IN STUDIO RID PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

THE RECORDING INSTITUTE OF DETROIT

IN-STUDIO PROGRAMS 2003 - 2004

ONE COURSE PROGRAMS

PRO AUDIO SPECIALIST

35 CLOCK HOURS

Students receive 10 hours of campus instruction (3 meetings) in the basics of recording that includes one live recording session. Students, in addition, study 57 interactive lessons in basic audio and take a final exam. Up to 25 additional campus contact hours are available to students for study, assistance and lab time.

TUITION: $499.00 BOOKS/MATERIALS: INCLUDED

The graduate obtains essential knowledge and exposure to basic audio theory and studio recording techniques.

RECORDING TECHNIQUES I

42 CLOCK HOURS

Students attend 12 classes in recording (42 hours) with in- depth lectures/demonstrations/equipment practice and 4 live recording/mixing sessions. Students record the final recording project with instructor guidance. Up to 16 additional campus contact hours are available to students for study, assistance and lab time.

TUITION: $999.00 BOOKS/MATERIALS: $90

The graduate basic knowledge and hands-on ability in the studio recording techniques used in recording bands.

ASSOCIATE RECORDING ENGINEER/PRODUCER PROGRAM

(FORMERLY "RECORDING TECHNICIAN PROGRAM")

106 CLOCK HOURS

The Associate Recording Engineer Program provides the graduate with the minimum professional competence in completing the recording of of both live musician and computer-generated music recording projects. The program consists of three courses, for 106 clock hours of campus instruction:

BASIC RECORDING (42 Clock Hours)

This course is described above as Recording Techniques I.

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY (24 Clock Hours)

Over 8 classes, the graduate learns the basics of music theory including rhythm/beat, putting music in written form, musical keys, major & minor scales, plus the basics of musical harmony and chords that are necessary to the programming of drum machines & computer-generated music.

BASIC MUSIC PRODUCTION (40 CLOCK HOURS)

Over 8 classes, the graduate learns the operation of additional recording equipment and is certified as having minimum professional competence at using this equipment for recording projects. The student also obtains basic competence in both the programming and recording of computer-generated music projects. The class includes four recording projects done by students, one of which is a computer-generated music project.

TESTING (8 CLOCK HOURS)

Before completing, the graduate must pass an examination of recording techniques or music business. This includes study to prepare for the testing.

Up to 32 campus contact hours are available (in addition to class time) to students for study, assistance and lab time. Up to 2 additional 8-hour contact hour packages may be purchased at $99 each.

PROGRAM TUITION: $2398.00 BOOKS/MATERIALS: $199.00

Alternate Materials: Alexander Associate Recording Engineer CD: $199.00 or Full Alexander Magazine Training Subscription: $369.00

MUSIC PRODUCER PROGRAM

155 CLOCK HOURS

The Music Producer Program provides the graduate with the training and exposure necessary for the directing or performing the engineering functions of a recording project. This person is also capable of directing the music and performance of a band or artist recording as well as having the knowledge to direct the marketing and distribution of a regional release.

PRO AUDIO SPECIALIST COURSES (35 CLOCK HOURS)

3 campus classes plus the study of 63 interactive lessons gives the student a working overview of the recording process. See above description

INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC THEORY COURSE (24 CLOCK HOURS)

COMPUTER MUSIC TECHNOLOGY COURSE (48 CLOCK HOURS)

Over 12 classes the student learns the use of computer-based programs used in audio production. Included in the class is training on advanced MIDI programs, hard disk recording & editing, mastering techniques, Internet audio encoding, computer based mixing, computer based sample/loop production techniques and synchronization. Recording projects include audio post-production, commercial production and hard disk music production.

PRODUCTION SPECIALIST COURSE (48 CLOCK HOURS)

Over 12 classes the student learns web and hard disk production techniques, production quality screening, artist showcasing on the web, music business planning and test release promotion and marketing. Students complete a music production during the course.

Up to 32 campus contact hours are available (in addition to class & project time) to students for study, assistance and lab time. Up to 2 additional 8-hour contact hour packages may be purchased at $99 each.

PROGRAM COST: $4049 - BOOKS/MATERIALS: $498.00* + sales tax

RECORDING ENGINEER GRADUATES CONTINUING TO THIS PROGRAM PAY $1798 TUITION & $99 MATERIALS ADDITIONAL

ASSOCIATE RECORDING ENGINEER GRADUATES PAY $3096 TUITION & $468 MATERIALS ADDITIONAL*

Materials charges include Alexander Magazine Training Subscription ($369.00)

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RECORDING ENGINEER PROGRAM

258 CLOCK HOURS (152 CLOCK HOURS IN ADDITION TO ASSOCIATE RECORDING ENGINEER PROGRAM)

The Recording Engineer Program provides the graduate with the training and exposure necessary to operate full-service professional recording studios using all of the common recording types of equipment and techniques in this class of studio. Training is included in analog, digital and hard disc recording systems and console automation systems. Included in the program is training using professional equipment such as Pro Tools and the SSL Console. After the campus classes, the students must complete an extensive internship for a total training of 258 clock hours.

ASSOCIATE RECORDING ENGINEER COURSES (106 CLOCK HOURS)

The three classes described under the Associate Recording Engineer Program (described above) are the first three classes taken in this program.

COMPUTER MUSIC TECHNOLOGY (48 CLOCK HOURS)

ADVANCED RECORDING (54 CLOCK HOURS)

Over 12 classes the student learns advanced recording techniques based around large studio / large console / analog multitrack formats. Training is completed on an SSL console. Included in the class is advanced console recording & automated mixing techniques, advanced micing techniques, advanced signal processing, integration of analog recording with both digital recording & MIDI production and synchronized 48 track analog recording. Recording projects include an analog music project, and integrated projects of both analog/digital and analog/MIDI.

ADVANCED RECORDING INTERNSHIP (50 CLOCK HOURS)

Up to 64 campus contact hours are available (in addition to class time) to students for study, assistance and lab time. Up to 2 additional 8-hour contact hour packages may be purchased at $99 each.

PROGRAM TUITION: $4547.00 BOOKS/MATERIALS: $369.00*

ASSOC RECORDING ENGR GRADUATES CONTINUING TO THIS PROGRAM PAY $2449 TUITION/$369* BOOKS ADDITIONAL

Materials charges include Alexander Magazine Training Subscription ($369.00)

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