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Leadership Development |
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LDDV-101 Leadership Development Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course will introduce students to and help them formulate and clarify their definitions of leadership. Topics will include governing beliefs and specific behaviors that characterize effective leadership. Goal setting and team building concepts will be introduced and developed.
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Management |
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MGMT-181 Principles of Management Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
A study of philosophy principles and concepts of the field of management including the planning organizing evaluating and controlling functions.
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MGMT-183 Small Business Management Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course is intended for students interested in establishing and/or operating their own small business. The course will spend time in entrepreneurship and what is needed to be successful in todays world and is designed to look at the service retail and manufacturing types of business.
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MGMT-185 Retail Management Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
An overview of retail merchandising systems and procedures as they relate to stock planning inventory control product mix and organizational structure.
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MGMT-186 Business Leadership Supervision Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course is intended to assist the current or prospective supervisor in the day-to-day operation of a department or small business operation. Particular emphasis is given to process improvement and employee relations issues such as discipline grievance contracts health and safety.
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MGMT-210 Diagnostics and Procedural Coding Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 Prerequisite: BHSR-115 and BHSR-120 . Corequesite: MGMT-220
Procedures for third party billing and reimbursement after a physician visit laboratory imaging services or surgery. Simulations and exercises code treatment post charges and transmit claims; manage patient accounts and health record; generate statements and incremental reports.
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MGMT-220 Patient Case Management Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 Prerequisite: BHSR-200 . Corequisite: MGMT-210
This course teaches the procedures for monitoring the documentation of patient care for maximum reimbursement. Topics cover evaluation and classification diagnostic clinical laboratory and procedural service. Assignments present problem-solution situations requiring critical thought and attention to service code guidelines.
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MGMT-283 Organizational Behavior Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MGMT-181 or at least two years of business experience.
This course utilizes experiential and other learning activities to affect the integration of business management and human behavior disciplines. Students will develop an understanding of the impact of the interrelationship between employees and the internal and external environments of their respective organizations.
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MGMT-284 Labor Relations for the Supervisor Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: MGMT-181 or minimum two years of business and/or industrial experience.
A study of labor relations as it pertains to the supervisor in union collective bargaining environments. Emphasizes the methods of preparing for negotiation grievance procedures and the role of the supervisor and union representative.
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MGMT-286 Human Resources Management Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
A study of the personnel program with emphasis on formal personnel department functions manpower and organizational planning administration of personnel procurements and development programs psychological testing and employee appraisal programs.
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Marketing |
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MKTG-150 Principles of Marketing Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016).
This course is designed as an introduction to the marketing environment and the role marketing plays in that environment. The course is intended to cover the marketing mix entrepreneurship consumer behavior and ethics in the business world of today and tomorrow.
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MKTG-153 Sales Promotion Methods Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course teaches the knowledge of basic marketing information related to visual promotion: display windows store design and packaging.
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MKTG-159 Management Co-Op I Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course provides the opportunity for work experience under the supervision of MCC Marketing faculty and a participating employer. Progress reports and specialized projects are required. Class discussion of problems encountered on the job are also conducted.
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MKTG-251 Management of Marketing Techniques Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn and practice a case-problem approach to studying Marketing Management integrating materials from previous courses in a decision-making framework.
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MKTG-253 Advertising Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016).
The study of evaluation of media in relationship to marketing objectives. Includes scope and purpose of advertising copy writing and methods of visualization.
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MKTG-257 Consumer Behavior Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016).
This course covers factors of consumer behavior and examines why they are important to the marketing of a product or service.
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MKTG-258 Management Co-Op II Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MKTG-159 .
This course provides the opportunity for work experience under the supervision of the Marketing Program Coordinator and a participating employer. Progress reports and specialized projects are required. Includes class discussion of problems encountered on the job.
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MKTG-259 Management Co-Op III Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MKTG-258 .
This course is a continuation of MKTG-258 . Work experience under the supervision of the Marketing Program Coordinator and a participating employer. Progress reports and specialized projects are required. Includes class discussion of problems encountered on the job.
