Audio Video Systems Technology - Diploma (2016-2017)
Hutchinson (64 Credits) - Education Plan

The Audio Video Systems Technology program offers opportunities for individuals to pursue careers in entertainment, advertising, communication, broadcast, and many other exciting industries. The curriculum is balanced between theory and operation of all types of audio equipment. Graduates acquire a strong background in electronics, as well as hands-on training in equipment operation for sound reinforcement, system installation, acoustical testing, and studio and remote recording.
 
Course Outline
 
Required Courses
(18 Courses)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
AVT 1112 Intro to Console Operations 3 
AVT 1201 Introduction to Acoustics 3 
AVT 1350 Introduction to Sound Reinforcement 3 
AVT 1420 Audio Transducers 3 
AVT 1507 Introduction to Systems Installation 3 
AVT 1531 Video Systems 2 
AVT 1601 Introduction to Audio 3 
AVT 1602 Soldering and Cable Assembly 1 
AVT 1605 System Documentation 2 
AVT 1607 Audio Recording Lab 1 
AVT 2110 Audio Signal Processing 3 
AVT 2280 Systems Installation 3 
AVT 2611 Electro-Acoustic Simulation 3 
AVT 2612 Acoustical Testing 3 
AVT 2620 Integrated System Control 2 
AVT 2630 Audio Networking 3 
ELEC 1814 Electronics 1 3 
ELEC 1815 Electronics 2 3 
Total Credits: 47  
 
Elective Courses
(select 11 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
AVT 1015 Digital Video Production 3 
AVT 2360 Audio Technology Internship 1-6*
AVT 2375 Computer Recording Techniques 3 
AVT 2950 Special Projects/Topics 1-6*
Total Credits: 11  
 
General Studies Applied Required Courses
(2 Courses)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
GSCM 1122 Applied Oral and Written Communications 2*
GSMS 1222 Applied Elementary Algebra 2 
Total Credits: 4  
 
General Studies Applied Elective Courses
(select 2 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
GSWS 1401 Employment Preparation 1 
GSWS 1422 Quality Management 2 
GSWS 1451 First Aid/Safety 1 
Total Credits: 2  
 
Total Diploma Credits: 64  

*Credits for this course are variable. See your Advisor about this course.