Course Descriptions
100: Applied Engineering
Applied Engineering provides an introduction to audio engineering concepts and techniques with a unique twist: In and Out of Pro Tools. This is an introductory class focusing on a number of broad engineering topics and familiarizes you with information and processes you will need to start using Pro Tools.
An introduction to audio engineering concepts and techniques with a unique twist: In and Out of Pro Tools. This is an introductory class focusing on a number of broad engineering topics and familiarizes you with information and processes you will need to start using Pro Tools. This class contains all topics of Pro Tools 101 plus important engineering concepts needed to accomplish common audio production goals.
- Recording process and terminology
- Compression; EQ; Effects; Processing
- Channel path recording techniques
- Intro to Microphones and placement
- Source considerations
- Environmental consideration
- Preamps
- Recording Compression & EQ
- Converter technology and its importance in the signal path
- Common signal routing schemes
- Altering sonic characteristics/effects by chaining plug-ins
- Maximizing DSP resources
- Fading and trimming audio for final delivery
- Getting to Know Pro Tools
- Pro Tools System Configurations
- Pro Tools File Structure
- Recording & Managing Audio
- Importing Media into Your Session
- Selecting and Navigating in Pro Tools
- Basic Editing Techniques
- Basic Mixing Techniques
Prerequisites:
Basic computer knowledge including the ability to use a keyboard, mouse and a Apple or Windows based operating system.
101: Pro Tools 101
Pro Tools 101 is a Digidesign Certified course that covers basic principles, giving you what you need to complete a project, from initial set up to final mixdown. Whether your project involves live instruments, MIDI sequencing or audio looping, this course gives you the basic skills to succeed.
Pro Tools 101 takes a comprehensive approach to learning the fundamentals of Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, or Pro Tools M-Powered systems. Learn to build sessions that include multitrack recordings of live instruments, MIDI sequences, software synthesizers and samplers, and audio looping with REX or ACID files. Through hands-on tutorials, develop essential techniques for recording, editing, and mixing. The included DVD-ROM offers tutorial files and videos, plug-in installers, and a variety of Pro Tools sessions. Join the ranks of audio professionals around the world as you unleash the creative power of your Pro Tools system.
- Getting to know Pro Tools
- Creating your a Pro Tools session
- Making an audio and MIDI recording
- Importing media from various sources
- Selecting and navigating
- Basic editing techniques
- Introduction to mixing
- Introduction to loops
- Introduction to plug-ins
- Finishing your work
Prerequisites:
Basic computer knowledge including the ability to use a keyboard, mouse and a Apple or Windows based operating system.
110: Pro Tools 110
Pro Tools 110 is a Digidesign Certified course that covers the key concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools system in a home studio environment. You will learn to record, edit, how to use the essentials of automation and to work with both audio and MIDI. You will gain hands on experience through a series of class exercise project files.
- Pro Tools I/0 Set Up Overview
- Configuring & Routing MIDI
- Pro Tools Hardware Settings
- Using the Pro Tools Workspace Browser
- Batch Importing
- Recording MIDI & Audio
- Loop Recording
- Using Virtual Instruments
- Working in Relative Timescale
- Editing MIDI & Audio
- Region Grouping & Looping
- MIDI Properties
- Using AudioSuite Plug-Ins
- Intro to beat detective
- Using the Plug-In Window
- Using Sends & Returns
- Understanding & Working with Automation
- Using Time Based RTAS Plug-Ins
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 100 or 101 class, having 2 years of audio experience or purchasing the Pro Tools 101 book and passing the Digidesign Pro Tools 101 test.
115: Reason in the Real World
Reason in the Real World is written by MIDI master and EQ’s executive editor Craig Anderton. It covers all of Reason's basics and advanced concepts, MIDI and shows how to make Reason part of a music composition system. Reason has always been recognized as a superb stand-alone application. However, it's also an outstanding team player when rewired into a host program such as Pro Tools or as part of a MIDI-based composition or live performance system.
- MIDI meets Reason. The details behind Reason's MIDI implementation.
- Reason as an instrument. How to use MIDI controller signals and hands-on control devices to add expressiveness.
- The Reason sequencer. Go beyond (note on/note) off by learning how to maximize the use of controllers, velocity, pattern-based sequencing, and the like.