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Mathematics |
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MATH-011 The Foundations of Basic Mathematics Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100
This course is designed for students who need the basic concepts of arithmetic. The course is not designed for STEM students. The course will begin with the counting and progress to fundamental operations on: whole numbers fractions decimals integers and percents.
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MATH-021 Basic Mathematics Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 and placement into MATH-021.
This course develops skill in counting, elementary theory of numbers, fundamental operation of both positive and negative numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, measurement, metric system and equations. Designed to meet the needs of students who require a better understanding of the basic concepts fo arithmetic.
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MATH-072 Foundations of Mathematics I Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-011 with a 2.0 or higher or MATH-021 with grade of S or 2.0 or higher or MATH-021A and MATH-021B and MATH-021C and MATH-021D and MATH-021E with grade of S or 2.0 or higher or placement into MATH-072.
Course includes topics related to a mathematical foundation for college students. Topics of study to include simplifying arithmetic, exponential and algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, representing data using mathematical models, graphs and tables and solving application problems.
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MATH-082 Beginning Algebra Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-021 with grade of S or 3.0 or higher or MATH-021A and MATH-021B and MATH-021C and MATH-021D and MATH-021E with a grade of S or 3.0 or higher or MATH-072 with a 2.0 or higher or placement into MATH-082 .
This course teaches math topics equivalent to the first year of High School algebra and is recommended for students who did not take algebra or who need a review. Topics covered include real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, ratio, proportion and percent, problem solving, polynomials, factoring, algebraic fractions, graphic linear equations and square roots and radicals.
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MATH-115 Foundations of Mathematics II Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 . MATH-072 or MATH-082 with 2.0 or higher or placement into MATH-115
This course is intended for students who need algebraic and statistical skills for applications in varied careers. Topics will include linear equations and inequalities, quadratic and exponential equations operations with polynomials functions introduction to probability descriptive statistics systems of equations and matrices sequences and series and the use of technology in mathematics.
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MATH-120 Intermediate Algebra Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 . MATH-082 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or MATH-072 with a minimum grade of 4.0 or MATH-115 with a minimum grade of 3.0 or placement into MATH-120 .
This course is intended for the student who has had one year of High School Algebra or MATH-082 Beginning Algebra . Topics include linear rational and quadratic functions system of equations inequalities polynomials exponents roots and radicals and logarithms.
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MATH-123 Beginning and Intermediate Algebra Credits 4 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: 4.0 in MATH-021 or 3.0 or higher in MATH-115 or placement into MATH-123
This is an accelerated one-semester Algebra course that will combine topics typically covered over two semesters in an Algebra I & II sequence. The course will include topics from Elemnetary Algebra through Intermediate Algebra to prepare a student for Pre-Calculus mathematics. Topics covered will include: Real Number System, Linear and Quadratic equations, Linear and Quadratic inequalities, Ploynomials, Factoring, Functions, Graphs, Solving Systems of Equations.
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MATH-128 Technical Mathematics Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 . MATH-021 with a grade of S/3.0 or higher or MATH-021A through MATH-021E with a grade of S or 3.0 or higher or placement inMATH 082
This course is intended for students who need to fulfill their math requirements in the technical fields. Topics covered include solving linear and quadratic equations, ratio and proportion, problem solving and applications, graphing, measurement and geometry and right angle trigonometry.
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MATH-130 College Algebra Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a 2.0 or higher or placement into MATH-130.
This course is intended for the student who has completed Intermediate Algebra or its equivalent. Topics covered in this course are sets and real numbers, exponents and radicals, quadratics, the binomial theorem, progressions, inequalities, complex numbers, theory of equations, matrices, determinants and series and sequences.
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MATH-140 Trigonometry Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a 2.0 or higher or MATH-128 with a 2.0 or higher or placement into MATH-130 .
This course is designed for the student who has completed Intermediate Algebra or one and one-half years of High School Algebra and Plane Geometry. Topics studied include trigonometric functions, their graphs and identities, right and oblique triangle trigonometry, radians, trigonometric equations and linear and angular velocity.
