B.S. in Music Engineering Technology

Introduction

The mission of the Music Engineering Technology program is to:

1. Provide the highest quality education in the field of music engineering.
2. Promote advancements in the fidelity and creativity of music recording, production and reproduction.
3. Promote advancements in the invention, design and implementation of audio hardware and software.

The goals of the Music Engineering Technology program are to:

1. Further enhance the program's national and international stature.
2. Obtain teaching infrastructure and resources needed to provide contemporary education in the field of music engineering technology.
3. Ensure that curricular offerings are current and able to educate students in new and future theory and practice.
4. To help graduates find professional career positions.

Educational Objectives

• Understanding the theoretical basis of sound recording, processing and reproduction.
• Understanding the practice techniques used in sound recording, processing and reproduction.
• Designing and implementing original audio hardware and/or software.
• Understanding the principles of computer science (Bachelor of Music) or electrical engineering (Bachelor of Science).

The Music Engineering Technology curriculum is designed for musicians interested in pursuing a career in music recording, audio hardware and software design, and related professions in the audio, audio-video, multimedia, and internet industries. The program is interdisciplinary in nature; it includes courses in music, music engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics. This program includes a minor in Electrical Engineering or a double major in Computer Science. Freshman students are expected to enroll in calculus, which carries a prerequisite of Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry. Prospective students are expected to have a strong background in music performance and in mathematics.

Curriculum Requirements with Computer Engineering Minor

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 EMC core courses require a grade of “C” or higher. Lessons require a grade of "B- or higher.

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 MMI 460 Recital Recording and Sound Reinforcement must be taken  a minimum of 3 times to satisfy the Advanced MUE elective requirement.

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 Must complete calculus by end of sophomore year.

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A minimum 2.7 GPA is required to remain in the Music Engineering Technology program.

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A minimum 2.0 GPA is required in all Engineering courses taken.

Curriculum Requirements with Electrical Engineering Minor

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EMC core courses require a grade of “C” or higher.  Lessons require a grade of "B-" or higher.

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 MMI 460 Recital Recording and Sound Reinforcement must be taken a minimum of 3 times to satisfy the Advanced MUE elective requirement.

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 Must complete calculus by end of sophomore year.

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A minimum 2.7 GPA is required to remain in the Music Engineering Technology program.

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A minimum 2.0 GPA is required in all Engineering courses taken.

Advanced Writing and Communication Skills

Courses

All students are required to successfully complete 3 Advanced Writing and Communication Skills (AWC) courses. Student degree requirements will include courses that meet the desired communication outcomes in evaluated and revised writing, speaking, stage presence, and audience engagement.

All music students will successfully complete:

1. MCY 141 Musical Trends and Traditions, which will include substantial evaluated and revised writing components.
   MMI 410 Music Engineering Capstone Project,  which will include evaluated communication skills in attracting an audience, engaging an audience during performance, and preparing program notes or similar media as appropriate to the medium/venue.
   MMI 401 Audio Electronics, which will include discipline specific communication skills.

Assessment

There will be at least 2 specific assessments in each Advanced Communications Skills course for communications or writing equivalent to 4000 words, evaluated and revised.

Plan of Study with Computer Engineering Minor

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MMI 460 Recital Recording and Sound Reinforcement can be taken 3 times for a total of 3 credits.

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 Must complete calculus by end of sophomore year.

Plan of Study with Electrical Engineering Minor

Mission

The mission of the Music Engineering Technology program is to:

• Provide the highest quality education in the field of music engineering.
• Promote advancements in the fidelity and creativity of music recording, production and reproduction.
• Promote advancements in the invention, design and implementation of audio hardware and software.

Goals

• Understanding the theoretical basis of sound recording, processing and reproduction.
• Understanding the practice techniques used in sound recording, processing and reproduction.
• Designing and implementing original audio hardware and/or software.
• Understanding the principles of computer science (Bachelor of Music) or electrical engineering (Bachelor of Science).

Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will use problem solving skills to find a solution to a music engineering problem.
• Students will demonstrate theoretical understanding and practical techniques utilized in sound recording, processing and reproduction.
• Students will demonstrate understanding of electrical and computer engineering concepts and applications.