Transfers ToCSUDescriptionMUSIC 178 offers an introduction to sound recording,acoustics,digitalaudio,andsignal processing. Students learn audio terminology, signal flow, audio hardware operation, digital audio workstation (DAW) operation, and audio engineering techniques. Hardware is studied including microphones, cables, monitors, recorders, consoles, and signal processors. Students experience hands-on use of current music production hardware and software. Students also learn about recording studio procedures, jobs in the recording industry, mixing techniques, mastering, post production, and the product manufacturing process. 