Program Overview

NNC.0V: Sound Design

About this Program

Aspiring sound designer? Learn how to create the perfect sounds for video games, television, films and much more with the NNC.0V: Sound Design program at Trebas Institute Quebec Inc. Our instructors are constantly working to update the program to keep you at the cutting edge of the industry. Additionally, our team are trained in state-of-the-art recording and editing equipment to help you thrive in any aspect of today’s modern recording industry. As a result, you’ll be ready to take on roles including a sound mixer, Foley artist and much more.

Program Details

• Location: Montreal
• Intakes: January, May and September
• Duration: 12 Months (45 Weeks) Number of weeks does not include breaks and holidays.
• Delivery: Full-time – Campus
• Language: French and English
• Class Time: Daytime
• Credential: Diploma
• Tuition Fees: For our competitive tuition amount after scholarship, please visit our "Scholarships & Grants" page.

Key Facts

• Program in French - January /May/ September
• Program in English - January / May / September
• ACS (Attestation of College Studies)

Program Overview

Term 1

• Audio Processing and Signal Path – 45 hours
• MIDI Studio – 45 hours
• Music Theory and Culture – 45 hours
• Studio Recording Techniques – 45 hours

Term 2

• Audio Post-Production – 60 hours
• Digital Studio – 45 hours
• Sampling and Synthesis – 45 hours
• Digital Music Production and Beatmaking – 45 hours

Term 3

• Audio Integration for Video Games – 45 hours
• Sound Design for DJs – 45 hours
• Advanced Sound Creation Techniques – 45 hours
• Audio Industry – 45 hours

Skills and Competencies

• Sound design for visual media (film, TV, video games, etc.)
• Foley (the reproduction of everyday sounds) for visual media
• Sound recording and mixing
• Operating industry-standard digital audio software programs
• Audio post-production for film and video
• Assessing the acoustics of a room or studio space
• Music production (music theory, composition, electronic production tools, etc.)
• Sound for DJ applications (creating loops, sound effects, etc.)
• Ear training
• Effectively navigating the audio industry
• Career development activities

Career Outlook

• Audio post-production supervisor
• Electronic music producer
• Foley artist
• Sound designer for music
• Sound designer for visual media (film, TV, video games, etc.)
• Sound mixer/editor