MI's Audio Engineering programs prepare graduates for careers in the professional recording industry by providing in-depth training in the essential techniques of recording as well as hands-on experience in state-of-the-art studios. MI’s unique all-music environment in the heart of Hollywood surrounds you with musicians of every style, offering unparalleled creative recording opportunities. Whether your goal is to be a pro audio engineer, master the recording process as an artist or producer, or learn the art of film and television post-production audio, MI provides the knowledge and experience to make it a reality.
All programs feature: World-Class Studio FacilitiesTrack, overdub and mix in first-rate studios featuring industry-standard equipment including Neve, SSL, DigiDesign, Neumann and more
Day & Night Schedules, 24-hour Lab AccessA choice of schedules and quarterly starts provide working students with maximum flexibility. Practice, study, experiment, and record your musical projects at any time of the day or night using the latest Digidesign software and plug-ins.
Recording Studio InternshipsGain practical professional experience as an engineering assistant in top recording studios
All-Music EnvironmentAt MI, you learn recording n the heart of a creative music environment – you learn how to get the most out of musicians, not just technology.
Hands-on ClassesSmall (12 students maximum) core and elective classes let you apply your knowledge immediately to the recording process. Courses include:
Pro Tools 1 (Digidesign-approved for Pro Tools 101 and 110 certification)Pro Tools 2 (Digidesign-approved for Pro Tools 201 and 210M certification)Intro to Logic 8 (Apple-approved for Logic certification)Console Operation: SSLConsole Operation: NeveAcousticsElectronicsTrack ProgrammingPractical RecordingPre-ProductionAnalog Signal ProcessingDigital Signal ProcessingLive SoundStudio DesignMixing & MasteringMusic ProductionMusic Studio EtiquetteRecording InternshipElectronics InternshipLocation Sound Recording and Mixing Post-Production EssentialsMusic Editing Background and Sound Effects Editing Foley Recording and EditingADR and Dialogue Editing Mixing and Conforming
Bachelor of Music in Performance, Minor in Audio Production: 13 quarters, 192 credit units Combines the major in Performance for Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards or Voice with 30 units of study in audio production, including software-based recording, large analog consoles, tracking, mixing, mastering and more. Total program length is 193-201 units depending on instrument; see the Certificate tab below for information on Minor Area curriculum.
Associate of Arts - Combined Emphasis: six quarters, 90 credit units Combines the 30-unit Audio Engineering curriculum with 60 units of performance-based training on bass, guitar, keyboards, percussion, or voice.
Certificate in Audio Engineering: two quarters, 30 credit unitsFocused, hands-on training for careers in the fields of professional audio engineering and music production. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as Assistant Engineers, Live Sound Engineers, Music Producers, Post-Production Engineers, Mastering Engineers, Sound Designers, Studio Technicians, Studio Managers, Studio Designers and more.
Certificate in Audio Engineering (Post-Production Audio): three quarters, 45 credit unitsCombines two quarters of comprehensive training in audio recording and production with an additional quarter of intensive study in the art of recording, editing and mixing music, dialogue, and sound effects for film and television. Courses in Background and Sound Effects Editing, Location Sound Recording, Music Editing, ADR Recording and Editing, and Foley Recording and Editing prepare graduates for entry-level positions in commercial post-production facilities.
