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PAGE CONTENTS

3 Introduction

4 Diploma in Studio Sound Engineering: Course Info

12 Diploma in Studio Sound Engineering: Syllabus

14 Studio Assistant Certificate: Course Info

17 Studio Assistant Certificate: Syllabus

18 Diploma in Live Sound Engineering

26 Alchemea In Partnership With Digidesign

32 Alchemea In Partnership With Apple

35 Studio Facilities

36 Frequently Asked Questions

39 Course Price Sheet

40 Application Form

41 Registration Agreement

42 Location Map

INTRODUCTION

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The audio engineering industry is very competitive. It demands the highest levels of professionalism and dedication and in return offers fabulous rewards and great fulfilment to those who succeed in it. Our objective at ALCHEMEA is to enable you to share in those rewards. Our full time courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge, experience and confidence to compete in this industry to the best of your ability. We aim to produce not graduate students, but industry professionals. We are also proud to be the South of England’s only Digidesign Pro School and an Apple Authorised Training Centre. It is these manufacturer accreditations that provide employers with the guarantee that you are able to manipulate industry standard tools like Pro Tools and Logic Pro quickly and accurately. There are a number of points that distinguish ALCHEMEA from other colleges and courses you may be considering: State of the art equipment: ALCHEMEA has excellent studio facilities and equipment that is regularly updated:

• 5.1 Cinema Dubbing Theatre based around Digidesign’s flagship ICON D-Control work surface

• Euphonix CS3000 control room: Pro Tools HD3 Accel, great outboard (UAD, Lexicon, Eventide etc…) & Otari MTR90 2” tape machine

• SSL G-series control room, valve analogue outboard & Otari MTR90 2” tape machine • Electronic Music Production Room: Mac Pro (8-core), Virus, Nord, NI Komplete, Waves

diamond bundle, UAD-2 DSP card (with all plug-ins) + much more! • Apple Training Room. Every student uses their own 20“ Intel iMac, Digidesign M-box

and Radium Keyboard • Mac Pro (8 core) workstations loaded with UAD-2 DSP Cards (includes all UAD plug-

ins) and the latest music production software including Pro Tools and Logic. • 3 fully routable live recording areas including vocal booth

Practical learning time: There is no substitute for experience. Diploma students at ALCHEMEA have on average at least 30 hours of individual practical time every week, and the studios are open and supervised 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. None of our competitors give you this much studio time to practise techniques, master equipment, and build up confidence and experience. Quality of education: We limit the size of our classes to ten, allowing personal attention for each student. Theory is taught to enhance understanding of equipment operation and audio techniques and to enable you to understand new technology as it appears. Mobile Studio included : Every Diploma student receives an Apple MacBook, Digidesign Mbox 2 Mini (Pro Tools), Rode M3 mic, M-Audio Keyrig 25 midi controller keyboard, cables and pop shield as part of their media pack. We even give you a years free subscription to the excellent Sound on Sound magazine! Educational discounts on equipment: As a student at Alchemea you are able to benefit from the fantastic deals we receive on hardware and software from the leading music tech manufacturers. 40% on Pro Tools LE products and over 60% on Logic Pro. Discounts are also available when buying Cubase, Reason and many other products. ALCHEMEA achieves results. 85% of diploma graduates find employment within 6 months. We are confident that no other audio engineering college offers courses of this quality. Come and visit us, talk to our students and see for yourself. We strongly recommend you visit ALCHEMEA before applying for a course here: our courses are very intensive and may not appeal to everyone. However, if you enjoy hard work in a creative and demanding environment and genuinely intend to achieve success in this industry, then ALCHEMEA will be the right choice for you.

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DIPLOMA COURSE IN STUDIO SOUND ENGINEERING 36 weeks. 1300 Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 300 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 1000 hours of individual supervised practical time. This is our premier audio engineering and music production course that has proven to be very successful in preparing our students for the world of commercial sound engineering. To date over 85% of our Diploma graduates have begun their careers in the professional audio engineering industry. The industry recognises that our graduates have not only the "real world" practical skills but also the right attitude to make a successful employee. We are in our 15th year and during this time we have built up strong links with the top music and post pro studios. We help to match our top students with jobs and 85% of graduates are working in the industry within 6 months of leaving. The ALCHEMEA Diploma focuses on all key aspects of audio engineering including recording techniques, editing and processing techniques, mixing techniques, programming and post-production (sound for moving picture). Candidates will also be introduced to mastering and live sound production and gain a solid understanding of all underlying audio theory, from basic Maths and Physics to advanced Digital Audio concepts. Each student is guaranteed over one thousand hours of individual practical time. This is time to re-enforce knowledge gained, complete practical assignments and undertake own projects. Our studios and workstations, which are equipped to professional standards, are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No other college guarantees students the same level of individual hands on practical activity and around the clock studio access. Diploma Course Aim: This course aims to give the candidate the knowledge and confidence to be able to gain employment in most job roles within the professional audio industry. Learning Outcomes: By the end of the Diploma course, the candidate should be able to:

• Engineer, Record and Mix bands (any style) to a high level of proficiency.

• Produce music to a tight brief whilst being able to retain creativity at all levels.

• Perform basic Mastering of a song to basic expectations.

• Work on multiple projects towards a deadline and project manage their own time and resources.

• Be organised and methodical under pressure.

• Perform advanced MIDI and Audio programming demonstrating an understanding of musical arrangement pertinent to a style of the candidate’s choice (any style) and in-depth knowledge of synthesis tools and advanced sampler programming.

• Produce and mix a post-synchronised 5.1 Dolby Digital soundtrack for a short film clip and author onto DVD.

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The Diploma course is divided into 4 parts. STUDIO SOUND DIPLOMA PART 1 – STUDIO ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE COURSE (SAC) 8-weeks. 251\ Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 75 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 176 hours of individual supervised practical time. This course includes Digidesign’s Pro Tools 101 course. The SAC can also be taken as a stand-alone course. Part 1 Course Aim: This introductory module aims to introduce a beginner to the world of professional audio, including basic concepts, terminology, standard practices, workflow and equipment. This includes basic physics of sound, basic electronics and interconnectivity / signal flow, basic computer operation, basic digital audio concepts, basic MIDI and Synthesis concepts. Upon completion of this part candidates should be capable of immediately assisting in any professional audio environment, avoiding basic mistakes and without needing lengthy training. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, the candidate should be able to:

• Use a Digital Audio workstation (the industry standard Pro Tools) and perform basic tasks

such as setting up a basic session, recording, importing, editing audio and MIDI and saving / archiving the project.

• Use a variety of microphones with circumspection.

• Route a variety of signals through a professional mixing desk.

• Perform basic level / pan balances of a multi-track recording.

• Manipulate audio recordings through a variety of DSP and perform basic programming of a sampler.

• Create Audio CD-Rs, Data CD-Rs, encode Digital Audio files into mp3 files.

• Demonstrate their usefulness when assisting on a recording session.

• Work towards a deadline and project manage their time and resources.

• Be organised and methodical. Check out our SAC syllabus below for a more detailed look at what you will cover in part 1 of the Diploma course:

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STUDIO SOUND DIPLOMA PART 2 10-weeks. 403 Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 75 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 328 hours of individual supervised practical time. This part of the course includes the Digidesign Pro Tools 110 course and the Apple Logic Pro 101 courses. Part 2 Course Aim: The second part of the Diploma course aims to teach candidates the basics of running a recording and mixing session successfully. This includes an overview of advanced audio processing tools (terminology, guidelines, standard practices, workflow and equipment) used with a view to recording and mixing multi-tracked material. Upon completion candidates should be capable of recording a full band (including drums), either in a controlled studio environment or in a ‘live’ scenario, to an acceptable industry level, and perform a competent mix of this recording to basic expectations. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this part of the course, the candidate should be able to:

• Record a full band (any kind of music) onto a professional, industry standard, Analogue Tape

Recorder or Digital Audio Workstation, using a variety of quality microphones and microphone techniques, through industry standard recording consoles.

• Perform an Automated Mix of the recording using industry standard tools and practices.

• Align & synchronise a 24 tracks 2” Tape Machine to Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)

• Make basic decisions in terms of microphone choice and placement, audio editing and processing.

• Use industry standard DAW’s to perform advanced tasks such as processing and mixing audio.

• Perform basic MIDI programming demonstrating an understanding of musical arrangement pertinent to the style chosen (any style) and basic knowledge of synthesis tools.

• Work on multiple projects towards a deadline and project manage their own time and resources.

• Be organised and methodical under pressure.

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STUDIO SOUND DIPLOMA PART 3 8-weeks. 283 Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 75 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 208 hours of individual supervised practical time. Course Aim: This part of the Diploma course aims to introduce the candidate to the fields of Audio Post Production for Film and Television and Electronic Music Production. During this part, candidates will also gain a deeper understanding of the concepts covered during parts 1 and 2, including advanced electronics and interconnectivity / signal flow, advanced microphone techniques, advanced mixing techniques, advanced MIDI programming & synthesis, advanced digital audio concepts. Upon completion candidates should be capable of recording a full band (including drums), either in a controlled studio environment or in a ‘live’ scenario, to a good industry level and perform a competent mix of this recording, as well as use a variety of electronic music production tools. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this part of the course, the candidate should be able to:

• Record and Mix bands (any style) to a higher level of competence and speed, displaying

good use of audio signal processors.

• Confidently make creative decisions in terms of microphone choice and placement, audio editing and processing.

• Perform advanced MIDI and Audio programming demonstrating an understanding of musical arrangement pertinent to the style chosen (any style) and in-depth knowledge of synthesis tools and advanced sampler programming.

• Identify the different roles involved in the Audio Post-Production industry.

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STUDIO SOUND DIPLOMA PART 4 10-weeks. 363 Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 75 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 288 hours of individual supervised practical time. Course Aim: This final part of the Diploma course aims to focus on various aspects of audio production, using the technical knowledge acquired in the previous parts in order to be creative and get the most out of any project. It also aims to consolidate the candidate’s skills and knowledge thus preparing them for the workplace. Upon completion candidates should be capable of recording, mixing and designing sound for moving picture using industry standard techniques and equipment. The final part of the courses also aims to introduce candidates to a range of further studies and career paths including room acoustics and considerations for studio build, understanding the role of a freelancer and the music business (contracts, royalties, basic business practices and legal issues.) Learning Outcomes: By the end of this part of the course, the candidate should be able to:

• Produce, Record and Mix bands (any style) to a high level of proficiency.