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MATH-145 Pre-Calculus Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a 3.0 or higher.
This course will incorporate all of the objectives in MATH-130 and MATH-140 into one course. Students will study the algebraic techniques necessary to solve problems of polynomial rational radical exponential logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Students will also study sequences and series and solving systems of equations. Other relations will be studied through parametric equations polar equations and conic sections. This course will be an effective preparation for calculus science courses and other advanced mathematics courses.
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MATH-150 Probability and Statistics Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or MATH-115 with a minimum grade of 3.0 or placement into MATH-130 .
This course is an introduction to elementary probability and statistics. It addresses concepts as applied to the sciences, business and social science fields. Topics covered will include descriptive statistical ones such as graphs and numerical measures and inferential statistical ones on various aspects of Estimation and Hypothesis testing.
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MATH-165 Applied Calculus Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 , ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or placement into MATH-130 . Note: TI-83 calculator is required.
This course is designed primarily for students in the fields of biology, medicine, ecology, business economics and the social sciences. Many applications of calculus to these fields are included. Differentiation and integration are approached in an intuitive and applied manner.
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MATH-170 Analytic Geometry & Calculus I Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 . MATH-130 and MATH-140 both with a 2.0 or higher or MATH-145 with a 2.0 or higher.
This is the first course in a calculus sequence. Topics covered include the review of algebra and trigonometry functions analytic geometry limits and derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions. Applications involving derivatives and integrals will also be covered.
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MATH-180 Analytic Geometry & Calculus II Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 ; MATH-170 with a 2.0 or higher.
This is the second course in the calculus sequence. Topics covered include analytic geometry integration techniques applications of integration sequences and series Taylor series power series parametric equations and polar coordinates.
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MATH-210 Math for Elementary Teachers I Credits 4 / 5 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: MATH-120 with a 2.0 or higher and ENGL-101
A study of number systems, geometry and variables and functions with an emphasis throughout on problem solving and writing. Learning will occur via discovery-based activities done in a group work setting and skill for elementary classrooms will be emphasized.
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MATH-220 Math for Elementary Teachers II Credits 4 / 5 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: MATH-210 with a 2.0 or higher.
This course is a continuation of MATH-210. Topics include probability, statistics and number theory with emphasis trhoughout on problem-solving. Learning will occur via discovery-based activities done in a group work setting. Skills for the elementary classroom will be emphasized.
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MATH-250 Multivariable Calculus Credits 5 / 5 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 or ENGL-100 Note: TI-83 calculator is required. Pre-requisite: MATH-180 with a 2.0 or higher.
This course is the third course in the Calculus sequence. Topics covered include: Vectors and the Geometry of Space, Vector-Valued Functions, Multivariable Functions, Directional Derivatives, Extrema of Multivariable functions, Multiple Integration and Vector Analysis.
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MATH-270 Linear Algebra Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MATH-180 with a 2.0 or higher.
This is an introductory course in linear algebra and includes a study of systems of linear equations, matric algebra, vector spaces and subspaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors with applications.
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MATH-280 Differential Equations Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 . Prerequisite: MATH-180 with a 2.0 or higher.
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Recommended: ENGL-101
An introduction to methods for solving first order differential equations with applications, higher order differential equations with application, Laplace transforms, systems of linear differential equations and numerical methods.
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MECH-120 Mechanical Components and Drives Credits 2 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016).
Note: Students must provide their own safety glasses, flash drive, and 3-ring binder.
This course covers the principles and applications of the most commonly found mechanical drive components as used in industrial automation and control systems. Topics include mechanical power transmission devices such as shafts, belts, chains, cams and gears with an emphasis on application and troubleshooting. The learning plan is aimed at entry level technicians who are involved in the assembly, test, startup, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of automated systems.
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MECH-130 Pneumatic & Hydraulic Fundamentals Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016).
