Summer Springboard
Audio Production
ACADEMIC COURSE
ENGAGE WITH MUSIC, MEDIA, AND ENGINEERING THROUGH PRACTICAL PRODUCTION AND AUDIO TECHNOLOGY.
Course Highlights
- Master the fundamentals of audio technology and digital signal processing to solve complex creative problems.
- Explore audio engineering’s wide reach across industries like music, film, gaming, and broadcasting.
- Understand the science of sound and learn how audio is captured, manipulated, and mixed using core engineering principles.
- Collaborate on a hands-on project that results in a polished, portfolio-ready audio production.
- Apply theory in real-world settings through immersive lab work and practical production experience.
- Uncover diverse career paths and the critical role audio engineers play in the future of media and technology.
Summer Springboard
Audio Production
Course Overview
This intensive two-week program is built for students passionate about the fusion of music, creativity, and engineering. Rather than just teaching software, we dive deep into the core scientific concepts, like Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and acoustics, that power every aspect of professional audio. You’ll gain a technical understanding of the entire audio signal chain, from how microphones convert sound waves into electrical signals to the final stages of mastering and output.
The program offers a hands-on, immersive exploration of modern production techniques. By the end, you’ll walk away with a refined, portfolio-ready audio project and a clear view of the educational and career opportunities that connect music, media, and engineering
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Outcome #1
Apply core principles of acoustics and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to analyze, manipulate, and mix audio using professional tools and techniques.
Outcome #2
Demonstrate technical proficiency across the full audio signal chain, from microphone setup and signal capture to editing, mixing, and final mastering.
Outcome #3
Produce a polished, portfolio-ready audio project that showcases both creative vision and engineering skill, suitable for academic or professional presentation.
Outcome #4
Identify and evaluate diverse career pathways in audio engineering, including roles in studio production, live sound, acoustic design, and audio software development.
