Program Overview
Western Michigan University's Bachelor's in Multimedia Arts Technology-Music equips students with advanced digital media knowledge for careers in music production, video editing, and software development. The program emphasizes audio engineering, multimedia arts projects, live sound reinforcement, computer programming, and performance with technology integration. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of digital media concepts and skills, fostering creativity and proficiency in various media.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
Western Michigan University's Bachelor's degree in Multimedia Arts Technology-Music equips students with advanced knowledge in digital media to thrive in the evolving field of music production. The program emphasizes the application of digital technologies in various aspects of audio creation, including video games, music albums, concerts, experimental art projects, cinema, commercials, and software development. Additionally, students gain foundational skills in video editing, manipulation, and generation.
Objectives:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of digital media concepts and skills
- Acquire proficiency in audio engineering techniques
- Foster creativity in multimedia arts projects for various media
- Enhance abilities in live sound reinforcement for concerts and shows
- Gain expertise in computer programming
- Promote performance with technology integration
Outline:
Program Content:
- Audio engineering
- Creative projects for various media
- Live sound reinforcement for concerts and shows
- Computer programming
- Performance with technology
Structure:
- 18-20 hours of core music classes
- Music appreciation course
- Music theory course
- 8 credit hours of music performance classes
- 37-38 hours of multimedia arts technology courses
- 9 hours of related courses from other departments or additional core technology classes
Modules:
- Audio Engineering: Covers the fundamentals of audio recording, mixing, and mastering.
- Creative Projects: Encourages students to develop their artistic vision and create multimedia projects that showcase their skills.
- Live Sound Reinforcement: Provides hands-on experience in managing audio systems for live events.
- Computer Programming: Introduces students to programming languages and software applications used in multimedia production.
Careers:
Career Opportunities:
- Music production
- Video production
- Live event production
- Creative projects with digital media
- Software development
