Jun 25, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Manufacturing

  
  • MN 119 - Introductory Machine Operations

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 8


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class covers the basic operation of metal-removing machinery most commonly used in industry. Areas of instruction include the proper use of power saws, drill presses, lathes, vertical mills, and surface grinders. Shop safety, basic metrology, and an introduction to CNC machining is also included. 

    This course is offered in both lecture/lab and module formats.  Students must successfully complete all four (4) modules, in sequence, to achieve full course credit.

    MN 119A (Introductory Machine Operations Module A) – Students are given an introduction to the manufacturing environment.  Special emphasis is placed on general safety procedures and recognition of hazardous materials.  Proper use of hand tools, measuring tools, and layout tools is emphasized. 

    MN 119B (Introductory Machine Operations Module B) – Students study and apply the fundamentals of metal cutting with the proper application of cutting tools.  Specific training in the proper use of power saws, drill presses, and vertical mills is addressed.

    MN 119C (Introductory Machine Operations Module C) – Students study and apply the fundamentals of metal cutting with the proper application of cutting tools.  Specific training in the proper use of an engine lathe with traditional and special tooling, setups, and fixturing methods are introduced.  The importance of tighter tolerances and better surface finishes is also stressed.

    MN 119D (Introductory Machine Operations Module D) – Students will study basic surface grinding and CNC operations.  Students will use a Haas CNC mill in both manual and G-code modes to introduce the basic concepts of CNC setup and operation.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 134 - Basic Oxyacetylene Welding

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the fundamentals of oxyacetylene welding, cutting, and brazing, and to provide them with basic skills in oxy-fuel operations and the standards for safe welding practices.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 136 - Basic Arc Welding

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 8


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers the theory and application of Shielded Metal Arc Welding on plate steel and multiple joint configurations. Emphasis is placed on the methods of performing various types of welds on all position work to the American Welding Society code. 

    This course along with MN 134 , MN 202 , MN 203 , and MN 231  prepares students to take tests and complete laboratory work leading to the American Welding Society Sense Level 1 Credential.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 146 - Introduction to Robotics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, students learn the use of industrial robotic technology.  Students learn the basic characteristics, unit configuration, system controls, and user justification. Robotic operations and programming fundamentals are applied by the student in a lab setting.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 165 - Plastics Testing

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers the identification and testing of plastic materials used in industry.  It emphasizes procedures that familiarize students with mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, optical, and weathering properties of plastics.  Testing follows ASTM guidelines.  

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 199 - Theory of Machine Operations

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class covers the theory of metal-removing machinery most commonly used in industry. Areas of instruction include the proper use of power saws, drill presses, lathes, vertical mills, and surface grinders. Shop safety, basic metrology, and an introduction to Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machining are also included.  It is recommended that students have math proficiency equivalent to MA 095 or Higher, and a basic understanding of blueprint reading/interpretation prior to enrolling in this course.

    This course is offered in both lecture/lab and module formats.  Students must successfully complete both modules, in sequence, to achieve full course credit.

    MN 199A (Theory of Machine Shop Module A) – An introduction to a manufacturing environment with special emphasis placed on general safety procedures and the recognition of hazardous materials.  The proper use of hand tools, measuring tools, and layout tools is emphasized while students study the general capabilities of power saws, drill presses, and vertical mills. 

    MN 199B (Theory of Machine Shop Module B) – Students continue the study and application of metal cutting fundamentals with training in the proper use, tooling, and setup of an engine lathe.  Students will also study and apply the fundamentals of precision grinding and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machining methods. 

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 200 - Intermediate Machine Operations

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 8


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 119  (C- or Higher) or MN 199  (C- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class covers the intermediate operation of metal-removing machinery most commonly used in industry. Areas of instruction include the intermediary use of power saws, drill presses, lathes, vertical mills, surface grinders, and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) vertical mills.

    This course is offered in both lecture/lab and module formats.  Students must successfully complete all four (4) modules, in sequence, to achieve full course credit.

    MN 200A (Intermediate Machine Operations Module A) – Students will study and apply the fundamentals necessary for the intermediary use of power saws, drill presses, and vertical mills.

    MN 200B (Intermediate Machine Operations Module B) – Students will study and apply the fundamentals necessary for the intermediary use of an engine lathe.

    MN 200C (Intermediate Machine Operations Module C) – Students will study and apply the fundamentals necessary for the intermediary use of a surface grinder.

