WAM Corps Basic Audio Skills Certificate - Winter 2009 - Now open for REGISTRATION
Pay per course or save by registering for the entire certificate
($375 Members/$500 Non-Members for all 4 courses)


Introduction to Sound & Recording
Course meets BOTH Wed. Feb. 18th, 7 - 10 PM AND Sat. Feb. 21, 10 AM - 4 PM
$125 Members/$175 Non-Members      REGISTRATION
Location: WAM

This course covers the basic physics of sound, signal flow, gain structure and an introduction to the use of the technology in recording and the production of audio. Taught by Terri Winston.

Microphones
Mon. March. 2nd, 7 - 10 PM
$50 Members/$75 Non-Members     REGISTRATION
Location: WAM

This course describes the different types of microphones used in audio, how they work, what makes them sound different and includes demonstrations and comparisons. Pre- Requisite: Intro to Sound & Recording or Equivalent. Taught by Terri Winston.

Introduction to Digital Audio & Computer Recording
Course meets BOTH Tues. March 3rd, 7 - 10 pm AND Sun. March 8th, 10 am - 4 pm
$125 Members/$175 Non-Members     REGISTRATION
Location: WAM

This course introduces the theory and principles of digital recording, different types of audio interfaces, software and digital audio workstations, digital audio editing and an introduction to Digidesign Pro Tools. Pre-Requisite: Intro to Sound & Recording or Equivalent. Taught by Dana Jae.

Basic Audio Wiring & Soldering
Sat. March 21st 10 am - 4 pm
$100 Members/$150 Non-Members     REGISTRATION
Location: WAM

This course focuses on proper soldering techniques for connections and repairs. Students will build their own microphone cable and also learn about different types of cables, connections and jacks and how they are wired. The types of tools required will also be covered. All the necessary tools and materials are provided and students will leave with a high quality, microphone cable they constructed themselves.  Taught by Terri Winston.

WAM Corps Emphasis Certificates

   1. Recording Engineering & Music Production (Now offering classes!)
   2. Sound for Picture: Location, Production and Post-Production Sound
   3. Live Sound Reinforcement (Now offering classes!)
   4. Online Radio and Podcasting



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