Audio Production and Engineering
Certificate of Performance Music · San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Summary
The Certificate of Performance in Audio Production and Engineering prepares students with a solid foundation in digital recording, mixing and mastering musical projects using state-of-the-art software and plug-ins. Students produce musical projects using Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequencing, as well as music for multimedia projects, film and video.
Award Notes: A Certificate of Performance is a departmental award that does not appear on the student’s transcript. All courses must be completed within the San Diego Community College District. This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.
Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Audio Production and Engineering Program will be able to:
- Conduct an in depth analysis of contemporary music identifying genres from different periods as well as an analysis of music from historical and theoretical perspectives.
- Summarize societal issues associated with the production, dissemination, celebration and consumption of Music.
- Describe the relationship between technology using the technological tools applicable as it relates to music.