COMM2213 · Communication
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course may be used to satisfy one of four electives required within the Communication major.This course is designed to introduce the student to the multifaceted world of sound, in theory and practice. Topics covered include the history of recording techniques, design and use of microphones, and careful listening techniques. The course will present an overview of current audio production software typically used in modern recording studios. Students will work in the audio labs to create professional-quality pieces, and will take home a portfolio of work at the end of the semester.
Course experience
Averages use the original five-point historical evaluation scale.
Organization
4.5 / 5
How well the course was organized
Challenge
4.3 / 5
How intellectually challenging students found it
Attendance
4.6 / 5
How necessary attendance was
Assignments
4.5 / 5
How helpful assignments were
Weekly effort
~4
hours per week
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Instructor options
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Across time
Available section-level results across semesters.
Spring 2025
2 sectionsFall 2024
2 sectionsSpring 2024
2 sectionsFall 2023
2 sectionsSpring 2023
2 sectionsFall 2022
2 sectionsSpring 2022
2 sectionsFall 2021
2 sectionsSpring 2021
2 sectionsFall 2020
2 sectionsSpring 2020
2 sections