Mar 28, 2024  
2011-2013 Catalog-EXPIRED 
    
2011-2013 Catalog-EXPIRED [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Manufacturing

  
  • MN 230B - Tig Welding Aluminum Module B

    (1/2)
    Emphasizes proper assembly of the equipment used in GMAW and GTAW welding and includes safe operation, proper welding procedures and techniques used in welding steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Student performances will be held to the American Welding Society standards of performance in the welding of coupons and testing.
  
  • MN 230C - Mig Welding Module C

    (1/2)
    Emphasizes proper assembly of the equipment used in GMAW welding and includes safe operation, proper welding procedures and techniques used in welding steel. Student performances will be held to the American Welding Society standards of performance in the welding of coupons and testing.
  
  • MN 230D - Flux Cored Arc Welding Module D

    (1/2)
    Emphasizes proper assembly of the equipment used in GMAW and FCAW welding and includes safe operation, proper welding procedures and techniques used in welding steel and aluminum. Student performances will be held to the American Welding Society standards of performance in the welding of coupons and testing.
  
  • MN 231 - Welding Fabrication, Design, and Testing

    (4/8)
    Prerequisites: MN 136  – A study of the elements of metal fabrication, the methods for destructive and nondestructive testing. The procedures for shop fabrication and field erection.
  
  • MN 232 - Technical Pipe Welding

    (5/8)
    Prerequisites: MN 136 , MN 231  – To acquaint the student with the fundamentals of pipe welding in different positions, including 5G and 6G positions using the 6010 and 7018 electrode.
  
  • MN 234 - Metallurgy

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: TE 103 , TE 104  – The application of metallurgical fundamentals of common metal. The behavior of metals under a variety of conditions, machining, welding, forming and heat treating. The behavior of metals under production and service conditions, including fatigue, corrosion, warpage and their prevention.
  
  • MN 235 - CNC Machine Programming

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: MN 119  or MN 199  or instructor approval – Students learn to program and manufacture a part from a part-print. Using computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, they learn proper machine set-ups, G-code and conversational programming, and to machine the parts to part-print specifications.
  
  • MN 235A - CNC Machine Programming Module A

    (1/1.33)
    Prerequisites: MN 119  or MN 199  – A study of CNC milling involving coordinate systems, tooling, work setup, programming and program editing.
  
  • MN 235B - CNC Machine Programming Module B

    (1/1.33)
    Prerequisites: MN 119  or MN 199  – A study of CNC turning involving coordinate systems, tooling, work setup, programming and program editing.
  
  • MN 235C - CNC Machine Programming Module C

    (1/1.34)
    Prerequisites: MN 119  or MN 199  – Introduction to CNC applications using Haas CNC mills. The basic concepts of CNC setup and operation with both manual and conversational control are covered. Basic operation of a RAM EDM is also covered.
  
  • MN 236 - CAM Machine Programming

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: MN 235  – Programming of CNC (computer numerically controlled) machines using part designs to create (2 1/2 axis) machine tool programs and test programs on the CNC machines. Four hours lecture/lab.
  
  • MN 238 - Advanced CNC Programming Applications

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: MN 119 , MN 235  – Students learn advanced CNC applications including programming, tool selection, program specifications for setup of machines, applied cutter compensations, sub-programming, canned cycles, and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) programming. Four hours lecture/lab combination.
  
  • MN 242 - Applied Injection Molding

    (4/6)
    Prerequisites: MN 223  and MN 220  are recommended or approval from the Professor – Using different molds in injection molding machines, students duplicate industrial standards to obtain the highest quality parts with the shortest possible cycle times. Experiments demonstrate injection molding theories learned in MN 223 . Six hours lecture/laboratory combination.
  
  • MN 244 - Advanced Plastics Processing

    (4/6)
    Prerequisites: MN 220  – Students set-up and operate thermoforming, extrusion and blow molding machines, gaining practical experience similar to that encountered in industry.
  
  • MN 248 - Quality Assurance

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: High school algebra or equivalent – The role of the modern quality assurance department, and the tools and skills required in quality assurance today; how standards are set, how to take samples and calculate statistical information, sample statistics, measurements, and procurement procedures included. Three hours lecture. Student will need a scientific calculator; no prior knowledge of statistics is required.
  
  • MN 249 - Statistical Process Control

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: High school algebra or equivalent – Simple statistical procedures for the control of manufacturing processes; data are gathered from processes, product flow charts, and cause-and-effect diagrams for the construction of Pareto charts, pie charts, histograms, variable charts, and attribute charts. Students learn to interpret SPC data. Student will need a scientific calculator; no prior knowledge of statistics is required.
  
