NEW!  MUSIC TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PREPARATORY COURSE
A week-long intensive study of Logic Pro and basic audio theory.  No previous experience necessary, although a basic understanding of music rudiments is recommended.  Ideal preparation for the new Douglas College Music Technology Certificate program, or for those interested in an introduction to the recording engineering technology.  Please call 604-527-5469 for more information and registration.

2012 Dates:

WINTER 2012
February 13-17, 2012
Time: 6:30 - 10:30 PM
Room: 3220, New Westminster Campus
Fee: $295+HST

SUMMER 2012
Dates & Time TBA
Fee: $295+HST

Audio Engineering 123

Students learn how to set-up and operate recording equipment. Instruction will focus on the components in the audio chain including microphones, cables and connectors, consoles, equalizers, compressors, amplifiers, speakers and more. Some of the concepts covered are: gain structure in audio systems; psycho-acoustics and the human ear; room acoustics and the principles of sound including, amplitude, frequency, harmonic content, wavelength, envelope, velocity and phase.

Throughout the course students gain hands-on experience through a thorough teaching of methods that can lead to a career as a music producer and/or audio engineer. They learn the basics of recording and engineering in a digital multi-track studio with industry standard recording equipment and techniques that include:  microphone selection and placement for instruments and voice; as well as signal routing and operation of analog and digital consoles, hardware processors and software plug-ins. Professional gear by SSL Roland, Yamaha, Focusrite, Avalon, Millenia, Tannoy, Urie, Lexicon, Tascam, Genelec, AKG, Shure, Audio Technica, Alesis, TC Electronics, Digidesign, Sony, and other manufacturers will be used by students during the course.

Practical recording exercises with many instruments including drums, bass, guitars, keys, pianos and vocals, occur throughout the class and culminate in recording sessions with musicians/bands. Two songs will be recorded and mixed providing students with valuable experience. All students participate in the studio sessions and creation of the finished recordings.

Dates: Wednesdays (Start date TBA)
Time: 6:30 - 11:00 PM
Room: 3285, 700 Royal Avenue, Douglas College New Westminster Campus Instructor: Greg Reid
Fee: $1500
For course information, please email: alterindustries@gmail.com

Audio Engineering 4

Hard disc computer-based recording with and without the use of a large format console continues to be investigated through a series of demonstrations by the instructor. The use of high-end mic pre-amplifiers is explored. Students will work on individual projects using PC platform and/or Mac workstations to complete multi-track assignments. Instructor feedback and analysis of each student's work will be provided throughout the course of study. Topics of study will include how to choose and design your own system, compatibility between platforms, transferring and transporting audio files effectively from studio to workstation, overdubbing and tracking, mixing, non-linear editing, automation, mastering and exporting files to CD.

Dates: Thursdays (Start Date TBA)
Time: 6:30 - 11:00 PM
Instructor: Greg Reid
Fee: $1500
Prerequsite: Audio Engineering 123 
For course information, please email: alterindustries@gmail.com

Audio Engineering 5: Digital Audio Workstations

This is an intensive training course and the next step for students seeking Community Music School certification/qualification in audio engineering and music production. The training portion is 72 hours in length, consisting of recording studio and audio workstation time.

Band recording projects in the recording studio occur for the duration of the course. Hands on training with a large format AMR console, patch bay and digital recording systems is inititated in the control room. Students also individually create their own music on mac/logic workstations in our lab.

And, classes include instruction and projects using major software platforms: Sonar, Logic, and Soundforge. Every pupil will have a PC and/or Mac workstation at their disposal each night of the program. And students will be personally assisted and evaluated by their instructor throughout the course.

Instructor: Greg Reid
Fee: $1500
Prerequsite: Audio Engineering 123
For course information, please email: alterindustries@gmail.com

Audio Engineering 6

This module features analog consoles, mutli-track reel to reel recording as well as ITB [in-the-box] mixing. Students will work with a 32 channel vintage AMEK Tac Scorpion console, Roland VS hard disc recording system, and a Sony MCI JH24 track recorder [analog multi-track] in an off-campus project studio.
Drum recording, editing, and analog re-recording techniques will be featured.

OTB [out-of-the box] techniques are investigated through hands-on use of console and recording equipment
During the course, students will learn the operation, set-up, maintenance and the efficient management of a vintage multi-track recorder as well as options for emulating and/or transferring its performance to the digital domain for convenience of mixing. 

Session recordings will be exported for mixing on Sonar and/or Mac workstations at Douglas College. Students will also be able to mix on their home workstations as well. 72 hours of instruction, recording and lab time.

Instructor: Greg Reid
Fee: $1500
Prerequsite: Audio Engineering 123
For course information, please email: alterindustries@gmail.com