Music Technology

The Department of Music Technology at Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, is an applied and practice-oriented department established to provide technical and professional training in music, sound, and audio-related technologies in line with the objectives of technical and vocational education.

The department offers structured training in music theory and composition, sound recording and audio production, musical acoustics, musical instrument technology, performance, conducting, music education, and church/sacred music. Emphasis is placed on the integration of artistic creativity with modern music technology, ensuring that graduates possess both musical competence and technical proficiency.

As part of an institution rooted in the values of the Catholic Diocese of Ogoja, the Department integrates ethical values, discipline, creativity, and service to society into its curriculum. The programme combines African and Western musical traditions with modern digital tools, preparing students for careers in education, entertainment, media, worship, and the creative industries.

The department currently offers Certificate and National Diploma (ND) programmes in Music Technology, designed to produce skilled technicians and practitioners who can function effectively in both public and private sectors of the music and entertainment industry.

The objectives of the Department of Music Technology are to:

• Provide students with comprehensive training in music theory, performance, musical acoustics, and music technology.

• Produce graduates who are technically skilled in sound recording, music production, and audio engineering.

• Train students in the construction, repair, maintenance, and management of musical instruments, both African and Western.

• Promote the study, documentation, and creative application of African traditional music alongside Western music practices.

• Prepare graduates for employment, self-reliance, and entrepreneurship in music education, entertainment, media, worship, and related industries.

• Instill professional ethics, discipline, teamwork, and leadership qualities in line with institutional and national values.

• Lay a solid foundation for further studies and professional development in music and related disciplines.

The Department of Music Technology was established in 2025 as part of the School of Engineering at Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, in response to the growing need for formally trained music technologists and practitioners in Nigeria.

The department was conceived to bridge the gap between traditional music education and modern music technology, with a strong emphasis on African musical heritage, church music, and contemporary digital production techniques. Since its establishment, the department has focused on building a curriculum that aligns with national technical education objectives while maintaining international relevance.

Through continuous curriculum development and gradual enhancement of facilities and instructional resources, the department is positioned to support the training of competent music technologists capable of contributing meaningfully to cultural preservation, education, worship, and the creative economy.

The National Diploma (ND) in Music Technology is structured in accordance with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) Minimum Standards for Music Technology programmes in Nigerian polytechnics.

The Department is committed to achieving and sustaining accreditation through:

• Implementation of an NBTE-approved curriculum

• Engagement of qualified academic and technical staff

• Provision of appropriate music studios, practice rooms, instruments, and audio equipment

• Emphasis on practical training, continuous assessment, and project work

• Adherence to institutional regulations and quality assurance mechanisms

The programme operates under the academic supervision of Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, and is continually reviewed to ensure relevance, quality, and compliance with NBTE requirements.

Graduate Profile

Graduates of the Music Technology programme are able to:

• Apply music theory and technology in performance, production, and teaching
• Operate sound recording and audio production equipment
• Construct, maintain, and manage musical instruments
• Work professionally in educational, religious, media, and entertainment environments