  • MN 251 - Gauges for Measurements

    (1/2)
    Students learn to use the common measuring tools encountered in quality science operations. These include calipers, micrometers, and height and depth gauges. Also, an introduction to the use of a coordinate measuring machine. Correct measuring techniques as well as tool care and maintenance are emphasized for each measuring tool. Two hours lecture/lab combination.
  
  • MN 252 - Geometric Tolerancing

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: High school algebra and geometry, or equivalent – Students learn the system of geometric dimensioning and how conventional and geometric tolerancing work together to assure uniformity of fi t, function, and producibility of manufactured parts. Students learn to confirm tolerances and solve problems in quality assurance. Two hours lecture.
  
  • MN 253 - Applied Quality Techniques 1

    (3/3)
    Students apply their knowledge of managerial process control to solve actual industrial problems and learn to troubleshoot a manufacturing process using management theory. Students also learn techniques and theories of continuous quality improvement. Review of materials in preparation for the ASQC (Quality Technician Certification Examination) is also part of the course. Student will need a scientific calculator; no prior knowledge of statistics is required.
  
  • MN 254 - Experimental Design

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MN 248 , MN 249 , MN 253  – Students learn the statistical concepts of experimental design, starting with the classical approach and working up to the latest experimental design techniques of Taguchi and Shaninin. How to apply specific experimental designs to specific applications, and how to modify experimental design models. Three hours lecture. Student will need a scientific calculator; no prior knowledge of statistics is required.
  
  • MN 255 - Applied Quality Techniques 2

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MN 253  – Students continue learning to apply statistics to problems of quality control. Topics include advanced statistical applications, manufacturing, hypothesis testing, inspection theory, regression, probability and measurement/sampling theory.
  
  • MN 256 - Introduction to Coordinate Measuring Machines

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: TE 103 , MN 251  – Students learn the basics of coordinate measuring machine (CMM) operation, coordinate systems, stylus calibration feature measurement, programming and report generation. The maintenance and basic types of coordinate measuring machines are discussed.
  
  • MN 256A - Introduction to Coordinate Measuring Machines, Module A

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MN 251 , TE 103  – Students learn the basics of coordinate measuring machine (CMM) operation, coordinate systems, stylus calibration, feature measurement. The maintenance and basic types of coordinate measuring machines are discussed.
  
  • MN 256B - Introduction to Coordinate Measuring Machines, Mod

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MN 251 , TE 103  – Students learn the basics of coordinate measuring machine (CMM) operation, coordinate systems, stylus calibration, feature measurement, programming and report generation. The maintenance and basic types of coordinate measuring machines are discussed.

Mathematics

  
  • MA 95 - Basic Math Review

    (2/4)
    Math 095 is a one semester review of arithmetic fundamentals. Topics include the arithmetic of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, order of operations, ratios, and proportions. Work is done both with and without a calculator. Semester(s) offered: All
  
  • MA 96 - Pre-Algebra

    (2/4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of MA 95  with C or higher grade – Corequisites: MA 95  – MA 096 is a one semester review of pre-algebra concepts. Topics include the applications of introductory geometry, measurement and statistics; an introduction to polynomial expressions, solving linear equations, linear relationships, square roots, and Cartesian coordinate system. Work is done both with and without a calculator. MA 95  is a prerequisite course. Semester(s) offered: All
  
  • MA 97 - Basic Mathematics Review and Pre-Algebra

    (4/4)
    MA 097 is a one semester review of arithmetic fundamentals and pre-algebra concepts. Topics include the arithmetic of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, order of operations, ratios, proportions, percent and signed numbers; applications of introductory geometry, measurement and statistics; and, an introduction to polynomial expressions, solving linear equations, linear relationships, square roots, and the Cartesian coordinate system. Work is done both with and without a calculator. MA 95  and MA 96  offer the same content over two semesters Semester(s) offered: All
  
  • MA 98 - Elementary Algebra

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: ACT Mathematics subscore above 17, or Accuplacer Mathematics - Arithmetic score above 75, or Grade of C- or better in MA 97  or equivalent, or Grade of C- or better in MA 087 – MA 098 is designed for students with one or two years of high school mathematics. It is also a good review for students who have not recently taken an algebra course. Topics in this course include problem solving techniques, introductory data analysis, interpretation of graphs, operations with real numbers, square roots, equations, formulas, ratio and proportion, linear inequalities in one variable, solving linear equations, graphing linear equations in two variables, slope of a line, equation of a line, systems of linear equations, linear modeling, integer exponents, scientific notation, operations on polynomials, factoring, and solving quadratic equations. MA 104
  
