Explore part-time, self-paced online courses designed by the industry professionals at Metalworks Institute—Canada’s premiere school for music and entertainment. Whether you’re diving into audio production, recording, music business, or songwriting, earn a recognized certificate and gain real-world skills from the comfort of your own home.
This course introduces you to Pro Tools, the industry-standard digital audio workstation. You’ll learn the essentials of navigating the interface, setting up sessions, recording and importing audio, managing storage, and working with MIDI.
In this module, we’ll dive into the world of Pro Tools, exploring its history, features, and different versions that make it the industry standard for audio recording, editing, and mixing.
In this module, we’ll guide you through the process of setting up and powering up your Pro Tools system, from hardware connections to software configuration. You’ll learn how to optimize performance, navigate the Pro Tools interface, and utilize key tools and functions to enhance your workflow.
In this module, we’ll walk you through the essential steps to create and configure a Pro Tools session, covering key settings like sample rate, bit depth, and session format. You’ll also learn how to effectively manage tracks, set playback points, and save your work to ensure an efficient and organized workflow
In this module, we’ll cover the essential steps for preparing and managing your session’s storage, setting up for recording, and organizing your tracks in Pro Tools. You’ll also learn how to optimize your recording process, monitor levels, and stay organized throughout the session for a smoother and more efficient workflow.
In this module, we’ll guide you through the essential steps for importing and managing audio and video files in Pro Tools. You’ll learn how to ensure compatibility with your session’s settings, organize your media effectively, and even export video with audio for your final mix
In this module, we’ll explore the fundamentals of working with MIDI in Pro Tools. From setting up MIDI tracks and configuring your session to recording, editing, and using virtual instruments, you’ll gain the skills to bring your MIDI compositions to life.
Required Hardware (minimum):
Apple Laptop Computer – MacBook Pro
Specifications (minimum):
Apple M4 chip with most current macOS
16GB of RAM (minimum) 512GB SSD Storage (minimum)
Pro Tools Studio Software
Pro Tools iLok Key or iLok Cloud
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