Course Overview
This course provides an in-depth exploration of sound design principles, techniques and sound equipment for various media applications, including film, television, radio, and social media. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and projects, students will learn the fundamentals of sound design, including microphones, recording, editing techniques and multitrack mixing. Emphasis will be placed on applying creative concepts to enhance storytelling through sound.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$465.31 - $466.07 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain how a microphone, mixer and digital interface functions and demonstrate techniques.
- Compare various sound processing techniques and evaluate functionality.
- Discuss theoretical examples of simple post production and define techniques.
- Explain how digital sound is recorded and use of digital editing software.
- Determine studio and location sound show requirements.
- Analyze effective storytelling skills through technical competence.
- Write and produce a Podcast production for the web.
Effective as of Winter 2025
Related Programs
Sound Design (BCST 1256) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Broadcast and Digital Journalism
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Music Business
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Radio Arts and Entertainment
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Video Production and Editing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of BCST 1256 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 61868
Dates
Apr 14 - Jun 30 Loading
- CRN 61868
- $465.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14 - Jun 30 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ken McGrath
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- You will require access to the Adobe Creative Cloud to complete this course - registered BCIT students will receive further information closer to the course start date with subscription details. This course will be delivered synchronously ONLINE, requiring your attendance and participation in ALL scheduled online lectures for the duration of the course. This is not a self-paced course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. Solid computer skills are highly recommended and access to a computer that can run complex, data heavy graphics software is required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to April 20th, by calling 604-434-1610.
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Status
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Fall 2026
Below is one offering of BCST 1256 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 48148
Dates
Sep 15 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 48148
- $466.07 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15 - Dec 01 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ken McGrath
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- You will require access to the Adobe Creative Cloud to complete this course - registered BCIT students will receive further information via my.bcit.ca e-mail closer to the course start date. This course is synchronous online delivery, requiring you to attend and participate in scheduled online lectures for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. Solid computer skills are highly recommended and access to a computer that can run complex, data heavy graphics software is required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. If seats remain registration is permitted after the course start date up to Sep 21st, by calling 604-434-1610.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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