Our Audio Associate of Applied Science gives you a solid foundation in the key aspects of audio production and the skills necessary to become successful in today’s sound recording industry.
This hands-on, practice-based program finishes with a major project in which you can apply everything you have learned throughout the program.
Accredited programs taught by expert facultySAE Institute faculty have industry experience—many have even won awards!
Gain intensive practical and theoretical trainingLearn skills including studio production, post-production, live sound and theater lighting, along with critical thinking, résumé writing, and job interview practice.
Practice on pro-quality toolsWork with tools and software used by industry professionals.
Access lifetime Career Services supportOur graduates have worked with companies like Sony Interactive Entertainment, Walt Disney World, Apple, Google, or AVID, and our career services team is always here to support you in finding the right fit.
This audio course covers:
- Principles of Sound
- Music Theory
- Electronic Music Production
- Game Audio
- Live Sound and Lighting
Course Structure
The Associate of Applied Science in Audio program consists of 16 courses taken in 16 months. Students enrolled full-time in the Associate Program take two courses per module with a short break between modules and semesters. Students must successfully complete 64 credit hours of core Audio, Career Preparation, and General Education courses to receive an Associate of Applied Science in Audio degree.
Career Outcomes
After completing the Audio Associate program, graduates will be able to find entry-level opportunities for careers such as:
- Dialogue Editor
- A/V Installer
- Film Sound Designer
- Acoustic Consultant
- Sound Editor
- Broadcast & Sound Engineering Technician
- ADR Recordist
- Boom Operator
