Creating Tomorrow’s Sound Masters January 2014- March 2014 Edition Pinnacle College Catalog Main School: 1000 S Fremont Ave. Building A-11 STE 11010, Alhambra, CA 91803 (626)284-0050 Branch School: 11050 White Rock Rd. Suite 150, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (916)366-3431 www.pinnaclecollege.edu 1 Table of Contents ABOUT PINNACLE COLLEGE ABOUT PINNACLE COLLEGE ................................................................................................................. 3 HISTORY ............................................................................................................................................. 3 MISSION STATEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 3 PINNACLE COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................ 4 PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE .................................................................................................... 8 PINNACLE COLLEGE FACULTY .......................................................................................................... 10 FACULTY LOS ANGELES .................................................................................................................. 10 FACULTY SACRAMENTO .................................................................................................................. 15 FACILITIES LOS ANGELES CAMPUS .............................................................................................. 17 FACILITIES SACRAMENTO CAMPUS ............................................................................................. 18 ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................ 19 PINNACLE COLLEGE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ................................................................................ 24 MUSIC PRODUCTION RECORDING ARTS ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM (MPRA) .............................................................................................................................. 25 MUSIC PRODUCTION VIDEO GAME SOUND DESIGN ................................................................. 37 RECORDING ENGINEER CERTIFICATE PROGRAM ..................................................................... 45 VIDEO GAME SOUND DESIGN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM .......................................................... 53 PRO TOOLS CERTIFICATION COURSES AND EXAMINATION .................................................. 60 SCHOOL POLICIES .................................................................................................................................. 63 RESERVED RIGHTS ........................................................................................................................ 63 TRANSFER OF CREDITS ................................................................................................................ 63 TUTORING ............................................................................................................................................ 65 STUDENT CONDUCT .......................................................................................................................... 70 LEAVE OF ABSENCE .......................................................................................................................... 71 COPYRIGHT & COMPUTER USE ...................................................................................................... 73 COPYRIGHT POLICY .......................................................................................................................... 74 PEER-TO-PEER FILE SHARING POLICY ......................................................................................... 75 GRADUATION ...................................................................................................................................... 77 STUDENT RECORDS / TRANSCRIPTS ............................................................................................. 77 TAPING .................................................................................................................................................. 78 PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 2 DISTANCE EDUCATION/ONLINE LEARNING ............................................................................... 78 PRIVACY ............................................................................................................................................... 79 PAYMENT PLANS ................................................................................................................................ 80 INSTALLMENT NOTES ....................................................................................................................... 80 REFUND POLICIES .............................................................................................................................. 83 STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND (STRF) .............................................................................. 86 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ........................................................................................................... 88 GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT .............................................................................................................. 92 MUSIC PRODUCTION RECORDING ARTS ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM ............................................................................................................................................. 94 FINANCIAL AID ....................................................................................................................................... 96 ESTABLISHING ELIGIBILITY ............................................................................................................... 96 FINANCIAL AID CONSUMER INFORMATION ............................................................................... 97 CONSUMER INFORMATION ............................................................................................................... 111 CAREER RESOURCES ........................................................................................................................... 115 PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 3 ABOUT PINNACLE COLLEGE HISTORY In 1972, a master Recording Engineer named Brian Ingoldsby founded a school in North Hollywood, the first of its kind in the nation: a school with a single focus of training the art and science of recording engineering. Then known as Sound Master Recording Engineer School, the institution trained hundreds of audio engineers, many of whom went on to distinguished careers. Sound Master was acquired by Pinnacle College in 2005. Pinnacle College also acquired Precision Technical Institute of Sacramento in 2007, where it has been teaching the recording engineer program since December 2008. With locations in Los Angeles and Sacramento, CA, Pinnacle College remains committed to the founding mission of Sound Master, preparing students for entry level positions in the art and science of audio (engineering and video games), as well as multi-media and technology. Pinnacle College, a private institution operated by a board of managers, accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Our approval to operate by BPPE means Pinnacle College is in compliance with state standards as set forth in the Ed. Code. It’s Recording Engineer and Video Game Sound Design (Los Angeles campus) program is approved for the training of veterans and eligible persons under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code. The Los Angeles campus is also approved by the Department of Homeland Security’s Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVIS) to provide I-20 for M-1 visas to eligible candidates. Now in our 40th year of operation, we remain committed to delivering training the “Sound Master way”: emphasis on practical, hands-on training anchored on comprehensive theory of sound and music. We also remain committed to our tradition of being the first of our kind: in 2009, Pinnacle College became the first school in the nation to offer Video Game Sound Design certificate programs. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Pinnacle College is to provide practical training that will prepare graduates for entry level positions in the fields of audio engineering, multi-media, and technology. Pinnacle College will remain alert to occupational trends by researching and forming strategic partnerships with industry leaders, engineers, educators and government agencies. Additionally, the school will continuously upgrade its curriculum, equipment and facility to reflect the needs of present and future employers. At Pinnacle College, we are committed to providing sound careers for creative minds. PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 4 PINNACLE COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION—626.284.0050 Sal Younis President [email protected] 626.284.0050 Anna Huang Accountant [email protected] 626-284-0050 ext 34 Eitan Teomi Chief Academic [email protected] 626-284-0050 ext Officer (CAO) 29 PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 5 Administration Los Angeles Campus LOS ANGELES CAMPUS (Main) 1000 South Fremont Ave, Unit 14 Alhambra, CA 91803 Tel: 626.284.0050 Fax: 626.284.4329 email: [email protected] Lisa Associate Executive [email protected] 626.284.0050 Torigian Director, ext 21 Financial Aid Director Dan Heck Program Director, d a n [email protected] 626.284.0050 School of Recording ext 32 Engineer Dan Chief Instructor, [email protected] 626.284.0050 Reynolds School of Video Game Sound Anton Director of [email protected] 626.284.0050 Croos Admissions ext 25 Steven Job Developer [email protected] 626.284.0050 Kimball ext 24 Heather Registrar [email protected] 626.284.0050 Shelton ext 33 PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 6 ADMINISTRATION SACRAMENTO CAMPUS Sacramento Campus (Branch) 11050 White Rock Rd., Ste. 150 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Tel: 916.366.3431 Fax: 916.366.3002 email: [email protected] Janey Associate Executive [email protected] 916.520.2505 Grover Director, Registrar John-Reed Program Director j o h n . t h o [email protected] 916.520.2507 (JR) Thompson Julie Munso Director of [email protected] 916.520.2502 Admissions Zobia Nazir Records Specialist [email protected] 916.520.2506 Vacant Director of Financial 916.520.2503 Aid April Taylor Career Resources Job [email protected] 916.520.2508 Developer PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 7 PINNACLE COLLEGE BOARD OF MANAGERS SAL YOUNIS, President: Has over twenty years of experience as school operator in Northern and Southern California including Silicon Valley College, National Career Education and Precision Technical Institute. Sal holds a BA degree from St. Mary’s College and an MBA from Golden Gate University. ELLIS GEDNEY: Chairman: Has over twenty years of experience as owner, chairman and board member of various colleges including Silicon Valley College. Ellis holds a B.A. degree from Denison University, a Master of Science degree from Columbia University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Virginia. His publications include presentations at both national and international conferences on higher education. KEN YEARS: Vice Chairman: Has over 18 years of experience as owner, CFO and CEO of a number of schools in Northern California and Washington State including: Sequoia Institute, Ashmead College, and Eton Institute. His most recent experience is as CEO of Campus Management Corporation, a Florida-based student software development company. Ken holds a BEE from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Master’s degree from Stanford University. STEPHEN YEARS: Director, New Media. Over ten years of experience in the fields of marketing and business management. Has conducted market analysis, and developed strategic marketing programs for diverse companies including Interval Research Corporation, KPMG Consulting, and Sun Microsystems. Stephen holds a BA in Art History from UCLA and an MBA from Vanderbilt University. PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 8 PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE The School maintains regular contact with industry leaders in order to assess employer needs and to ensure that its curriculum reflects current practices in the industry we serve. These experts are called the Program Advisory Committee or PAC, and our staff and faculty meet with them once a year. After reviewing our curriculum, our faculties, equipment and qualifications of our instructors, the PAC makes recommendations to our Curriculum Review Committee. The recommended changes are prioritized and implemented, thereby fulfilling the College’s mission of “staying alert to occupational trends” and providing our students the most up-to-date, state-of- the-industry education. The PAC meets at least once a year and its goal is to ensure continuous improvement of our academic program and delivery of our instruction to ensure that our graduates are employment- ready. The recommendations of PAC and our implementation plans are available for review for all interested parties. MUSIC PRODUCTION RECORDING ARTS AA PROGRAM/ RECORDING ENGINEER PROGRAMS PAC, LOS ANGELES Dusk Bennett Chief Engineer-Recording Arts Department, Loyola Marymount University-School of Film and Television Lance Kates Audio Engineer, Chace Audio by Deluxe Warren Sokol Mastering Engineer, Universal Mastering Dan Heck Program Director School of Recording Engineering, Pinnacle College Steve Kimball Job Developer, Pinnacle College MUSIC PRODUCTION RECORDING ARTS AA PROGRAM/ RECORDING ENGINEER PROGRAMS PAC, SACRAMENTO John Boyle Artist Performance Video Director/Producer & Promotion Director; Entercom Radio Will Mullin Owner of Granite Park Recorders Studio Peter Oakes Owner of Pacific Crest Media / CCD Expo Organizer John Morris Owner of Tanglewood Studios Jaleel Cotton Artist / Freelance Engineer John Del Castillo Composer/ Sound Designer at Stigma Games & Sound; Designer at Forsaken Studios; COO of Loki's Planet / Pinnacle College Alumni Marvin Edens Owner of Islands LLC John-Reed Thompson Program Director School of Recording Engineering, Pinnacle College April Taylor Director of Career Resources, Pinnacle College PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014 9 VIDEO GAME SOUND DESIGN PAC, LOS ANGELES Alexander Brandon Audio Director; Audio magazine journalist; committee member for Interactive Audio Special Interest Group; Heatwave Interactive; Vice President of G.A.N.G., owner of Funky Rustic production studio. Credits include: Unreal, Deus Ex, and Unreal Tournament, written columns include both Mix and Game Developer magazines, and the award winning Audio for Games. Ken Felton Sound Design Manager, Sony Computer Entertainment America Paul Lipson Audio Director, Microsoft; COO, Pyramind; President, G.A.N.G. Lennie Moore Composer; Educator; Orchestrator and Arranger of Music for Video Games, film and television Credits include: He has composed music on many videogames including Star Wars: The Old Republic, Kinect Disneyland Adventures, Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary, Magic: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers, Dirty Harry, Dragonshard, War of the Ring, and Outcast Tommy Tallaric Video Games Live; Founder, CEO and Chairman, G.A.N.G. Don Veca Sledgehammer Games/Activision, 18 years as Senior Audio Director, Electronic Arts Credits include: Road Rash III, Dead Space, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Eitan Teomi Chief Academic Officer, Pinnacle College PINNACLECOLLEGE.EDU CREATING TOMORROW’S SOUND MASTERS CATALOG:JANUARY 2014—MARCH 2014