    MN 200D (Intermediate Machine Operations Module D) – Students will study and apply the fundamentals necessary for the intermediary use of a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) vertical mill.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 202 - MIG / Gas Metal Arc Welding

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course emphasizes proper usage and assembly of the equipment used in MIG (GMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). The course content includes the theory behind the process, safe operation, proper welding procedures and techniques used in welding steel. Student performances are held to the American Welding Society standards of performance in the welding of coupons and testing.

    This course along with MN 134 , MN 136 , MN 203 , and MN 231  prepares students to take tests and complete laboratory work leading to the American Welding Society Sense Level 1 Credential.  

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 203 - TIG / Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course emphasizes proper usage and assembly of the equipment used in the TIG (GTAW) welding process. The course content includes the theory behind the process, safe operation, proper welding procedures and techniques used in welding steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Student performances are held to the American Welding Society standards of performance in the welding of coupons and testing.

    This course along with MN 136 , and MN 231  prepares students to take tests and complete laboratory work leading to the American Welding Society Sense Level 1 Credential.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MN 213 - Machinery’s Handbook

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MN 213 trains the industrial worker to use the Machinery’s Handbook to solve shop problems through the use of algebraic formulas, geometric constructions, and data tables. Topics include shop math, material properties, machining parameters, tapers, threads, gearing, and tooling specifications. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 214 - Advanced Machine Trades Blueprint Reading

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 114  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is an advanced course in the study and interpolation of complicated machine and tool prints of the machine trades. Because, this is an advanced course, students should have previous blue print reading or drafting skills.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 215 - Industrial Physics

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: TE 103  and TE 104  

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: A course in elementary physics that will cover mechanics, scientific notations, metric systems, simple machines, strength of materials, law of gases and hydraulics.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 217 - Hydraulics

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers the fundamentals of fluid under pressure, also known as Hydraulics.  This course covers how fluid under pressure is converted to develop hydraulic power, the operation of hydraulic valves, the proper selection of components and the design of hydraulic circuits. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 218 - Pneumatics

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers the fundamentals of moving fluids and pneumatic power. Students review design requirements of pneumatic compressors, circuits and robotic applications, and gain an understanding of the laws which apply to gases independent of heat, pressure and volume. Additionally, operating pneumatic valves and selecting proper pneumatic cylinders and motors, as well as pneumatic air preparation and distribution within normal operation of industrial applications is taught.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 219 - Survey of Polymer Technology

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, students learn the basic chemistry of the most common polymers used in the industry today.  How thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers are formed is a key consideration.  Also emphasized throughout this course are the physical and chemical behaviors of plastics as they relate to their applications.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 220 - Basic Plastics Processing

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides students with an overview of making polymer based products in a manufacturing setting.  Various molding process including Injection Molding, Blowmolding, Extrusion Forming, Thermoforming, and other processes, as well as the nomenclature associated with them, are examined. The course assumes students have little or no prior knowledge of the manufacturing activities of making plastic products. Students spend time in a lab setting each week, doing a variety of different types of experiments. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 223 - Injection Molding Theory

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 220  (C- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, the theoretical and practical concepts relating to the production of plastic articles by injection molding are covered; emphasis is on machine and peripheral equipment operation as they affect plastic part quality.  Properties of plastics and molding faults with special emphasis on troubleshooting techniques are also included.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 231 - Welding Fabrication, Design, and Testing

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 8
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 136  (D- or Higher) and MN 202  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MN 203   
    Description: This course is a study of the elements of metal fabrication and the methods for destructive and nondestructive testing. The procedures for shop fabrication, welder qualification testing, and practical hands on lab work are part of the course work. All prerequisite courses must be completed to successfully navigate this course.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 232 - Technical Pipe Welding

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 8
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 231  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with the fundamentals of pipe welding in different positions, including 1G, 2G, 5G, and 6G positions using a combination of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 233 - Welding Automation

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 202   (C- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The introduction to welding automation exposes students to core concepts and theory behind automation practices as they are used in the industry. Students learn basic robotic programming on Fanuc welding robots and  other automation equipment. Special emphasis is placed on welding joint design, setup, and the effects of welding parameters and their outcomes on welded members.  It is recommended that students have basic math skills and college level reading and writing skills prior to enrolling in this course.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 234 - Metallurgy

