AES Education Directory - Western Region, USA/Canada

Type 4 Courses - Bachelors degree course (e.g. BS, BSc, BA, BMus)

Art Institute of CA San Diego

7650 Mission Valley Rd.
San Diego, CA 92024, United States
Tel: 858 598 1277
Internet: http://www.artinstitutes.edu/san-diego/

Audio Production

Last Updated: 2013-3-20

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Science in Audio Production
Facilities: WSDG studio, Computer labs, Lecture rooms
Exact Duration: 11 quarters
Validating Body: WASC
Contact Person: Joe Godfrey

Art Institute of Seattle

2323 Elliott Ave
Seattle, WA 98121, United States
Tel: 206-448-0900
Fax: 206-269-0274
Internet: http://www.artinstitutes.edu/seattle/media-arts/audio-design-technology-bs-227212.aspx

Audio Production

Last Updated: 2011-3-20

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Science
Facilities: Recording Studios, Computer Labs, DAWS, ProTools, SSL4000G+, ICON
Exact Duration: 3 Years
Emphasis: Studio Recording, Live Sound, Sound for Film, Gaming Audio
Internship/Work Placement: 1 quarter
Validating Body: Northwest Association of Schools and of Colleges and Universities
Contact Person: Steve Barsotti: Academic Director

California Institute of the Arts

24700 McBean Parkway
Valencia, CA 91355, United States
Tel: 661-255-1050
Fax: 661-255-0938
Internet: http://calarts.edu

Multi-Focus Music Technologies Program

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Fine Arts
Facilities: 5 main studios for computer music, studio and live recording; plus facilities for sound reinforcement, web design, programming, and in-depth musical studies.
Exact Duration: 4 years
Emphasis: A combination of technical & musical studies including computer music, programming, electronics, sound design, sound for film/video/theatre, music composition/theory/eartraining/history, live electronic performance, creative recording and related topics.
Fee: See website
Validating Body: NASM, WASC
Contact Person: Cooper Baker

California Lutheran University

60 West Olsen Rd #4000
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360, United States
Tel: 805-493-3309
Internet: http://www.clunet.edu/digitalmusic

B.A. in music with an emphasis in music technology

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Arts
Facilities: Studio with Pro Tools HD Accel; Digital Music Lab
Exact Duration: 4 years
Validating Body: Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Contact Person: Dr. Mark Spraggins

California State University Dominguez Hills

1100 E. Victoria St.
Carson, CA 90747, United States
Tel: (310) 243-3543
Internet: http://www.csudh.edu

Audio and Multimedia Production

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: BA
Facilities: 24-track analog and digital recording studios with fully equipped MIDI studios
Exact Duration: 1 semester
Emphasis: Production techniques for audio and multimedia
Fee: Inquire
Internship/Work Placement: None
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Mark Waldrep

Audio Recording I and II

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: BA
Facilities: 24-track analog and digital recording studios with fully equipped MIDI studios
Exact Duration: 2 semesters
Emphasis: Introduction to audio fundamentals, analog recording/digital workstation, and advanced technology
Fee: Inquire
Internship/Work Placement: None
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Mark Waldrep

Digital Media Arts

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.A. in Digital Media Arts with an option in
Facilities: 24-track analog and digital recording studios with fully equipped MIDI studios
Exact Duration: 2 semesters
Emphasis: N/A
Fee: N/A
Internship/Work Placement: N/A
Validating Body: WASC
Contact Person: Mark Waldrep

California State University, Chico

Department of Music / AES
Chico, CA 95929-0805, United States
Tel: +1 530 591 5645
Internet: http://www.csuchico.edu/aes

Recording Arts

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.A. in Music with option in Recording Arts
Facilities: 24-track recording studio interconnected to a digital 24-track electronic music studio, digital and video editing facilities
Exact Duration: Four years
Emphasis: Integration of the art of music with the technology of recording
Fee: ~$2,000/semester
Internship/Work Placement: None
Validating Body: None
Contact Person: Keith Seppanen

Cogswell College

1175 Bordeaux Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089, United States
Tel: 800-264-7995
Fax: 408-747-0764
Internet: http://www.cogswell.edu

Bachelor of Science in Digital Audio Technology

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Science
Facilities: Three analog and Pro Tools studio's, two Mac MIDI labs, four PC labs, two Final Cut labs and one video game development lab
Exact Duration: 4 years
Validating Body: WASC
Contact Person: Dr. Tim Duncan

Ex'pression College for Digital Arts

6601 Shellmound Street
Emeryville, CA 94608, United States
Tel: 877-833-8800
Fax: 510-658-3414
Internet: http://www.expression.edu

Bachelor Degree in Sound Arts

Last Updated: 2011-2-26

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Applied Science
Facilities: 110,000 square feet of professional grade studios and equipment
Exact Duration: 2.5 years
Emphasis: Analog and digital recording, sound for film and games, and live sound.
Validating Body: ACCSC
Contact Person: Maresa Danielsen

Loyola Marymount University

1 LMU Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States
Tel: 310-338-3033
Internet: http://sftv.lmu.edu/programs/reca.htm

Recording Arts

Last Updated: 2011-9-22

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Arts
Facilities: Music Studio, ADR / Foley Studio, Dubbing Studio, Pro-Tools Editing / Mixing Rooms, Production Sound Department, Studio / Equipment Repair Shop
Exact Duration: 4 year
Fee: http://financialaid.lmu.edu/General_Information/Undergraduate_Cost_of_Attendance.htm
Internship/Work Placement: 1 semester
Validating Body: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Contact Person: Linda Gedemer

