Technical Diploma in Audio Engineer Milwaukee Area Technical College

Plan now for a sound future. You will learn to work with live sound at concerts, stage and church settings; studio recordings and studio engineering; field recordings; production of beats; and audio for gaming. This program prepares you for entry-level positions in the audio engineering field.

Positions for audio engineers exist in live applications, commercial recording studios and home-recording production suites.

Your credits can be applied toward completing the Audio Production associate degree.

Additional program details: Important to success in this program is the ability to work as part of a team as well as being a self-starter and to be able to work under stress and meet deadlines.

• Apply technical and artistic skills for entry-level employment in the audio production industry
• Apply critical listening and post-production mastering skills to final audio mixes
• Demonstrate the process of digitally blending multiple sources of audio using a mixing console
• Set up and prepare audio equipment for proper sound reinforcement during performances
• Utilize post-production mixing skills to mix studio recordings

Positions for recording engineers exist with commercial recording studios producing final product for recording artists; studios producing audio voice, music and sound effects for commercials and radio programs; studios recording music for publishing companies, movie soundtracks and sound effects tracks; animation; gaming and multimedia. Other opportunities include audio engineers for live music applications.

Possible Careers

• Audio Engineer
• Live Sound Engineer
• Mastering Engineer
• Mixing Engineer
• Music Tracking Engineer

‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.