Music 192: Electronics for Audio and Video
Instructor: Christy Coobatis 757-2121 ext. 6703-ccoobatis@miracosta.edu
Office hours posted in Music Office.
Course Description:
A practical course in audio/video maintenance, calibration, and minor repair as
well as some electronic building tips. Lecture covers basic electronic
principles
involving Ohms law and how they relate to properly matching A/V components in
various system design applications for recording and sound reinforcement.
Related topics include impedance matching, power rating, parallel and
series-type wiring. Lab features hands-on work with basic electronic
maintenance/repair
kits: teaches soldering methods, continuity testing, and how to build
audio and video cables. Safety issues with electricity are stressed.
This course is based on the performance of tasks related to various projects
designed to acquaint the student with Basic Electronics Theory and Concepts.
Readings will be assigned from various sources and will be tested through either
written or task related testing.
Disabled Students: If you have
a disability that has been verified you may wish to make use of the many
services available from Disabled Student Services. Please
contact them at extension 6658 and inform your instructor.
Reference Text: “Getting Started in Electronics,” Forest Mims-Radio Shack
Course Objective: To provide an overview of basic electronics associated with the production of music and video in a studio or live setting.
Attendance Policy: Attendance
is critical. Missing three or more class sessions may result in being
dropped from the class or receiving an F. Students wishing to
withdraw should do so through the Admissions and Records Office. Attendance
points=25 points
Exams and Grading: All grading
will be based on a class curve.
Midterm Exam, Final Exam Based on assigned text and handout readings and
lectures. Homework Assignments and
Collaborative Work: Students are expected to read text materials related
to class lecture. Lectures will follow text at the rate of one
chapter per week, i.e. Week One-Chapter One, Week Two-Chapter Two, etc.
Final Exam: Tuesday Dec. 17 Homework will be assigned in class and assignments are all posted on the website at http://crusher.miracosta.cc.ca.us/cgi-bin/etudes.acgi?request,logframe!cs_id,69926046!
Extra-Credit: You may earn up
to 25 extra-credit points by giving a presentation on an electronics related
topic or by giving a demonstration of a skill or principle
related to a special classroom topic (as listed below). Presentation must
be pre-approved by the instructor.
Ohm's Law-Radio Waves
-Tubes-PAIA Electronics
IC Chips-Musical Instrument Amplifiers
-Amplifiers-Transistors and Diodes
-Capacitors and Resistors -Digital Logic Circuits
-Photoelectric Cells -Radio Shack Electronic Kits)
-Assembling a Computer -Soldering Tools
-Parts Suppliers-The Ideal Studio and/or Road Toolkits
-Upgrades-Guitar Electronics
-Wiring-Power Distribution
-UL and FCC Ratings -Patch Bays
-Transformers and Line Matching -The Ideal Stage and/Studio Rig
-Electronics Periodicals, Websites and Organizations
-VCR & Tape Deck Maintenance
Lecture Schedule:
Weeks One through Three
Basic Electronics
Electron Flow-Voltage-Current-Conductance-Resistance-Ohm's Law
Components Identification
Plugs-Jacks-Terminals-Cables-Connectors Using Tools
Weeks Four through Six (September 7)
Soldering Techniques
Terminating Connections
Weeks Seven through Nine
Equipment Maintenance
Create a recording studio or live rig
Weeks Eleven through Thirteen
Upkeep and Troubleshooting for Live and/or Recording Applications
Project Schedule: Listed in Etudes Proceed to the Etudes server http://crusher.miracosta.cc.ca.us/cgi-bin/etudes.acgi?request,logframe!cs_id,69926046! to get all assignments and testing criterion.