Note: Students must provide their own safety glasses, flash drive, and 3-ring binder.
This course covers the function, operation, and application of common components used in fluid power circuits and automated systems. Topics include circuits and logic, compressors and conditioners, connectors, directional control valves, electro-fluid power, filters, fittings, flow control & relief valves, gauges and instruments, hoses, lubricators, metal tubing, motors, pressure sequence valves, pumps and reservoirs, regulators and threaded pipe. Emphasis is on preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of pneumatic and hydraulic systems as well as safety standards within the industry.
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MECH-144 Machining Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
A lecture and laboratory course introducing traditional metal cutting theory and practice. Includes shop safety measurement operation of the lathe mill drill press and grinders. Students learn machining theory through hands-on projects.
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MECH-150 Material Systems & Evaluation Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
The study of materials commonly used in engineering and industry; sources chemical structure physical properties methods of processing classification and commercial forms metallic and nonmetallic groups.
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MECH-151 Physical Metallurgy Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
This course covers the structures and properties of metals and alloys; effect of composition mechanical and thermal treatment resultant analysis; control procedures destructive and non-destructive testing; types of tool steels; selections and comparison; and industrial applications.
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MECH-210 Advanced Machining for Tooling and Maintenance Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016); MECH 144 and MECH 151 .
Note: Students must provide their own safety glasses, 3-ring binder, 6-inch steel rule, 6-inch caliper, and scientific calculator.
This course is designed to introduce students to the advanced requirements of machining for die, mold, fixture, equipment repair, and machine build operations. Advanced setup and machining knowledge needed for precise fit and function of
mechanical assemblies, and industry standards and best practices for safety of end-users and equipment will also be addressed.
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MECH-246 CNC Lathe Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MECH-144
A lecture laboratory course covering the knowledge of the computer numerical control (CNC) lathe as it relates to the machine tool industry. The fundamental concepts of CNC control units will be introduced using tutorial trainer micro computers test materials and demonstrations. Numerous programming and machining objectives will be designed into the laboratory projects to give students a working knowledge of the CNC lathe. Emphasis is to develop basic skills in CNC lathe machining operations coordinated systems and simple part programming.
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MECH-247 CNC Mill Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MECH-144
A lecture laboratory course covering the knowledge of the computer numerical control (CNC) mill as it relates to the machine tool industry. The fundamental concepts of CNC control units will be introduced using tutorial trainer micro computers test materials and demonstrations. Numerous programming and machining objectives will be designed into the laboratory projects to give students a working knowledge of the CNC mill. Emphasis is to develop basic skills in CNC milling machine operations coordinated systems and simple part programming.
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MECH-249 MasterCAM Credits 3 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MECH-246 or MECH-247
This course is designed to provide students with the concepts and techniques used in computer assisted part making requiring the concepts used in computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). This course is used to provide the skills and competencies needed by qualified machining personnel to operate computerized equipment such as CNC lathes mills and EDM. Students are encouraged to take CADD classes prior to this course.
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MECH-260 Advanced CNC Setup, Programming & Operation Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Pre-requisiste: Placement into RDNG 016 (ACSR-016); MECH 246 and MECH 247 .
Note: Students must provide their own safety glasses, 3-ring binder, 6-inch steel rule, 6-inch caliper, scientific calculator and 1 gig+ thumb drive.
This course is designed to advance Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming, setup and operating knowledge for milling and turning processes. Sequential operations requiring multiple setups and datum transfers are designed to build technical skills in machine setup and process troubleshooting. Macros and subroutines are covered to give the student additional programming tools for productivity and probing integration. Instruction in tool life management and machine parameter settings provides an introduction to supervisory level control features.
