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MTEC 50A
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY · 4 units · used in 4 transfer pathways
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Where this page’s information comes from
- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsWinter 2027 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
Introduction to creating music with computers, keyboards, audio samples, and beats, using Pro Tools and other digital audio workstations. Basic principles and use of MIDI sequencing/audio software. Songwriting, musical composition, mixing, mastering, and the basic elements of music (pitch, rhythm, harmony, style, and form), as they relate to contemporary music. Basic music production using DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations). General computer literacy and media management. Exploration of the music production techniques and styles of producers from varied racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds. All styles are included, and prior musical training is not required.
Sections this term
Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:09 PM UTCMTEC 50AINTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGYOpen5 sections · 40 seats reported · 2 instructors
- CRN 30903 · 01WOpen · 25
- CRN 31683 · 01YOpen · 15
- CRN 33527 · 50DFull · 0
- CRN 33528 · 60DFull · 0
- CRN 33529 · 70DFull · 0
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “Advisory: Not open to students with credit in MUS 66A.”
Transfer pathways that use MTEC 50A
ASSIST maps MTEC 50A to a requirement in 4 published pathways from Foothill College.
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