  • MA 105 - Basic Geometry

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in an elementary algebra course or MA 98  – MA 105 is a study of Euclidean geometry which incorporates the principles of mathematical reasoning. Topics include an investigation of the properties and relationships in two and three dimensional figures such as angles, triangles, circles, polygons, convex sets, ratio and proportion, areas, and volumes. The concepts of undefined terms, definitions, postulates, theorems, and corollaries are explored relative to their role in building a mathematical system. The topics in this course provide a good foundation for students intending to take Trigonometry. Transferability is determined by transfer institutions. Recommended Skills: Basic arithmetic skills, College level reading ability, and Communication Skills.
  
  • MA 107 - Intermediate Algebra

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 98  or equivalent – MA 107 is designed for students who have had three years of high school mathematics. Topics in this course include 1st degree equations and inequalities, functions, variation, probability and counting techniques, polynomials, rational expressions, rational exponents and roots, radicals, quadratic functions, exponential functions, and curve fitting. A graphing calculator is required for this course.
  
  • MA 108 - Trigonometry

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in three years of college prep mathematics including geometry or MA 105  and MA 107  – Math 108 is designed to prepare students for higher level mathematics courses, especially for those who plan on taking calculus. Topics include angular measure, development of trigonometric functions, trigonometric identitites, reductions, radian measure, variation and graphs of trigonometric functions, functions of composite angles, identities including composite angles, right triangles and applications, oblique triangles and applications, tigonometric equations, and inverse trigonometric functions. Recommended Skills: College Level Communication skills, College level reading ability, and Computer experience.
  
  • MA 110 - College Algebra

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in three years of preparatory mathematics in high school or MA 107  (Intermediate Algebra) – MA 110 is designed primarily for students whose program does not require any mathematics above the level of College Algebra. Topics include: graphing data, data analysis, solving equations, solving inequalities, functions, combinations of functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, power functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, and series. Some probability and counting may also be included. Use of graphing calculators and current technology will be emphasized. Note: Students in Business, Accounting, Management, and Social Sciences should elect MA 127  (Finite Mathematics) and students who plan on taking MA 133  (Calculus 1) should elect MA 131  (Precalculus). Recommended Skills: College Level Reading Ability, Communication Skills and Technology Skills.
  
  • MA 124 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in one year of high school algebra or MA 98  – MA 124 is intended for students majoring in liberal arts or other fields that do not have a specific mathematics requirement. Its purpose is to give students a broad exposure to a variety of applications of mathematics in the real world. Topics include voting methods, apportionment, mathematics of finance, number theory, shapes and patterns in geometry, networks and directed graphs, counting methods, probability, and statistics.
  
  • MA 127 - Finite Mathematics with Applications

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in two years of high school algebra or MA 107  – MA 127 is designed to give business, economics, management, life sciences, and social sciences students a background in finite mathematics and is a degree requirement at many transfer institutions. Topics include linear functions, mathematical models, systems of linear equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming using both the graphical and the simplex methods, mathematics of finance, sets, counting principles, concepts of probability, and statistics. This course is the recommended prerequisite for MA 129 . Semester(s) offered: All.
  
  • MA 129 - Survey of Calculus

    (5/5)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in at least four years of college preparatory mathematics or MA 110  or MA 127  – MA 129 is intended for students majoring in business, economics, life sciences, and social sciences. Topics in this course include limits of functions, differentiation and integration of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Curve sketching, optimization, related rates, and some techniques of integration are also studied. Applications of integration include area, growth and decay, and differential equations. A graphing calculator is required for this course. MA 129 is not intended for those curricula requiring MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 255 , and/or MA 257 .
  
  • MA 131 - Precalculus

    (5/5)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in 3 years of college preparatory mathematics or MA 107  – MA 131 is designed for students who intend to enroll in the calculus sequence (MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 255 ). Expressions and functions investigated in this class are polynomial, rational, radical, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic. Applications will be introduced throughout the course. Graphing calculators will be utilized to enhance understanding and gain insight through explorations.
  
  • MA 133 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry 1

    (5/5)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in 4 years of college preparatory mathematics or MA 131  – MA 133 is the first of a three semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. Topics covered are limits, continuity, and differentiation with applications involving algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions. In addition antidifferentiation and definite integrals will be introduced. A graphing calculator is required. This course is required for students majoring in mathematics, engineering, physics, computer science, architecture, or actuarial sciences. Semester(s) offered: All.
  