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MAET-100 Intro to Media Production Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
In this course students will learn the basic equipment technologies and techniques used throughout the audio and video pre-production and post-production industries. Students will be introduced to the basics of video camera operation lighting sound recording and non-linear editing in order to create real world projects. (Note: MAET-100 is equivalent to COMV-141 . Students who have taken COMV-141 should not take MAET-100)
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MAET-110 Media History and Theory Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076
This course will explore both the history and structure of the electronic media industry and the many ways in which it impacts our daily lives. This course is directed at students as both consumers and producers of media. This class will focus on the various forms and functions of electronic media as well as the industry’s social and ethical implications. Development of critical vocabulary for analyzing and discussing electronic media will be stressed.
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MAET-120 Media Aesthetics Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076
The principles of media aesthetics - light color space time motion visualization and sound - as they function in a finished product are examined. Students will learn to interpret and analyze the major aesthetic principles that drive a viewers perception of mediated messages and apply them to their own work.
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MAET-130 Live Event Production Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). A USB flash drive is required for this class.
An introduction to the sound reinforcement and lighting skills needed to support a live event. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of organizing and maintaining a live stage infrastructure including microphone and cable installation creating a simple light plot light set-up operating mixing and lighting control boards and troubleshooting issues that arise in the live environment.
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MAET-150 Radio-Television News Production Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: MAET-100 and ENGL-101 with a minimum grade of 2.0.
This course will focus on the fundamentals of ethics gathering writing editing producing and delivering news stories features and documentaries for electronic media. Students will use both virtual set and electronic field production (EFP) techniques to report shoot and edit news stories with an appropriate theoretical background. This course will prepare students for work in television and radio news reporting online journalism corporate communications public relations advertising education or other related fields.
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MAET-160 Media Entrepreneurship Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 or completion of RDNG-016, MAET-100 with minimum 2.0 grade Pre- or Co-requisite: ENGL-101.
Prepares student to effectively assume the role of the independent producer as the innovative force behind a project. Students will learn the business skills necessary to form creative collaborations in media, develop a winning brand, and thrive while navigating the dynamics of the ever-changing entertainment marketplace. Heavy focus will be placed on career development and networking.
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MAET-180 Intro to Screenwriting Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: ENGL-101 with a minimum grade of 2.0
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of scriptwriting with emphasis placed on structure plot and character development theme dialogue and critical analysis. Hands-on classroom exercises include writing several short form scripts. Students will also examine real world applications such as script marketing making a pitch and copywriting their work.
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MAET-190 Media Production Internship I Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Maximum Credits 4
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: MAET-100 and program coordinator approval.
Provides first year students an opportunity to intern in a media arts related position with a business or an organization under professional supervision. Students work closely with faculty in arranging and evaluating the workplace experience. Placement is contingent upon interview results between the student and interview site. Students will choose an internship according to their area of interest and are expected to work a minimum of 50 hours per credit in the semester for which the course is offered.
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MAET-200 Television & Commercial Production Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: MAET-100
Emphasis is placed on advanced production techniques for content that may be distributed on broadcast cable and streaming media platforms. Students will also produce commercial advertisements and promotional marketing videos while working both in the field and a studio environment.
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MAET-210 Cinema Production Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MAET-100
Covers advance planning techniques and aesthetic principles for cinema and streaming movie production. Content focus will be on dramatic film-style (single-camera) narrative productions. Students will form industry standard crews that will shoot both on location and on a motion picture sound stage.
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MAET-250 Documentary Production Credits 4 / 6 Contact Hours
Prerequisites: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 Prerequisite: MAET-150 .
Provides a conceptual overview of the forms strategies structures and conventions of documentary film and video. Combines critical viewing skills with practical hands-on instruction in documentary production techniques and aesthetics. Emphasis on research development financing distribution and marketing as integral components of the overall production process.
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MAET-270 Music Recording Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: 2.0 minimum in MUS.-105 or MUS.-106 .
An exploration of recording music in a studio environment. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of recording audio using digital recording software and hardware as well as editing mixing and producing work suitable for diverse media applications.
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MAET-271 Music Post Production Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MAET-270 . Students must provide USB flashdrive external hard drive or online storage.
