Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Digital Audio Production 
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology and Communication

Career Certificate Program 	
Program Number	I100230	
CIP Number	0650060223	
Grade Level	30, 31	
Program Length	1050 hours	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	
Basic Skills Level	Computation (Mathematics):	9	Communications (Reading and Language Arts): 	9	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as radio and television announcers, audio and video equipment technicians, sound engineering technicians, and broadcast technicians.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

The content includes, but is not limited to, communication skills, leadership skills, human relations and employability skills; safe and efficient work practices; announcing and moderating programs; preparing copy, programming, and operating audio broadcast equipment to support the production of materials or programs.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of four occupational completion points.

This program is comprised of courses which have been assigned course numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with Section 1007.24 (1), F.S.  Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the postsecondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	
A	RTT0522	Broadcast Announcer	TEC ED 1 @ 2
ENG&TEC ED1@2
TEC ELEC ¶ 7 ¶ G
TV PRO TEC @7 7G	150 hours	
B	RTT0523	Audio Equipment Technician		300 hours	
C	RTT0524	Sound Engineering Technician		300 hours	
D	RTT0527	Audio Broadcast Technician		300 hours	

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs  

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of school and classroom procedures.
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to operate an audio console.
03.0	Demonstrate knowledge of production writing.
04.0	Demonstrate news-writing skills.
05.0	Demonstrate appropriate voice-over skills.
06.0	Demonstrate appropriate on-air skills.
07.0	Demonstrate the appropriate broadcast speaking manner.
08.0	Demonstrate the set up and configuration of a computer for audio applications.
09.0	Understand the operation of basic reproduction, reinforcement and recording audio equipment.
10.0	Demonstrate understanding of the requirements for set up and operation of a sound reinforcement system.
11.0	Demonstrate the application of control protocols and their relationship to equipment used in the music industry.
12.0	Demonstrate basic operation of a digital audio workstation.
13.0	Demonstrate basic digital production skills.
14.0	Demonstrate advanced digital production skills.
15.0	Perform transactions with music industry suppliers.
16.0	Plan, coordinate, and manage an audio broadcast or album.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of legal issues related to copyright.
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current and future digital audio networking standards.
19.0	Demonstrate professionalism and employability skills.
20.0	

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Digital Audio Production 
Career Certificate Program Number:	I100230

Course Number:  RTT0522
Occupational Completion Point:  A
Broadcast Announcer – 150 Hours	
01.0	Demonstrate knowledge of school and classroom procedures. The student will be able to: 	
01.01	Verbalize the rules and operational procedures of the school and classroom.	
01.02	State the nature of the instruction.	
01.03	Identify what will be learned in relation to stated goals and existing job opportunities.	
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to operate an audio console. The student will be able to: 	
02.01	Demonstrate an ability to control the audio console during the recording of a show or program; combine all the sound elements onto tape, compact disc or for broadcast. 	
02.02	Route outside organizations through the audio console or computer.	
02.03	Demonstrate application of an appropriate recording mix while adjusting audio levels.	
02.04	Demonstrate the ability to keep the program on time according to the production plan.	
02.05	Perform to high standards in the role of audio console operator in varied format situations.	
02.06	Demonstrate knowledge of the audio console signal flow.	
03.0	Demonstrate knowledge of production writing. The student will be able to: 	
03.01	Explain the job of a copywriter and outline the elements of good copy and copy writing.	
03.02	Demonstrate the ability to write commercial copy in its various forms.	
03.03	Demonstrate the ability to write a production plan for a show.	
03.04	Demonstrate the ability to write lyrics for a song or jingle.	
03.05	Demonstrate the ability to write show intros, outros and bumpers.	
04.0	Demonstrate news-writing skills. The student will be able to: 	
04.01	Differentiate between news, commentary, and editorials.	
04.02	Demonstrate the ability to mark, edit, and present news in an acceptable manner.	
04.03	Explain the various sources of news and how they are used.	
04.04	List the elements that constitute news materials and evaluate them.	
04.05	Demonstrate the ability to write news stories in broadcast style.	
05.0	Demonstrate appropriate voice-over skills. The student will be able to: 	
05.01	Demonstrate the ability to read aloud in a professional broadcast manner.	
05.02	Modify reading speed as required to properly complete their assignment in the allotted time.	
05.03	Demonstrate the ability to receive and properly act upon direction given by the commercial producer.	
05.04	Understand the concept of voice acting and playing a role while speaking.	
05.05	Perform the various assignments in a professional manner according to industry standards.	
06.0	Demonstrate appropriate on-air skills. The student will be able to: 	
06.01	State the characteristics of various microphones and demonstrate the ability to use them.	
06.02	Handle outside organizations through the console.	
06.03	Demonstrate how to handle changes in show format during a recording or live broadcast.	
06.04	Perform the various assignments in a professional manner according to industry standards.	
06.05	List the elements and procedures of log keeping.	
07.0	Demonstrate appropriate broadcast speaking manner. The student will be able to: 	
07.01	Identify and correct verbal deficiencies in self and others.	
07.02	Demonstrate the ability to breathe properly, control voice projection, volume, and resonance, and vary tone, pitch and pacing.	
07.03	Articulate and pronounce words according to accepted standards.	
07.04	Read aloud in a professional broadcast manner.	
07.05	Outline the qualifications and requirements of an announcer.	
07.06	Demonstrate development of the skills related to announcing, the various techniques of delivery and procedures according to accepted standards.	
	
