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MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

$1,295 – $1,495

For Credit: $1495

Not For Credit: $1295

This course will provide students with advanced insight into the theoretical, technical, and creative principles of synthesizers, synthesis, and the MIDI protocol.

During this course, students will be introduced to synthesizer and MIDI history, terminology, technology, and the creative practical application of keyboards, hardware, and software.

Virtual Classroom Schedule

This course is delivered in a Virtual Classroom format. During classes, you will be able to interact with your instructor and peers in real-time through online tools and course software. The course has an assigned class schedule, evaluation dates, and assignment due dates. All classes are recorded and posted to your course page to review any content you may have missed. To get the most out of this course we strongly recommend you attend all classes. Please check the posted class schedule before you enroll. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our admissions team at admissions@metalworksinstitute.com.

Check The Schedule

Thu 21

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

January 21 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Thu 28

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

January 28 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 04

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

February 4 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 11

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

February 11 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 25

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

February 25 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 04

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

March 4 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 11

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

March 11 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 18

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

March 18 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Mar 25

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

March 25 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 01

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

April 1 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 08

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

April 8 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 15

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

April 15 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 22

MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T

April 22 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Classes for January 2021

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Calendar of Classes

Please Note: Course schedules are subject to change.

About Course Credit

If you choose to take this course for credit, you will be required to attend the instructor-led virtual classes for the course and record your attendance through our Learning Management System (LMS). To receive credit for the course, you must complete all course evaluations and obtain a minimum final grade of 60%. If you enroll in a course for credit, our Registrar's office will schedule a meeting with you to review the For Credit requirements in advance of the course start date. If you choose the Not for Credit option when you enroll, you will still be registered in the same course and have access to all of the same lectures and materials as the For Credit students, but you will not be able to apply the course as a credit towards one of Metalworks Institute's Online Diploma Programs.

Please Note: Credits can only be applied to online diploma programs within 24 months of course completion.

When taken for credit MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T can be applied towards these associated Diploma Programs:

The Electronic Music Production Major Online Diploma Program is a 16 credit program that requires students to complete the following courses:

The Recording Engineering Online Diploma Program is a 17 credit program that requires students to complete the following courses:

Audio Post-Production AUD2020T
Audio Post-Production Workshop AUD2120P
Business & Contracts BUS1100T
Digital Audio Workshop AUD2150P
Digital Technologies AUD2000T
Employment Strategies BUS1030T
Introduction To The Entertainment Industry BUS1000T
MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T
MIDI & Synthesis Workshop AUD2110P
Music Production AUD2170T
Musical Styles & Genres MUS3100T
Music Theory MUS3070T
Principles of Electricity & Electronics AUD2040T
Principles of Sound & Acoustics AUD2010T
Recording Engineering AUD2180T
Recording Engineering Workshop AUD2180W
Songwriting Analysis MUS3110T

The Professional Sound & Business (Recording Engineering Major) Online Advanced Diploma Program is a 25 credit program that requires students to complete the following courses:

Audio Post-Production Aud2020T
Audio Post-Production Workshop AUD2120P
Business Ethics & Communications BUS1220T
Digital Audio Workshop AUD2150P
Digital Technologies AUD2000T
Employment Strategies BUS1030T
Financial Principles BUS1040T
Intellectual Properties & Contract Law BUS1050T
Introduction To The Entertainment Industry BUS1000T
Marketing, Promotion & Publicity BUS1060T
MIDI & Synthesis AUD2030T
MIDI & Synthesis Workshop AUD2110P
Music & Culture MUS3090T
Music Business BUS1070T
Music For Media MUS3101P
Music Management BUS1080T
Music Production AUD2170T
Music Theory MUS3070T
Practical Business Technologies BUS1090P
Principles Of Electricity & Electronics AUD2040T
Principles Of Sound & Acoustics AUD2010T
Psychoacoustics MUS3140T
Recording Engineering AUD2180T
Recording Engineering Workshop AUD2180W
Songwriting Analysis MUS3110T

Syllabus

All of Metalworks Institute’s courses are organized into Modules. Click each module below to see the topics covered in that module.

Module 1 - The Synthesizer

In this learning module, students will be introduced to the synthesizer from its creation through to is use in contemporary music.

Module 2 - Using Synthesizers

Module 3 - Filters

Module 4 - Types Of Synthesis

Module 5 - MIDI

Module 6 - MIDI Channels

Module 7 - MIDI Messages & Commands

Module 8 - Program Change

Module 9 - Controllers

Module 10 - General MIDI (GM)

Module 11 - Standard MIDI Files

Requirements

Course Specific Requirements

Prerequisites & Corequisites
This course does not have any prerequisites or corequisites; it is an introductory course.

Required Textbooks & Resources
• None

Suggested Textbooks & Resources
• None

Course-Specific Hardware & Software Requirements
• None

General Requirements

Below are the minimum requirements to access and participate in the course environment. Please make sure to also check the Prerequisites, Corequisites and Course-Specific Requirements section above, and ensure your computer meets or exceeds the minimum system requirements for all software needed for your course.

Mac Users
• OS X 10.10
• Yosemite or Higher

PC Users
• Windows 10

All Users
• Latest Version of Google Chrome or Safari
• Microsoft Teams
• Webcam
• Speakers or Headphones
• Internal or External Microphone
• High-Speed Internet Connection

Instructor

Jamie Kidd
Instructor

Toronto musician Jamie Kidd is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and dj with a career encompassing over 15 years of diverse endeavours. An Ableton Live expert, Jamie has been using the software in both live and studio environments since version 1.0. Training from technology innovators Ableton, Apple, and Native Instruments has helped him develop extensive knowledge and a deep understanding of the possibilities these tools can offer musicians and composers.

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Please Note: Instructor(s) is/are subject to change based on availablity.

Questions?

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