MUSIC258A
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MUSIC 258A - Sound and Music Computing with CNMAT Technologies
Course Title
Sound and Music Computing with CNMAT Technologies
Course Description
Explores the intersection of music and computers using a combination of scientific, technological, and artistic methodologies. Musical concerns within a computational frame are addressed through the acquisition of basic programming skills for the creation and control of digital sound. Will learn core concepts and techniques of computer-based music composition using the Cycling74/MaxMSP programming environment in combination with associated software tools and programming approaches created by the Center for New Music and Audio Technologies. Included will be exposure to the essentials of digital audio signal processing, musical acoustics and psychoacoustics, sound analysis and synthesis. The course is hands-on & taught from the computer lab.
Minimum
4
Maximum
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; S/U Option
American Cultures Requirement
No
Reading and Composition Requirement
None of the Reading and Composition Requirement
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if the following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Formats
Lecture
Term
Fall
Duration (in weeks)
15
Minimum Hours
3
Maximum Hours
3
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person, Online
Outside Work Hours Min
9
Maximum Hours
9
Term
Summer
Duration (in weeks)
6
Minimum Hours
7.5
Maximum Hours
7.5
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person, Online
Outside Work Hours Min
22.5
Maximum Hours
22.5