  • MA 134 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry 2

    (5/5)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 133  – MA 134 is a continuation of the calculus sequence and places emphasis on integration. Topics covered are techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, parametric equations, polar coordinates, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, and infinite sequences and series.
  
  • MA 138 - Introduction to Computer Algebra Systems

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: Prior experience working in the Windows computer platform, A grade of “C-” or better in MA 131  or MA 110 , or MA 131  or MA 110  can be taken concurrently., At least basic skills in reading and understanding college material – MA 138 is a hands-on introduction to the computer algebra system MAPLE. By completing a sequence of instructional modules, students will learn how to use commands such as plot, solve, evaluate, and substitute, and will also learn how to use loops, the on-line menu, and text writing. The course will utilize Windows and will incorporate Windows‘ features such as Paint. It is useful for students who wish to use MAPLE in Calculus, and for those planning a career in mathematics, science, or engineering.
  
  • MA 210 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 1

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 107  or equivalent – MA 210 is designed to provide preservice teachers with a conceptual framework for elementary Mathematics. This is accomplished through the use of appropriate manipulatives in a laboratory setting. Topics include problem solving, fundamental concepts and structures of number systems, study of sets, systems of whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, decimals, number theory and real number systems.
  
  • MA 211 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 2

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MA 107  (Intermediate Algebra) or equivalent – MA 211 is designed to provide preservice teachers with the fundamental concepts of probability, counting, statistics, geometry and systems of measurement. Emphasis is on developing understanding through exploring and modeling using appropriate manipulatives and technology, as well as the historical evolution of concepts. Handson laboratory activities are incorporated. This course is designed for those students intending to obtain elementary teaching certification. Recommended Skills: Communication Skills , Technology Skills and Interpersonal Skills.
  
  • MA 215 - Statistics

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 107  or equivalent – MA-215 is designed for students needing an introductory (not calculus-based) statistics course. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability distributions, estimation, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation, chi-square tests, and analysis of variance. In addition, students will solve applied problems by completing required computer assignments using statistical computing software. Applications apply to all fields including education, social sciences, business, engineering, medicine, and the sciences.
  
  • MA 245 - Discrete Mathematical Structures

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 131  or MA 129  – MA 245 is a survey of discrete mathematics with topics selected from mathematical logic, sets, relations, functions, combinatorial mathematics, recurrence relation, mathematical induction, graphs, digraphs, trees, and algorithms.
  
  • MA 255 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry 3

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: Grade of “C-” or better in MA 134  – MA 255 is designed to introduce students to two main areas of study: multivariable calculus and vector calculus. Topics included in the first area are partial derivatives, multiple integrals, directional derivatives and gradients, maximums and minimums, cylindrical and spherical coordinates, lines, planes, and quadric surfaces. Topics included in the second area are dot and cross products, vector valued functions, vector fields, line and surface integrals, curl and divergence, Green’s Theorem and Stokes’ Theorem.
  
  • MA 257 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra

    (4/4)
    Prerequisites: MA 255  – Introduction to differential equations and linear algebra. Topics in differential equations include: linear, separable, homogeneous and exact equations, systems of differential equations, solutions by series, numerical methods, and the Laplace transform. Linear algebra topics include: systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, and vector spaces. Applications are incorporated when appropriate.

Music

  
  • MUS 99 - Music Basics Immersion

    (2/2)
    This class will be an intensive immersion in music basic skills for any adult student interested in learning how music is created. The class will listen, make, move, and play music on various pitched and non-pitched instruments. It will prepare the learner to become aware of musical elements and vocabulary by experiential activities in a week long format. This is not a transfer course. MU 099
  
  • MUS 100 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 141  or MUS 142  (applied music study for non music majors) – MUS 100 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 100 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 100 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 141  and/or MUS 142 . MUS 100 may be waived with music department head permission. MU 105
  
  • MUS 101 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 143  (applied music study for non music majors) – MUS 101 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 101 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 101 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 143 . MUS 101 may be waived with permission from the music department head. MU 105
  
  • MUS 102 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 142  (secondary applied music study for music majors) – MUS 102 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 102 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 102 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 144 . MUS 102 may be waived with music department head permission. MU 105
  
  • MUS 103 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 151 , MUS 152 , or MUS 153  (applied music study for non music majors) – MUS 103 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 103 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 103 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 151 , MUS 152 , or MUS 153 . MUS 103 may be waived with music department head permission. MU 105
  
