MUSC X 479.12 - Introduction to Pro Tools
Course Description
Ideal for those who have recently started with Pro Tools and have been working with the system for less than one year or long-time users looking to familiarize themselves with the latest updates. Learn the foundational skills and working knowledge needed to perform basic Pro Tools operations, and begin your own projects or interface with others using Pro Tools. Topics include system capabilities, navigation and display basics, understanding the edit and mix windows, making your first audio recording (music/voice over), making selections and playing audio, using the editing modes and tools, importing audio and video files, using fades, managing audio clips, elastic audio, making beats, basic mixing concepts, introduction to Real Time plug-ins and an introduction to MIDI within Pro Tools.Course Outline
Learn the foundational skills and working knowledge needed to use Pro Tools. Learn how to start your own projects or interface with others using Pro Tools. This course is ideal for those who are just beginning with Pro Tools.Prerequisites
Basic computer skills and basic audio technology concepts. Students must have access to their own Mac or PC laptop with a minimum of 15 GB of free space, a power adapter, and Pro Tools 2022 (PT V.12 or later may be allowed too—installed and fully updated); audio interface/mic/midi keyboard and smart devices are optional but highly recommended.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Acting : Elective Courses
- Directing : Elective Courses
- Entertainment Studies : Elective Courses
- Film and TV Development : Elective Courses
- Film Scoring : Software Requirement, Elective Courses
- Independent Music Production : Production Software, Elective Courses
- Music Business : Elective Courses
- Post-Production : Suggested Electives
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required