The Art of Sound Recording
Program Options and Timeline
- Certificate in Sound Recording — 22 credit hours
- Completion Time: One year — full-time
- Fall 2025 start date
Program requirements
This certificate is designed for students seeking careers in sound engineering, live event production, and digital media. Courses include:
- MUSC 1415 – Introduction to Music Technology (3 credits)
- MUSC 1435 – Audio Recording (3 credits)
- MUSC 2410 – Techniques for Live Sound (2 credits)
- MUSC 2435 – Advanced Audio Recording (3 credits)
For a complete list of courses and requirements, visit the Casper College Catalog.
Cost & Financial Aid
Casper College offers one of the best values in higher education. Students in this program may qualify for:
- Federal Financial Aid — Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, and more
- Be sure to apply for scholarships available at Casper College
Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate costs.
Career Paths and Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue careers in:
- Sound design for film and TV
- Live event and concert audio engineering
- Podcast and broadcast production
- Music production and studio recording
Casper’s growing entertainment scene provides real-world training, with venues such as:
- Casper Children’s Theatre
- Opera Wyoming
- The Wyoming Symphony Orchestra
Additionally, local businesses, schools, and churches frequently seek those people trained to master live sound.
What You’ll Learn
- Audio Acoustics and Studio Technology — Master microphones, software, and digital converters.
- Live Sound Production> — Gain experience mixing sound for live events.
- Podcast and Broadcast Editing — Learn to produce audio for radio and digital media.
- Industry Standards and Compliance — Understand FCC and European Broadcast Union specifications.
- Entrepreneurship — Learn how to empower your learning with the business basics.
Faculty and Facilities
Students will train in Casper College’s state-of-the-art recording studio and the Wheeler Concert Hall sound booth. Instruction is led by experienced faculty with backgrounds in audio production, music technology, and live sound.
Meet our faculty: Faculty Directory.
Start Your Sound Career Today!
Apply now for fall 2025! No application fee.
Ready to make your mark in sound design? Take the first step toward an exciting audio career at Casper College!
