NWCCD 2021-22 Catalog 
    
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NWCCD 2021-22 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

Courses

 
  

  • MUSC 1120 - Double Bass I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in double bass performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring double bass as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1120 Double Bass I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1130 - Flute l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in flute performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring flute as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1130 Flute I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1140 - French Horn I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in French horn performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring French horn as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1140 French Horn I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1150 - Guitar l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in guitar performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring guitar as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1150 Guitar I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1152 - Bass Guitar I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in bass guitar performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring bass guitar as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1152 Bass Guitar I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1170 - Oboe l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in oboe performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring oboe as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1170 Oboe I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1180 - Organ I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in organ performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring organ as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1180 Organ I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1190 - Percussion l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in percussion performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring percussion as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1190 Percussion I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1200 - Piano l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in piano performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring piano as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1200 Piano I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1210 - Saxophone I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in saxophone performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring saxophone as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1210 Saxophone I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1220 - Trombone I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in trombone performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring trombone as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1220 Trombone I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1230 - Trumpet l

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in trumpet performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring trumpet as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1230 Trumpet I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1240 - Tuba I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in tuba performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring tuba as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1240 Tuba I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1250 - Violin I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in violin performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring violin as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1250 Violin I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1260 - Viola I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in viola performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring viola as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1260 Viola I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1270 - Voice I

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in voice performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring voice as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1270 Voice I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Music Major
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Comments: Music Majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1272 - Songwriting

    This course is an introduction to the practical application and techniques of songwriting. Topics include melody, lyrics, form, harmonic progressions, points of view, and song logic. Students will also study solo writing and collaborative methods and processes.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1275 - Applied Lessons I

    This course offers students weekly, 30- or 60-minute private lessons in instrumental performance and techniques. It is required for first-year music majors declaring a primary instrument that is not listed in the institutional catalog. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1275 Applied Lessons I can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I or MUSC 1040 Written Theory II; Enrollment in a music department ensemble as determined by the studio instructor.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1290 - Keyboard Theory I

    This course reinforces core music theory concepts through the development of rudimentary keyboard skills taught in a group setting. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for a piano proficiency exam required of most four-year music programs. First of a four-semester sequence, MUSC 1290 Keyboard Theory I covers keyboard and notation basics, five-finger positions and patterns, major scales, and primary triads.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Prior to fall 2016, offered as MUSC 1300.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1295 - Keyboard Theory II

    This course reinforces core music theory concepts through the development of rudimentary keyboard skills taught in a group setting. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for a piano proficiency exam required of most four-year music programs. Second in a four-semester sequence, MUSC 1295 Keyboard Theory II covers minor keys, modes, parallel scales and arpeggios, secondary triads, and seventh chords.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1290 Class Piano I
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2016, course offered as MUSC 1301.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1310 - Public School Methods: Brass

    This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of brass pedagogy and performance for music education majors. The course consists of two components: applied study on brass instruments, and study/discussion of current pedagogy and methods.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1040 Written Theory II and MUSC 1045 Aural Theory II
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1375 - Symphony Band

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform symphonic band repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1375 Symphony Band can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1380 - Wind Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform wind ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1380 Wind Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Comments: A maximum of 4 credits may be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1385 - Music Technology Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to create, rehearse, and perform original repertoire in an organized group setting. Emphasis is placed on group composition and improvisation using music technology-related instruments and devices. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1385 Music Technology Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1388 - Jazz Improvisation & Combo

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform jazz combo repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1388 Jazz Improvisation and Combo can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1390 - Jazz Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform jazz ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1390 Jazz Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1400 - Collegiate Chorale

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for the student to study and perform large chorus music in an organized group setting. Repertoire is drawn from a variety of styles and genres. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1400 Collegiate Chorale can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: This course may be used in satisfying the Human Culture requirement at UW.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1410 - Chamber Choir

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for the student to study and perform vocal music in an organized smaller group setting. Repertoire is drawn from a variety of styles and genres. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1400 Collegiate Chorale can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only or permission of instructor
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1415 - Intro to Music Technology

    This course explores the use of computers in music creation. Emphasis centers on contemporary production techniques, hardware, software programs, and operating systems. This course assumes no prior experience with music or computer training.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1425 - History of Rock Music

    This course examines the historical, musical, and socioeconomic development of rock music from its origins to today. Major stylistic trends, performers, producers, and songwriters are studied. Emphasis is on the development of tools for critical thinking and active listening. No prior musical experience is assumed.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Cross-listed: HIST 1425 History of Rock Music
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1428 - History of Jazz

    This course examines the historical, musical, and socioeconomic development of jazz music from its origins to today. Major stylistic trends, performers, and composers are studied. Emphasis is on the development of tools for critical thinking and intelligent listening. No prior musical experience is assumed.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1430 - Symphony Orchestra