  • MUS 104 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 161  (applied music study for music majors) – MUS 104 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 104 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 104 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 161 . MUS 104 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 105 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 104 , and MUS 161 ; Corequisites: MUS 162  (applied music study for music majors) – MUS 105 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 105 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 105 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 162 . MUS 105 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 106 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 102 , and MUS 144 ; Corequisites: MUS 243  (secondary applied music study for music majors) – MUS 106 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 106 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 106 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 243 . MUS 106 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 107 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 106 , and MUS 243 ; Corequisites: MUS 244  (secondary applied music study for music majors) – MUS 107 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 107 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 107 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 244 . MUS 107 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 108 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 105 , and MUS 162 ; Corequisites: MUS 261  (applied music study for music majors) – MUS 108 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 108 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 108 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 261 . MUS 108 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 109 - Applied Performance Class

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 108 , and MUS 261 ; Corequisites: MUS 262  (applied music study for music majors) MUS 109 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 109 will include discussion of practice routines and habits, technical and stylistic problems, pedagogy, performance anxiety and repertoire memorization. MUS 109 is required of all students who enroll in MUS 262 . MUS 109 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department. MU 105
  
  • MUS 110 - The Appreciation of World and Western Music

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101  – This course is designed to increase the student’s ability to effectively listen to and communicate about music. Study of the elements and media of music will include investigation of World and Western music. Outside reading, listening, and concert attendance are required. This course counts toward the Group 1 (humanities) requirement for the associate degree and is required for the Music Merchandising concentration of the Associate of Music degree. MU 107
  
  • MUS 111 - Jazz in Contemporary America

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 – This course discusses the jazz experience, both for the listener and the performer. No prior knowledge of music is required. Jazz is demonstrated by live performers and by recordings. The student is acquainted with its history, styles, and techniques. Jazz and society, jazz and culture, and jazz as an art form are discussed. The class may be chosen as a general humanities elective, and is required for students who are completing the Music Merchandising concentration of the Associate in Music degree. MU 109
  
  • MUS 112 - Basic Music Theory

    (3/5)
    Prerequisites: Successful Completion of AFP Courses: EN 97  and/or MA 95  and MA 96 , or MA 97  if required by Accuplacer test score; Corequisites: MUS 120  (may be waived with department permission) – A study of basic musical materials, scales,key signatures, intervals, triads, rhythm and pitch notation, ear-training and dictation. This course does not replace MUS 113 . This course may be offered online. Students successfully completing the online version of MUS 112 will need to pass the music theory pretest before enrolling in MUS 113 . MU 100
  
  • MUS 113 - Introduction to Music Theory 1

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112 , MUS 120 , and EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 115  – This course is designed primarily for freshmen music majors and minors. The course covers the fundamentals of music–scales, intervals, triads, and rhythm as well as providing an introduction to voice leading through first species counterpoint. The course is best taken concurrently with MUS 115 Aural Comprehension I . MU 101
  
  • MUS 114 - Introduction to Music Theory 2

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 113  and EN 101  (student may prove competency in MUS 113  concepts through testing, with music advisor approval); Corequisites: MUS 116  Aural Comprehension 2 – MUS 114 is an integrated theory course designed primarily for freshman music majors and minors. The course deals with the development of partwriting skills through further studies in species counterpart and four-voice chorale texture. Students will learn to harmonize melodies and develop good chord progressions with triads and seventh chords. MUS 114 should be taken concurrently with MUS 116 , Aural Comprehension 2. MU 102
  
  • MUS 115 - Aural Comprehension I

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 100 , MUS 169, and Music Theory Pretest 85% correct; Corequisites: MUS 113  – MUS 115 Aural Comprehension I is required of all music majors. Students will develop their aural capacity and literacy through exercises in beginning melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation. Students will master solfeggio, Curwen hand signs, and singing melodies at sight. This is the first of two courses in freshman aural skills designed to transfer to the four-year institution. Requires additional Music Lab computer assisted instruction each week. MU 178
  
  • MUS 116 - Aural Comprehension 2

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 113 , MUS 115 , and EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 114  – The student will continue developing aural capacity through exercises in intermediate melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation, mastery of solfeggio while singing intermediate melodies at sight. This is the second of two courses in freshman aural skills designed to transfer to the four-year institution. Objectives of this course are concurrent with and complementary to MUS 102 . Additional Music Lab hours are required each week. MU 179
  