• Produce music to a tight brief.

• Perform basic Mastering of a song to basic expectations.

• Choose with circumspection, track-lay and synchronise to a short film clip appropriate sound effects from a digital library.

• Record and edit ADR & Foley to a short film clip.

• Choose with circumspection, edit and synchronise to a short film clip appropriate backing music from a digital library.

• Produce the sound design for a short film clip.

• Mix in 5.1 Surround the post produced audio for a short film clip and encode it to Dolby Digital.

• Import, edit in basic ways and Export Video files to / from DAW.

• Author a DVD with DVD-ROM content. Check out our Diploma syllabus below for a more detailed look at what you will cover as a Diploma student: Remember that on top of this you will have covered everything in the SAC syllabus.

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OTHER INFORMATION Practical Time Each student is guaranteed over one thousand hours of individual practical time. This is time to re-enforce knowledge gained, complete practical assignments and undertake own projects. Our studios and workstations, which are equipped to professional standards, are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Theory Lectures Class sizes are kept to ten or smaller to ensure maximum individual attention from the tutors. There is a theory lecture each weekday lasting 2½ hours (approx) including a break of 20 minutes. Pro Tools The Pro Tools 101 & 110 is included in the ALCHEMEA Diploma course. This Digidesign supported course covers everything you need to know about the basic operation of Pro Tools. It is also possible to integrate the Pro Tools Certified Operator course (201 and 210M ) into the diploma. As a standalone 6-day course this would cost £1500 however this price is discounted to £980 for Diploma students. Diploma students will also receive large amounts of individual practical time in ALCHEMEA's Pro Tools HD training room. Logic Pro The Logic Pro 8 Level 1 course, accompanying book and DVD are included in the Diploma. We also include one attempt at the Apple Logic Level 1 pro-metric exam. One of the main aims of this course is to prepare students for Apple’s Certified Pro examinations. This industry-recognised qualifications are a useful addition to your CV demonstrating that you are a confident and knowledgeable Logic Pro 8 user. The pass mark is 80% and if you pass you become an "Apple Certified Pro" (Level 1). You also get a nice certificate from Apple! Once you have passed you Level 1 exam you can then progress to take Apple’s 3-day “Logic 301 course (Logic 8 Beyond The Basics).” Logic Pro Level One certification also counts towards the new Logic Studio Master Pro certification. Master certification recognizes a user’s skills with the entire Logic Studio product suite. Since workflow is such a significant component, users need certification in at least two of the applications to earn Master Certification. Course Dates We start our Diploma course at four points through the year. Each enrolment is restricted to 20, which in turn is split into 2 classes of 10 students. While all enrolments are usually fully subscribed well in advance of the start date our September / October course is particularly popular. For this enrolment we strongly advise you start progressing your application 6 months in advance of the start date. Course Code Dates 2009.3FD 06 July 2009 to 29 March 2010 2009.4FD 28 September 2009 to 05 July 2010 2010.1FD 04 January to 27 September 2010

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Entry Requirements Due to its intensive nature, the minimum age requirement for the Diploma course is 18. Enrolment is subject to an interview with ALCHEMEA’s College Registrar. If the Registrar has doubts regarding the prospective students suitability for the course then a College Director will hold a second interview. Phone interviews will take place where it is not possible for interviews to be carried out in person. While there are no formal qualification requirements we look for students ideally to have achieved a grade C or above in maths and a science at GCSE level. To strengthen applications we expect that candidates forward documentation to support qualifications and English language certificates. If your application is successful we will also require 2 passport photographs, a copy of your passport (photo page) and for students outside the European Union, a copy of your student VISA. We appreciate that student VISA’s may have to follow closer to the course start date. Media Pack & Mobile Recording Studio As well as adequate blank & storage media to complete the course, Diploma students also receive the following as part of their media pack:

• Apple MacBook 13" White 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo/1GB

• Digidesign MBox 2 Mini

• Rode M3 mic

• M Audio Keyrig 25 Controller Keyboard

• Stand, lead and pop shield Yes - these are yours to keep forever! Financial Assistance For information regarding financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900. Refer to ALCHEMEA’s Registration Agreement for information regarding fees, deferrals and refunds. Course Grading A 3 point grading scale is used - Fail/Pass/Distinction. ALCHEMEA College refers exclusively to industry standards (see Employer Involvement) as the benchmark for Pass/Distinction, where Pass is suitable for work that would be acceptable in the industry, and Distinction is suitable for work that would be acceptable in the industry and shows flair and creativity beyond the basic requirements of the assignment brief. By ensuring that the course directly meets the requirements of employers, the course meets National Occupational Standards, as laid out by Creative and Cultural Skills, the Sector Skills Agency responsible for music. Statement Of Level Equivalence Although ALCHEMEA is an independent college and the Diploma course has been developed independently by recording industry professionals, it is equivalent in all respects to a qualification at level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), and the Qualifications Credit Framework (QCF), and meets (and in some cases exceeds) the definition of a “Diploma” on the QCF. The facilities and resources available at ALCHEMEA far exceed the requirements of a level 3 course, and would put many degree courses to shame.

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Equal Opportunities ALCHEMEA will endeavour not to discriminate, directly or indirectly, against students or potential students on the grounds of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religious or political beliefs, disability, marital status or family circumstances, sexual orientation, age, ex-offender status, social class, HIV status or any other irrelevant criteria. Staff and students at all levels should treat one another with respect and courtesy. Interested? Please contact our friendly College Registrar Tony Garston on +44(0) 20 7359 3986 or email info@ALCHEMEA.com. Tony will be able to answer any questions you have about this course and if required arrange a time for you to visit ALCHEMEA to talk about the courses, see the students in action and check out our amazing facilities. Registration To apply, complete and return an application form together with your registration fee of £500 to: The Registrar, ALCHEMEA, The Windsor Centre, Windsor Street, LONDON. N1 8QG The balance of the course fee is due one month before the course start date. We will let you know within one week if your application has been successful.

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SYLLABUS – Diploma Course in Studio Sound Engineering

Topics covered on the ALCHEMEA Diploma Course (remember the SAC makes up part 1 of the Diploma)

BASIC CONCEPTS Acoustics

Sound Proofing, Acoustic Design, Monitoring Magnetism

Tape Machines, Bias Multi-Track Recording

Concept, Analogue and Digital Recorders, Overdubbing, Session Procedures

MIXING CONSOLES Tracking

Groups & Monitors, Auxilliaries for Headphone Mixes Subgrouping & Bouncing Mixdown

Auxilliaries as Effects Buses, Automation, Insert Sends and Returns

The SSL G Series & Automation v4 Software Features and Operation, SuperCue

The Euphonix CS3000 Assignable Concept, Multiple Ins & Outs per channel, TT007 Machine Control and Synchroniser, ES108A Automatable Dynamics, the Cube for multiple stem mixing, HyperSurround, Snapshots

Command 8 control surface Control Surface, working in an all Digital environment

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY Optimising Computers for Audio use Sequencers & Other Software

Pro-Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Reason, Ableton Live, Reaktor, AutoTune, Software Synthesizers and Samplers

File Management Partitioning Drives, External Media Management

Pro-Tools LE vs TDM, using Logic with a TDM system

Editing Remixing Techniques

MICROPHONES Techniques and Operation

Placement, Choice of Mic, Stereo and Surround Techniques

SYNTHESIS AND SAMPLING Software Synths and Samplers

Virtual Analog, Virtual Modular Making your own synth using Reaktor Techniques

Making your own sounds, which synthesis type should I use?

MIXING TECHNIQUES EQ

Types including Filters, Bandwidth, Q, Slope, Phase, Masking, Tonal Balance

Dynamics Compressors, Gates, Controls, Pumping, Limiting, Multi-Band, Uses of Side-Chains

Reverberation Analogue Techniques, Digital, Controls, Convolution

Effects Types, Principles, Controls

Analysing Commercial CDs MASTERING Techniques

EQ, Compression, Song Play Order, Crossfades File Conversion

Sample Rate Conversion, Dither, Stereo Interleaving Vinyl and CD specifics

STEREO & SURROUND SOUND Human Perception, Localisation

IAD, ITD, HRTF, Haas Effect, Phantom Images Width Enhancement

Extending the MS decode facilities, Shuffling Binaural, Periphonic Sound, 3D Sound Simulation Surround Sound Formats

Quadraphonic, LCRS, Pro-Logic, 5.1, 7.1 Understanding Matrix or Discrete Recording and Mixing in Surround

DIGITAL AUDIO Dither & Noise Shaping Master Clocks and Jitter

Common Clock Principle, Word Clock, Video Sync, Genlock, External Synchronisation

Data Reduction mp3, AAC, AC3, Real Audio, Quicktime…

File Conversion Sample rate conversion, over sampling

Error Correction TIMECODE SYNCHRONISATION AND MACHINE CONTROL Basic Concepts

Frame Rates, SMPTE / EBU / Drop Frame, Message Structure, Bi-Phase Modulation

Timecode Types LTC, MTC, VITC, BITC

Extracting Word Clock from Timecode MMC & MIDI Clock

STUDIO SOUND DIPLOMA SYLLABUS cont… TAPE MACHINES Tape alignment

Test Tapes, Flux level, Overbias, Demagnetising Heads Studer and Otari machines Analogue Noise Reduction

dbx, Dolby A / B / SR MUSIC THEORY, COMPOSITION, ARRANGEMENT Ear training

Intervals, Tonality, Harmonies Scales

Major, Minor, Modes, Extensions Chords

Triads, Sevenths, Ninths, Elevenths, suspended Fourths, Arpeggios

Composition How to use Scales & Chords, Improvisation, Creativity, Tips & Cheats, Transposition, "Music by numbers"

Analysis of Music Arrangement Making MIDI "Real", Using Samples Rhythm & Percussion

Kit mapping, keyboard playing technique POST-PRODUCTION For TV & FILM Sound to Picture

Concept, Many Jobs Sound Design

Manipulation of Audio, Synthesis, Analysing the "Sound Design" aspects in Commercial Productions

ADR Using Digidesign DV Toolkit & VocAlign

Foley Mixing for Film / TV

Surround Sound considerations Authoring your finished movie to a DVD Video File Interchange

EDL Lists, OMFI, AAF Avid Media Station

Basic Video editing, exporting movies to different formats An introduction to Final Cut Pro

DVD Studio Pro, Compressor THE BUSINESS OF MUSIC Who Does What?