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform symphonic repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1430 Symphony Orchestra can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only or permission of instructor
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1440 - Chamber Orchestra

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform chamber orchestra repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1440 Chamber Orchestra can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1450 - Percussion Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble, which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform percussion ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1450 Percussion Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1470 - Woodwind Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform woodwind ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1470 Woodwind Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1476 - Flute Choir

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform flute choir repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1476 Flute Choir can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Audition or approval of the instructor
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1480 - Chamber Music Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform chamber music ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1480 Chamber Music Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music majors only
    Comments: previously titled Guitar Ensemble
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1495 - Baroque Ensemble

    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform Baroque ensemble repertoire in an organized group setting. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1495 Baroque Ensemble can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Music Majors Only
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 1520 - Topics in Music Technology

    This course is an examination of current topics in music technology. Topics explored by this course center around tools, techniques, and aesthetic approaches related to the production of music created with the aid of contemporary technology.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: A rudimentary ability to read music notation and an ability to play entry level piano music (grade 1).
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • MUSC 2025 - Introduction to World Music

    This course explores various aspects of music from a global perspective. The focus is on music styles and traditions from outside of the Western canon. Students will actively study music in its cultural context from a variety of geographic areas of the world.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    General Education Cultural Studies-Global Diversity
    Cross-listed: ANTH 2025 Intro to World Music
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2030 - Written Theory III

    This course is a continuation of the concepts and skills learned in MUSC 1040 Written Theory II. Topics include modulation to closely-related keys, standardized formal structures of the common practice period, modal mixture, Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, vocal music, and chromatic harmony.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1040 - Written Theory II
    Co-requisites: MUSC 2035 Aural Theory III and MUSC 2290 Keyboard Theory III
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2035 - Aural Theory III

    This course offers students an opportunity to develop advanced techniques and methods related to the skills learned in MUSC 1045 Aural Theory II. Emphasis is placed on chromatic harmony and formal structures in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1045 Aural Theory II
    Co-requisites: MUSC 2030 Written Theory III and MUSC 2290 Keyboard Theory III
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2040 - Music Theory IV

    This course is a continuation of MUSC 2030 Written Theory III, focusing on various topics including the application and analysis of post-tonal techniques. Theoretical systems studied include set theory, serialism, and major movements since 1945.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSC 2030 Written Theory III
    Co-requisites: MUSC 2045 Aural Theory IV and MUSC 2295 Keyboard Theory IV
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2045 - Aural Theory IV

    This course offers students an opportunity to learn further techniques and methods related to the skills learned in MUSC 2035 Aural Theory III.  
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 2035 Aural Theory III
    Co-requisites: MUSC 2040 Written Theory IV and MUSC 2295 Keyboard Theory IV
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2050 - History of Western Music I

    This course examines the music and aesthetics of Western art music from Antiquity through the Baroque era. Major composers and their works are put into historical context. Critical listening, thinking and analytical skills are developed.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ENGL 1010 English I, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2055 - Music History Survey II

    This course examines the music and aesthetics of Western art music from the Classical through the Contemporary eras. Major composers and their works are put into historical context. Critical listening, thinking and analytical skills are developed. The skills practiced and learned provide students with the fundamental knowledge of music history required for further study in the discipline.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 English I with C or better; or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2080 - Baritone Horn II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in baritone horn performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring baritone horn (euphonium) as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2080 Baritone Horn II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two Semesters of study in MUSC 1080 Baritone Horn I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2100 - Cello II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in cello performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring cello as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2100 Cello II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semester of MUSC 1100 Cello I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2110 - Clarinet II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in clarinet performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring clarinet as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2110 Clarinet II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1110 Clarinet I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2120 - Double Bass II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in double bass performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring double bass as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2120 Double Bass II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1120 Double Bass I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2130 - Flute ll

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in flute performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring flute as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2130 Flute II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1130 Flute I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2140 - French Horn II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in French horn performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring French horn as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2140 French Horn II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1140 French Horn I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2150 - Guitar II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in guitar performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring guitar as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2150 Guitar II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1150 Guitar I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2152 - Bass Guitar II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in bass guitar performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring bass guitar as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2152 Bass Guitar II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1152 Bass Guitar I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2170 - Oboe ll

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in Oboe performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring Oboe as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2170 Oboe II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1170 Oboe I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2180 - Organ II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in organ performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring organ as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2180 Organ II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1180 Organ I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2190 - Percussion ll

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in percussion performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring percussion as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2190 Percussion II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1190 Percussion I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2200 - Piano ll

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in piano performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring piano as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2200 Piano II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1200 Piano I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2210 - Saxophone ll

