ADMI Diploma in Sound Engineering Course | ADMI Diploma in Sound Engineering Course | ADMI Diploma in Sound Engineering Course
Mode of study: Full time – 4 semesters
Intakes: January, May, September
Campus: Caxton House, CBD Nairobi
Fees: Ksh 125,500 (EA) & Ksh 150,500 (International) per Semester
Overview
In the US, 15,210 Sound Engineering technicians were employed in May 2016. The number is also projected to increase by 7% in 2024.Our Sound Engineering course provides training in all areas of sound production, including live sound; music production and recording; sound mixing and mastering; digital audio editing; signal processing; field recording and sound design; and live concert recording.
The Sound Engineering course also covers audio for the film, video, animation and gaming industries and incorporates real-life gigs. As a student you will develop your skills in state-of-the-art studios, providing you with the technical skills and experience you need to pursue careers as a studio engineer, live performer, tour manager or audio technician.
COURSE DURATION: The course will course will run for 2 academic years (4 semesters).
CREDITS: 24 contact hours per unit and an average of 7 units per semester.
Course In Depth
Units
Semester 1
Career Launchpad 1
Basics of Audio Production
Introduction to Live Sound
Critical Music Listening
Digital Audio Environment
Introduction to Acoustics Microphone Techniques
Semester 2
Career Launchpad 2
Critical Listening II
Digital Audio Editing
Live Sound Setup
Audio Processing
Mixing Techniques Music Appreciation
Semester 3
Career Launchpad 3
Audio Post Production for Film and TV
Mastering Sound
Live Concert Sound
Critical Music Listening III Composing for Music for Film and TV
Semester 4
Projects & Portfolio Review
Composing Music for Media
Music Project
Live Sound Senior Practicum (Projects)
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Sound Engineering course, you will be able to:
Analyze sound and lighting equipment requirements for live sound events, prep and connect all required equipment and use the equipment successfully in running the event from a technical perspective
Intelligently speak the language of music when interacting with musicians in live sound and recording environments
Demonstrate proficiency in Digital Audio Workstation applications, including editing and signal processing
Demonstrate safe working practices in lighting and various sound production environments.
Use entrepreneurial and personal finance skills to help establish recording studios, live sound companies and run these operations successfully
Facilities
ADMI prides itself in having modern, state of the art equipment that meet global standards. As a sound engineering student you will have the opportunity to use the following equipment:
Acoustically treated sound studio
Various types of audio mixers
Various types of microphones
Amplifiers
Equalizers
Compressors
Three computer labs with Macs and PCs
ADMI has also invested in industry standard software including:
Logic
Pro tools
Ableton live
Reason
Employability
As a sound engineer in a recording studio, you would make high quality recording of music, speech and sound effects. If you enjoy working with electronics and are interested in music and sound, this could be the ideal job for you. In this job, you would need to have a good sense of hearing. You would also need to understand musical pitch, timing, and rhythm. With experience, you might also act as Studio Manager. You may also be known as an audio engineer or recording engineer.
Other jobs that you could take up with the qualification may include:
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