Notes: The course fee will be waived or refunded so that students can apply it toward purchasing any needed software and/or Ilok. Equipment requirements listed below are the responsibility of the student to purchase before class begins. PROTOOLS on a Mac or PC that is capable of running it effectively. Protools academic discount is appx $10/month. For details visit: https://shop.avid.com/ccrz__ProductDetails?viewState=DetailView&sku=DYNA20002&isCSRFlow=true&portalUser=&store=shop&; Computer requirements can be found at the https://avid.secure.force.com/pkb/articles/compatibility/Pro-Tools-System-Requirements Choose to authorize Pro Tools either via cloud license with iLok Cloud or with a physical iLok key. NOTE: Physical iLOK is preferred as the cloud based version requires an internet connection every time you want the software to run. ILoks are $49 and can be purchased from Avid and retailers like Guitar Center While in a live on-line classroom, background sound from speakers can be disruptive and create feedback Please use headphones as if you were in the DAW Lab on the MCC campus. External USB or Firewire preferred If not external, computer must have a LINE IN and HEADPHONE/SPEAKER out. Capability to participate in a virtual classroom environment via free, readily available software like Zoom, Webex, or our MCCCD platforms. Requires a video camera and audio on your computer system.