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The Art of Sound Recording

Whether you dream of producing music, mastering live sound, or launching a podcast, “The Art of Sound Design” certificate at Casper College provides the hands-on training and technical expertise you need. With state-of-the-art recording studios, live production spaces, and expert faculty, you’ll gain real-world experience in audio engineering, sound editing, and acoustic design.

  • On-campus courses with hands-on training
  • Small class sizes with personalized instruction
  • Opportunities to work in live sound environments, including Wheeler Concert Hall and the Gertrude Krampert Center for Theatre and Dance

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!

Contact Info

Larry Burger

Sound Design and Theatre Instructor

Julia Whyde

Dean, School of Fine Arts and Humanities

Tabitha Siemens

Fine Arts and Humanities Academic Assistant