  • MUS 120 - Introduction to Piano

    (1/2)
    This class is for the student with no prior music reading experience. It is taught with the assumption that the student has never played the piano and has no prior formal piano study. The emphasis is on introducing basic concepts of notation, musicianship, keyboard geography, and technique. This class meets for two hours per week. MU 169
  
  • MUS 121 - Piano Techniques 1

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of MUS 120  or pretest score of 90% – Development of piano techniques: sight-reading, use of primary chords, transposition, and acquisition of standard piano repertoire. For students with little or no keyboard background who have prior music-reading experience. Class meets two hours a week. MU 171
  
  • MUS 122 - Piano Techniques 2

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 121  or permission of instructor – Continuation of MUS 121 , with greater emphasis on keyboard facility, sight playing, and piano repertory of various styles. This class meets for two hours per week. MU 172
  
  • MUS 131 - Group Vocal Techniques 1

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  and EN 100  or EN 101 – Group Vocal Techniques is beginning vocal instruction for students whose applied major is voice. Students will study basic vocal technique, vocal anatomy, breath management, diction for singers, posture for singing, and performance deportment. Students will begin to apply these techniques by learning folk songs and simple arts songs. Students who wish to study applied voice will be required to perform for the voice faculty at the completion of MUS 131. MUS 131 may be waived by audition and permission from the Music Department Head. Non-Music Majors may enroll in MUS 131. MU 181
  
  • MUS 133 - Beginning Guitar

    (1/2)
    Fundamentals in the use and performance of the guitar as an accompaniment instrument. Designed for the person interested in performing appropriate chordal backgrounds on the guitar. Proper guitar techniques, chords, chord theory, accompaniment patterns, and styles will be taught and analyzed through instruction and listening. MU 177
  
  • MUS 134 - Classic Guitar 1

    (1/2)
    Fundamentals of playing the instrument. Emphasis on building a workable foundation for using the guitar as effectively as possible in a variety of musical styles. Meets two hours per week. Guitar Majors may be placed in MUS 134 in place of applied music MUS 135 . MU 174
  
  • MUS 135 - Classical Guitar 2

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 134  or equivalent – This course is a continuation of MUS 134  Classic Guitar 1. Students will further develop technique, scales, technical studies, music reading, and repertoire. Students who successfully complete this course may audition for admission into MUS 161 , Applied Music Guitar, for more advanced guitar study. MU 176
  
  • MUS 136 - Jazz Guitar I

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 134  or equivalent and MUS 112  or equivalent – Beginning Jazz Guitar focuses on the fundamentals of chord structures, scales, improvisation, and jazz repertoire as they pertain to jazz, pop and rock guitar. This course is part of the Guitar Major curriculum. MU 115
  
  • MUS 141 - Applied Music Secondary

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, and EN 100  or EN 101 . Corequisites: MUS 100  – Performance elective for non-music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by instructor with department consent required. Applied study requires one half-hour lesson each week and one hour of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken with MUS 100 , Applied Performance Class. MU 111
  
  • MUS 142 - Applied Music Secondary

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest and EN 100  or EN 101 . Corequisites: MUS 100  – Performance elective for non-music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by instructor with department consent required. Applied study requires one half-hour lesson each week and one hour of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken with MUS 100 , Applied Performance Class. MU 112
  
  • MUS 143 - Applied Music Secondary - 1 For Music Majors

    (1/1 )
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101 . Corequisites: MUS 101  – Secondary requirement in instrumental/voice/piano for music majors or elective for non-music majors; placement by instructor. Minor study requires a half-hour lesson each week and one hour of practice/applied study each day. Applied Music Fee is charged. Applied Music is independent study and Department consent is required. This class must be taken with MUS 101 . Secondary applied performance elective for music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by audition with department consent required. Applied study requires one half-hour lesson each week and one hour of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken concurrently with MUS 101 , Applied Performance Class. MU 121
  
  • MUS 144 - Applied Music Secondary 2 for Music Majors

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101  and MUS 143 ; Corequisites: MUS 102  – Secondary applied performance elective for music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by audition with department consent required. Applied study requires one half-hour lesson each week and one hour of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken concurrently with MUS 102  Applied Performance Class. MU 122
  
  • MUS 151 - Applied Music Primary 1 for Non-Music Majors

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 103  must be taken concurrently – Performance elective for nonmusic majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by instructor with department consent required. Applied study requires a one hour lesson each week and two hours of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken with MUS 103  Applied Performance Class. MU 141
  