The role of Producers, Engineers, Assistants, Session Musicians, Studio Managers, A&R People, Record Company Executives...

Assisting Session Procedure, Making Tea and Coffee (!), Recall Sheets, Track Sheets, DAT machine Operation including IDs

Music Business & Law Managers, Points, Contracts, Royalties

LIVE SOUND Career Opportunities

Freelance, In-House, difference with Studio work

PA Systems

Signal Flow, Multi-Cores, Stage Boxes, Front of House, Crossovers, Graphic EQs and Feedback

Monitors Front of House and Monitors separation, Ringing

Toys Microphones, Effects, Processors, Leads and Connectors

Soundcheck & The Gig!

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STUDIO ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE COURSE (SAC) 8-weeks. 251 Guided Learning Hours separated into:

• 75 hours of lectures in classroom.

• 175 hours of individual supervised practical time. This course includes Digidesign’s Pro Tools 101 course. Course Aim: This introductory module aims to introduce a beginner to the world of professional audio, including basic concepts, terminology, standard practices, workflow and equipment. This includes basic physics of sound, basic electronics and interconnectivity / signal flow, basic computer operation, basic digital audio concepts, basic MIDI and Synthesis concepts. Upon completion of this part candidates should be capable of immediately assisting in any professional audio environment, avoiding basic mistakes and without needing lengthy training. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, the candidate should be able to:

• Use a Digital Audio Workstation (the industry standard Pro Tools) and perform basic tasks

such as setting up a basic session, recording, importing, editing audio and MIDI and saving / archiving the project.

• Use a variety of microphones with circumspection.

• Route a variety of signals through a professional mixing desk.

• Perform basic level / pan balances of a multi-track recording.

• Manipulate audio recordings through a variety of DSP and perform basic programming of a sampler.

• Create Audio CD-Rs, Data CD-Rs, encode Digital Audio files into mp3 files.

• Demonstrate their usefulness when assisting on a recording session.

• Work towards a deadline and project manage their time and resources.

• Be organised and methodical. The SAC is also part 1 of ALCHEMEA's Diploma in Audio Engineering & Production course. Once you have passed the SAC you will be eligible to start on part 2 of the Diploma course.

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OTHER INFORMATION Practical Time Each student is guaranteed over 180 hours of individual practical time. This is time to re-enforce knowledge gained, complete practical assignments and undertake own projects. Our studios and workstations, which are equipped to professional standards, are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Theory Lectures Class sizes are kept to ten or smaller to ensure maximum individual attention from the tutors. There is a theory lecture each weekday lasting 2 ½ hours including a break of 20 minutes. M Box & Pro Tools Le Included With This Course As well as adequate blank & storage media to complete the course, SAC student's also receive A Digidesign M Box Mini with the latest version of Pro Tools LE. Course Dates (Full Time) Course code Dates 2009.3 SAC 06 July to 31 August 2009 2009.4 SAC 28 September to 23 November 2009 2010.1 SAC 04 January to 01 March 2010

Entry Requirements Due to its intensive nature the minimum age requirement for the Studio Assistant Certificate course is 18. Successful enrolment is subject to an interview with ALCHEMEA’s College Registrar. If the Registrar has doubts regarding the prospective students suitability for the course then a College Director will hold a second interview. Phone interviews will take place where it is not possible for interviews to be carried out in person. While there are no formal qualification requirements we look for students ideally to have achieved a grade C or above in maths and a science at GCSE level. To strengthen applications we expect that candidates forward documentation to support qualifications and English language certificates. If your application is successful we will also require 2 passport photographs, a copy of your passport (photo page) and for students outside the European Union, a copy of your student VISA. We appreciate that student VISA’s may have to follow closer to the course start date. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE For information regarding financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900. Refer to ALCHEMEA’s Registration Agreement for information regarding fees, deferrals and refunds. Course Grading A 3 point grading scale is used - Fail/Pass/Distinction. ALCHEMEA College refers exclusively to industry standards (see Employer Involvement) as the benchmark for Pass/Distinction, where Pass is suitable for work that would be acceptable in the industry, and Distinction is suitable for work that would be acceptable in the industry and shows flair and creativity beyond the basic requirements of the assignment brief. By ensuring that the course directly meets the requirements of employers, the

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course meets National Occupational Standards, as laid out by Creative and Cultural Skills, the Sector Skills Agency responsible for music. Equal Opportunities ALCHEMEA will endeavour not to discriminate, directly or indirectly, against students or potential students on the grounds of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religious or political beliefs, disability, marital status or family circumstances, sexual orientation, age, ex-offender status, social class, HIV status or any other irrelevant criteria. Staff and students at all levels should treat one another with respect and courtesy. ALCHEMEA will endeavour not to discriminate, directly or indirectly, against students or potential students on the grounds of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religious or political beliefs, disability, marital status or family circumstances, sexual orientation, age, ex-offender status, social class, HIV status or any other irrelevant criteria. Staff and students at all levels should treat one another with respect and courtesy. INTERESTED? Please contact our friendly College Registrar Tony Garston on +44(0) 20 7359 3986 or email info@ALCHEMEA.com. Tony will be able to answer any questions you have about this course and if required arrange a time for you to visit ALCHEMEA to talk about the courses, see the students in action and check out our amazing facilities. REGISTRATION To apply, complete and return an application form together with your registration fee of £400 to: The Registrar, ALCHEMEA, The Windsor Centre, Windsor Street, LONDON. N1 8QG The balance of the course fee is due one month before the course start date. We will let you know within one week if your application has been successful.

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SYLLABUS – Studio Assistant Certificate Course

Topics covered on the ALCHEMEA Studio Assistant Certificate Course (included in the Diploma Course).

BASIC CONCEPTS What is Sound?

Pitch and Volume, Graphs, Fourier, Fundamentals and Harmonics, Phase

dBs Signal to Noise Ratio, Dynamic Range, use of VU or Peak metering

Frequency Response In human beings and equipment

Electronics Electricity, Components, Circuits, Ohms Law, Impedance, Amplifiers, Basic Maintenance, Soldering Techniques

Magnetism Electromagnetism, Induction

Signal Flow Patchbays, Balanced & Unbalanced Interconnections, Mixing Consoles Layout and Design, Block & Circuit Diagrams

The Studio Control Room, Live Room, Operating Levels

MIXING CONSOLES Basic Principles

Passive & Active Mixers, Split & Inline Designs, Buses Mixdown

Auxilliaries as Effects Buses, Insert Sends and Returns MUSIC TECHNOLOGY Understanding Computers

PCs, Macs, CPU, Motherboard, RAM, ROM, Hard Disks, Formatting, USB & FireWire Devices, Loading Programs, Multi Tasking

Sound Cards and MIDI Interfaces MIDI Concepts

Channels, Polyphony, Multi Timbral Modules, MIDI Messages, Structure of Messages

The Sound Module Hardware and Virtual

Sequencers & Other Software Pro-Tools, Cubase, Kontakt

File Management Navigating File Structures, Saving Data

Pro-Tools LE 101 & 110 (see separate insert) Editing Understanding CDs and DVDs

Data CDs, Audio CDs, Red Book, Orange Book, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD RAM)

MICROPHONES Principles of Operation

Dynamic, Condenser, Valve etc. Polar & Frequency Responses

Pressure, Velocity, Charts Powering

Phantom, Valve, other

SYNTHESIS AND SAMPLING Subtractive Synthesis

Oscillators, Filters, Envelopes, LFOs, FX Sampling

Recording and Shaping your own Samples, Editing, MIDI mapping of samples

FM Synthesis Principles, Operators

Introduction to Additive Synthesis, WaveTable Synthesis, Granular Synthesis

STEREO SOUND Human Perception, Localisation

Phantom Images 2 Speaker Stereo

DIGITAL AUDIO Basic Concepts

Sample Rate, Nyquist theorem, Bit Depth, Anti-Aliasing Filters, Interpolation

PCM vs SACD Dither

MUSIC THEORY, COMPOSITION, ARRANGEMENT Basics on notation

Staff, Pitch and Timing, Rests, Tempo, Time Signature, Bars & Beats

Scales Major, Minor

Chords Triads, Arpeggios

Arrangement

DIPLOMA IN LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING Why train as a Live Sound Engineer at Alchemea? With the music industry relying more and more on live performance for profitability, the scope for employment in the live sound industry is proportionately increasing. Nearly half of all jobs lie in the live sector and the explosion of events and festivals large and small has led to a shortage of competent, trained live sound engineers. Record labels have also adjusted their strategies to put live events at the heart of their business models. After all, a gig is one product you can't pirate. Alchemea have therefore developed an exiting new Live Sound course. This will be an extremely intensive practically focused 4-month program, which can be taken in addition to our SAC and Diploma courses or as a stand-alone module. Course Aim: The Live Sound Course aims to produce confident, skilled and employable personnel for the live sound industry – from Rock and Roll venues and hire companies, to theatre and corporate functions. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Work safely with a clear understanding of the Health and Safety at Work regulations

• Confidently set up both small and large sound systems and configure them as per requirements (separate monitor and front of house/monitors run from front of house)

• Understand the principles and have practiced mixing both front of house and monitors, including using live musicians

• Confidently “ring out” a system to prevent feedback • Understand the nature of sound and make intelligent decisions

regarding loudspeaker placement, mix position placement and the best way to approach a space

• Be familiar with the standard range of microphones found in almost all live situations, know how to select the best microphone for the job and how to get the best sound out of it

• Have an in-depth understanding of cabling and connectors and be able to make up and maintain their own

• Understand how to safely distribute mains power on a stage • Have an in-depth understanding of analogue mixers and two commonly

found digital mixers (the Yamaha M7CL and Digidesign Venue) • Understand and effectively use: EQ, Dynamics (compressors, limiters

and gates) and all kinds off effects • Understand how sound systems are put together and how to design

their own to a given set of requirements • Understand how to find the fault in a system that is not working

• Do a live multi-track recording in Protools via the Digidesign desk • Have a basic understanding of loudspeaker design, and how to match

amplifiers and loudspeakers • Analyse a system within a space • Understand the processes involved in rigging a large system • Perform a Risk Assessment • Have a basic knowledge of live sound for theatre and be introduced to

this discipline as a possible career path • Understand how a big show is put together, the personnel and roles

involved and procedures for “getting in” and “getting out” • Have a basic understanding of lighting in order to make our graduates

more employable in small venues • Set up DJs properly for club nights • Run, as a group, a three-bands-and-a-DJ night from scratch. Students

will be able to effectively communicate with the artistes, decide on the PA and monitor requirements, organise running orders for soundchecks and performances, stage manage the night, run all the mixes and pack away properly