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course focuses on the application of metallurgical fundamentals of common metal. The behavior of metals under a variety of conditions, machining, welding, forming and heat treating is covered. The behavior of metals under production and service conditions, including fatigue, corrosion, warpage and their prevention is also emphasized.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 235 - Basic Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Programming

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 119  (D- or Higher) or MN 199  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides opportunities for students to learn the fundamental concepts necessary for the successful programming and operation of a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine tool utilizing the Fanuc-style (M&G code) programming language.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 236 - Computer Aided Manufacturing (MASTER CAM I)

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 235  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course offers opportunities to learn the programming and operation of a computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine tool by utilizing the computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software package - Mastercam.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 238 - Advanced Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Programming

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 235  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course provides opportunities for students to learn advanced computer numerical controlled (CNC) applications for complex programming and operation of a CNC machine tool utilizing the Fanuc-style (M&G code) programming language.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 242 - Applied Injection Molding

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MN 223  
    Description: This course provides students with knowledge and experience in solving common issues encountered running injection molding production equipment.  Students relate machine control parameters to their effect on processes and part quality.  Students set-up processes using different molds in injection molding machines and duplicate industrial standards to obtain the highest quality parts with the shortest possible cycle times.  Added emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and process optimization.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 244 - Advanced Plastics Process

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 6
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course, students gain in depth knowledge about the processes of Extrusion, Blowmolding, and Thermoforming.  They learn through a series of classroom lectures, hands on lab experiments, and actual company tours. Students set up and operate Thermoforming, Extrusion, and Blowmolding machines, gaining practical experience similar to that encountered in industry.







     

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 248 - Quality Assurance

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This couse is about the role of the modern quality assurance department and the tools and skills required in quality assurance today.  It covers how standards are set, how to take samples and calculate statistical information, sample statistics, measurements, and procurement procedures. 

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 249 - Statistical Process Control

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers simple statistical procedures for the control of manufacturing processes, including the study of data analysis and process improvement methodologies, product flow charts, cause-and-effect diagrams, Pareto charts, pie charts, histograms, and a variety of variable and attribute charts. Students learn to interpret SPC data, conduct process capability studies, and Repeatability and Reproducibility studies. 

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 251 - Gauges for Measurements

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course students learn to use the common measuring tools encountered in quality science operations. These include calipers, micrometers, and height and depth gauges.  The use of a coordinate measuring machine is also introduced. Correct measuring techniques as well as tool care and maintenance are emphasized for each measuring tool.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 252 - Geometric Tolerancing

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course students learn the system of geometric dimensioning and how conventional and geometric tolerancing work together to assure uniformity of fit, function, and producibility of manufactured parts. Students learn to confirm tolerances and solve problems in quality assurance.

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 253 - Applied Quality Techniques I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course 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 a part of the course.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 254 - Experimental Design

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 248  (D- or Higher) andMN 249  (D- or Higher) and MN 253  (D- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: In this course 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 Shainin. Application and modification of specific experimental designs is also covered.

    Course Fee: $15.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MN 266 - Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing (MasterCAM II)

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MN 236  (C- or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course builds on MN 236 - Computer Aided Manufacturing (MASTER CAM I) .  Students learn how to program, post process programs, develop workholding tooling, and examine the differences in multi-axis tooling for both 4-Axis and 5-Axis Machine Tools.  Emphasis is placed on both production machining along with single part machining or prototyping.

    Course Fee: $25.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

Mathematics

  
  • MA Course - Elective

    Credit Hours: varies by course
    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  
  
  
  • MA 10 - Corequisite for College Algebra

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 98  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 110  
    Description: This course reviews and develops algebra skills necessary for success in College Algebra.  Topics in College Algebra include graphing data and data analysis; solving equations and inequalities; functions, combinations of functions, polynomial, rational, power, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations, matrices, sequences and series.  MA 010 will scaffold assignments and activities from the linked MA 110  class.  This course will also teach and develop non-cognitive skills necessary for success in the college classroom.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
  
  • MA 70 - Adaptive Mathematics

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course combines individualized instruction with web-based cognitive software to meet the academic needs of each individual student. The software uses adaptive questioning to determine which foundational skills from arithmetic, pre-algebra, and/or algebra each student needs to review or strengthen.  Minimum individualized progress benchmarks are enforced throughout the course.  Upon completion of this course, students take a placement test to determine the next math class in which they should enroll.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 93 - Mathematical Literacy Co-Requisite

