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Course Description

This course gives you the basic technical and communication skills to become a professional live sound engineer. You'll leave with a working knowledge of live sound as you explore equipment and learn the fundamentals of signal and system theory. You'll also develop proper communication skills while understanding how to be part of a technical sound crew and production team.

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Learner Outcomes

Upon completing this course, you will know how to:

  • discuss the environment and different roles in the development of a live sound engineer
  • apply concepts and methods in determining signal parameter values
  • explain how to select the proper microphone for a specific application
  • demonstrate the operation of a mixing console
  • identify various types of loudspeaker systems typically used in the live event
  • explain how to properly match amplifiers and loudspeakers
  • assess various types of signal processors such as compressors and equalizers
  • demonstrate the correct operation of a sound system.

Notes

All courses AUDI and VDEO
- usb stick for all (32GB)
- video portable SSD Drive (1TB)
- plug in headphones
- laptop with standard SAIT requirements

Prerequisites

AUDI 011 or AUDI 017

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Intro to Live Sound Engineering
Section Schedule
Aug 12, 2023 to Sep 09, 2023
Type
Laboratory - In Person
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Aug 12, 2023 to Aug 26, 2023
Type
Laboratory - In Person
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Sep 09, 2023
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
24.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $599.00
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 25, 2023 to Aug 18, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 25, 2023 to Aug 18, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Aug 19, 2023 to Aug 30, 2023
Required Software
All courses AUDI - USB stick for all (32GB) - plug in headphones
Reading List / Textbook
N/A
Section Notes

Prerequisites: AUDI 011 or AUDI 003 is required prior to taking this course

Before Course Start – Campus Access:

If you have any questions, contact conedadvising@sait.ca.

Reminder: There is no class on Sep-2.

Section Title
Intro to Live Sound Engineering
Section Schedule
Nov 04, 2023 to Dec 02, 2023
Type
Laboratory - In Person
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Nov 04, 2023
Type
Laboratory - In Person
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Dates
Nov 18, 2023 to Dec 02, 2023
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
24.0
Location
  • Main Campus
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition Fee non-credit $599.00
Drop Request Deadline
May 18, 2023 to Nov 10, 2023
Transfer Request Deadline
May 18, 2023 to Nov 10, 2023
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Nov 11, 2023 to Nov 22, 2023
Required Software
All courses AUDI - USB stick for all (32GB) - plug in headphones
Reading List / Textbook
N/A
Section Notes

Prerequisites: AUDI 011 or AUDI 003 is required prior to taking this course

Before Course Start – Campus Access:

If you have any questions, contact conedadvising@sait.ca.

Reminder: There is no class on Nov-11.

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