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Music For Media MUS3101P

$2,595 – $2,995

For Credit: $2995

Not For Credit: $2595

This course will provide audio production and engineering focused students with a broad introduction to the role of music in film and television through the study of terminology, aesthetics, process, equipment, and the technical aspects used in film scoring including, sessions setups, composition and editing techniques, and mixing considerations as well as the roles of the music editor, the composer, the recording engineer on the scoring stage, the mix engineer and the re-recording engineer.

During this course, students will explore various composers and scores through ‘case studies’ and analysis and begin to apply these concepts through various practical assignments. Students are expected to have knowledge of recording engineering techniques and technologies, MIDI, and a thorough understanding of Pro Tools.

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

Wed 20

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January 20 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Wed 27

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January 27 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 03

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February 3 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 10

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February 10 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Feb 24

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February 24 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 03

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March 3 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 10

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March 10 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST

Mar 17

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March 17 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Mar 24

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March 24 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Mar 31

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March 31 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 07

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April 7 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 14

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April 14 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Apr 21

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April 21 @ 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 Music For Media MUS3101P 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 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 - Film Music

In this learning module, students will be introduced to the various types of music in film and television, including scores, source music, and soundtracks.

Module 2 - The Function Of Music In Motion Picture

Module 3 - Musical Characteristics

Module 4 - The Filmmakers

Module 5 - Creating The Music

Module 6 - Temp Tracks & Cue Sheets

Module 7 - The Scoring Stage

Module 8 - Film & Television Genres

Module 9 - Film Composition Concepts & Instruments

Module 10 - Spotting The Film

Module 11 - Developing The Concept For The Score

Module 12 - Musical Considerations For Film

Module 13 - Electronic & Contemporary Scoring

Requirements

Course Specific Requirements

Prerequisites & Corequisites
This course has two prerequisites. In order to take this course, you must have already successfully completed Audio Post-Production AUD2020T and either Digital Production Techniques Workshop AUD2270P or Digital Audio Workshop AUD2150P.

Required Textbooks & Resources
• None

Suggested Textbooks & Resources
• None

Course-Specific Hardware & Software Requirements

Required Software
• Pro Tools 2020 Software Subscription
• Pro Tools iLok Key or iLok Cloud

Required Hardware
• Apple Laptop Computer

Minimum Requirements:
• Intel® Mac with macOS 10.15 (Catalina)
• 1.4GHz quad core Intel® Core i5 processor
• 8 GB of RAM (minimum)
• 256GB SSD Storage
• Thunderbolt 3 to USB Adapter

• Professional Quality Headphones

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

Pier Di Biase
Instructor

Pier Di Biase is a highly educated and talented musician, composer, audio engineer, and educator with over a decade of experience working in higher education. Some of Pier's credits include two AA Jazz albums along with production credits for Global News, the Life Network, and WTN.

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

Questions?

Our Admissions Counsellors are here to answer your questions and offer advice. Contact them directly via text or email. During business hours (9am – 5pm EDT), they are available using the live chat at the bottom right corner of the website.