Computer Management
Sophisticated audio recording and editing software is now available for home computers, and many talented amateurs are doing impressive work on their PCs and MACs. However the IT environment of a professional audio studio — featuring multiple CPUs, servers, storage devices and more — is vastly more complicated than even the most up-to-date home system.
After taking Computer Management in Audio Environments you will understand the software, hardware and networking tools lurking in a modern studio. Just as importantly, you’ll know the best practices to make the most of them, including server-based networks; host-based computing; Internet infrastructure and file transfer; plus security and basic web design.
Course Outline
| Topic | Format |
|---|---|
| Computers and Sound | Lecture |
| Operating Systems | Lectures/Labs |
| File Management and Backup | Lectures/Labs |
| Working with a Server-Based Network | Lectures/Labs |
| Computer hardware and Subsystems | Lectures/Labs |
| Audio Implications of Host-Based Computing | Lectures |
| Computer Diagnostics, Maintenance and Troubleshooting | Lectures/Labs |
| Audio Adapters and Interfaces | Lecture |
| Practical Computer Assembly | Workshop/Labs |
| Networking, Topologies, Protocols and Design | Lectures |
| Internet Infrastructure and File Transfer | Lectures/Labs |
| Protecting Your Computer - Email, Viruses and Firewalls | Lectures |
| World Wide Web Technologies | Lectures |
| Basic Web Page Design | Lectures |
| Internet Audio, Video and Graphic Formats | Lectures |
| Total Class Hours | 26 |
| Total Lab Hours | 12 |
| Course Length | 2 Semesters |