Here is what you will cover (Theoretical lectures):

• Health & Safety • Nature of sound • Capturing sound: Mics and Dis • Interconnections and cable maintenance/repair • Mains power • Analogue mixing consoles and outboard (Midas XL3) • Terminology, signal flow, EQ, Dynamics, FX, Routing • Mixing Monitors • Mixing FOH • Wireless mics and in-ear monitoring • Digital Theory • Digital mixing consoles (Yamaha LS9 and Digidesign Venue) • Recording shows • Sound systems – from artist to loudspeakers • Loudspeaker design (cabinets) • Sound system design (point source v line array) • Analysing PA • Analysing rooms • Specing PAs for events • Rigging • Onstage patching • Theatre • Lighting for Sound People • Surround Sound • Getting work, freelance working practice • Advanced scenarios • Tricks of the Trade

Practical Work

• Health & Safety • Students will be setting up and breaking down the PA in various

configurations every day. • Microphone techniques • Soldering and cable maintenance • DJ set-ups • Signal flow practice on all mixing consoles • Feedback control • FX parameters • Dynamics • Setting up separate FOH and monitor systems • Setting up FOH and monitors to be operated from FOH • Practice with wireless mic, in-ears and frequency changing • Mixing practice – both FOH and monitors, using multi-track playback

and live musicians • Analogue and digital comparisons • Using the mixing consoles in different set-ups • Recording shows – both simple 2-track and multitrack- with live band • Delay stacks • Taking apart loudspeakers to see how they work

Digidesign 210V VENUE Training Included Digidesign's offical VENUE 210V course and certification exam are integrated into our Live Sound Diploma Course. This module focuses on configuration, operation, mixing techniques and record/playback with Pro Tools systems. Gaining 210V certification will boost your CV and ultimately make you more employable. Safety Passport Crew involved in the production of live events should have a solid grasp of Health & Safety regulations. The Alchemea Live Sound Toolkit Our Live Sound Course students will gain an recognised "Safety Passport" through the Safety Pass Alliance and the Production Services Association (PSA). It is essential that a good live sound engineer has the correct tools for the job. We provide all Live Sound Course students with a multmeter, multitool, maglight, ear protectors, sharpie and electrical tape (and a crew t-shirt). Our Venue The Fridge in Brixton will be the home for their new Live Sound Diploma Course. The management of The Fridge in Brixton has been taken back into the safe hands of owners Andrew Czezowski and Susan Carrington, and is currently being dusted down and spruced up as a major live music venue once again.

With the demise of the Astoria following Transport for London's Crossrail development, The Fridge in Brixton is one of only a handful of decent mid-size venues left in the capital and one of only two fully independent operations (NOT part of any major chain of venues!) Equidistant to Brixton's Tube station with the O2 Academy (turn left out of the tube instead of right!), the 1,100 capacity Fridge boasts fantastic acoustics and perfect sightlines for all 1,100 customers – as old cinemas always do – and an 80 capacity VIP bar that can double as an after-show / album launch / acoustic room. Alchemea has installed a world class PA system which will be looked after by one of the industry’s leading live sound engineers, Alan “Nobby” Hopkinson. The Fridge’s management is currently working with top event promoter Barry Marshall-Everitt (ex-Borderline & Mean Fiddler) to ensure that students gain plenty of practical experience of concert productions as they happen. In the words of Barry they will see “the good, the bad and sometimes the down right ugly......perfect training.” The History of The Fridge Having begun their careers as seminal live rock gig promoters Andrew Czezowski, [ex-manager of the Damned, Generation X with Billy Idol, Adam Ant etc.] and Susan Carrington then opened the Fridge in Brixton in 1981. Andrew & Susan had previously established "The Roxy", the world’s first punk club in Covent Garden London in 1976/77. The Fridge hosted the first gigs of acts such as the Pet Shop Boys, Jimmy Sommerville & Bronski Beat, Sade, Nick Cave with The Bad Seeds and Marc Almond, and later promoted everyone from The Sun Ra Arkestra (their last ever gig in the UK), to Eartha Kitt, Grace Jones, St Etienne, Roy Ayers, Gil Scott-Herron, Nico, (unfortunately also her last gig ever) and Take That. With Robbie. The Fridge additionally won a reputation for world famous club nights such as Talkin' Loud and Soul II Soul, and then drove the explosion of rave in the 90’s by becoming the home for long-running trance nights Escape from Samsara, Return to the Source, Pendragon and Logic. Gay night Love Muscle pushed buttons and boundaries to such an extent it changed the direction of Gay night clubbing. Andrew and Susan also created the most successful Lesbian club in the World, first with Eves Revenge, followed by Venus Rising, regularly attracting 1100 lesbian clubbers every month. In January of 2004 Andrew and Susan let out the Fridge and took a long deserved break until November 3rd 2008, when they took back full management and ownership of the best club in London, located in Brixton, the capital of live music in South London. Andrew & Susan's collaboration with Alchemea heralds a new and exiting chapter in Fridge's colourful story.

Live Sound Course Industry Partners Confirmed

Alchemea are pleased to confirm that Yamaha, Midas, Digidesign, d&b audiotechnik & The Production Services Association (PSA) make up the initial list of official industry partners. We are working closely with our partners who are at the forefront of the live sound industry to ensure that the skills you learn are the ones that are needed for you to be a instantly useful resource at a gig. Digidesign Alchemea are Europe's number one Pro School so including Digidesign VENUE D-Show training into our new live sound course was a no-brainer. Digidesign® VENUE is a state-of-the-art live sound production environment that delivers studio-grade sound, unprecedented reliability, powerful performance, and complete ease of use. From intuitive control surfaces and easy-to-use D-Show® software to Pro Tools® integration and the widest array of TDM processing at your fingertips, VENUE is shaping the future of live sound. The VENUE will be our front of house system and as a student you will take the 220V VENUE Certification Course as part of your studies. The VENUE series has the unique ability to connect directly to Pro Tools HD or LE systems. With the recording of live shows becoming an increasingly popular and important facet of the live production process our Venue with its HD system will give our students all the experience they need in this area. http://www.digidesign.com/index.cfm?navid=20&langid=100& Midas Midas has been designing and manufacturing live performance analogue and digital audio mixing consoles for the world's most demanding live sound engineers, performers and production rental companies since the early 1970s. In addition to our highly regarded classic analogue XL3, Midas will be teaching our students on the revolutionary XL8 digital console the ultimate in Live Sound Performance and the new PRO 6. Midas represent for many Live Sound Engineers the ultimate in desk design. http://www.midasconsoles.com/ Yamaha Yamaha's M7CL Digital Mixing Console is an industry standard for mid-range live sound mixing. Yamaha will be bringing the M7CL "School" to our venue to teach students the ins and outs of the desk operation including the powerful

"Centralogic™ interface. Students will also get plenty of practical time on the desk to put it through its paces in a working environment. In addition to the M7CL Yamaha will be training our students on their other popular consoles from the LS9 to the high end PM5D. Our students will finish the course with confident working knowledge of these ubiquitous industry standard consoles. http://www.yamaha.com/ca/home.html?CTID=560522 d&B audiotechnik Alchemea have installed a top spec d&B audiotechnik J-series line array system in their new venue. d&b audiotechnik has been developing, manufacturing and distributing loudspeaker systems since 1981. The company operates internationally in the field of electro acoustics to produce high quality products for reinforcement of speech and music. Through the amalgamation of technological developments, system integration principals, quality of construction and standards of service, d&b right from the outset realized a concept, that includes all aspects of design, development, manufacture and support: the d&b System reality. d&b's loudspeakers are used globally in rental and installation markets for events, multimedia, musicals, concert halls, theatres, opera houses, broadcast and everything from the smallest conference room to the largest stadium. Following installation our working venue “The Fridge” will boast one of the best sound systems in the country. http://www.dbaudio.com The Production Services Association (PSA) The PSA is the trade association for companies and individuals involved in the live event production industry. The aim of the PSA is to represent, improve, educate and develop the business of technical production for live events. This is achieved by pooling the knowledge of the entire industry to create a single voice for the industry and a central resource for its members. www.psa.org.uk Course Duration: 4-months full time intensive (5 days p/week +) This course can be taken on it's own or in combination with our Diploma or Studio Assistant Certificate Course (SAC). How do I enrol? We are already taking advanced bookings for our first course, which is due to start 1 June 2009. Seats on this course are limited to 16 per enrolment. The Live Sound Certificate Course can also be taken as an add-on to our Studio

Assistant Certificate Course and our Diploma. The discounted prices are detailed below. To make an advanced booking for our first course or to register interest please email info@alchemea.com Course Prices £4,900 (stand alone) £4,000 (when taken with the Alchemea "Diploma") £4,500 (when taken with the Alchemea SAC (Studio Assistant Certificate)) * We are discounting our first course by 20% to £3920. As it is our first course running over the Summer there is a chance that the class size will be undersubscribed which means that you will get even more attention and practical time. Course Start Dates: Course Code: 2009.2LSC 1st June 2009 to 18th September 2009 Course Code: 2009.3LSC 28th September 2009 to January 29th 2010 (this will include a 2-week break over the Christmas holiday) Course Code: 2010.1LSC 8th February to 28th May 2010 We limit our enrolment to 16 students so please aim to enrol 3-month in advance to avoid disappointment. BELOW ARE SOME POINTS THAT SET US APART FROM OTHER LIVE SOUND COURSES YOU MAY BE CONSIDERING: Quality, diversity and experience of teaching staff: Our very intensive 4-month course offers comprehensive practical and theoretical coverage of all aspects of live sound engineering. Our tutors have been there, done it and blagged the t-shirt. As well as using experienced in-house tutors who are still actively involved in the industry you will also be taught by freelance live sound professionals of high industry standing. Alchemea’s live sound tutors have worked at the highest level with large international acts including Tool, Van Morrison, Razorlight, Tori Amos, Estelle, Rage Against The Machine, Biffy Clyro, Editors, Franz Ferdinand, White Stripes, Stereophonics and many more... Small class sizes We limit our live sound class size to 16 students to ensure personal attention and maximum practical time. From the Summer of 2009 we will be starting our live sound course at 3 points throughout the year so in total there will only be 48 seats available every year. We are taking advanced bookings so please

