Week 1: Introduction to digital audio and audio editing software

• Understanding digital audio concepts and terminology
• Introduction to common audio editing software
• Basic software setup and configuration

Week 2: Basic editing techniques

• Trimming and cutting audio clips
• Pasting and overlapping clips
• Using the timeline and waveforms to navigate and edit audio

Week 3: Working with different types of audio files and formats

• Understanding common audio file types and formats
• Importing and exporting audio files
• Converting file types and formats

Week 4: Removing noise and enhancing sound quality

• Identifying and removing unwanted noise
• Enhancing sound quality with equalization and compression
• Applying filters and effects to improve sound

Week 5: Adjusting volume levels and adding fades and crossfades

• Understanding volume levels and meters
• Adjusting volume levels for consistent sound
• Creating fades and crossfades for smooth transitions

Week 6: Working with effects and filters

• Using effects and filters to enhance sound
• Applying effects and filters to individual clips or entire tracks
• Creating custom effects and filters

Week 7: Creating and editing music tracks

• Understanding music composition and arrangement
• Using MIDI and virtual instruments to create music tracks
• Editing and mixing music tracks

Week 8: Mixing and mastering audio

• Understanding the mixing process
• Balancing levels, panning, and EQ
• Finalizing the mix with mastering techniques

Week 9: Exporting and sharing audio files

• Exporting audio files in various formats
• Sharing audio files online or via physical media
• Understanding copyright and licensing considerations for audio content