Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: MUSC-1196 (Section: 01, CRN: 92059)
Special Topics in Recording Arts Technology-Technician
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Instructor Information
Instructor Caleb Fontenot
Email fontenotco@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6520
Office Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 137 D
Office Hours Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 120

Office Hours: Friday 12 - 3 
Additional Contact Information fontenotco@lamarpa.edu
Course Information
Description Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency
Required 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.

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Additional Materials/Resources none
Corequisites/Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends.
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.
Lecture Topics Outline Working a Film session in ProTools 
ADR concepts
Recording Dialog for Film 
Recording SFX for Film
Music's role in Film 
Mixing down audio for a short film 
Audio mixing
Music business and professionalism
Major Assignments Schedule Weeks 1-6:
ADR Project

1-2: Dialog Replacement
3-4: SFX Building
5-6: Music's Role

Weeks 7-11:
Castles Project (AAF session)

7-8: Organization in ProTools
9-11: Posting a Film 

Weeks 12-15: 
Final Projects
Final Exam Date December 4, 2022 - 9:00 AM   Through  December 4, 2022 - 12:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100 = A     80 - 89 = B     70 - 79 = C     60 - 69 = D     Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade

Attendance 20%
Class Participation 20%
Quizzes 30%
Tests 30%
Course Policies
Instructor 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
-Electronic devices are not allowed in class unless specifically allowed by the instructor.
-Silence your cellphones, laptops etc. before class.
-Failure to participate and/or creating distractions during class will result in you being required to leave.
-Safe handling, storage, setup, teardown and management of equipment and peripherals is required.
-Any class related discussion with instructor about grades, attendance etc. is limited to office hours only
Attendance Policy Absences include:
-Being absent from class
-Leaving class early
-Arriving late to class (one absence per tardy after 3)

Any combination totaling three (3) or more absences from the above list will result in the student receiving a failing grade unless otherwise determined. Students may discuss absences with the instructor during office hours.
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Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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.
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.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / Concern 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.
Department Information
Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts
Chair:Richard Vandewalker
Email:vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6520