Spring 2023

DESINV 198 7 - LEC 7

Directed Group Study for Undergraduates

Sample Mode: Intro to Sound Design, Beat-making, and Creative Music Technologies DeCal - A Berkeley Changemaker ® Course

Jan 17, 2023 - May 05, 2023

04:00 pm - 05:59 pm

Jacobs Hall 310

Class #:29528

Units: 2

Instruction Mode: In-Person Instruction

Offered through Design Innovation

Current Enrollment

Total Open Seats: 18

Enrolled: 42

Waitlisted: 0

Capacity: 60

Waitlist Max: 0

No Reserved Seats

Hours & Workload

2 to 8 hours of outside work hours per week, and 1 to 4 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week.

Course Catalog Description

Directed group study on various topics in design innovation.

This 12-week course will be offered in collaboration with Berkeley Changemaker® and Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation. Emphasizing the Berkeley Changemaker pillars of critical thinking, collaboration, and communication, students will design, create, and perform original music using electronic instruments, music production software, and midi-controllers. We will also examine the history of sampling, its role in hip-hop, and its legacy in music production. Students will connect with and learn from industry professionals, each week. Class sessions will be complemented by community beat-making showcases and performances opportunities that enable students to practice course content in front of an audience and receive feedback. Midway through the semester students will even have an opportunity to build their very own midi-controller, as well as design a custom faceplate in a makerspace environment.

Class Notes

How To Enroll:

Students must attend an info session on 1/27 from 3-5pm or 2/3 from 4-6pm (at Jacobs Hall #310) to receive permission to enroll in the course. No experience necessary.