NMSA 200 F001: New Media + Sound Arts Core I

This course is an introduction to working with time-based media and sound practices, focusing on the use of video and sound to explore relationships with place. Topics include field listening and recording, basic electronics, sound synthesis, soundscape composition, performance, and video installation. The course includes technical workshops, group activities, discussions, and both collaborative and individual projects. Readings and examples of artists and artworks provide critical context for students' thinking and making. Assignments include techniques to enhance listening and observation skills, and generative methods that lead to experimental and open-ended projects. The course fosters an ability to think critically about making media and sound art in relation to the places we inhabit.

Prerequisites: 

Completion of 21 credits

Instructor information: 
Meeting Information: 
Date / Time Days Room Building
Sep 3-Dec 14
08:30:00-11:20:00
W B4115 MAIN
Sep 3-Dec 14
08:30:00-15:10:00
W D1400 MAIN