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in saxophone performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring saxophone as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2210 Saxophone II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1210 Saxophone I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2220 - Trombone II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in trombone performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring trombone as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2220 Trombone II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1220 Trombone I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2230 - Trumpet II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in trumpet performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring trumpet as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2230 Trumpet II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1230 Trumpet I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2240 - Tuba II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in tuba performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring tuba as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2240 Tuba II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1240 Tuba I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2250 - Violin II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in violin performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring violin as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2250 Violin II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1250 Violin I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2260 - Viola II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in viola performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring viola as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2260 Viola II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1260 Viola I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2270 - Voice II

    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in voice performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for second-year music majors declaring voice as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2270 Voice II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1270 Voice I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2274 - Applied Voice/Performance

    This course involves the study of voice and the performance practices related to that study.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: Audition: the student must demonstrate vocal prowess above the average
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2275 - Applied Lessons II

    This course offers students weekly, 30- or 60-minute private lessons in instrumental performance and techniques. It is required for second-year music majors declaring a primary instrument that is not listed in the institutional catalog. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 2275 Applied Lessons II can be counted toward the Associates of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
    Prerequisites: Two semesters of study in MUSC 1275 Applied Lessons I
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2290 - Keyboard Theory III

    This course reinforces core music theory concepts through the development of rudimentary keyboard skills taught in a group setting. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for a piano proficiency exam required of most four-year music programs. Third in a four-semester sequence, MUSC 2290 Keyboard Theory III covers a review of freshman-level keyboard theory, an introduction to standardized forms and musical style periods, and secondary-function dominant seventh chords.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Complete MUSC 1295 Class Piano II (previously MUSC 1301)
    Comments: Course number was MUSC 1302 prior to fall 2016
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2295 - Keyboard Theory IV

    This course reinforces core music theory concepts through the development of rudimentary keyboard skills taught in a group setting. Emphasis is placed on the preparation for a piano proficiency exam required of most four-year music programs. Last in a four-semester sequence, MUSC 2295 Keyboard Theory IV covers modulation, chromatic pre-dominant chords, vocal and instrumental accompaniments, and supplementary solo repertoire.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 2290 Class Piano III (previously MUSC 1302)
    Comments: course number was MUSC 1303 prior to fall 2016
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2300 - Principles of Arranging

    This course serves as an introduction to the methods of arranging for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Topics include reharmonization, melodic paraphrasing, orchestration, and development of formal structures. Students will also survey the characteristics and limitations of various acoustic and electronic instruments.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1040 Written Theory II or permission of instructor
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2320 - Diction for Singers I

    This course provides study of proper pronunciation and enunciation of the English and Italian languages for singing proposes. Standard art song and operatic repertoire in these languages is explored.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2325 - Diction for Singers II

    This course provides study of proper pronunciation and enunciation of the French and German languages for singing proposes. Standard art song and operatic repertoire in these languages is explored.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2395 - Piano Proficiency Exam

    The piano proficiency exam verifies proficient keyboard reading, technical and music performance skills, and realization of theoretical concepts at the keyboard. Successful completion of the exam will be documented on the student’s transcript as evidence of keyboard competency for the purpose of transferring to a four-year music program. It is intended to verify piano keyboard competency for music majors intending to pursue a music degree at a four-year institution.
    Minimum Credits: 0
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • MUSC 2410 - Techniques for Live Sound

    This course serves as an introduction to the theory, methods, and equipment used in live sound reinforcement, mixing, and recording. Topics include sound theory and acoustics, cables, connectors, mixers, amplifiers, signal processors, microphones, and loudspeakers. Common mixing and recording practices are explored. Qualifications and duties of a professional sound operator are also examined.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2430 - Intermediate Music Technology

    This course explores further concepts and applications of music technology initially studied in MUSC 1415 Intro to Music Technology.  Topics will focus on intermediate techniques in MIDI sequencing, audio signal processing, synthesis, sampling, multi-track recording, and music engraving.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1415 Intro to Music Technology
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2445 - Topics in Music Technology

    This course examines a current topic in music technology. Topics explored by this course center around tools, techniques, and aesthetic approaches related to the production of music created with the aid of contemporary technology.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 2430 Intermediate Music Technology or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2465 - Directed Studies in Music:

    This course allows students to investigate a selected topic in music under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 3
    Prerequisites: Instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2470 - Performing Arts Internship, Music

    This course is designed to allow students to receive credit while working in a professional setting. Internships provide exposure to a workplace environment and offer students the opportunity to connect theory to practice. Students engage in the arts, develop new skills, expand their professional network, and refine their career goals.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 3
    Prerequisites: Instructor Consent
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2480 - Introduction to Music Industry Studies

    This course provides an introductory overview of the commercial music industry. Topics surveyed include careers, recording and publishing deals, royalties, copyright issues, touring, and merchandising.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: none
    Co-requisites: none
    Grading: Letter
  

  • MUSC 2500 - Music Portfolio

    This course covers practical matters for emerging creative professionals. Topics include the development of a professional portfolio, resume, and other promotional materials. Students investigate areas of specialization and explore further educational and professional opportunities. Students also develop and present a capstone project.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • NRST 0000 - Any course from NRST department

    Any course from NRST department
  

  • NRST 1510 - Nursing Assistant

    This course prepares students in basic nursing, personal care skills, knowledge of body systems, mental health, social service needs, basic restorative services, resident’s rights, introduction to long-term care, and basic life support (BLS) for Healthcare providers.