get in touch ASAP if you are interested in securing a place for our first enrolment next Summer. Industry standard equipment & facilities: Our venue is equipped with one the countries best PA, monitor system, three different consoles, mains distribution and all else that is needed to emulate real-life situations in a safe environment. We also have a smaller PA which reflects what you may find in a pub or smaller working venue. Practical, Practical, Practical It is Alchemea's philosophy that you learn by doing. This is especially pertinent for learning about Live Sound. It is essential that our graduates can build and break down PA's, solder cables and troubleshoot confidently with their eyes closed. While morning class will be spent studying live sound theory, afternoons will be dedicated to related practical work. Field Trips Numerous field trips will be taken to see the real world in action. You will visit loudspeaker and console manufacturers, watch a big gig go into a large venue and witness rigging in action from close-up. Industry Links As an educational institution we pride ourselves at being up-to-date with industry standards and practices, and keeping abreast with products and trends in the industry. Our relationship with various manufacturers and hire companies ensures we stay in touch with the latest equipment and technologies, and the fact that all our tutors are still active in the industry ensures the course stays relevant to today’s realities. Work Experience Work experience will also be offered within various London venues. Students will have the opportunity to assist on real gigs in real situations. We will also run two nights during the course at a comprehensive functioning London venue, where students will be entirely responsible for the running of the night. This will incorporate producing a show with three bands and a DJ. It’s intensive The live sound industry is a highly rewarding yet demanding place to work. Our course will prepare you for the realities of the industry. Interested? If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit to Alchemea in Islington Or The Fridge in Brixton to discuss this course further, contact Tony Garston or Mike Sinnott on 020 7359 3986 or email info@alchemea.com

ALCHEMEA IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGIDESIGN Alchemea are proud to work in partnership with Digidesign to deliver their excellent Pro Tools training curriculum. Alchemea is Europe's foremost Digidesign Pro School and offer up to “Expert Level” training for both music and post production. Recent clients include the BBC, C4, ITV Anglia, BSkyB, Air Studios (and many more). We have also provided training for teachers from all over the world. Our instructors are Pro Tools experts as well as being very experienced in their respective fields. Not only do students learn how to use Pro Tools in depth but our instructors will also frame the training within the context of the industry. Alchemea’s facilities are also second to none and include numerous TDM systems, work surfaces, Avid video equipment and an ICON based 5.1 cinema dubbing theatre.

Alchemea offer the following Digidesign Modules:

• 101 “Introduction to Pro Tools” • 110 “Essentials of Pro Tools” (includes a free plug-in) • 201 “Pro Tools Production Essentials” • 210M “Music Production Techniques” • 210P “Post Production Techniques” • 310M “Expert Music Production Techniques” • 310P “Expert Post Production Techniques” • 310i “Advanced ICON Mixing Techniques”

We include the 101 and 110 modules with the Alchemea Diploma course. For an additional cost, students also have the option to integrate the 201 and 210 (Operator Certification). These additional modules run concurrent to the later stages of the Diploma course. Check out our price sheet for all the available options. If a Diploma student then wishes to study up Expert level (310) they can take these additional modules as a short course after the Diploma program and receive a 30% discount. Alchemea Student’ can also make great savings on hardware and software direct through Digedesign’s Training & Education Store.

THE PRO TOOLS 101: INTRODUCTION TO PRO TOOLS2 The Pro Tools 101:Introduction to Pro Tools covers basic Pro Tools principles, giving you everything you need to complete a Pro Tools project, from initial set up to final mixdown. This course focuses on Pro Tools 8 software and covers a multitude of new functions and feature enhancements. Whether your project involves recording of live instruments, MIDI sequencing of software synthesizers, or audio editing or region looping, this course will give you the basic skills to succeed. Topics include:

• Background information and introduction to Pro Tools • Getting inside Pro Tools • Creating your first session • Making your first audio recording • Importing media into your session • Making your first MIDI recording • Selecting and navigating • Basic editing techniques • Basic mixing techniques • Finishing your work • Music hands-on project • Post hands-on project • Course Completion, exam, and certificate options

Course Length While Pro Tools 101 can be completed through self study, Digidesign recommends obtaining hands-on experience through an instructor-led class offered by one of our official training partners. 16 to 24 course hours. If you already have a very good knowledge of the basics you can skip the 101 course and start on the 110. If you decide to do this we would however advise that you buy and work through the 101 book, which can be bought online (click here) at Amazon. Prerequisites Basic computer skills and some audio recording knowledge, such as a basic understanding of recording techniques, processes, and equipment. Two days (16–20 course hours) Course Times & Availability (10am to 6pm) Click here for course scheduled dates and availability.

PRO TOOLS 110: ESSENTIALS OF PRO TOOLS Pro Tools 110: Essentials of Pro Tools provides a more detailed look at the Pro Tools system. This course covers all the key concepts and skills needed to operate a Pro Tools LE system. The course provides the foundation for the later 200-series Pro Tools Music Production and Post Production courses. Topics include:

• Getting started — Configuring your studio and session • Controlling Pro Tools — Understanding and using external controllers • Managing session data and media files • Recording MIDI and audio — Loop recording and advanced techniques • Working with timescales and virtual instruments • Working with Elastic Audio • Editing & quantizing MIDI and audio • Audio editing and file management techniques • Additional editing techniques — Region looping, using Beat Detective • Automation — Enabling, playing, viewing, and editing automation data • Mixing — Using sends, returns, plug-ins, Master Faders, and groups

Free Plug-in with the Pro Tools 110 Enroll and attend the official Pro Tools 110 course at any official Digidesign Training Partner Facility and choose one free plug-in from the following group of Digidesign plug-ins:

• Synchronic • Hybrid • SoundReplacer • Maxim • Smack! LE • DigiTranslator 2

Prerequisites Basic computer skills, some audio recording knowledge, and basic Pro Tools familiarity. Pro Tools 101: Introduction to Pro Tools is intended as a prerequisite for taking the 110 course. Passing the 101 exam is required before taking the 110 exam. Course Length: Three days (24–30 course hours) Course Times & Availability (10am to 6pm) Click here for scheduled course dates and availability.

Pro Tools 201: Pro Tools Production Essentials Pro Tools 201: Pro Tools Production Essentials covers the core concepts and skills needed to operate a Digidesign Pro Tools|HD system in a professional studio environment. Topics include:

• Introducing Pro Tools|HD — Component parts of an HD system, HD technology, the 48-bit mixer

• Customizing Pro Tools — Optimizing the system, I/O setup, preferences • Session configuration and navigation — voice allocation, disk allocation, auto

scrolling to tracks • Session management — DigiBase browsers, locating and relinking missing

files • Selection techniques — Creating timeline and edit selections, nudging and

shifting, auditioning • Editing — Alternate tools, auto fades, advanced nudging techniques • Automation — HD automation modes, using AutoMatch, automating plug-ins • Mixing with Pro Tools|HD — Solo modes, VCA Master tracks, in-depth plug-in

usage, DSP-induced delays • Finishing the session — Creating a final mixdown, using PhaseScope

Prerequisites

• Pro Tools 101: Introduction to Pro Tools • Pro Tools 110: Essentials of Pro Tools

This course continues to build on the fundamental concepts and topics covered in the Pro Tools 100-series courses. Access to the 201 exam requires passing all previous exams. Course Length: Two days (16-20 course hours) 10am to 6pm (approx) Course Times & Availability (10am to 6pm) Click here for scheduled course dates and availability.

PRO TOOLS 210M: MUSIC PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES Pro Tools 210M: Music Production Techniques covers techniques for working with Pro Tools systems in a professional music production environment. Concepts and skills learned in 101, 110, and 201 are reinforced with practical music-specific examples. Topics include:

• Preparing a session — Matching session tempo to audio, using external MIDI devices, MIDI Beat Clock

• Tracking and overdubbing — Using Dynamic Transport, QuickPunch and TrackPunch, monitor modes, comping multiple takes

• Virtual instruments — Controlling VIs with control surfaces & MIDI controllers, routing multiple outputs from plug-ins

• Advanced MIDI production — MIDI Editor, MIDI real-time properties, Score Editor and score setup

• Professional editing techniques • Sampling in Pro Tools — Using software samplers • Professional audio editing techniques — Editing with Dynamic Transport,

custom fades, Beat Detective for multitrack drums • Key and tempo — Advanced tempo editing, graphic tempo editor, changing

linearity display mode, working with key changes • Arranging and producing — Window Configurations, replacing regions,

playlist editing, song arrangement • Mixing and automation — Delay compensation, MIDI offsets, Snapshot

automation (aka, static mixer automation), Trim automation • Printing your mix — MP3/WMA export, mirrored outputs, synchronizing with

an external recorder • Synchronization concepts (appendix)

Prerequisites

• Pro Tools 101: Introduction to Pro Tools • Pro Tools 110: Essentials of Pro Tools • Pro Tools 201: Pro Tools Production Essentials • Access to certification exams require that previous exams have been passed.

Course Length: Three days (24-30 course hours) Course Times & Availability (10am to 6pm) Click here for scheduled course dates and availability.

PRO TOOLS 210P: POST PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES Pro Tools 210P: Post Production Techniques covers techniques for working with Pro Tools in a professional post production environment. Concepts and skills learned in 101, 110, and 201 are reinforced with practical post-specific examples. Topics include:

• Synchronizing Pro Tools for audio post — Digidesign SYNC peripherals, loop sync, clock vs. positional reference, setting frame rates

• Linear video in Pro Tools — 9-pin control of Pro Tools, Spot mode in post production, timestamps, replacing regions

• Non-linear video in Pro Tools — QuickTime video, Blackmagic card, Avid DNA, digital video in Pro Tools, spotting with non-linear video

• Importing digital media into the Pro Tools timeline — QuickTime video, Avid-compatible media, OMF/AAF (with DigiTranslator 2.0), MXF media

• Working with the Video track — Video track features, Video window options, editing options, Video Universe window

• Recording dialog in Pro Tools — Dialog and ADR workflow, track compositing, playlist display options

• Dialog editing techniques — The role of a dialog editor, dialog and ADR editing workflow, syncing dialog, adding room tone, cleaning up dialog

• Organizing your session — Working with Digibase catalogs, organizing sessions for mixing, creating sub-groups, importing session data attributes

• Mixing to picture — Mixing terminology, large-scale mixing, session signal flow, using plug-ins for post production, writing static (snapshot) automation, trim automation

• Layback options — Linear layback workflow, non-linear layback (export options), export for web delivery or final evaluation

• Synchronization concepts (appendix) • Mixing and DSP usage (appendix) • Advanced Authoring Format and Media Exchange Format (appendix) • Analog and digital television standards (appendix)

Prerequisites

• Pro Tools 101: Introduction to Pro Tools • Pro Tools 110: Essentials of Pro Tools • Pro Tools 201: Pro Tools Production Essentials • Access to certification exam only when previous exams have been passed.

