THR 163 - Introduction to Sound Design

1 course unit

Covers basic design theory and history, engineering, and technology for theatrical sound scoring and sound reinforcement. Classes include both lecture and hands-on labs in weekly three-hour sessions. Students write short plays that require sound designs, fabricate conceptual designs for short works, create a complete sound plot, engineer a series of audio projects, and work on lab projects and exercises. Students will be able to conceptualize, discuss, and research projects; record and create basic cues; and understand and operate simple sound systems.
Meets general academic requirement AR.