Course Number:  RTT0523
Occupational Completion Point:  B
Audio Equipment Technician – 300 Hours	
08.0	Demonstrate the set up and configuration of a computer for audio applications. The student will be able to: 	
08.01	Install basic peripheral devices related to audio programs.	
08.02	Install and configure software related to audio programs.	
08.03	Demonstrate basic knowledge of computer system requirements.	
08.04	Demonstrate basic knowledge of installing plug-ins or additional audio source material such as beats and/or samples.	
08.05	Understand the signal flow of a digital audio workstation.	
09.0	Understand the operation of basic reproduction, reinforcement and recording audio equipment. The student will be able to: 	
09.01	Assess the audio technology needs of a music production (pre-production).	
09.02	Evaluate available audio resources.	
09.03	Select and configure appropriate hardware and software. 	
10.0	Demonstrate understanding of the requirements for set up and operation of a sound reinforcement system. The student will be able to: 	
10.01	Demonstrate basic understanding of audio electronics (e.g., head room, biasing, distortion, equalization, frequency response).	
10.02	Demonstrate basic understanding of acoustics. 	
10.03	Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of operation of analog/digital devices (block diagram). 	
10.04	Demonstrate basic understanding of audio signal flow in an analog or digital chain. 	
10.05	Formulate strategies for audio reinforcement of music productions. 	
10.06	Evaluate performance needs. 	
10.07	Evaluate technical needs as appropriate to given spaces. 	
10.08	Configure a sound reinforcement system to meet performance needs. 	
10.09	Analyze various audio qualities to achieve the proper sound mix. 	
10.10	Perform transactions with audio suppliers. 	
10.11	Design a plot for proper microphone and speaker selection and placement. 	
10.12	Evaluate the quality of a multi-track recording. 	
10.13	Interpret audio needs for the end user. 	
10.14	Supervise equipment operator. 	
10.15	Evaluate the quality of the final mix to industry standards. 	
11.0	Demonstrate the application of control protocols and their relationship to equipment used in the music industry. The student will be able to:  	
11.01	Demonstrate an understanding of MIDI. 	
11.02	Utilize a computer and multiple MIDI instruments. 	
11.03	Record a single-sound track, add multiple-sound tracks, and change MIDI voices using the appropriate software. 	
12.0	Demonstrate basic operation of a digital audio workstation. The student will be able to: 	
12.01	Demonstrate knowledge of the digital audio workstation interface. 	
12.02	Create and arrange a multi-track project.	
12.03	Create interest and effect using editing techniques	
12.04	Design and edit audio using a waveform editor.	
12.05	Record audio directly to the digital audio workstation.	
12.06	Demonstrate knowledge of mixing audio.	
12.07	Demonstrate skill in using audio effects and plug-ins.	
12.08	Prepare an audio project for finishing and final mix down.	
12.09	Transfer audio files between various audio software applications.	
12.10	Record finished audio to tape or compact disc and/or publish to a webpage.	
13.0	Demonstrate basic digital production skills. The student will be able to: 	
13.01	Demonstrate understanding of digital audio storage concepts and digital storage media.	
13.02	Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to operate digital recording decks and other digital storage devices.	
13.03	Demonstrate a working familiarity with and understanding of the function and operation of digital audio workstations.	
13.04	Demonstrate the ability to edit, cut, erase, and insert sound utilizing various digital production techniques.	

Course Number:  RTT0524
Occupational Completion Point:  C
Sound Engineering Technician – 300 Hours	
09.0	Understand the operation of basic reproduction, reinforcement and recording audio equipment. The student will be able to:  	
09.04	Formulate strategies for producing multi-track recordings. 	
09.05	Evaluate production needs for microphone applications. 	
09.06	Demonstrate proficiency with multi-track, multi-channel mixing consoles. 	
09.07	Formulate strategies for digital editing. 	
09.08	Configure audio recording systems for optimal and appropriate use of signal processing equipment. 	
09.09	Engineer a recording session and prepare appropriate documentation. 	
09.10	Mix multi-track recordings. 	
09.11	Configure audio equipment for optimal musical mix. 	
09.12	Create a mixing plan. 	
09.13	Evaluate the quality of multi-track recordings. 	
09.14	Interpret audio needs for the end user. 	
09.15	Supervise equipment operators. 	
09.16	Evaluate the quality of the final mix according to industry standards. 	
11.0	Demonstrate the application of control protocols and their relationship to equipment used in the music industry. The student will be able to:  	
11.04	Demonstrate proficiency in using MIDI instruments to record sounds using a digital sampler. 	
11.05	Demonstrate an understanding of MIDI and other control protocols in the recording studio. 	
11.06	Configure MIDI and other show control devices in the studio or live environment. 	
11.07	Troubleshoot MIDI and control communication problems.	
14.0	Demonstrate advanced digital production skills. The student will be able to: 	
14.01	Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to perform digital transfers of audio information between digital and analog production environments.	
14.02	Demonstrate a working familiarity with and understanding of the function and operation of multi-track digital audio workstations.	
14.03	Demonstrate an ability to edit, cut, erase, and insert sound utilizing various digital production techniques in the multi-track digital environment.	
	