Course Length: Three days (24-30 course hours). Course Times & Availability (10am to 6pm) Click here for scheduled course dates and availability.

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ALCHEMEA COLLEGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH APPLE

Alchemea are one of Europe’s premier Apple Authorised Training Centres and deliver certified Logic Pro, Soundtrack Pro and Final Cut Pro short courses.

The Logic Pro 8 Level 1 course, accompanying book and DVD are included in the Alchemea Diploma. We also include one attempt at the Apple Logic Level 1 pro-metric exam. One of the main aims of this course is to prepare students for Apple’s Certified Pro examinations. This industry-recognised qualifications are a useful addition to your CV demonstrating that you are a confident and knowledgeable Logic Pro 8 user. The pass mark is 80% and if you pass you become an "Apple Certified Pro" (Level 1). You also get a nice certificate from Apple!

Logic 101: “ An Introduction to Logic Express 8 and Logic Pro 8”

Course Description

This course is integrated into the Alchemea Diploma and introduces students to the primary features and basic user interface of Logic Pro. Students learn how to generate a customized audio and midi configuration that will seamlessly integrate with their own personal production studio. Students also create their own song using Logic Pro’s comprehensive array of software instruments, Apple Loops and DSP effects. In-depth lessons will cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user defined key commands, automation, scoring to picture and surround mixing. This course uses the Apple Pro Training Series book (and DVD) “ Logic Pro 8 and Logic Express 8,” by David Nahmani.

Certification

One of the main aims of this course is to prepare students for Apple’s Certified Pro examinations. These industry-recognised qualifications are a useful addition to your CV demonstrating that you are a confident and knowledgeable Logic Pro 8 user. At Alchemea we include one attempt at the Level 1 Logic Pro Certification Exam as part of this course.

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The pass mark is 80% and if you pass you become an "Apple Certified Pro" (Level 1). You also get a nice certificate from Apple! Once you have passed you Level 1 exam you can then progress to take Apple’s 3-day “Logic 301 course (Logic 8 Beyond The Basics).” While this module is not included in the Diploma, students can take it as a weekend course and also benefit from a 30% discount off the short course list price. Logic Pro Level One certification also counts towards the new Logic Studio Master Pro certification. Master certification recognizes a user’s skills with the entire Logic Studio product suite. Since workflow is such a significant component, users need certification in at least two of the applications to earn Master Certification. The Alchemea Apple Store Alchemea students also have access to the “Alchemea Apple Store” and enjoy Massive Savings on Apple products. The good news is that you can buy Logic Studio for £125 (rrp £319).

COURSE OUTLINE:

Lesson 1: Making Music with Logic

Making Music with Logic Launching Logic, Exploring the interface, Navigating the Song, Zooming, Previewing and using Loops, Building an arrangement, Mixing, and Exporting the mix

Lesson 2: Recording Audio

Recording Audio Digital Audio Recording Settings, Recording a Single Instrument, Recording Additional Takes, Recording Takes in Cycle Mode, Recording Multiple Tracks, Recording Additional Takes on Multiple Tracks, Punching in and out (Auto and On the Fly), Adjusting Recording settings and Adjusting Metronome Settings

Lesson 3: Editing Audio

Editing Audio Deleting Unused Audio Files, Importing Audio Files with the Browser, Comping Takes, Flatten Take Folder, Using Fades and Crossfades, Resizing an Audio Region, Moving an Edit Point, Cleaning a Noisy take, and Using the Sample Editor

Lesson 4: Recording MIDI

Recording MIDI Using Software Instruments, Quantizing a Recording, Using External MIDI Hardware, Merging New Recordings, Recording Additional Takes, Layering Instruments, and Splitting a Keyboard to Control Two Instruments

Lesson 5: Editing & Programming MIDI

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Editing and Programming MIDI Importing MIDI Files, Editing in the Piano Roll Editor, Editing in the Score Editor, Editing in the Hyper Editor, Editing MIDI Continuous Controller Events, and Cleaning a MIDI Recording

Lesson 6: Programming Drums

Programming Drums Programming a Drum Beat, Editing Velocity and Accents, Humanizing a Pattern and Creating a Snare Roll

Lesson 7: Manipulating Tempo and Time Stretching

Manipulating Tempo and Time Stretching Adjusting a Song’s Tempo to a Loop, Adjusting a Loop’s Tempo to a Song, Tempo Changes and Curves, Time-stretching Audio, Time-stretching MIDI, Using Apple Loops, Creating Blue and Green Apple Loops, Adding Apple Loops to a Lop Browser and Using the Follow Tempo Function

Lesson 8: Arranging the song

Arranging the Song Using the Grid, Inserting Time Signature Changes, Using the Catch Function, Using the Skip Cycle Mode, Cutting Regions, Repeating Sections, and Using Aliases to Build an Arrangement

Lesson 9: Mixing

Mixing Preparing for Mixing, Using the Mixer, Individual Channel Strips for Ultrabeat, Using the Library, Using Plug-ins, Using Buses, Reading the Meters, Exporting your Mix, Burning a CD and Exporting Individual Tracks

Lesson 10: Automating the Mix and Using Control Surfaces

Automating the Mix and Using Control Surfaces Region- vs. Track-based Automation, Writing and Editing Offline Automation, Recording Online Automation, and Using External Controllers Lesson 11: Scoring Movies Scoring Movies Basic Settings, Importing a Movie File, Detecting Scene Cuts, Manipulating the Grid, and Exporting your Movie Soundtrack

Lesson 12: Troubleshooting Logic

Troubleshooting Logic Getting Sound Out and In, Getting MIDI Out and In, Recovering Deleted Audio or MIDI Regions, Reading the System Performance Meter, Basic Computer Maintenance Steps, and Adding Third Party Plug-ins Level 1 Certification Exam Time will be allocated for students to sit their online Logic Level 1 exam. The pass mark is 80%.

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ALCHEMEA STUDIO FACILITIES (Open & supervised 24/7) Studio One – EUPHONIX CS3000 Euphonix CS3000 digitally controlled analogue mixing console with 32 Active DI Boxes / 24 Automatable Multi-Dynamics Units and the Cube for surround mixing Digidesign Pro Tools HD3 Accel with literally thousands of pounds worth of high end plug-ins (inc Sonnox & McDSP) 3 x Digidesign 96/IO converters and Sync I/O Otari MTR 90 MKII. 2" 24 track analogue multitrack Apple Mac G5 & 23" active-matrix Liquid crystal Cinema Display Apple Logic Studio (Logic Pro 8) Custom designed Dynaudio main speakers / Genelec 8040A & Yamaha NS10M near-field monitors Thule and SMA Amplification UAD 6176 Channel Strip (Tube Channel & 1176 compressor) Lexicon 300 Digital effects processor Lexicon PCM 80 Digital effects processor Eventide H3000 D/SX Dynamic Ultra-Harmonizer T C Electronics D - Two digital delay effects processor Roland R880 dual digital reverb, with graphic remote Vintage Roland SVC 350 Analogue vocoder Ensoniq DP/4 Parallel digital effects processor Aphex Type C Aural exciter Francinstein stereo enhancement system Roland A880 MIDI Patchbay Tascam DA30 Mk II DAT machine Marantz CD5000 CD player Large, day-lit, air-conditioned room Studio Two – SOUNDCRAFT 1624 Soundcraft Series 1624 24x16x16x2 mixing console Apple Mac G5 Digidesign 002 & Pro Tools LE Dynaudio BM5 & Yamaha NS10M monitors - Quad / SMA amplification Fostex D5 DAT machine CD player, Aiwa AD-F450 cassette deck Lexicon LXP 15 digital reverb Alesis XT digital reverb Bel BF-20 analogue flanger Deltalab ADM 4096 digital delay line Audio & Design F760RS two channel FET dynamic processors EXR aural exciter 2 x Behringer MDX2100 composer - compressor / limiter / gate Behringer XR2400 Autoquad - four channel expander / gate Studio Three – SOUNDCRAFT DC2000 Programming Room Soundcraft DC2000 with FLYING FADERS Automation Apple 8 core Mac Pro 2.8 GHz (4gb RAM) 2 x Apple 20” Cinema Display UAD-2 Solo DSP card (all pugs included!) Digidesign 002 Rack with Pro Tools LE Alesis AI3 ADAT interface Genelec 8030A monitors & 7050A Sub Bass Access Virus Classic, Nord Rack 2 Roland XV5080 (SRX Keys), MOTU Mid Express XT USB (Mac) M-Audio Radium 49 Controller Keyboard Pro Tools LE, Logic Studio, Cubase 4, Ablelton Live, Reason, Phat Factory, NI Komplete, Waves Diamond Bundle, Spectrasonics Trilogy Lexicon LXP 15 Mk. II Digital reverb Alesis Quadraverb GT Digital multi effects processor TWO x Behringer MDX2100 composer compressor / limiter / gate, Behringer Virtualizer Pro Effeccts Unit Alesis MEQ230 two channel graphic equaliser Drawmer DS201 two channel filter gate Deltalab ADM 4096 digital delay line Aphex Type B aural exciter Studio Four – ICON 5.1 Cinema Dubbing Theatre Large, air-conditioned sound to picture Post Production Dubbing Theatre with extensive quadratic diffusion to simulate a standard motion picture mixing environment. Stewart THX certified acoustically transparent Cinema Screen with projection system. Genelec 5.1 surround speaker system comprising of 5 Genelec 8040s and a 7070a sub bass management system. Digidesign Icon Large Format Mixing Work surface featuring the following components: 16 Fader D Control with XMON and Surround Sound Panning option, AppleMAC DP G5 with Digidesign HD 3Accel, Sync I/O, 192 I/O, 96 I/O, Pre remote controlled preamps, Avid Mojo Video Capture & Playback

