A.S. in Recording Technology
The Recording Technology Degree Program is a hands-on, career education program which develops critical skills in audio engineering, live sound reinforcement, sound or film, television and gaming. The program teaches the audio basics necessary to engineer any kind of music and sound, from rock concerts to classical recordings, movie scenes to video games. Acceptance into the Recording Technology Degree Program is by interview only.
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Recording Technology A.S. Degree will:
- Exhibit proficiency in technical operation, communication, and production in the recording studio.
- Demonstrate proficiency in cross-platform computer operation and use of multiple software applications.
- Successfully integrate as professionals into the entertainment industry by demonstrating competency in music business, acoustics, critical listening and live sound reinforcement.
This degree requires meeting the Citrus College General Education and proficiency requirements combined with successful completion (grades of “C” and above) of the following major requirements:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required prerequisite courses: 1 | ||
| REC 100 | Survey of Entertainment Technology | 4 |
| REC 103 | Introduction to Audio Engineering | 4 |
| REC 140 | Music Theory for Engineers | 3 |
| Required audio courses: | ||
| REC 105 | Fundamentals of Audio Technology | 4 |
| REC 115 | Recording Studio Workshop I | 4 |
| REC 205 | Advanced Audio Technology | 4 |
| REC 215 | Recording Studio Workshop II | 4 |
| Required digital audio courses: | ||
| REC 125 | Digital Audio Technology I | 3 |
| REC 225 | Digital Audio Technology II | 4 |
| Other required courses: | ||
| REC 135 | Live Sound Reinforcement | 4 |
| REC 145 | Critical Listening Skills for Engineers | 3 |
| REC 235 | Acoustics for Engineers | 3 |
| REC 245 | Music Business/ Audio Careers | 3 |
| Total Units | 47 | |
- 1
Units do not count towards degree major preparation
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Substitute ENGL 101E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| REC 100 | Survey of Entertainment Technology | 4 |
| REC 103 | Introduction to Audio Engineering | 4 |
| REC 140 | Music Theory for Engineers | 3 |
| ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H |
Reading and Composition or Reading and Composition - Honors |
4 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| MATH 160 | Mathematics for Everyday Living - A Liberal Arts Course | 5 |
| Units | 5 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| REC 105 | Fundamentals of Audio Technology | 4 |
| REC 115 | Recording Studio Workshop I | 4 |
| REC 125 | Digital Audio Technology I | 3 |
| REC 135 | Live Sound Reinforcement | 4 |
| REC 145 | Critical Listening Skills for Engineers | 3 |
| Units | 18 | |
| Summer Term 1 | ||
| SPCH 100 or SPCH 100H |
Interpersonal Communication or Interpersonal Communication - Honors |
3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| REC 205 | Advanced Audio Technology | 4 |
| REC 215 | Recording Studio Workshop II | 4 |
| REC 225 | Digital Audio Technology II | 4 |
| REC 235 | Acoustics for Engineers | 3 |
| REC 245 | Music Business/ Audio Careers | 3 |
| Units | 18 | |
| Winter Term 2 | ||
| ARCH 250 |
History of Architecture: Prehistory to Mannerism or History of Architecture: Baroque to the Present Day or Art History - Fundamentals of Global Art History or Art History - Topics in Contemporary Art or History of Photography or Introduction to the Visual Arts or Motion Picture Appreciation or Motion Picture Appreciation - Honors or History of Dance or History of Rock and Roll or Introduction to Theatre Arts or Introduction to Theatre Arts - Honors |
3 |
| HIST 107 |
History of the United States before 1877 or History of the United States before 1877 - Honors or History of the United States since 1877 or History of the United States since 1877 - Honors or History of the African-Americans to 1876 or History of the African-Americans since 1876 or History of Women in the United States |
3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| ANTH 212 | Introduction to Physical Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH 212L | Introduction to Physical Anthropology Lab | 1 |
| ETHN 101 or ETHN 116 |
Introduction to Ethnic Studies or Introduction to Chicano/Latino Studies |
3 |
| ENGL 290 |
Ethnic Voices in Film or Children's Literature or Children's Literature - Honors or Literature of the Bible or American Food And Culture: Global Origins, History, and Current Impacts or Great Religions of the World or Introduction to LGBTQ Studies |
3 |
| KIN 170 |
Fitness for Life or Health and Wellness in Society or Health and Wellness - Honors or Introduction to Nutrition |
3 |
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 78 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.