Sound Design Course

Program Overview

This program provides comprehensive training in audio theory, sound design, and music production. Students learn the fundamentals of audio engineering, sound design techniques, and industry-standard software. The program is taught by industry professionals and prepares graduates for careers in audio post-production, electronic music production, and sound design for music and visual media.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Term 1:
• Principles of audio theory and sound propagation
• Fundamentals of music theory and critical listening
• MIDI language and software applications
• Studio recording techniques
• Term 2:
• Foundations of sound design: differential synthesis, digital sampling
• Sound design for DJ and live performance
• Audio post-production techniques for mixing audio, sound effects, music, and dialogue
• Advanced functionalities of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools
• Term 3:
• Advanced techniques for designing custom sounds: differential, additive, spectral, granular synthesis, digital sampling
• Sound design for video games: creating interactive mechanisms

Teaching:

• Program delivered in French or English
• Instructors are industry professionals and stay up-to-date on industry trends
• Training on state-of-the-art recording and editing equipment

Careers:

• Graduates pursue careers as:
• Audio postproduction supervisor
• Electronic music producer
• Foley artist
• Sound designer for music and visual media
• Sound mixer/editor