This course is a continuation of the practices and concepts explored in MAET-270 Music Recording . Students will learn the fundamental concepts of mixing and mastering live-recorded audio using industry-standard audio recording software and hardware. Students will also learn analog audio signal flow and how to build troubleshoot and maintain a studio environment built exclusively of analog software.
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MAET-290 Media Production Internship II Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Maximum Credits 4
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MAET-200 and program coordinator approval.
Provides second year students an opportunity to intern in a media arts-related position with a business or an organization under professional supervision. Students work closely with faculty in arranging and evaluating the workplace experience. Placement is contingent upon interview results between the student and interview site. Students will choose an internship according to their area of interest and are expected to work a minimum of 50 hours per credit in the semester for which the course is offered.
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MUS.-202 Music Post Production Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0.
MUS.-201. Note: Students must provide USB flashdrive, external hard drive, or online storage.
This course is a continuation of the practices and concepts explored in MUS.-201 Music Recording. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of mixing and mastering live-recorded audio, using industry-standard audio recording software and hardware. Students will also learn analog audio signal flow, and how to build, troubleshoot, and maintain a studio environment built exclusively of analog software.
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MUS.-102 Fundamentals of Music Theory Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 ; Placement intoMATH 072 or higher or co-requisite enrollment into MATH 021
Designed for two groups of students Music Fundamentals is for non-music majors interested in learning the basics of reading and playing music or for music majors lacking sufficient background to successfully complete MUS.-191 Music Theory I . Course work covers fundamentals of music notation piano keyboard knowledge and writing basic notes symbols scales chords intervals sight-singing and ear training.
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MUS.-105 Introduction to Music Technology Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 . Note: Basic computer knowledge highly recommended.
An introduction to utilizing computers to record and produce music. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of MIDI and digital audio recording and editing mixing and producing work suitable for diverse media applications.
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MUS.-106 Advanced Music Technology Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: Minimum 2.0 in MUS.-105 or MAET 100
This course offers further exploration of computer-based music recording and production with emphasis on industry-standard software. Students will build upon the fundamental concepts learned in MUS.-105 and develop a more focused understanding of MIDI digital audio recording editing mixing and producing work suitable for diverse media applications.
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MUS.-108 Music Notation Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 . Prerequisite: MUS.-101 or MUS.-191 and MUS.-105 with a minimum grade of 2.0.
This course is an introduction to industry-standard music notation software and is designed for students with fundamental music theory skills. Students will utilize notation software to create prfessional-quality sheet music suitable for diverse musical performance and educational applications.
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MUS.-111 Applied Music I Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) is required. Pre-requisite: Audition demonstrating college-level music ability. Enrollment must be cleared through College Music Office. Credit for private lessons.
Private vocal and instrumental music instruction. Fifteen private lessons each semester with a minimum of six additional hours of practice each week. Final examination by faculty jury. Additional private instruction is required. Auditions for MUS.-111 will be conducted prior to the beginning of each semester and may be arranged by contacting the College Music Office (762-0459).
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MUS.-112 Applied Music II Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: MUS.-111 . Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Credit for private lessons.
Private vocal and instrumental music instruction. Fifteen private lessons each semester with a minimum of six additional hours of practice each week. Final examination by faculty jury. Additional private instruction is required. Auditions for MUS.-112 will be conducted prior to the beginning of each semester and may be arranged by contacting the College Music Office (762-0459).
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MUS.-121 Band I Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) and High School band experience.
The study and performance of significant college-level band literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in band on a non-credit basis. Contact the College Music Office for more information (762-0459).
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MUS.-122 Band II Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-121
The study and performance of significant college-level band literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in band on a non-credit basis. Contact the College Music Office for more information (762-0459).
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MUS.-131 Choir I Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 ACSR-016) and High School choral experience.
The study and performance of significant college-level choral literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in choir on a non-credit basis. Contact the College Music Office for more information (762-0459).
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MUS.-132 Choir II Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) and High School experience. Pre-requisite: MUS.-131
The study and performance of significant college-level choral literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in choir on a non-credit basis. Contact the College Music Office for more information (762-0459).
