Topics to be covered under the headings of the history and theory of sound recording, sound studio, field recording applications, and sound mixing and design: Theory of sound, microphones and microphone techniques, analog/digital theory, audio processors (frequency spectrum, dynamic, and time-based), mixers, recorders, wireless systems, sound synchronization and timecodes, field recording techniques, dialogue editing, basic mixing techniques, fundamental sound design stages, master copy, and reproduction formats. Learning methods will include article reviews, film and music analysis reports, applied projects and assignments, and ear training exercises.