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ALEKS PPL score between 0 and 13

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 99   
    Description: MA 93 Mathematical Literacy Co-Requisite allows students the extra time and support to develop competency with math content necessary to succeed in MA 99   Mathematical Literacy. This course is designed for students with ALEKS PPL scores of 0 - 13.  All students who are enrolled in MA 99 with an ALEKS PPL score between 0 and 13 must also enroll in this course.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 94 - Pre-Algebra Lab

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ALEKS PPL Score of 0 - 6

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 97  
    Description: MA 94 Pre-Algebra Lab allows students the extra time to develop affective and cognitive skills necessary to meet the course learning outcomes of MA 97 Pre-Algebra. This tutorial lab is designed for students with ALEKS PPL scores of 0 - 6.  All students who are enrolled in MA 97 with an ALEKS PPL score between 0 and 6 must also enroll in this course.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 97 - Pre-Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: ALEKS score of 7-13

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 94
    Description: MA 97 is a one semester course of Pre-Algebra mathematics topics and concepts. Content includes measurement, geometry, the language of mathematics, simplifying expressions and solving equations (integers and signed fractions context), proportional reasoning, tables, graphs, and statistics topics. Work is done both with and without a calculator.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 98 - Elementary Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 97  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 14 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 098 is designed for students needing to learn beginning algebra or as a review for students who have not recently taken an algebra course. Topics in this course include problem solving techniques, interpretation of graphs, operations with real numbers, absolute values, 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.  In addition, to learning algebraic topics students will develop tools to study and learn mathematics.  Graphing calculators will not be used in this course.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 99 - Mathematical Literacy

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: ALEKS Score of 14 or Higher OR MA 93  Co-Requisite

    Corequisites: MA 93  if ALEKS score of 0-13
    Description: This course is an introduction to mathematical reasoning. It helps students develop mathematical competency and literacy. The course is tailored to fit the needs of students who are preparing for non-stem pathways. The course seeks to develop and enhance problem-solving capabilities, enable students to apply simple mathematical models as a means of solving real-world problems, and become more competent mathematically through the exercise of critical thinking, the application of mathematical concepts, and problem-solving skills.  This course is not intended to prepare students for MA 107   Intermediate Algebra.

    Course Fee: $10.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 105 - Basic Geometry

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 98  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 105 is a study of Euclidean Geometry which incorporates principles of mathematical reasoning. Topics include investigations of properties and relationships of two and three dimensional figures such as angles, triangles, circles, polygons, convex sets, areas, volumes, and similar figures. The concepts of undefined terms, definitions, postulates, theorems, and corollaries are explored relative to their role in building a mathematical system. This course provides a good foundation for students intending to take Trigonometry. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 107 - Intermediate Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 98  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 107 is designed to increase students’ understanding of algebra. Topics include linear functions and inequalities, variation, polynomials, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents and roots, radical equations, quadratic functions, exponential functions, and an introduction to logarithms. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 108 - Trigonometry

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 107 (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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, trigonometric equations, and inverse trigonometric functions.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 110 - College Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 107  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 110 is designed primarily for students whose program does not require any mathematics above the level of College Algebra. Topics include graphing data and data analysis; solving equations and inequalities; functions, combinations of functions, polynomial, rational, power, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of equations, matrices, sequences and series. Use of graphing calculators and current technology is emphasized. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 115 - Data Analysis and Algebraic Models

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in the following courses: MA 98  OR MA 99  OR ALEKS Score of 22 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Students will use mathematical and statistical tools to model and explore real life data. Topics include an introduction to data collection and analysis, statistical studies, descriptive statistics and graphs, linear functions and inequalities, exponential functions, modeling data with functions, linear systems of equations, set theory, and an introduction to probability. This course requires the use of statistical technology.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 124 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 98  or MA 99  or MA 107  or ALEKS score of 30 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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 real-world applications of mathematics. Topics include voting methods, apportionment, mathematics of finance, number theory, shapes and patterns in geometry, networks and directed graphs, counting methods, probability and statistics.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 127 - Finite Mathematics with Applications

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 107  OR MA 108  OR MA 110  OR MA 131  OR MA 133  OR MA 133  OR MA 134  OR MA 245  OR MA 250  OR MA 255  OR MA 257  OR MA 259  OR ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 127 is designed to give business, economics, management, life sciences, and social sciences students a background in finite mathematics. 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 and concepts of probability and statistics. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 129 - Survey of Calculus