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MUS.-135 Voice Class I Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
The fundamentals of vocal training through solo and class singing of art songs musical theater pieces and folk songs. No previous vocal training is required but students should be interested in singing as an art. Can be used to help students prepare for auditions into the applied music courses.
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MUS.-136 Voice Class II Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-135
The fundamentals of vocal training through solo and class singing of art songs musical theater pieces and folk songs. No previous vocal training is required but students should be interested in singing as an art. Can be used to help students prepare for auditions into the applied music courses.
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MUS.-140 Survey of Music Business Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076
The primary objective of this course is to develop a fundamental working knowledge of the music business. Topics will include: entrepreneurship live performance the record industry music merchandising contracts and licenses taxes and career opportunities. Discussion regarding music business on the internet will be included.
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MUS.-150 Basic Guitar Credits 2 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016)
Designed to teach basic guitar techniques and music reading. For beginning students who are unable to read music. A limited number of guitars are available for semester-long checkout.
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MUS.-152 Intermediate Guitar Credits 2 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Prerequisite:MUS.-150 .
Designed to to be a continuation of the skills and techniques of classical guitar learned in MUS.-150-Beginning Guitar. A limited number of guitars are available for semester-long checkout.
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MUS.-153 Advanced Guitar Credits 2 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MUS.-152 .
Designed to present advanced playing techniques for classical guitar. A limited number of guitars are available for semester-long checkout.
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MUS.-158 Piano I Credits 2 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016).
The first in a sequence of courses devoted to the development of basic piano playing skills and music reading. Includes a study of repertoire by classical romantic and modern composers as well as a section on chordal improvisation.
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MUS.-159 Piano II Credits 2 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-158
The second in a sequence of courses devoted to the development of piano playing skills and music reading. Includes a study of repertoire by classical romantic and modern composers as well as a section on chordal improvisation.
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MUS.-165 Piano Proficiency I Credits 1 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: Permission of Instructor. Students must take a piano proficiency test to be placed in this class. Arrangements can be made to take the test by contacting the Fine Arts and Social Sciences Division Office at (810)762-0332.
Teaches keyboard skills necessary both for accompaniment of simple music and for developing understanding of basic musical concepts. The course will cover fundamentals of music reading keyboard techniques sight-reading major scales solo literature and harmonization.
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MUS.-166 Piano Proficiency II Credits 1 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-165 with a Minimum grade of 2.0
A continuation of MUS.-165 . Development of minor scales with arpeggios advanced harmonization and solo literature. Any break in the continuity of the piano proficiency sequence will require an audition before resumption of study.
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MUS.-180 Music Appreciation Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076
An introductory course intended to increase the students’ awareness of basic musical elements, instruments, concepts, and forms. The course includes a survey of composers, genres and historical periods of music developed primarily from Western European traditions from Medieval through modern times. Students will learn how to listen and write critically about music and performance, and to appreciate the aesthetics of music and the listening skills required to make aesthetic judgments.
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MUS.-182 Jazz Appreciation Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Recommended: ENGL-101
A chronological study of jazz history survey of current trends relevance of jazz to other forms of modern music and descriptive elements of jazz for listening analysis.
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MUS.-183 World Music and Culture Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Recommended: ENGL-101
While focusing on the music this class also covers the culture and history of countries throughout the world. It allows the student to experience the sights sounds and tastes of Africa the Caribbean Asia and Indonesia. No prior music experience required.
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MUS.-186 Introduction to Film Music Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: ENGL-101 with a minimum grade of 2.0.
This course is a study of the role that music plays in film. It includes a historical overview of film from the silent era to the present day. The importance of music to the film medium will be demonstrated through the classroom viewing of selected films and film scenes. A select number of composers will be emphasized with surveys of their most significant works.
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MUS.-187 History of Rock & Roll Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076
This course will blend musical commentary into an historical and social framework as it traces the development of rock music from its roots in country and blues to the most contemporary trends. Students will experience firsthand the defining characteristics of rock-styles and develop the ability to make connections between the popular music of yesterday and today.
