COM 307 is a project based course that will give you an overview of digital audio production. We will explore some of this through both making and studying.
By the end of this semester you will:
- Record, edit and produce audio segments
- Use digital editing tools for post production
- Be able to identify the right equipment for the need
- Script an acoustic treatment for a movie
- Publish audio for the web
Throughout the semester I will have you read or watch a video on relevant topics. You are required to write short reaction articles that will be posted in our courseware management system (ie Moodle). Be prepared to talk about these in class.
As a project based course, all work will be presented in class for critique.
Grades will be given based on effort, participation, completion of assignments and attendance. Attendance is crucial for success in this course because the critiques will be an opportunity for you to receive and provide feedback about work; this will help you improve your work. You can have two unexcused absences; for every absence afterwards 5 points are deducted from your final grade. If you miss class, you are still responsible for turning the assignment in on time. Be aware that unforeseen circumstances may result in changes to the course schedule. I won’t make changes to this syllabus to move due dates without discussing this in class first.
Grade Breakdown
Writing Assignments 20%
Projects 60%
Final Project 20%For more specific information concerning course policy, please see the additional course policy section at the end of this document.
THE NOT SO FINE PRINT
COURSE POLICIES
ABSENCE POLICY
Per University regulations, excused absences must fall into one of two categories: sanctioned anticipated situations and documented emergency situations. Anticipated situations (e.g., participation in official University functions, court attendance, religious observances, or military duty) must be submitted in writing at the beginning of the semester or one week prior to the anticipated absence. Emergency absences (e.g., student illness, injury or death of immediate family member, must be documented by the Student Organization Resource Center 515-3323) within one week following the emergency. Make-up work will be allowed only in situations where absences were excused. Please consult the following website for further information on University attendance regulations:
http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-03
Attendance is taken at the beginning of class. After 4 absences, 5 points is deducted from the final grade for each day absent.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Strict standards of academic honesty will be enforced according to the University policy on academic integrity found in the code of student conduct. NC State Students are bound to an honor code, which states: “I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid on this test or assignment.” It is my understanding and expectation that a student’s signature on any test or assignment means that you have neither given nor received unauthorized aid. Please consult the following website for further details on student conduct:
http://studentconduct.ncsu.edu/
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. In order to take advantage of available accommodations, students must register with Disability Services for Students at 1900 Student Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 515-7653. For more information on NC State’s policy on working with students with disabilities, please see http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-01
INCOMPLETE AND LATE ASSIGNMENTS
Points earned for incomplete assignments will be reduced in proportion to the degree to which the assignment was completed. For example, an exam requiring three essays, with only one essay completed, will earn one third of the essay point total. Points earned for late assignments will be reduced by 50% if received within 24 hours of due date and time due. Assignments received later will not be accepted unless in accordance with the excused absence policy as referenced above.
INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICY
Students will not be given a temporary grade of IN (incomplete) unless they have attended classes regularly for most of the semester, have completed at least 60% of required work, have missed required work as a result of factors beyond their control, and have submitted satisfactory documentary evidence. An IN grade not removed by the end of the next semester in which the student is enrolled or by the end of twelve months, whichever is earlier, will automatically become an F (unless the student can present a compelling, well-documented case for the extension). For the NC State policy on grading and IN grades, see http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-50-03
GRADE DISTRIBUTION
CREDIT ONLY POLICY
Requirements for Credit-Only: In order to receive a grade of S, students are required to take all exams and quizzes, complete all assignments, and earn a grade of C- or better. Credit-Only courses can only be included under the Free Elective category of the student’s curriculum. Conversion from letter grading to credit only (S/U) grading is subject to university deadlines. Refer to the Registration and Records calendar for deadlines related to grading. For more details refer to: http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-15
AUDIT POLICY
Requirements for Auditors: Auditors must consult with the instructor. For details refer to: http://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-02-20-04
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
NC State University provides equality of opportunity in education and employment for all students and employees. Accordingly, NC State affirms its commitment to maintain a work environment for all employees and an academic environment for all students that is free from all forms of discrimination. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation is a violation of state and federal law and/or NC State University policy and will not be tolerated. Harassment of any person (either in the form of quid pro quo or creation of a hostile environment) based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation also is a violation of state and federal law and/or NC State University policy and will not be tolerated. Retaliation against any person who complains about discrimination is also prohibited. NC State’s policies and regulations covering discrimination, harassment, and retaliation may be accessed at http://policies.ncsu.edu/policy/pol-04-25-05
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STUDENT RESOURCES
Writing and Speaking Tutorial Services: http://www.ncsu.edu/tutorial_center/writespeak/
Academic Policies: www.ncsu.edu/policies/sitemap.php#acad-pols_regs
University Career Center: http://www.ncsu.edu/career/
Disability Services Office (DSO): http://www.ncsu.edu/dso/
Adverse Weather: Complete information about adverse weather policies is available at http://www.ncsu.edu/human_resources/benefits/leave/adverseweather.php
Check email, news, the NCSU home page, or call 513-8888 for the latest information.
CHASS CAREER SERVICES:
Option 1
Exploring career options with your major, making decisions about your
major or minor, building resumes and cover letters, preparing for
interviews, developing job search strategies, maximizing career fairs,
and more. Make an appointment with your career contact: Sara Concini
(A-H) or Woody Catoe (I-Z). Call 515-2396. University Career Center,
2100 Pullen Hall. http://www.ncsu.edu/career/
Option 2
CHASS CAREER SERVICES:
CHASS Careers Services are available through the University Career
Center, 2100 Pullen Hall. Your career contacts are: Sara Concini (A-H)
and Woody Catoe (I-Z). Call 515-2396 to make an appointment.
http://www.ncsu.edu/career/