The course explores the basic concepts relevant to sound and digital audio, and review sound impact on human perception, emphasis is on developing sensible techniques in creating original sound assets for integration with other media. Topics include physics of sound, digital audio workstation, recording tools and techniques, electronics sound synthesis, musical instrument digital interface, digital audio formats and standards, hearing mechanism and sound impact on human orientation. Students learn basic understanding of conceptualizing and executing sound designs, techniques to create original sound design elements at intermediate level.