Montana State University

P.O. Box 173420
Bozeman, MT 59717-3420, United States
Tel: 406-994-3562
Internet: http://www.montana.edu/musictech

Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor of Arts
Facilities: MONSTER Studios (MONtana STudio for Electronics and Rhythm), Music Computer Lab, Reynolds Recital Hall/Recording Booth, shared College facilities include Black Box Theater, Non-Linear Editing Lab, and Creative Research Lab
Exact Duration: 4 years
Emphasis: Integration of music composition and audio engineering technology, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration with visual media
Fee: See http://www.montana.edu/opa/facts/tuition.html
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Kristi McGarity

Sonoma State University

1801 East Cotati Ave
Rohnert Park, CA 94928, United States
Tel: 707-664-2324
Internet: http://www.sonoma.edu/depts/performingarts/music/musicmajor/recordingarts.htm

Recording Arts Minor

Last Updated: 2013-1-16

Qualification Awarded on Completion: Bachelor Of Arts in Music or Communication Studies with a minor concentration in recording arts
Facilities: 2 Digital recording studios
Exact Duration: 5 semesters of coursework in recording
Emphasis: Recording 1-4, Studio Musicianship, Music Business, Midi, internship
Fee: $2400/year avg.
Internship/Work Placement: N/A
Validating Body: Western Assn. of Schools and Colleges, National Association of Schools of Music, COPLAC
Contact Person: Warren Dennis Kahn

University of Colorado at Denver

Campus Box 162, PO Box 173364
Denver, CO 80217-3364, United States
Tel: +1 303, 556-2279
Fax: +1 303, 556-6612
Internet: http://www.cudenver.edu/musictech/

Bachelor of Science in Music/Music Industry Studies

Last Updated: 2010-8-5

Qualification Awarded on Completion: BSM/Music Industry Studies
Facilities: Two 24-track analog, three 24-track digital studios, Concert Hall, Recital Hall, Theater and Electronic Music control rooms. MIDI labs for basic and advanced application with MAC and Windows stations. Holdings include Otari (analog) Radar II (digital),
Exact Duration: Four Years
Emphasis: Music History/Theory for music minors, Music Business and Technlogy
Fee: Residents: $9000/year, Non-residents $19000/year (estimate).
Internship/Work Placement: Internships
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Leslie Gaston

Bachelor of Science in Music/Recording Arts

Last Updated: 2010-8-5

Qualification Awarded on Completion: BSM/Recording Arts
Facilities: Two 24-track analog and three 24-track digital studios, Concert Hall, Recital Hall, Theater and Electronic Music control rooms. MIDI labs for basic and advanced application with MAC and Windows stations. Holdings include Otari, Neve, ProTools, Radar II
Exact Duration: Four Years
Emphasis: Music Major with Recording Arts Emphasis
Fee: Residents; $9000/year, Non-residents $19000/year (estimate)
Internship/Work Placement: Internships in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Nashville, Chicago and other major industry centers.
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Leslie Gaston

University of Colorado Denver

1150 10th Street, Campus Box 162
Denver, CO 80217, United States
Tel: 303-556-2279
Fax: 303-556-2335
Internet: http://ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CAM/programs/meis/Pages/recordingarts.aspx

B.S. Music - Emphasis in Recording Arts

Last Updated: 2010-9-13

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.S. Music
Facilities: Pro Tools, Neve Portico console, 5 control rooms/studios and computer labs
Exact Duration: 4 years
Internship/Work Placement: Career Center placement
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Prof. David J. Bondelevitch

University of Lethbridge

4401 University Drive
Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4, Canada
Tel: 403 317 5066
Fax: 403 382 7127
Internet: http://www.digitalaudioarts.ca

Digital Audio Arts

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B. Mus. (Digital Audio Arts)
Facilities: 30 Workstation M-Lab; surround sound ProTools Control 24 Audio Research Lab; Studio One-SSL Duality, Surround Sound with professional DSP processing, microphones, preamps, and mastering equipment.
Exact Duration: 4 Years
Emphasis: Inro and Advanced Audio Production, Live Audio Capture, Film/Video Composition, Engineering, Electro-Acoustic Composition, Data Structures and Algorithms, Electronic Ensemble, History and Theory to mention a few.
Fee: app. 5,000 per year (Scholarships Availabe)
Internship/Work Placement: Visit: digitalaudioarts.ca
Validating Body: University Degree
Contact Person: Chris Morris

University of Oregon

1225 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1225, United States
Tel: (541) 346-3761
Fax: (541) 346-0723
Internet: http://music.uoregon.edu

Music, Technology Option

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.Sc.

University of Southern California

School of Music, MUS 416
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0851, United States
Tel: +1 213 740 3224
Fax: +1 213 740 3217

Music Industry

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.S.
Facilities: SSL, Studer, Mitsubishi recording studio; complete electronic music studio with 24-track recording
Exact Duration: 4 years
Emphasis: All aspects of the music business
Fee: $585/unit
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Richard McIlvery

Music Recording

Last Updated: Before 2011

Qualification Awarded on Completion: B.S. , B.Mus.
Facilities: SSL, Studer, Mitsubishi recording studio; complete electronic music studio with 24-track recording
Exact Duration: 4 years
Emphasis: Music performance, theory, and technology
Fee: $585/unit
Validating Body: NASM
Contact Person: Richard McIlvery

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