Stark State College’s music production certificate provides a foundation in music production by introducing students to music theory, digital audio recording, and the professional studio environment. Designed for those seeking entry-level knowledge or career exploration in the audio industry, the certificate also serves as a pathway to further education, with all coursework applying directly toward the associate degree in music production and engineering.
Major code: 5461 Business, Engineering, and Information Technology Division Digital Media and Administrative Technologies Department
The catalog in force is assigned to students based on the academic year they first applied to the college, and changes only when students change their major or request the change in writing. Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-28.
2026-27 Catalog
Effective Summer 2026
Some courses listed within the program may require a prerequisite or co-requisite.
Pre/Co-requisites will be listed within each course hyperlink below.
Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-04 and 3357:15-13-05
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IMT121 | Interactive Media | 3 |
| IMT129 | Digital Audio Recording and Editing | 3 |
| IMT135 | Music Theory and Composition I | 3 |
| IMT247 | Music Theory Composition II | 3 |
| IMT250 | Music Technology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Student Advising Notes
Academic Advising
Students should make an appointment to see their advisor before registering for classes each semester. They should have prepared a completed registration form, including courses they wish to take, prior to this meeting.
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| IMT121 | Interactive Media | 3 |
| IMT135 | Music Theory and Composition I | 3 |
| IMT129 | Digital Audio Recording and Editing | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| IMT247 | Music Theory Composition II | 3 |
| IMT250 | Music Technology | 3 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
The classes in this certificate also apply toward the completion of a Music Production and Engineering Degree (5460).