Entertainment Technologies, AAS

Pending SACSCOC approval

A 25 19 0 A5

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext. 50361

This curriculum prepares individuals for entry-level employment in entertainment, particularly in the fields of sound and lighting. Instruction not only provides training in these technical aspects, but also prepares students to manage careers in this contract-to-contract type of work. Course work includes exposure to the entire live concert and sound recording processes. Course work will also include music fundamentals, entertainment law and marketing/promotion.  Students will also receive course work in electronic music. Graduates may find employment as entry-level crew and/or production assistants in concert or event setups, with recording companies, or sound/lighting companies. Graduates will also be prepared to manage their careers (or others’ careers) in the sound/lighting area or professional music entertainment. 

Upon successful completion of the Entertainment Technologies degree, students will be able to:

• Determine the career tracks and entertainment unions within the entertainment industry.
• Determine the application of copyright law within the entertainment industry.
• Characterize audio theory and audio measurements.
• Document the various recording mediums.
• Use advanced techniques for microphones and outboard effects.
• Design stage and lighting for live events.
• Interface the components of a basic sound system.
• Interpret the basic theories in theatrical and concert lighting.
• Demonstrate proper practices in the areas of recording, and concert sound and lighting.
• Demonstrate responsibility in the performance of professional assignments.