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 110 , MA 127 MA 131  or ALEKS score of 61 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Topics covered in MA 129 include limits of functions, differentiation and integration of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, curve sketching, optimization, related rates, selected techniques of integration and an introduction to multivariable calculus. Applications of integration include area, growth, decay and differential equations, with particular focus on applications to economics, life sciences, and social sciences.  A graphing calculator is required for this course. MA 129 is not intended for those curricula requiring MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 255,  or MA 257 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 131 - Precalculus

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 107  (C or Higher) or MA 108  (C or Higher) or MA 110  (C or Higher) or ALEKS score of 61 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Expressions and functions investigated in this course are polynomial, rational, radical, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic. Applications are introduced throughout the course. Graphing calculators are utilized to enhance understanding and gain insight through explorations. This course helps prepare students for the Calculus sequence (MA 133 , MA 134 , MA 255 ).

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 133 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: C or Higher in one of the following courses: [MA 108  and MA 110 ] OR MA 131  or ALEKS score of 76 or Higher

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 133 is the first course in the three-semester Calculus sequence. Topics include limits, continuity, and differentiation, with applications to indeterminate forms, curve sketching, optimization and related rates involving algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions. 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. Students should be very proficient in algebra and trigonometry learned in precalculus prior to enrolling in this course.  

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 134 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II

    Credit Hours: 5
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 133  (C or Higher)

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 134 is the second course in the three-semester Calculus sequence, emphasizing integration and series. Topics include techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, parametric equations, polar coordinates, improper integrals, infinite series and its applications. Students should be very proficient in algebra, trigonometry, and differentiation using the standard rules from Calculus I prior to enrolling in this course.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 138 - Introduction to Computer Algebra Systems

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 133  
    Description: 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. MA 138 is useful for students who plan on a career in mathematics, science or engineering. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 215 - Statistics

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 107  OR MA 108  OR MA 110  OR MA 115  OR MA 127  OR MA 129  OR  MA 131  OR MA 133  OR MA 134  OR  MA 245  OR MA 255  OR MA 257  OR ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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 and graphing calculators. Applications apply to all fields including education, social sciences, business, engineering, medicine, and the sciences. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 226 - Teaching Counting and Whole Number Operations

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 107  OR MA 108  OR MA 110  ORMA 127  OR MA 129  OR MA 131  OR MA 133  OR MA 134  OR MA 245  OR MA 255  OR MA 257  or ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This is the first in a 2-course sequence for prospective elementary teachers.  In-depth explorations will focus on whole number representations, counting, and operations.  Pedagogy will focus on the development of students’ understanding, thinking processes, strategies, and problem solving. Clinical experience will include working with a local preschool or elementary school and/or studying student work, observing student-teacher interactions, and peer review.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 227 - Teaching Fractions and Decimals

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 226  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is the second in a 2-course sequence for prospective elementary teachers. Content will include in-depth explorations into the areas of fractions, decimals, and proportional reasoning. The pedagogical portion of the class focuses on development of Grade PK-6 children’s understanding, thinking processes, strategies, and problem-solving skills through peer review and studying student work. Clinical experience will include working with a local preschool or elementary school and/or studying student work, observing student-teacher interactions, and peer review.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 235 - Introduction to Data Science

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

     

     

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MA 215  (C or Higher) Must be taken either prior to or at the same time as this course.


    Description: Introduction to the main tools of data science. Such as probability, statistical inference, regression, and machine learning. Introduction to analyzing data and turning data into decision making tools. Topics include collecting, wrangling, and sharing data, and how to communicate results through graphical visualizations.

    The course will prepare students to learn the more advanced concepts and skills of data science.

    Statistical software will be used. No previous knowledge of a Statistics software package or programing is necessary. (Some experience with programming is recommended.)