- All about ReWire. Learn the ins and outs of using Reason in context with host programs such as Pro Tools and Sonar, particularly with respect to MIDI and audio integration. Experience (The Power to Create).
- Reason in live performance. It's not just for the stage; taking a live performance approach while recording can lead to more spontaneous music.
- Loops and Reason. If you're into loop-based music, Reason is a great playback and development tool. This course also covers the relationship between MIDI and REX files, and how to use MIDI editing to alter digital audio.
- Reason as a signal processor. The new MClass processors don't just add a professional veneer to Reason projects, but can be used with external audio as well.
Prerequisites:
Taking the 100 course or one year of relevant audio engineering experience as determined by passing the Digidesign Pro Tools 101 test.
120: Mastering Waves Plug-ins (Certification)
Mastering Waves Plug-ins is Waves Certified course that provides a broad understanding of the principles and proper application of signal processing. Students will become familar with relevant vocabulary, background information and understand the uses and benefits of various plug-ins. 5 popular Waves plug-ins are included in the course. After a student has successfully completed the course, they are eligible to take an Exam to obtain "Waves Certification."
- The fundamentals of working with Waves plug-ins
- Understanding and using Renaissance EQ
- Understanding and using Renaissance Compressor
- Understanding and using C1 Parametric Compander
- Understanding and using Renaissance Reverb
- Understanding and using SuperTap 2
- The full multitrack session for demonstration purposes
Prerequisites:
Basic computer skills and some audio recording knowledge, such as a basic understanding of recording techniques, processes, and equipment. iLok key and account required.
Certification:
Waves Certification
201: Pro Tools 201
Pro Tools 201 is a Digidesign Certified course that covers the core concepts and skills you need to operate a Pro Tools system in a professional studio environment. Students will be introduced to professional Pro Tools HD systems as well as control surfaces. Students will go into greater depth into concepts such as automation, editing, mixing and session management. Experience will be gained through a series of class exercise and project files.
- Introducing Pro Tools HD
- Customizing Pro Tools
- Session Management
- Converting Session Files
- DigiBase Browser Overview
- Selection Techniques
- Editing
- Using Strip Silence
- Using Auto Fades
- Automating Plug-Ins
- Writing, Editing, & Suspending Automation
- Mixing Preferences
- Track Signal Flow
- Inserts & Plug-Finishing the Session
- Internal & External Mixdown
- Digital Formats
- Basic Concepts of Digital Audio
- Working with Digidesign Control Surface Book Included
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 110 course or 2 years of relevant audio engineering experience. Access to the 201 exam requires passing all previous exams.
210M: Pro Tools 210
Pro Tools 210M is a Digidesign Certified course that completes the skills needed to competently operate a sophisticated Pro Tools system in a professional environment with a focus on music. Students are exposed to a number of music production techniques including interacting with external MIDI devices, loop editing, sampling in Pro Tools and using sound replacer. This is the final course needed prior to earn the DOCM (Digidesign Operator Certification in Music).
- Interacting with External MIDI Devices
- Using MIDI Beat Clock
- Importing Data from Other Sessions
- Click & Countoff Options When Tracking
- Quick Punch
- Comping Multiple Takes
- Using Virtual Instruments
- Composing in a MIDI Environment
- Professional Editing Techniques
- Loop Editing
- Customizing Fades
- In Depth Beat Detective
- Editing Tempo
- Sampling in Pro Tools
- Customizing with Memory Locations
- Using Sound Replacer
- Arranging
- In Depth Region Grouping & Looping
- Mixing & Automation
- External Layback
- DSP Usage
- Pro Tools Keyboard Shortcuts
- Synchronization Concepts
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 201 course or 3 years of relevant audio engineering experience. Access to the 210M exam requires passing all previous exams.
210P: Pro Tools 210P
Pro Tools 210P completes the skills needed to competently operate a sophisticated Pro Tools system in a professional environment with a focus on Post Production. Students will learn a number of advanced concepts such as synchronization, ADR concepts, mixing to picture and media exchange formats. Upon completion, you are qualified to take an exam to earn your DOCP (Digidesign Operator Certification in Post Production).
