Fall 2024 Course Syllabus
Course: MUSC-1405 (Section: 01, CRN: 90431)
Live Sound I 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Mason Leleux
Email leleuxmc@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6520
Office Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 144
Office Hours M/W 10am-12pm, T/TH 2:30pm-4:30pm
Additional Contact Information none
Course Information
Description An overview of the field of live sound. Includes principles of live sound and the theory and interconnection of the components of a sound reinforcement system.
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.

Sound Reinforcement Handbook, 2nd Edition by Gary Davis and Ralph Jones


  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0881889008
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0881889000
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Additional Materials/Resources none
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • MUSC-1327 Audio Engineering I
Learning Outcomes

  • Identify the controls of a live sound mixing board

  • Demonstrate set up for microphones and monitors

  • Identify and solve common problem within live sound

  • Interactivity between sound management, performance quality, and audience experience
Program Student Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Apply commercial music sound technology to professional practice.
  • Apply commercial music performance skill to support sound engineering practice.
  • Apply basic music industry principles to professional practice.
  • Demonstrate professional behavior as characterized by a commitment to the profession. 
Lecture Topics Outline <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: " georgia="" pro",="" "georgia="" pro_embeddedfont",="" pro_msfontservice",="" sans-serif;="" font-size:="" 14.6667px;="" font-variant-ligatures:="" none;="" white-space-collapse:="" preserve;"="">Week 1-2: Course Introduction, Overview of Practical Applications, Sound System Components and Signal Flow<br> <br> Week 3-4: Microphone Techniques/Placements, and Loudspeaker and Speaker Placement<br> <br> Week 4-5: Signal Flow, Routing, and System Setup for Live Band<br> <br> Week 6-7: Signal Processing Essentials and Midterm Review<br> <br> Week 8-9: Monitor Setup and Soundcheck<br> <br> Week 10-11: Basic Mixing Techniques and Troubleshooting<br> <br> Week 12-13: Consoles and Wireless Systems<br> <br> Week 14-15: Artistic Expression and Final Review<br> <br> Week 16: Final</span><br> <br>
Major Assignments Schedule Final Exam and Bi-weekly Quizzes TBD
Final Exam Date December 11, 2024 - 1:0 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Attendance - 15%

Quizzes - 15%

Participation  - 40% 

Final - 30%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
  • Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. 
  • Please limit all electronic uses to help avoid disrupting class

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Attendance Policy
  • You will have 1 free absence that will not be counted against you.
  • 5% towards your Attendance are deducted for each unexcused absences that occurs. 
  • Arriving 20 minutes or more after class starts will result in a tardy. 3 tardies = 1 unexcused absence
Additional Information none
Institutional Policies
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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.
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COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 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.
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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:Dr. Blas Canedo Gonzalez
Email:canedoba@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6547