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required


    General Education Distribution Category Met: None

  
  • MA 240 - Geometry and Measurement for Elementary Teachers

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 107  OR MA 108  OR MA 110  OR MA 127  OR MA 129  OR MA 131  ORMA 133  OR MA 134  OR MA 245  OR MA 255  OR MA 257  or ALEKS score of 46 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 240 is designed to provide pre-service teachers with the fundamental concepts of geometry, systems of measurement, and pedagogical methods for teaching these concepts. Emphasis is on developing understanding through exploring and modeling using appropriate manipulatives and technology, as well as the historical evolution of concepts. Hands-on laboratory activities are incorporated. This course is designed for those students intending to obtain elementary teaching certification.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 245 - Discrete Mathematical Structures

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in one of the following courses: MA 131 or MA 133 or MA 134 or MA 255 or MA 257 or ALEKS score of 76 or Higher

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 245 is a survey of Discrete Mathematics. Topics include mathematical logic, sets, relations, functions, combinatorial mathematics, recurrence relations, proof techniques, mathematical induction, graphs, digraphs, trees and algorithms.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 250 - Linear Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 133  (C or Higher)

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 250 - Linear Algebra is an introduction to Linear Algebra. It covers vectors in two and three dimensional space, systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, linear transformations, vectors in Rn, subspaces, dependence, bases, and eigenvectors. It includes some work with proofs and some applications.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Mathematics
  
  • MA 255 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: MA 134  (C or Higher)

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 255 is the third course in the three-semester Calculus sequence, and will 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, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 257 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 255  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 257 is an introduction to Differential Equations and Linear Algebra. Differential equations topics include linear, separable, homogeneous and exact equations; systems of differential equations; solutions by series, numerical methods and Laplace transforms. Linear algebra topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces and linear transformations. Applications are incorporated when appropriate. 

    Course Fee: $19.00

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 259 - Differential Equations

    Credit Hours: 4
    Contact Hours: 4
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MA 255  (C or Higher) 

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MA 259 is an introduction to Differential Equations. Differential equations topics include linear, separable, homogeneous, exact, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli, higher-order equations, systems of differential equations, nonlinear systems, linearization, phase plane analysis, solutions by series, numerical methods, Picard’s method, and Laplace transforms. Applications include modeling with differential equations and systems of differential equations.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MA 107 or Higher Elective - (min. of 3)


    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  • MA 107 or Higher Elective - (min. of 4)


    English Prerequisites:

    Description:

  
  

Music

  
  • MUS Elective - (min. of 3)


    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description:

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 105 - Applied Performance Class

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 161 , MUS 162 , MUS 261 , or MUS 262  
    Description: MUS 105 is a performance class organized by applied area. MUS 105 includes 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 161-262. MUS 105 may be waived with permission from the head of the music department.

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 107 - Music Fundamentals

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is an immersive study of music fundamentals. It is designed for those students with no prior music experience. Students learn to manipulate the musical language including: standard rhythmic and melodic notation, basic ear-training and recognition of standard musical concepts.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 110 - Appreciation of World and Western Music

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: 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 include investigation of World and Western music. Outside reading, listening, and concert attendance are required. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • MUS 111 - Jazz In Contemporary America

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a survey of the different genres of Jazz music beginning with its earliest origins and continuing through the development of various different styles. Students identify and discuss the historical and societal influences that contributed to the evolution of jazz. The study includes field hollers, blues, Dixieland, swing, bebop, cool, and other forms. No musical background is required.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • MUS 112 - Basic Music Theory

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 5
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is an introduction to basic musical concepts including, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, rhythms, pitch notation, and ear-training. This course does not replace MUS 113 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 113 - Music Theory I

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 112  (C or Higher) and MUS 120  (C or Higher) or 85% Music Theory Pretest (see Music Department to enroll)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 115  
    Description: The course covers the fundamentals of music including pitch, rhythm, melodic and harmonic analysis, and provides an introduction to the 16th century voice leading through first species counterpoint.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 114 - Music Theory II

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 113  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 116  
    Description: MUS 114 is an integrated theory course that focuses on the development of part-writing skills through further studies in species  counterpart and four-voice chorale texture. Students learn to harmonize melodies and develop chord progressions consistent with tonal harmony, diatonic triads, seventh chords, and secondary function chords.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 115 - Aural Comprehension I

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: [MUS 112  (C or Higher) and MUS 120  (C or Higher)] or 85% Music Theory Pretest

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 113  
    Description: Students develop their aural capacity and literacy through exercises in beginning melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic dictation. Students 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.  Additional Auralia cloud-based assisted instruction is required each week. 

