship II

2

Choose a Total of:  2 Credits

Graduation (63 Credits)

Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence.  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.

 

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