system for Pro Tools with Media Station software. PAL Video ref generator. High quality HD plug in selection optimised for post production examples being Vocalign, Sonic No Noise and Virtual Katy 2. Sound effects library with over 7,000 FX. DVD Player for referencing purposes. Cinema seating for ten people. Studio Five – SSL G-series Solid State Logic 4000 G series automated console (V G4.00) Apple Mac Pro with Logic Studio MOTU 2408 mk3 I/O Acoustic Energy AE22-04 & Yamaha NS10M near-field monitors TC Electronic M5000 Digital Mainframe FX processor TC Electronic D2 24 bit Multitap Rythym Delay TC Electronic M1XL 24 bit Multi FX Lexicon LXP 15 Mk. II Digital reverb Sony D7 Sound Processor Aphex 204 Aural Exiter TLAudio 5013mk2 Parametic EQ TLAudio Ivory 5021mk2 dual valve compressor TLAudio Classic PA1 Dual Mic Pre LA Audio Quad Gates Otari MTR 90 MKII. 2" 24 track analogue multitrack Tascam DA30 Mk. II DAT, Sony cassette deck Studio Six – PRO TOOLS HD TRAINING ROOM 2 x Pro Tools HD 2 Accel with Digi Pre Amps, Sync 1/O & Midi I/O Digidesign D-Command control surface Digidesign (NEW) C|24 control surface Sony DSR 1800P DVCAM VTR Avid V10 & Avid Mojo AV Systems Black & Burst Generator & VTR Apple Mac G5 Hewlett Packard Dual Proc PC optimised for Avid systems. LG 42” LCD 1080p True High Definition monitor screen 2 x Dell 20” LCD Display & TFT Video Monitor. Mackie HR624 5.1 monitoring (with China Cones stands) Apple Training Room 10 x Intel 20” iMac computers running Pro Tools LE, Logic Studio, Ableton Live, Reason, Recycle & Final Cut Studio, 10 x Digidesign M Box & M Audio Radium 49 MIDI controller keyboards Recording Areas Room 1 - 225 sq.ft. Day-lit. (Daylit, Window to Studio1) Room 2 - 150 sq.ft. Day-lit. (Daylit, Windows to Studios 1 & 3) Room 3 - 70 sq.ft. (Vocal Room / Cinema Link) Room 4 - 300 sq.ft. (Daylit, Window to Studio 5) All live areas can be patched to any of the control rooms via a central patching room. Music Technology Workstations 6 x Apple 8 core Mac Pro 2.8 GHz (4gb RAM) + 20” Apple Cinema Display 6 x Digidesign M Box (Pro Tools LE) 6 x M Audio Radium 49 MIDI controller keyboards Logic Studio, Cubase, NI Kontakt, Reason Microphones Over 60 microphones inc: Neumann (3 valve), Schoeps, Calrec, DPA, AKG, Shure, Beyerdynamic, Electrovoice, Sennheiser, Octava, Geffel, MBC, Sony, RCA, SE Gemini etc... Additional Equipment Drum Kit, Congas, Guitar Amps, Fatar full size weighted MIDI keyboard, Pop Shields, Mic Stands, Cables, DI Boxes, Beyer Dynamic DT100 headphones, Akai S3000XL, Yamaha DX7, EMU Proteus 1000 Mobile Studio & Media Pack Diploma student’s receive their own (to keep!) Apple 13” White MacBook (2.1 GHz), Digidesign M Box Mini (Pro Tools LE), M Audio Keyrig 25 MIDI controller keyboard, Rode M3 mic with stand, pop shield, XLR cable & blank media. SAC student’s receive their own Digidesign M Box Mini (Pro Tools LE) + blank media. We even give you an Alchemea t-shirt and a subscription to the excellent Sound on Sound Magazine!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our goal at Alchemea is to give students the skills and confidence to carve a successful career in the Pro Audio Industry. Any good Audio Engineering course will be hard work, costly and will take many months, or with many of our competitors, years to complete. The questions below are designed to help you compare Alchemea with other colleges and decide which one is best for you. How do our facilties compare? Alchemea’s studios are equipped to the highest professional standards. From the latest Pro Tools control surfaces to classic analogue consoles and outboard equipment, Alchemea will give you the tools to ensure that you can acquire the skills and confidence to operate in a professional recording environment. We have 5 control rooms (including an SSL G-series, 5.1 Cinema Dubbing Theatre & Pro Tools HD training suite. Each control room is self-contained, soundproofed and air-conditioned with access to our 4 acoustically treated live recording areas. Is it true that you will give me my own mobile studio? Indeed it is. As part of your media pack we will give you your own Apple MacBook, Digidesign M-Box 2 mini, Rhode M3 mic, M-Audio Keyrig 25 controller keyboard as well as the mic stand, pop shield and cables. Everything you need to get recording and producing whether you are at home or in the field. Importantly it will give you access to Pro Tools so if there is a gap between you completing your studies and getting a job you can keep you skills up to date. But I already have a MacBook we hear you cry! Well – sorry but we can’t upgrade it however you are free to flog it and put the proceeds towards your course fees. Or make someone very happy and give it away as a present! Oh yes – you also receive a yearly subscription to Sound on Sound Magazine. This includes extra members access to their excellent website www.soundonsound.com How many digital audio workstations? As well as our studio and classroom computers we have 6 dedicated DAW’s (Digital Audio Workstations): 6 x Apple Mac Pro’s using Digidesign M-Box sound cards. All are loaded up with all the latest sequencing software, virtual instruments and audio plug-ins (including the new UAD-2 Solo cards with ALL the plugins!!!) To top it off you can patch from the workstations to any of the live recording areas via our wall box and central patchbay. What about lectures and classroom facilities? Alchemea has 2 classrooms both with workstation controlled projection systems. The primary setting for Diploma & SAC lectures is our Apple Training Room. It is also used for the short evening and weekend courses. Every effort has been made to create the optimum training environment. The room is air-conditioned, lighting is controllable and the furniture has been custom designed for comfort. The room has been acoustically treated and instructors use a wireless mic system to ensure that students can hear (and that instructors don’t lose their voice!). In the classroom students benefit from the use of their own 20” Apple (Intel) iMac, Digidesign M Box and M-Audio Radium 49 keyboard. The iMac’s are loaded with all the latest music production software and instructors can take control of student’s workstations via Apple Desktop Pro.

Alchemea is committed to providing the highest standard of practical hands on audio training using the latest technology. Are there any Entry Requirements? Due to the intensive nature of this course the minimum age requirement for the Diploma is 18. While there are no formal entry requirements enrolment is subject to an interview with Alchemea’s College Registrar. If the Registrar has doubts regarding the prospective students suitability for the course then a College Director will hold a second interview. Phone interviews will take place where it is not possible for interviews to be carried out in person. Every student enrolled on a full-time course at ALCHEMEA, must provide ALCHEMEA with a copy of his or her passport. Non-EU students must also provide a copy of their student visa. We advise that candidates also forward any supporting documentation like qualifications and English language certificates. Is my qualification industry recognised? Alchemea has the enviable reputation of being one of the leading providers of audio education in the world. Our standards are high. Our courses are vocational, practically orientated, intensive, and require real commitment. Because of this employers recognise that our successful students not only have the practical “real world” skills but have also acclimatised to the pressures of a demanding workplace. Alchemea is the only Digidesign “Pro School” in the South of England. Diploma student’s have the option to take Digidesign’ s Pro Tools Operator Certification Course (210). If you pass the online exam then you will become a “Digidesign Certified Operator”. You will also be awarded a certificate from Digidesign and be listed as an operator their website. This qualification is a guarantee to employers that you are competent and confident on what is now the industry standard application for music and post-production. Alchemea are also an Authorised Apple Training Centre and we integrate the Logic 101 course and certification exam into the Diploma. We are now also an Ableton Certified Training Centre! What level is this course? Although Alchemea is an independent college and the Diploma course has been developed independently by recording industry professionals, it is equivalent in all respects to a qualification at level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), and the Qualifications Credit Framework (QCF), and meets (and in some cases exceeds) the definition of a Diploma on the QCF. The facilities and resources available at Alchemea far exceed the requirements of a level 3 course and would put many degree courses to shame. 10. We do not believe that large class sizes allow for the necessary level of individual attention from our tutors. We also appreciate that students learn at differing paces and want to ensure that no one falls behind. For some practical lessons each class is split into even smaller class sizes. How many students per course? 20 students per enrolment. There are 3 courses running at any given time (each course at a different stage). So the maximum number of students at Alchemea at any time is 60. That’s it. What is the maximum class size? 10. We do not believe that large class sizes allow for the necessary level of individual attention from our tutors. We also appreciate that students learn at differing paces and want to ensure that no one falls behind. For some practical lessons each class is split into even smaller class sizes. How many hours of individual practical time will I get?

Here is the maths: 13 facilities, 24 hours a day 7 days a week, divided by 60 students = 30.8 hours per student per week. In fact we GUARANTEE that by the end of your course you will have accumulated at least 1080 hours of individual practical time. That’s an average of over 30 hours per week – guaranteed. This is why we are renowned for providing more individual practical time in our studios and on our workstations than any other college. Whilst central to the Alchemea method that an individual learns best by "doing" rather than watching someone else, assisting others is useful too and so encouraged. This time is in ADDITION to the 30 hours per week we guarantee. Smaller classes have the chance to book even more practical time. Is the college really open 24/7? Yes. Apart from a 2- week shut down period for maintenance / studio upgrades in June and over Christmas, we never close! Our facilities are available to our students and fully supervised 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You are allocated (and can book extra) practical time day or night – whichever suits you. Can I meet the students, both past and present? Yes, in fact we encourage you to do so. We also invite ex-students to our open days so that you can chat to them and find out what they are up to now. Beware of colleges who don’t let prospective students meet current or past ones! Will I get a job when I finish the course? Well, nothing is guaranteed but our statistics speak for themselves: to date over 85% of our Diploma graduates have begun their careers in their chosen field within 6 months of leaving Alchemea. Ask to see the list of graduates or look at "Student Profiles" on the web site www.alchemea.com to see what some of our ex-students are up to in the big bad world. Does the college actively help its graduates get a job? Yes. An industry professional with extensive experience as a studio manager provides training in CV preparation, interview technique and job hunting. Recording studios, recognising the quality of Alchemea graduates regularly contact us when looking for staff. I Alchemea’s College Manager is also our dedicated key link between the studios and the students and is there to help guide you into the workplace. If you work hard, achieve good result, have a positive attitude and are a nice person we will forward you for interview.