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 116 - Aural Comprehension II

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 113  (C or Higher) and MUS 115  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 114  
    Description: In this course the student continues developing aural capacity through exercises in intermediate melodic, rhythmic, harmonic dictation, and mastery of solfeggio while singing intermediate melodies at sight. This is the second of two courses in first year college aural skills. Objectives of this course are concurrent with, and complementary to, MUS 114 . Additional Auralia practice hours are required each week.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 117 - Jazz Theory I

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 114  (C or Higher) and MUS 116  (C or Higher) and MUS 122  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MUS 117 is a study of jazz/popular music theory.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 118 - Jazz Arranging

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 117  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: MUS 118 is a study of jazz arranging techniques from quartet to big band.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 120 - Introduction to Piano

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: The emphasis of this course is on introducing basic concepts of notation, musicianship, keyboard geography, and technique. This course is designed for the student with no prior music reading experience and is taught with the assumption that the student has never played the piano and has no prior formal piano study. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 121 - Piano Techniques I

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 120  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class further develops the student’s piano techniques. Skills developed include sight-reading, harmonizing with primary chords, simple transposition, and acquisition of standard piano repertoire. It is taught with the assumption that the student has prior music reading experience and has little to no familiarity with the keyboard. If the prerequisite course is not met, please see the department for information about the piano placement exam.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 122 - Piano Techniques II

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 121  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This class continues skills and concepts mastered in MUS 121 , with greater emphasis on keyboard facility, sight playing, and piano repertoire of various styles. If the prerequisite course is not met, please see the department for information about the piano placement exam. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 130 - American Popular Music

    Credit Hours: 3
    Contact Hours: 3
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a survey of genres of American popular music beginning with an examination of sources of popular styles, and then following the development of American popular music through current musical styles. The discussions include folk, blues, gospel, country, jazz, musical theater, popular song, rock, and more.  No musical background is required.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: Humanities
  
  • MUS 131 - Diction for Singers

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Diction for Singers is a phonetic approach to the pronunciation of the Italian and English languages and is designed for singers and choral directors. The performance of the language utilizes the vocal literature of major composers in each language.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 133 - Beginning Guitar

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course covers the fundamentals in the use and performance of the guitar as an accompaniment instrument.  It is designed for students who are interested in performing accompaniments for songs on the guitar.  Topics covered are guitar techniques, music reading, chords, chord theory, and accompaniment patterns. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 134 - Classic Guitar I

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a study of classical guitar techniques and music, with emphasis on developing a fluent guitar technique, a thorough understanding of music fundamentals, and the performance of solo music on the guitar. 

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 135 - Classical Guitar II

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 134  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This course is a continuation of MUS 134 , Classical Guitar I.  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.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 136 - Jazz Guitar I

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 112  (C or Higher) and MUS 134  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: Beginning Jazz Guitar focuses on the fundamentals of chord structures, scales, improvisation, and jazz repertoire as they apply to jazz, pop and rock guitar.

    Department Consent: No Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 141 - Applied Music Secondary I - For Non-Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition in a one-on-one setting. 

    Course Fee: $175.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 142 - Applied Music Secondary II - For Non-Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 141  

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument, or voice, conducting or music composition in a one-on-one setting.

    Course Fee: $175.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 143 - Applied Music Secondary I - For Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 142  

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition, and for the non-keyboard emphasis music major who wishes to study piano in a one-on-one setting. 

    Course Fee: $175.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 144 - Applied Music Secondary II - For Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 1
    Contact Hours: 1
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 143  

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition, and for the non-keyboard emphasis music major who wishes to study piano in a one-on-one setting. 

    Course Fee: $175.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 151 - Applied Music Primary I - For Non-Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None 
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition in a one-on-one setting.

    Course Fee: $350.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 152 - Applied Music Primary II - For Non-Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 151  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition in a one-on-one setting.

    Course Fee: $350.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 153 - Applied Music Primary III - For Non-Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 152  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: None
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the general college student who wishes to study an instrument or voice, conducting or music composition in a one-on-one setting.

    Course Fee: $350.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 161 - Applied Music Primary I - For Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 153  (C or Higher) 

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 105  
    Description:  This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence. The prerequisite course may be waived following a successful audition. Contact the department for more information

    Course Fee: $350.0

    Department Consent: Department Consent Required
    General Education Distribution Category Met: None
  
  • MUS 162 - Applied Music Primary II - For Music Majors

    Credit Hours: 2
    Contact Hours: 2
    Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 161  (C or Higher)

    English Prerequisites: None

    Math Prerequisites: None

    Corequisites: MUS 105  
    Description: This applied music study is designed for the student that is majoring in music and who is working to complete the 4-semester applied music sequence.

    Course Fee: $350.00

    Department Consent: No Consent
 

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