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MUS.-191 Music Theory I Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 ; Minimum 2.0 grade in MUS.-101 or MUS.-102 or equivalent proficiency. Students may demonstrate proficiency by taking the Music Theory Placement Exam available at the Testing Center; Co-requisite: MUS.-195 (effective Fall 2015)
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 ; Placement in MATH 072 or higher or co-rquisite enrollment into MATH 021 ; Minimum 2.0 grade in MUS.-101 or MUS.-102 or equivalent proficiency. Students may demonstrate proficiency by taking the Music Theory Placement Exam available at the Testing Center. (effective Winter 2016) Co-requisite: MUS.-195
Course of study in basic musicianship. Beginning with a review of music fundamentals the course proceeds to a study of the principles underlying tonal relations.
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MUS.-192 Music Theory II Credits 4 / 4 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: Minimum grade of 2.0 in MUS.-191 Co-requisite: MUS.-196
A continuation of the course of study in basic musicianship. Beginning with a review of music fundamentals the course proceeds to a study of the principles underlying tonal relations.
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MUS.-195 Aural Skills I Credits 1 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Co-requisite: MUS.-191
Development of fundamental sight-singing to techniques using movable Do solfege as well as skills in notating performed melodic and harmonic musical examples.
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MUS.-196 Aural Skills II Credits 1 / 2 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or sucessful completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 Pre-requisite: Minimum 2.0 in MUS.-195 . Co-requisite MUS.-192
A continuation of MUS.-195 . Development of movable Do solfege intermediate sight-singing techniques as well as skills in notating performed melodic and harmonic musical examples including two-part and four-part dictation.
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MUS.-206 Scoring for Media Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 , ACLT-075 or ACLT-076 ; 2.0 minimum grade in MUS.-105 and either MUS.-101 or MUS. 102 or MUS.-191 ; Note: Optional: USB flash drive or external hard drive.
The study of creating original music for video designed for students who have a foundation in music fundamentals notation and keyboard skills. Students will utilize computer software and hardware to provide original musical scores to video projects produced by Media Arts students.
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MUS.-207 Electronic Music Composition Credits 3 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: 2.0 minimum in MUS.-102 or MUS.-191 and MUS.-105 .Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or completion of RDNG-016 is required.
Students will learn to create originl musical compostitions utilizing MIDI software. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of music composition: rhythm melody harmony texture timbre register dymanics tempo and form.
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MUS.-211 Applied Music III Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-112 Note: Credit for private lessons.
Private vocal and instrumental music instruction. Fifteen private lessons each semester with a minimum of six additional hours of practice each week. Final examination by faculty jury. Additional private instruction is required. Auditions will be conducted prior to the beginning of each semester and may be arranged by contacting the College Music Office (762-0459).
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MUS.-212 Applied Music IV Credits 1 / 1 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Prerequisite: MUS.-211 Note: Credit for private lessons.
Private vocal and instrumental music instruction. Fifteen private lessons each semester with a minimum of six additional hours of practice each week. Final examination by faculty jury. Additional private instruction is required. Auditions will be conducted prior to the beginning of each semester and may be arranged by contacting the College Music Office (762-0459).
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MUS.-221 Band III Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-122
The study and performance of more advanced significant band literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in band on a non-credit basis.
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MUS.-222 Band IV Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016) Pre-requisite: MUS.-221
The study and performance of more advanced significant band literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in band on a non-credit basis.
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MUS.-231 Choir III Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: MUS.-132 . High School experience or the equivalent.
The study and performance of more advanced significant choral literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in choir on a non-credit basis.
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MUS.-232 Choir IV Credits 1 / 3 Contact Hours
Prerequisite: Placement into RDNG-016 (ACSR-016). Prerequisite: MUS.-231 . High School experience or equivalent.
The study and performance of more advanced significant choral literature. Note: Under special circumstances students may participate in choir on a non-credit basis.
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