  • MUS 152 - Applied Music Primary 2 For Non-music Majors

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101  and MUS 151 ; Corequisites: MUS 103  must be taken concurrently – Performance elective for non-music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by instructor with department consent required. Applied study requires a one-hour lesson each week and two hours of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken with MUS 103  Applied Performance Class. MU 142
  
  • MUS 153 - Applied Music Primary-3 For Nonmusic Majors

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101  and MUS 152 ; Corequisites: MUS 103  primary applied performance elective for nonmusic majors – Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by audition with department consent required. Applied study requires a one-hour lesson each week and two hours of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken concurrently with MUS 103 , Applied Performance Class. MU 143
  
  • MUS 161 - Applied Music Primary 1 for Non-Music Majors

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  or score of 85% on Music Theory Pretest, EN 100  or EN 101 , MUS 153  or successful audition; Corequisites: MUS 104  – may be waived with consent of dept. head. Primary applied performance requirement for music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by audition with department consent required. Applied study requires a one-hour lesson each week and two hours of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken concurrently with MUS 104 , Applied Performance Class. MU 151
  
  • MUS 162 - Applied Music Primary 2 for Music Majors

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: Successful Completion of MUS 161 ; Corequisites: MUS 105  – may be waived with consent of dept. head. Primary applied performance requirement for music majors. Applied music is independent study in instrumental/voice/piano. Placement by audition with department consent required. Applied study requires a one-hour lesson each week and two hours of practice/applied study each day. This class must be taken concurrently with MUS 105 , Applied Performance Class. MU 152
  
  • MUS 171 - Music Sequencing for the General College Student

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 – Students use the Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) equipped computing system to enhance communication through music and sound; apply fundamental music and computer skills to create a music and/or sound segment for incorporation into composition or presentation of choice; and use the MIDI system for synthesizer programming and digital sequence recording while gaining familiarity with MIDI computer software. Prior introductory experiences with both music and computers recommended. This course focuses on the use of the Logic software. Fee is charged. MU 144
  
  • MUS 172 - Pro-Tools Basic for Non-Recording Technology Majors

    (2/2)
    Prerequisites: EN 100  or EN 101 – The study of advanced digital audio workstation sequencing techniques. The student will learn to enter music (data) and manipulate it to serve the needs of such individuals as music producers and web designers. This course focuses on the use of the Pro Tools software. MU 145
  
  • MUS 173 - Basic Studio Techniques 1

    (4/5)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112 , EN 100 , and basic computer skills; Corequisites: MUS 113 , MUS 115 , and MUS 121  – Fundamentals of the recording arts, including basic audio signal and acoustics theory, digital audio fundamentals, recording consoles, microphone design and signal processing. Students work in on-campus lab and studio to complete lab assignments and projects. Department consent required. Separate lab required. Lab fee is charged. MU 154
  
  • MUS 174 - Basic Studio Techniques 2

    (4/5)
    Prerequisites: MUS 173 , MUS 112 , and EN 100  – The student will develop basic recording skills in microphone placement and choice, how proximity and acoustics affect sonic clarity, recording console use, the use of various recording storage mediums, how audio processing can improve sound image as well as recreating acoustic environments with digital reverberation. The objective of this course is to build on the knowledge gained in MUS 173 . This course continues to explore the toolbox of the sound engineer. MU 155
  
  • MUS 181 - Chamber Music 1

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  and MUS 153  or permission from instructor – Small chamber music ensembles in strings, woodwinds, brass, voice, keyboard and percussion in both traditional and jazz modes. At least four and no more than 16 members make up each ensemble. MU 239
  
  • MUS 182 - Chamber Music 2

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  and MUS 153  or permission from instructor – Small chamber music ensembles in strings, woodwind, brass, voice, keyboard and percussion in both traditional and jazz modes. At least four and no more than sixteen members make up each ensemble. MU 240
  
  • MUS 185 - Jazz Improvisation 1

    (1/1)
    Prerequisites: MUS 114 , MUS 116 , and MUS 161  – A study and directed application of the fundamentals of jazz improvisation including basic chord and scale construction and recognition, harmonic function, chord-scale relationships and basic blues and popular song forms. All students will be required to develop aural and performance skills relative to those theory skills. MU 263
  
  • MUS 190 - Jazz Ensemble

    (1/2)
    Membership by audition held at the beginning of the fall semester. The jazz ensemble will rehearse and perform pieces in various styles and from various periods in jazz and big band development. Improvisation will be taught and emphasized in performance. Contact department head for more information concerning the audition. MU 196
  