Course Number:  RTT0527
Occupational Completion Point:  D
Audio Broadcast Technician – 300 Hours	
14.0	Demonstrate advanced digital production skills. The student will be able to: 	
14.04	Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to connect the hardware for a digital audio workstation, an audio console, and various recording equipment together using proper signal flow techniques, cables and connectors. 	
14.05	Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to record, edit and encode a surround-sound digital mix for use on DVD or SACD. 	
14.06	Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to encode audio for use on the web, digital distribution, use in video and animation.  	
14.07	Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to create album cover art for CD and web distribution.	
14.08	Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to create a blog page to post Internet broadcasts.	
14.09	Demonstrate understanding of RSS feeds to be used to distribute digital content to Internet subscribers and to build an audience. 	
14.10	Formulate a marketing strategy for Internet broadcast, independent CD release, or Internet distribution.	
15.0	Perform transactions with music industry suppliers. The student will be able to: 	
15.01	Research sources for necessary equipment, supplies and educational materials. 	
15.02	Differentiate the levels of quality in the hierarchy of manufacturers, distributors and suppliers. 	
15.03	Evaluate purchasing agreements including bids, warranties, and maintenance contracts. 	
15.04	Evaluate the technical specifications of audio related products. 	
15.05	Execute the purchase of audio equipment, supplies, and educational materials.	
16.0	Plan, coordinate and manage an audio broadcast or album. The student will be able to: 	
16.01	Define the program format and market demographics. 	
16.02	Present a project proposal with script or lyrics. 	
16.03	Develop a production schedule.	
16.04	Create a plan to acquire all required production resources and talent.	
16.05	Manage crew and staff during pre-production and production.	
16.06	Determine post-production requirements.	
16.07	Determine post-production activities.	
16.08	Conduct client approval reviews of the project.	
16.09	Archive and manage finished assets and originals.	
16.10	Oversee broadcast/Internet distribution or physical distribution to the market.	
16.11	Explain various techniques for program or segment promotion.	
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of legal issues related to copyright. The student will be able to: 	
17.01	Define Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations pertaining to the broadcasting industry.	
17.02	Define the laws and regulations pertaining to the ownership and control of media assets, license allocation, measurement and records, political broadcasts and lottery laws.	
17.03	Define the laws and practices underlying rights, releases and permits.	
17.04	Define the laws and practices underlying slander, libel, free speech and “truth in advertising” issues.	
17.05	Define the laws and practices underlying indecent programming, obscenity and censorship issues.	
17.06	Define the laws and practices underlying contract, labor, copyright and insurance/liability issues. 	
18.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current and future digital audio networking standards. The student will be able to: 	
18.01	Demonstrate the ability to plan and configure a basic digital audio network; include Audio over Ethernet (AoE).	
18.02	Demonstrate knowledge of digital audio networking options (e.g., Audinate’s DANTE).	
18.03	Demonstrate knowledge of networking and processing platforms for real-time professional audio applications (e.g., SoundGrid by Waves Audio).	
18.04	Demonstrate knowledge of Multichannel Audio Digital Interface (MADI).	
18.05	Demonstrate knowledge of AES50.	
19.0	Demonstrate professionalism and employability skills. The student will be able to: 	
19.01	Demonstrate punctuality and promptness.	
19.02	Demonstrate a strong work ethic and exemplify passion and motivation.	
19.03	Demonstrate flexibility and teamwork when working in groups.	
19.04	Demonstrate the ability to interact with staff, vendors, and performers in a professional manner.	
19.05	Demonstrate knowledge of business processes and procedures.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

CTSOs are co-curricular career and technical student organizations providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. Other CTSOs not listed in this curriculum framework or recognized by the Florida Department of Education are permissible provided they support student mastery over the standards and benchmarks of this curriculum framework.

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Basic Skills

In Career Certificate Programs offered for 450 hours or more, in accordance with Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C., the minimum basic skills grade levels required for postsecondary adult career and technical students to complete this program are:  Computation (Mathematics) and Communications (Reading and Language Arts). These grade level numbers correspond to a grade equivalent score obtained on a state designated basic skills examination.  

Adult students with disabilities, as defined in Section 1004.02, Florida Statutes, may be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirements (Rule 6A-10.040).  Students served in exceptional student education (except gifted) as defined in s. 1003.01, F.S., may also be exempted from meeting the Basic Skills requirement.  Each school district and Florida College System Institution must adopt a policy addressing procedures for exempting eligible students with disabilities from the Basic Skills requirement as permitted in Section 1004.91, F.S.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.