Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: MUSC-1333- Section: 01 Synthesis I

Instructor Information
Instructor	James Rogers
E-mail	rogersjr2@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6520
Office	Location: Performing Arts Center - Room: 126 Hours: W 10am-11am
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	An exploration of sound synthesis. Includes additive, subtractive, and modulation-based synthesizers.
Prerequisites	None.
Learning Outcomes	Explain concepts relevant to additive, subtractive, and modulation-based synthesis;give examples of standard components of synthesizers.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes	• Demonstrate basic proficiency in creating original music and audio that supports the visual narrative. • Demonstrate basic proficiency in short-form video production & editing, media delivery formats, and audiovisual workflow. • Recognize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field, including the various roles in film, audio engineering, and media. • Produce a final portfolio and resume suitable for entry-level employment in the audiovisual field.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. None. The class will utilize the Digital Audio Workstation program(s) and their midi-controllers made available to the students as course materials.
Lecture Topics Outline	Weeks 1-3: Creation of Sound Weeks 4-5: Structure and Development Week 6: Short Piece Week 7: Hierarchy of Listening Needs and Wants / EQ Week 8-9: Balance and Cohesion; Post Edit; Publication Thoughts and Options Week 10-12: Medium Piece Week 13-16: FINAL
Major Assignments Schedule	Short Piece - PROJECT (duration 24-36 measures of material - any genre) Medium Piece - PROJECT (duration 2-4 minutes - subject matter is in response to or inspired by another piece of art or subject matter) FINAL (choose from the following): A. Compose or Produce a soundtrack for 2 minutes of film. Film must meet instructor approval. B. Compose or Produce a work from 3-5 minutes (any genre). C. Compose or Produce a work of 100% original combination patch sounds for 2-4 minutes (any genre).
Final Exam Date	November 15, 2021 - 11:0 AM   Through  December 8, 2021 - 11:0 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Class Participation - 50% Quizzes - 5% Projects - 30% Final Exam - 15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Your participation grade in class is scored by your participation in class.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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Other
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts Chair: Richard Vandewalker E-mail: vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6520 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.