  • MUS 191 - Madrigal Singers

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: MUS 112  and MUS 153  or permission from instructor; Corequisites: MUS 195  – may be waived with department permission. A select group of vocalists who perform literature from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. This organization also performs with instrumental ensembles. An active performance schedule is maintained throughout the year. Auditions are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Contact department head for more information. MU 192
  
  • MUS 192 - Shades of Blue

    (1/2)
    Shades of Blue is a vocal jazz ensemble. The primary concern of this course is artistic and creative vocal jazz for ensemble performance. Advanced solo experience, microphone techniques, and vocal improvisation are part of the course offering. Students who audition will prepare a vocal solo from the Broadway, pop vocal, or vocal jazz idiom. Students will also prepare a required repertoire selection. MU 294
  
  • MUS 193 - Kent Philharmonia Orchestra

    (1/3)
    KPO is a community orchestra that consists of adult musicians and college students (on credit basis). The orchestra performs 4 concerts of major orchestral literature per year. Participation is open by audition. Students need to be pre-approved for enrollment by the conductor and/or the orchestra manager before registration. MU 189
  
  • MUS 194 - Campus Band

    (1/2)
    Campus Band is designed for students who are either music majors with a noninstrumental applied emphasis or who have a major outside music. The group will perform works from original and transcribed sources. Campus Band is open to all GRCC students with previous experience performing on band instruments. No audition is required to enroll. MU 190
  
  • MUS 195 - College Choir

    (1/3)
    The College Choir ranges from 60 to 90 voices and performs a wide range of choral repertoire, including extended works. The College Choir is required of all vocal music education and performance majors. MU 191
  
  • MUS 196 - College Orchestra

    (1/3)
    The college Orchestra studies and performs works from all periods of music, appropriate to the instrumentation of the ensemble. MUS 196 is required of music majors whose primary instrument is violin, viola, cello or string bass. Wind players enroll with permission of the instructor. Non-music majors are encouraged to play in the ensemble and may or may not enroll for credit. MU 194
  
  • MUS 197 - Wind Ensemble

    (1/3)
    The college Wind Ensemble studies and performs works from all periods of music, appropriate to the instrumentation of the ensemble. MUS 197 is required of music majors whose primary instrument is woodwind, brass, or percussion. Non-music majors are encouraged to play in the ensemble, but an audition will be required. MU 195
  
  • MUS 198 - Guitar Ensemble

    (1/3)
    Prerequisites: Students should have satisfactorily completed MUS 135  or have permission to enroll for this course from the instructor. Membership by audition held at the beginning of the fall semester – The Guitar Ensemble studies and performs works from original and transcribed sources. Repertoire ranges from Renaissance through modern music. The ensemble has from 2 to 4 performances per semester. This course satisfi es the major ensemble requirement for students who choose guitar as their major instrument. MU 197
  
  • MUS 200 - Music for Classroom Teachers

    (3/4)
    Prerequisites: EN 101  – Designed for elementary education students without regard to previous musical training. Students are prepared to use music functionally in the elementary classroom through singing, responding to music rhythmically, listening activities, and basic guitar, keyboard and other informal instrument experience. Three hours lecture one hour lab. Service Learning component may be included. MU 200
  
  • MUS 213 - Advanced Music Theory 1

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 114 , MUS 116  and EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 215  – This course is a continuation of MUS 114 . It extends the student’s knowledge of species counterpoint, voice leading, and chromatic harmony as well as introduces the study of small part forms and larger complex forms. Students should enroll concurrently in MUS 215 . MU 201
  
  • MUS 214 - Advanced Music Theory 2

    (3/3)
    Prerequisites: MUS 213 , MUS 215 , and EN 101 ; Corequisites: MUS 216  – This course is a continuation of MUS 213 . It extends the student’s knowledge of species counterpoint, voice leading and chromatic harmony as well as introducing the study of the harmonic, rhythmic and melodic materials of the late 19th and 20th centuries. Students should enroll concurrently in MUS 216 . MU 202
  
  • MUS 215 - Aural Comprehension 3

    (1/2)
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MUS 116  and MUS 114 ; Corequisites: MUS 213  – An advanced continuation of the aural skills learned in MUS 116 . Emphasis is on singing, aural identification and dictation of scales, intervals, harmonic progressions, melodic patterns, rhythmic patterns, triads and seventh chords. Development of intermediate sightsinging techniques as well as skills in notating performed melodic and harmonic musical examples. Weekly Music Lab requirement. Lab fee. MU 208
 

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