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Live Sound Production Specialist Associate of Applied Science Degree

 

Overview and Award Outcomes

Overview

Live sound engineers work in a variety of productions and corporate events. The ability to be current with the equipment and techniques of live sound production are essential to being successful in this field. The live engineers will be able to setup and operate both audio systems and work as a member of the larger production team. A foundation of signal flow, gain structure, signal processing, mixing console/transducer theory, and troubleshooting principles are essential.

 

Award Outcomes

Understand electrical needs specific to event production

Utilize analog and digital equipment for live sound reinforcement

Design audio systems for multiple venue sizes and seating arrangements

Utilize audio software for aligning and optimizing sound reinforcement systems

Demonstrate the setup of various speaker systems

Utilize wired and wireless monitor systems

Function as part of a production team

Adapt to changing work environments

Troubleshoot problems within the system

Career Opportunities

Live sound engineers are needed in a variety of work environments that require sound reinforcement. Music venues are a common place to see live sound engineers but they also work in houses of worship, sports venues, and radio/television broadcasts. These work environments often require the engineer to think on their feet and react quickly to achieve the best sound for the application. A live sound engineer may be required to plan and implement the setup of sound systems for various applications as well as troubleshoot issues as the come up. Certain work environments may require lifting of heavy items such as speakers and road cases. It is not uncommon for there to be a need to record the events for archival or distribution. To be successful in this field you must be adaptable to changing work environments, be reliable, and have solid technical understanding of what goes into achieving the right sound for the right application.

Program Requirements

Technical Studies Required 43 Credits

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP1100Introduction to Recording

3

ARSP1110Studio Operations

4

ARSP1130Audio Transducers

3

ARSP1140Critical Listening

1

ARSP1300Multitrack Recording Theory I

3

ARSP1310Multitrack Recording Lab I

3

ARSP1320Audio Signal Processing

3

ARSP2121Digital Audio Theory I (Pro Tools Fundamentals II)

2

ARSP2150Music Business

2

ARSP2155Pro Tools Fundamentals

2

ARSP2171Sound Reinforcement I

4

ARSP2180Wireless Systems

1

ARSP2185Audio Visual and Intercom Systems

2

ARSP2270Sound Reinforcement II

4

ARSP2310Public Address Systems Design

2

ARSP2340Audio Configuration and Troubleshooting

2

ARSP2580Audio Recording Internship I

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 60

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

ARSP1140Critical Listening

1

ARSP2155Pro Tools Fundamentals

2

 

PHYS1005Introductory Physics I

3

Total Credits  16

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

ARSP2150Music Business

2

Total Credits  13

Summer Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
PHIL1100Critical Thinking for College Success

3

Total Credits  3

Third Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2171Sound Reinforcement I

4

ARSP2180Wireless Systems

1

ARSP2185Audio Visual and Intercom Systems

2

ARSP2270Sound Reinforcement II

4

ARSP2310Public Address Systems Design

2

ARSP2340Audio Configuration and Troubleshooting

2

Total Credits  15

Fourth Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCourse Credits
ARSP2580Audio Recording Internship I

2

 

COMM1260Small Group Communication

3

ENGL1070Technical Writing

3

PHIL1200Ethics

3

 

Technical Studies Electives

2

Total Credits  13

Graduation (60 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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