The course investigates soundwalking and field recording as environmental artistic practices. The course surveys the historical, philosophical, and technological developments of this art, from the influential contributions of John Cage and Pauline Oliveros and the creative innovations of Hildegard Westerkamp to many recent and current artists working in this area. Course topics include electronic music, sound art, materiality, phonology, psychogeography, and various kinds of interactive media design. Through weekly readings, listening assignments, and regular field trips, students will explore conventional and experimental listening techniques, significant historical works, and planning and production processes to make field recordings and create original soundwalks. Students will present their creative work in a final public forum or a performance. Previous study of electronic music and/or experience working with DAWs is recommended.