The West Valley College Commercial Music Production Certificate of Achievement requires the successful completion of eight 3-unit courses for a total of 24 units and focuses on the recording arts, music technology, and commercial music production. This is a comprehensive curriculum covering electronic music/sound design, recording arts, commercial music theory, songwriting, MIDI/Digital audio, and audio for visual media. Featuring state-of-art facilities and ‘cutting-edge’ hardware and software, the courses are designed for students of all levels, providing hands-on experience and thorough training in the creative and technical challenges specific to commercial music production. Potential careers specific to these skills include but are not limited to: Recording Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Pro-Tools Certified Programmer/Technician, Logic PRO Certified Programmer/Technician, Composer, Performer, Producer, Game Audio Designer/Composer, Film and TV Sound Designer, Sound Editor, Session Musician, Audio Technician, Songwriter, Music Supervisor, Backup Musician, Arranger, Live Sound/ FOH/Monitors Music Technician, Designer, or Repair person, DJ, Music Director.

Recording Arts Component (9 units)

Music Production Component (12 units)

Music Business Component (3 units)

Total Certificate Units: 24 units

To be awarded a certificate, a student must:

1. Complete all the major requirements.
2. Earn a grade of “C” or better for all required courses.