INF 392L: Introduction to Audio Preservation and Reformatting

Spring Term 2023
Mode: In Person
Program: MSIS/PhD
Unique ID
28554
Day Start End Building Room
  • Tuesday
  • 6:30 PM
  • 9:30 PM
  • UTA
  • 1.502

Catalog Description

Study of audio recording through a chronological examination of the development of recording; basic care and preservation of recordings; economics of audio preservation; and stability concerns of modern media.

Instructor Description

Study of audio recording through a chronological examination of the development of recording; basic care and preservation of recordings; Preservation of audio archives; and stability concerns of audiovisual media.

Prerequisites

Graduate standing.

Restrictions

Restricted to graduate degree seekers in the School of Information during registration periods 1 and 2. Remaining seats will be made available to outside students on January 6. Interested non-iSchool students may request a seat reservation by completing this Registration Support Questionnaire.

Notes

Description: An introduction to the preservation of audio including: - A chronological examination of the development and history of recording - A study of issues in the care and preservation of recordings - The economics of in-house vs. "outsourced" audio reformatting - Study of methods to create digital surrogates Objectives: This class will introduce students to the preservation of sound recordings. Students will gain an understanding of: - The various types of sound recordings and formats - The Administration of Audiovisual Archives - Current best practices and methods for preserving recordings - Standards for archival methods of storage and retrieval - The professional communities and organizations involved with the preservation of sound recordings How will I learn? This class will consist of readings, discussions of the readings, lectures, guest lectures from the authors of the articles and from the profession. A recent sample syllabus can be found here: https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.isc…