FSW Opens New Audio Technology Program
Jul 13, 2016
Starting this fall, Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) is admitting students to a new College Credit Certificate (CCC) in Audio Technology on the Thomas Edison Campus in Fort Myers.
The Department of Music and Fine Arts in FSW’s School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, established the CCC program, part of the college’s workforce initiative, to prepare interested students for careers in the music and entertainment industry.
“The CCC in Audio Technology was designed to fill a need in the community. We found that prospective students sought out training in these specific areas. The music department faculty here at FSW made it a reality thanks to support from our administration and state grant funding,” explained Dr. Emery Alford, dean of the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
Graduates of the program can potentially obtain employment as recording technicians and engineers; sound technicians in live or studio positions; or audio/visual editors and designers in various music-related fields, including broadcast media, motion picture trades, and other multimedia-based areas.
The program also provides supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in music, entertainment, or other related industries.
For further information about the CCC in Audio Technology at FSW, contact Kelly O’Neil, Instructional Assistant of Music (Kelly.ONeil@fsw.edu) or Dr. Tom Smith, Professor of Music (Thomas.Smith@fsw.edu).
Learn more about FSW academic programs at www.FSW.edu.
About FSW:
Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information.
Last Updated: July 13, 2016
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