Certificate in Sound Engineering
This course is ideal for beginners, pro audio enthusiasts, as well as musicians who want to learn the basics of the recording and mixing process. Over the duration of three months, students will cover interesting topics such as sound theory, audio signal flow, digital audio workstation (DAW) fundamentals, and get hands-on experience in working with tools like Cubase and the Midas M32 digital mixing console. The program includes microphones and recording techniques, ear training, and song mixing providing foundational knowledge and practical skills needed for high-quality audio production in the home and professional studio environment.
Eligibility for Certificate in Sound Engineering
- 12th passing certificate or (equivalent education certificates)
- Basic vocational proficiency in English and Hindi preferred.
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Course Objectives
This comprehensive 3 month course is focused on building strong foundations in audio recording and mixing workflows. By the end of the course, you will:
- Have a strong foundation in the physics of sound.
- Have learned an industry recognised and popular music production software - Cubase.
- Have a grasp and understanding of consoles and studio workflows using analog and digital audio equipment.
- Learn to evaluate, operate and place microphones for recordings in various mono, stereo and multi miking setups.
- Learn to evaluate the audio spectrum through critical listening exercises.
- Become proficient in the art of multitrack song mixing, employing an industry standard mixing workflow.
Learning Outcomes
- The aim of this course is to help musicians and audio enthusiasts become proficient in the art of recording, with a firm grasp on the operating principles of microphones and miking techniques.
- The course will serve to give students a first hand working experience in an industry wide recognised DAW - Cubase. This digital audio workstation is popular and encompasses all the tools for music independent, and professional music production.
- Consoles are an integral part of audio recording and mixing. These would be covered in good detail to students, which enables them to have a firm grasp on the operating principles of the consoles, signal routing and gain staging for recording and mixing music.
- The various types of microphone design, polar patterns, mono, stereo and multi miking techniques will be covered in good detail and give students a practical understanding of the various scenarios in which these are used.
- Crucial is the importance of trained ears in decision making as an audio engineer. Students are exposed to various skill building exercises to learn and discern any ongoings with narrower bands of the frequency range and thereby create balance across the sound stage.
Booming Career Opportunities.
Upon completion, students will be prepared for various roles, including:
Assistant Studio Engineer
Assistant Recording Engineer
Assistant Mixing Engineer
Vocal Editor
Audio Technician
Podcast Producer
Audio Equipment Sales or Support
Audio Content Creator
Course Curriculum
This module introduces students to the fundamental concepts of sound wave propagation, physics of its and its characteristic properties. Topics include the nature of sound waves, frequency, amplitude, and the human hearing range. Students will also learn about the principles of acoustics, sound propagation, and basic audio signal flow. Understanding these basics is essential for anyone looking to work in audio production.
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