Recording Engineering Online Diploma

About This Online DIploma Program

The Recording Engineering Online Diploma Program incorporates the progressive recording and production skill-sets required to succeed in today’s high-tech audio recording environments. From music creation to music production, this Online Diploma Program has been designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the evolving world of recording, including both analog large format recording and digital ‘in the box’ technologies. The vast experience of Metalworks Studios has infused this curriculum with a wealth of knowledge derived from over 40 years of real-world success, resulting in a program designed to optimize future career opportunities.

Graduates of Metalworks Institute's Recording Engineering Diploma Program are eligible to apply to Metalworks Institute's Post-Graduate Music Mixing & Mastering Program.

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Course List

Audio Post-Production AUD2020T

This course provides students with an introduction to the theoretical and creative principles used in sound for motion picture, television, and other visual entertainment media. During this course, students will gain insight to the history of motion picture sound, terminology, technology, and post-production concepts. This course also introduces students to the techniques and practices of the sound designer, sound editor, dialogue editor, sound effects editor, music editor, and re-recording mixer in the film and television industries.

Audio Post-Production Workshop AUD2120P

This course provides students with an understanding of the practical applications and creative principles used in sound for motion picture and television. During the course, students are introduced to various post-production principles and techniques in a practical environment. Students explore and develop the recording and editing techniques used for sound design, dialogue, sound effects, Foley and music for film, television, games and mobile applications.

Business & Contracts BUS1100T

This course introduces students to topics related to entertainment law, with emphasis on entertainment contracts and intellectual property protection. Students explore the impact of the digital revolution and its impact on the entertainment industry as well as strategies for protecting and exploiting rights within the digital domain. Students are also introduced to entertainment agreements and evolving trends and the impact of entertainment law on specific entertainment industry sectors.

Digital Audio Workshop AUD2150P

This course provides students with the comprehensive practical skills needed to work with digital audio recording technologies and is designed to cover the practical application of the theoretical principles learned in the Digital Technologies course. During this course, students will develop advanced practical skills using software based digital technologies as well as the principles and techniques of advanced recording and editing of music on a DAW through a comprehensive study of Pro Tools.

Digital Technologies AUD2000T

Employment Strategies BUS1030T

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to properly represent themselves as working professionals in the entertainment industry. During this course, students are introduced to resume writing, communication skills, business ethics, and goal recognition, as well as practical information and practical exercises that will enhance career development plans and improve job-search skills. Students will also examine the various jobs and career paths within the entertainment industry.

Introduction to the Entertainment Industry BUS1000T

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

MIDI & Synthesis Workshop AUD2110P

Music Production AUD2170T

Musical Styles & Genres MUS3100T

Music Theory MUS3070T

This course provides students with a broad and thorough insight into the basic and advanced rudiments of music theory and composition. During this course, students are introduced to notation, structure, terms and symbols, chord structures, and scales in a practical sense, to compose and arrange music. Students will also be introduced to the core concepts of harmony and arranging, and apply them to practical exercises.

Principles of Electricity & Electronics AUD2040T

This course provides students with comprehensive insight into the principles of electricity and electronics. During this course, students are introduced to a variety of concepts and terms, including electric charges, electromagnetic fields, electric current, electric circuits, electric fields, and electric potential, as well as the use of electricity as it pertains to show systems in live entertainment. Students will also examine analog and digital electronics and become familiarized with the concepts behind fundamental circuits found in nearly all electronic instruments, including the behavior of passive Ohmic elements, resistors, capacitors, inductors, in circuits (voltage dividers and filters) and passive non-Ohmic components like diodes and transistors in circuits.

Principles of Sound & Acoustics AUD2010T

Recording Engineering AUD2180T

This course provides students with thorough insight into the theoretical, technical, creative, and artistic principles of sound and recording. During this course, students are introduced to applied acoustic principles, microphones, signal flow, recording studio equipment, console operation, session protocols, and communication skills. Students are also introduced to microphone placement, signal paths, and studio environments, including live and broadcast. Students will gain knowledge of practical physics and become technically capable and encouraged to begin acting and thinking as professional recording engineers.

Recording Engineering Workshop AUD2180W

This online course will provide students with thorough practical application of the theoretical, technical, creative, and artistic principles of sound and recording through instructor-led studio demonstrations. During this course students will be introduced to applied acoustic principles, microphones, signal flow, recording studio equipment, console operation, session protocols and communications skills. Students will also be introduced to microphone placement, recording techniques, signal processing, and studio environments as they pertain to professional recording sessions, and learn to incorporate these concepts into current ‘in-the-box’ DAW recording protocols using AVID Pro Tools software.

Songwriting Analysis MUS3110T

This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction into the techniques used by successful songwriters to craft memorable songs. During this course, students analyze contemporary songs through a study of lyrics, melody, chord progressions, rhythm, form, arrangement, and production styles, in order to begin to understand the principles and techniques used to create commercially successful and marketable music.

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Instruction

Synchronous

Metalworks Institute Online’s Diploma Programs are designed for “synchronous delivery”, which means that you will have an assigned class schedule and due-dates. Through online learning tools and course software, you will interact with your instructor and peers in a virtual classroom environment.

Qualifications

All instructors have been chosen for their industry experience, knowledge, accomplishments, and passion for teaching, and have been qualified by the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour.

Methods

Our Online Diploma Programs are designed by education experts for the highest levels of interactivity and engagement between instructors and students. You will regularly communicate with your instructor online, while developing invaluable professional communication skills.

Mediums

All online coursework can be completed remotely. You don’t need to live in the Greater Toronto Area or commute to class. No matter where you choose to be, your interactive educational experience will be convenient and accessible.

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