COURSE CODE PRICE DEPOSIT DURATION

Diploma Course in Studio & Live Sound Engineering FDLSC £12,300 £500 52 weeksDiploma Course in Studio Sound Engineering FD £8,300 £500 36 weeksDiploma Course in Live Sound Engineering LSC £4,900 £500 16 weeksSAC (Studio Assistant Certificate Course including Pro Tools 101) SAC £2,120 £400 8 weeksSAC & Diploma Course in Live Sound Engineering Diploma SACLSC £6,620 £500 24 weeks

Pro Tools Music Operator Certificate (201 & 210M) PTM £985 n/a 7 daysPro Tools Post Pro Operator Certificate (201 & 210P) PTP £1,435 n/a 6 daysPro Tools Post & Music Operator Certificate (201,210M & 210P) PTMP £1,780 n/a 10 days

Logic Pro 8 Beyond the Basics (301) L301 £345 3 days

Studio Sound Diploma: Media Pack

Apple MacBook 13" White 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo/1GBDigidesign MBox 2 Mini Audio Interface (Pro Tools LE)Rode M3 condenser microphoneM Audio Keyrig 25 Controller KeyboardStand, XLR cable & pop shieldBlank Media & CD pensAlchemea T-Shirt

Live Sound Diploma: Tool Kit

MaglightMultitoolMultimeterEar ProtectorsSharpie & electrical tapeAlchemea T-Shirt

SAC: Media Pack

Digidesign MBox 2 Mini Audio Interface (Pro Tools LE)Blank Media & CD pensAlchemea T-Shirt

COOL STUFF INCLUDED WITH YOUR COURSE!

FULL TIME COURSE PRICE SHEET

Diploma Pro Tools Certification Options

These modules run parallel with the Diploma. Courseware and 2 attempts at the online exam are included.

Diploma Logic Pro Level 2 Certification Option

This module includes courseware, one exam attempt and will run over a weekend.

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ALCHEMEA FULL TIME COURSE APPLICATION FORM

Please ensure that you have read and understood the registration agreement before applying for a full time course at ALCHEMEA. The minimum enrolment age is 18

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WHAT MUSIC RELATED WEBSITES TO YOU REGULARLY VISIT? WHICH MAGAZINES DO YOU REGULARLY READ? ARE YOU HAPPY FOR US TO SHARE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS WITH YOUR CLASSMATES? THIS COULD HELP YOU GET TO KNOW EACH AND EVEN FIND SHARED ACCOMMODATION.

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COURSE DETAILS Which course are you applying for, and when would you like to start?

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ALCHEMEA COLLEGE FULL TIME COURSE REGISTRATION AGREEMENT

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1. Definitions 1.1 The following words, as explained, are used in this registration agreement:

a. “Course” - means the series of classes and practical studio work in which the student is enrolled. b. “Registration Fee” - means the sum of money paid by the student to reserve a place in one of ALCHEMEA’s courses. c. “College” - means ALCHEMEA College of Audio Engineering and/or its appointed agents. d. “Student” - means the signatory of these terms and conditions. e. “Studio” - means the studios and workstations provided for students both in the college premises and outside.

2. Fees & Refunds 2.1 The student agrees to pay the full registration fee upon application and the tuition fee or first instalment at least one month before the date of commencement. 2.2 If the student does not pay the tuition fee or first instalment within one month of the commencement date, his or her place may be offered to another student. 2.3 The registration fee is not refundable. A student may change course dates or course type at no cost by giving us at least one calendar month’s notice prior to the commencement

of the course the student is booked on at the time. If notice of less than one calendar month is given, the registration fee will be forfeited. The student may book onto another course but a new registration fee will be payable.

2.4 If a student’s loan is refused or a student visa is rejected, ALCHEMEA will refund any registration fee minus a £40 administration charge. 2.5 The ALCHEMEA instalment plan is only available for students from European Union countries. Students who fail to keep up with repayments will be suspended from the

course. ALCHEMEA reserves the right to take whatever action is necessary to recover the outstanding debt, including taking legal action and referring the outstanding balance to a debt collection agency. Such actions will have a negative impact on the student's credit rating and will affect his/her ability to apply for credit in the future

3. Content of Course 3.1 The Student understands that the College is entitled to change the content of the course in which the student is enrolled at any time, allowing for new topics to be introduced and

inappropriate topics to be deleted, without prior notice. 4. Studio use 4.1 The student is responsible for ensuring that none of the equipment is damaged or stolen as a direct or indirect result of a failure on his or her part to exercise reasonable care in

use of the equipment made available for their use. 4.2 If a student invites a guest or guests (e.g. musicians) into the ALCHEMEA studios, it is the student’s responsibility to make sure the guest(s) observe these rules and regulations. 4.3 In the event that the equipment in the studio is not functioning during the student’s use of the studio, the student agrees to notify the supervisor immediately giving full details of

the fault. 4.4 In the event that the equipment in the studio(s) is damaged or stolen during the student’s use of the studio as a result of failure on his or her part to exercise reasonable care in

the studio(s), the student agrees to pay within twenty one (21) days all costs relevant to replacing, repairing or hiring replacements for such equipment. 4.5 The College reserves the right to cancel the student’s booked studio time. All attempts will be made to notify the student of such cancellation. Times lost due to such cancellation

will be re-booked in favour of the student. 5. Cancellation 5.1 If a student does not attend lectures for 3 whole weeks, the College will regard such a non-attendance as implied cancellation of the course; any fees not paid will become

immediately due. Exceptions may be made on humanitarian grounds. 6 Attendance 6.1 Student attendance is monitored throughout the duration of the course. Students are expected to attend all lectures and practical sessions. For the purpose of monitoring and to

facilitate our disciplinary procedure we expect a student to attend at least 80% of their lectures and practical sessions (computer workstation sessions excluded). If a student’s attendance falls below 80% then they will be subject to ALCHEMEA’s disciplinary procedure which is outline in the student handbook.

6.2 Students are expected to arrive on time for their lectures. If a student is late for a lecture more than 3 times without warning or good reason then they will be subject to ALCHEMEA’S disciplinary procedure.

6.3 The student will not be allowed to attend lectures or studio time, if his or her fees are not paid in full or instalment payments are in arrears. 6.4 Special importance is given to practical time. Students will have to complete all exercises set in the curriculum, engineering sessions as outlined during the course. Since the

college is open 24 hours a day, it will be expected that students will be required to work through the night. When practical work requires students to attend venues outside ALCHEMEA, it is the student’s responsibility to get to the venue on time.

7 Conduct 6.1 ALCHEMEA promotes equal opportunities. Abusive behaviour and / or discrimination based upon sex, age or ethnic origin will not be tolerated. ALCHEMEA employs a

disciplinary procedure (outlined in the student handbook) and a possible outcome of a student’s hearing is expulsion. 7 Accreditation 7.1 Students are assessed throughout the course, on a competency basis. A report is drafted on each student, and that report is the basis of the SAC and / or the diploma. The pass

mark is 50% and to attain the “Diploma” a student must achieve 70%. Students must score 90% or over on their online Digidesign 210 exam to become a “Digidesign Certified Operator”. If a student fails the 210 exam on a second attempt, Digidesign will charge a fee for re-examination. For up to date information regarding this fee visit the training area of www.digidesign.com

8 Entry Requirements 8.1 Due to their intensive nature, the minimum age requirement for ALCHEMEA’S full time courses is 18. 8.2 Enrolment is subject to an interview with ALCHEMEA’s College Registrar. If the Registrar has doubts regarding the prospective students suitability for the course then a College

Director will hold a second interview. Phone interviews will take place where it is not possible for interviews to be carried out in person. 8.3 While there are no formal qualification requirements we look for students ideally to have achieved a grade C or above in maths and a science at GCSE level. 8.4 To strengthen applications we expect that candidates forward documentation to support qualifications and English language certificates. Their validity will be verified against

NARIC’s database (www.naric.org.uk). 8.5 If your application is successful we will require 2 passport photographs, a copy of your passport (photo page) and for students outside the European Union, a copy of your

student VISA. We appreciate that student VISA’s may have to follow closer to the course start date. Overseas Students ALCHEMEA is an International College, assisting both local and overseas applicants in achieving their goals. Providing the requirements are met, ALCHEMEA will assist overseas students in obtaining a Student’s Visa where required. Please contact the college for further details. Non-EU students who have been granted a VISA by the British Immigration Authority (BIA) must provide ALCHEMEA with a copy of their passport and VISA before commencement of their studies. It is the student’s responsibility to inform ALCHEMEA when there is a change to their VISA status. If a student’s studies are terminated, ALCHEMEA will inform the BIA in writing. Media Pack The course fees include storage media that should be sufficient to complete assignments set. If additional media is required permission must be gained to use magnetic media not supplied by ALCHEMEA. Magnetic media can be purchased from the college, at reduced prices. SAC & Diploma students receive a Digidesign Mbox Mini audio interface with Pro Tools LE software as part of the course. Diploma students also receive a mobile recording studio, which includes an Apple MacBook and a Digidesign Mbox Mini audio interface with Pro Tools LE software. The MacBook will only become the student’s property once ALCHEMEA have received 35% of the total amount payable. Class Sizes & Schedules As a rule, lecture class size will be restricted to ten students. For this reason we encourage students not to change classes during the course. There may be occasions (for example seminars / workshops) when classes will be combined. Outside Work When it is necessary for students to take equipment out of the premises, this should be pre-arranged, and equipment, signed for. It is advisable for students to arrange insurance on equipment themselves, since they are personally liable for any damage or loss of the equipment. The proof of insurance might be requested prior to lending of the equipment. This insurance can be arranged via the college. Equipment is only allowed out of the premises if it is being used as part of the course. Equal Opportunities Policy ALCHEMEA admits students of any race, colour, national and ethnic origin. ALCHEMEA does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, handicap or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and other college administered programmes. Job Opportunities Students who receive their Diploma and display a good attitude during their studies will be put forward for job interviews as they arise. ALCHEMEA has strong links with leading studios these employers recognise the quality of our graduates. ALCHEMEA is pro-active in assisting students with CV preparation and we have a dedicated staff member who assists students to find employment. Please ensure that you have read and understood this registration agreement before applying for a course of study at ALCHEMEA.

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