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Digital Music Technology
The Digital Music Technology program provides an opportunity for students to gain specific hands-on skills in each of the technologies currently used in the music industry. Students will also gain practical experience for professional and community musical performance and preparation for continued higher education. Students will participate in various facets of music production for a variety of uses in the commercial marketplace which will allow them to develop practical skills and talents while earning college credit for transfer to universities or entry into the workplace.
Digital Music Technology Career Pathway
San Diego City College University Transfer Employment
Certificate Associate in Arts
Career Options:

Examples of employment options available in entry level digital music technology after successful completion of the associate degree program include:
  • Composition and/or production of music for music CD's
  • Film
  • Video
  • Music videos
  • Jingles or commercials
  • Radio and TV station ID packages
  • Multimedia projects
Additional careers include:
  • Digital audio technician
  • Recording studio engineer
  • Sound re-enforcement engineer
  • Synthesizer programmer
Some of these careers require education beyond the associate degree.