Capture Sound. Create Impact.
Our Music Recording program provides immersive, hands-on training in recording, mixing, and effects processing, paired with a foundational curriculum in music instruction. Students master the technical and creative skills needed to work as audio engineers in studios, live sound, broadcasting, and events. With emphasis on both musical proficiency and understanding the business of music, graduates are ready to hit the ground running in the audio industry.
Career Opportunities and Income
Visit sanjac.edu for information regarding career opportunities and potential earnings in the Greater Houston region.
Learning & Career Pathway
This learning pathway - a series of related and “stacked” certificates and degrees - includes the following awards. You can start at any point on the path and earn certificates on your way to completing the degree.
- Music, Sound Recording, Occupational Certificate (1 year)
- Music, Techniques of Audio Engineering, Certificate of Technology (2 years)
- Music Recording, Associate of Applied Science Degree (2 years)
Learning Outcomes and Career Skills
Apply audio-related concepts and troubleshooting skills to workplace situations/scenarios
Exhibit the work ethic and the interpersonal skills required for sustained employment in the audio/media industries
Locations
College Admission
San Jacinto College is an open admission institution. All students are welcome to apply and will be admitted to the College. You may begin the process on the College’s “How to Apply” webpage.
Program Admission
There are no additional admission requirements for the Music Recording program; you only need to complete your application to the College, as noted in “College Admission” above, and follow the enrollment steps.
Plan of Study
6MUS-SOUND
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Term | Credits | |
| MUSC 1327 | Audio Engineering I 1 | 3 |
| MUSC 1335 | Commercial Music Software | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Second Term | ||
| MUSC 2427 | Audio Engineering II | 4 |
| MUSC 1323 | Audio Electronics Troubleshooting | 3 |
| MUSC 1405 | Live Sound I | 4 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
Capstone Experience: MUSC 1405 Live Sound I
Verification of workplace competencies.