|Undergraduate Course Details| |Title||Introduction to Computers
and Music| This course will introduce students to a variety of
computer-based technologies designed for use in personal and
professional recording studios, music performances and music
education. Students will explore how computers enhance music
production and will develop the skills required to choose
hardware and software solutions to meet specific technological
needs. Students will also gain an understanding of basic
computing concepts, e.g. input/output, file formats, memory, and
data storage, and their implementation within the field of music
technology. Lecture and projects will focus on Digital Audio
Workstations (DAW), Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI),
Desktop Publishing, CD (Graphic) Design and production of music
for multimedia and web applications. Three lecture hours per
week. Satisfies an elective in the Music Minor. Additional lab
hours required.