Audio Production

Through knowledge of audio production, students learn to appreciate music not just through the people who perform and deliver it, but also the people who are supporting, promoting and enhancing the quality of the music.

APS001 Recording Engineer
Students will be introduced to the role of the recording engineer and music producer in professional CD and album recording. They will learn the basics of sound engineering, operation of mixing boards, equalisation, compression and effects and understand the process of recording a professional CD. They will also have the opportunity to tour a professional recording studio.
APS002 Live Sound Engineer
Students will learn the basics of sound and sound engineering, how to operate a mixing board, equalisation and volume, effects and compressions, understanding microphones, cable connections and how to successfully support their schools’ events as soundmen. ‘Live’ sound mixing exercises and projects will be given as practical exercises.
APS003 School Radio Presenter
Students will learn the basics of radio programming, radio scripting and producing, how to use a mixing board and digital software, digital podcasts and analog broadcast and how to produce their schools’ very own radio programmes.