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DJ 151: PC DJ'ing I
Many DJs are not lugging their records and CDs to gigs but are simply bringing a laptop loaded with all of their favorite MP3s. In this introductory course we will prime you for using MP3 DJ’ing products such as Serato Scratch Live. Learn the basics of using your laptop as your music library and DJ’ing tool. Topics include digital music, hardware and software, ripping MP3s, introduction to Serato Scratch Live, and more.
FREE handbook w/ paid registration

Prerequisite:
• Notebook computer (minimum requirements: Windows 2000/XP or MacOS 10.2.6, 600 MHz processor, 256 MB RAM, 2.5 GB hard disk space, sound card, USB port, CD-R/RW drive)
• Students wishing to take this course and not purchase a notebook and required software may enroll in this course and use our notebook and software during class time.

DJ 111: Vinyl DJ'ing I
This introductory course is for students who want to focus exclusively on mixing with records and improve their vinyl beat mixing skills. Topics to be covered include beat mixing dance, pop, and hip-hop music. Students will be involved with intense hands-on practice during class and will be able to receive real-time feedback on their mixing skills.
FREE slipmats (Phonomat) with paid registration

DJ 141: Mobile DJ'ing I
Want to turn your love for music and DJ’ing into a source of additional income? Become an entrepreneur and find out what it takes to become a mobile jock and entertain at weddings, school and corporate events, and private parties. Topics in this introductory course include business startup, equipment, music, event management, troubleshooting, and entertaining.
FREE textbook (The Mobile DJ Handbook) with paid registration

DJ 161: Hip-Hop DJ'ing I
(Elective course for the Certificate Program in Disc Jockeying) This introductory course is dedicated to hip-hop DJs where we’ll explore methods of mixing, scratching, and blending in a hip-hop club atmosphere. Learn how to get gigs, deal with promoters and club owners, and attain the tools necessary to be a successful party DJ. Upon completion, students will know the ins and outs of hip-hop DJ’ing tricks, equipment, and music. FREE headphones (Behringer HPX2000) with paid registration
Prerequisite: None

DJ 192: Remixing
Remixing songs is becoming a growing Niche in the music field. This course will cover the basics of Remixing popular songs using a mix of DJ’ing and Beat Making. It is recommended to have taken one of our basic beat making or DJ classes prior to this course. Students will create their own remixes through blending songs together, and will also get the chance to create their very own remix of todays biggest artists from scratch!

DJ 201: DJ'ing II
This intermediate course builds upon the fundamentals learned in DJ 101 and is designed to take those learned skills to a more intermediate and professional level. We will discuss set structure, and other DJ’ing techniques. There will be increased focus on beat mixing and other equipment-based tricks.
FREE headphones (Behringer HPX2000) with paid registration
Prerequisites:
• DJ 101 or instructor approval
• 1 - 3 months of DJ'ing experience or practice


PRODUCTION


Beat Making 101
This introductory course is for students who want to focus on producing hip-hop/pop/dance/r&b. Topics to be covered include a brief history of Music production, overview of basic equipment , and a insight as to what it takes to be a successful beat maker. Students will be involved with intense hands-on practice during class and will be able to receive real-time feedback on their beat making skills and improvement.

Beat Making 201
This intermediate course builds upon the fundamentals learned in BM 101 and is designed to take those learned skills to a more intermediate and professional level. We will discuss Engineering, tips+tricks of computer based recording, and learn the ins and outs of several pieces of equpitment that are used by todays biggest producers. There will be increased focus on hands on engineering, because quality music is what sets apart the bedroom producer from the Major players! Prerequisites:
• Beat Making 101 or instructor approval • 1 - 3 months of Pro Tools/Digital media experience or practice

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