Advanced Audio Programming: Theory, Implementation, and Application

MTEC-353

This advanced course explores the complete development lifecycle of complex interactive audio software, from foundational sound sciencetheory to industry-standard programming practices and deployment-ready applications. Students embark on an intensive journey through core audio programming concepts, including digital signal processing, software synthesis, algorithmic composition, and object-oriented design patterns. The course emphasizes hybrid human-AI development workflows, teaching students to design AI augmented audio systems, critically validate AI-generated code, and debug complex audio applications that integrate both traditional programming and AI assistance.

Through hands-on implementation in real-world projects, students develop applied proficiency with professional audio framework APIs while crafting interactive audio experiences for diverse applications: audio plugins, embedded audio systems, mobile apps, and other audio software. Students learn to synthesize technical documentation and apply rigorous testing methodologies to ensure production-quality code regardless of its origin.

Upon completing this course, students will possess the skills to take audio software projects from concept to launch, equipped with the knowledge necessary to innovate and excel in competitive music technology fields including audio programming, sound design, game audio, and related industries.

Credits
3
Prerequisites
LMSC-261
Required Of
None
Electable By
All B.M. and P.D. students
Major Elective for
Electronic Production and Design
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
ELPD
Course Chair
Michele Darling
Taught By
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