- Synchronizing Pro Tools for Audio Post
- Setting Frame Rates & Session Start Time
- Linear Video in Pro Tools
- Spot Mode in Post Production
- Timestamps
- Non-Linear Video in Pro Tools
- Importing QuickTime & Avid Compatible Media
- Using DIGI Translator
- Using Media Station
- Avid Terminology
- Recording & Editing ADR in Pro Tools
- Organizing Your Session
- Editing Multi-Channel Audio in a Stereo Environment
- Mixing to Picture
- Session Signal Flow
- Snapshot Automation
- Mixing & Writing Automation for Post on a Digidesign Control Surface
- Layback & Exporting Options
- Synchronization Concepts
- Pro Tools Keyboard Shortcuts
- DSP Usage
- Advanced Authoring Format & Media Exchange Format
- DigiDelivery
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 201 course or 3 years of relevant audio engineering experience. Access to the 210P exam requires passing all previous exams.
220: Pro Tools 220
Pro Tools 220 is Digidesign's recertification class for students who currently have Version 5, 6 or 7 Music and/or Post Production Certification(s) and would like to update their Certification(s) to Version 8. An official Digidesign Version 8 Certificate will be issued upon successfully taking the class and passing the appropriate exams.
Prerequisites:
Must currently have Version 5, 6 or 7 Music and/or Post Production Certification(s)
230: All About Mixing
An introduction to audio engineering concepts and techniques with a unique twist: In and Out of Pro Tools. This is an introductory class focusing on a number of broad engineering topics and familiarizes you with information and processes you will need to start using Pro Tools. This class contains all topics of Pro Tools 101 plus important engineering concepts needed to accomplish common audio production goals.
- Recording process and terminology
- Compression; EQ; Effects; Processing
- Channel path recording techniques
- Intro to Microphones and placement
- Source considerations
- Environmental consideration
- Preamps
- Recording Compression & EQ
- Converter technology and its importance in the signal path
- Common signal routing schemes
- Altering sonic characteristics/effects by chaining plug-ins
- Maximizing DSP resources
- Fading and trimming audio for final delivery
- Getting to Know Pro Tools
- Pro Tools System Configurations
- Pro Tools File Structure
- Recording & Managing Audio
- Importing Media into Your Session
- Selecting and Navigating in Pro Tools
- Basic Editing Techniques
- Basic Mixing Techniques
Prerequisites:
Basic computer knowledge including the ability to use a keyboard, mouse and a Apple or Windows based operating system.
310M: Pro Tools 310M
Pro Tools 310M is a Digidesign Certified course that focuses on the advanced operation of a Pro Tools TDM systems for music production. This course is replete with audio and MIDI production examples commonly found in real-world scenarios involving music-related Pro Tools sessions. 310M classes are very small typically with no more than 4 students in a class. Students are exposed to highly advanced editing and mixing techniques, advanced control surfances, troubleshooting techniques, automation and various advanced plug-ins. Once you complete 310M, you are qualified to take a hands on and written exam and earn your DECM (Digidesign Expert Certification in Music).
- Configuration and troubleshooting
- Tactile control of Pro Tools
- Increase efficiency on worksurfaces
- Advanced recording and importing audio
- Includes project interchange
- Advanced editing
- Expert music editing techniques
- Synchronization
- Detailed common aspects of synchronization
- Advanced routing and mixing
- Expert mixing concepts
- Advanced automation
- Pro Tools expert automation functionality
- Mixing with plug-ins
- Music delivery
- Expert focus on ICON worksurfaces in music production
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 210M course or 4 years of relevant audio engineering experience
Certification:
DECM (Digidesign Expert Certification in Music).
310P: Pro Tools 310P
Pro Tools 310P focuses on the advanced operation of a Pro Tools TDM systems for post production. This course is replete with post production examples commonly found in real-world scenarios involving music-related Pro Tools sessions. Once you complete 310P, you are qualified to take a hands on and written exam and earn your DECP (Digidesign Expert Certification in Post Production).
- Configuration and workflow troubleshooting
- Network and collaboration workflows
- Using Pro Tools on a network
- Tactile control of Pro Tools
- Increased efficiency on worksurfaces
- Recording Foley with PRE
- Conforming with Pro Tools
- Linear and non-linear conforming
- Expert editing workflows
- Advanced routing and mixing
- Expert mixing concepts
- Advanced automation
- Pro Tools expert automation functionality
- Advanced layoff
- Learn about speed correction
- Expert focus on ICON worksurfaces in music production
Prerequisites:
Completion of the 210P course or 4 years of relevant audio engineering experience
Certification:
DECP (Digidesign Expert Certification in Post Production). |