    In addition, the student will be eligible to sit for the National Nursing Assistant Certification examination.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • NURS 1100 - Professional Nursing Care in Health Promotion

    This course introduces the learner to concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Health promotion includes learning about self-health and health in children, adults, older adults, and the family experiencing a normal pregnancy. Learners value evidence about healthy lifestyle patterns and risk factors for disease and illness, apply growth and development theory, develop therapeutic relationships, conduct an age-appropriate and culturally-sensitive health assessment, and promote health using the nursing process and standards of professional nursing.
    Minimum Credits: 9
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing Program
    Grading: Letter
  

  • NURS 1200 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Chronic Illness

    This course introduces the learner to the patient and family with chronic illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication and advocacy when providing care to patients with chronic illness across the lifespan. Learners identify the roles and values of the members of the inter-professional healthcare team. The patient and family-lived experience is emphasized.
    Minimum Credits: 9
    Prerequisites: NURS 1100 Professional Nursing Care in Health Promotion
    Grading: Letter
  

  • NURS 2300 - Professional Nursing Care of the Patient with Acute Illness

    This course introduces the learner to the patient and family with acute illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. Learners use caring behaviors, therapeutic communication and advocacy when providing care to patients with acute illness across the lifespan. The learner facilitates the effectiveness of the inter-professional healthcare team. The patient and family-lived experience is emphasized.
    Minimum Credits: 9
    Prerequisites: NURS 1200 Professional Nursing Care in Chronic Illness
    Grading: Letter
  

  • NURS 2400 - Professional Nursing Care in Complex Illness

    This course introduces the learner to the patient and family with complex illness using the concepts of health promotion, safety, clinical judgment, leadership, patient centeredness, and professionalism. This course is focused on the vulnerable patient, which could include multisystem acute and chronic diseases processes and physiological, mental and socioeconomic factors that put the patient at risk. The patient and family-lived experience is emphasized.
    Minimum Credits: 9
    Prerequisites: NURS 2300 Professional Nursing Care in Acute Illness
    Grading: Letter
  

  • PEAC 0000 - PE Activity Course

    Choose any PEAC activity course.
  

  • PEAC 1000 - Fitness:

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Students learn various aspects of cardiorespiratory endurance as well as muscular strength and endurance that will help them to enhance the physical dimension of wellness. Activities related to this course vary from semester to semester.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Prior to Fall 2021, this course was offered as PEAC 1034.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1001 - Health and Wellness

    This course is designed to help students develop and actively pursue individual health and fitness goals in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Students examine current health issues and the role of physical fitness in a wellness lifestyle. 
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Comments: May complete PEAC 1001 or HLED 1281 (previously HLED 1270) but may not take both for graduation requirements.
    Grading: Letter
  

  • PEAC 1011 - Aquatic Conditioning

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Students learn various aspects of water cross training and water aerobics that will help them to enhance the physical dimension of wellness. Activities related to this course vary from semester to semester.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1040 - Tai Chi

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Students will learn various aspects of this ancient Chinese form of movement. This discipline improves balance, endurance, and overall physical condition. It is known to improve focus and concentration. The principles taught in this class will help students to enhance the physical dimension of wellness.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1041 - Personal Defense:

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Throughout the semester, students study self-defense through one martial arts style and develop flexibility, balance, and core strength. Activities related to this course vary from semester to semester.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1272 - Cardio/Power Circuit Training

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Students learn various aspects of cardiorespiratory endurance as well as muscular strength and endurance that will help them to enhance the physical dimension of wellness.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1273 - Weight Training and Conditioning

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Students are introduced to a variety of exercises intended to increase muscular strength and endurance. Activities related to this course vary from semester to semester.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEAC 1294 - Beginning Yoga

    This course is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their personal wellness through the participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity. This course is designed to complement and enhance biomechanics by focusing on balance, flexibility, and strength. The course will give an overview of different styles of Yoga, its history, and purpose. The postures (asanas), breath and correct body mechanics for each posture will be addressed, along with contraindications and modification for limitations.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  

  • PEL 0000 - Program Electives

    See course list below.
  

  • PEL 0001 - Program Elective

    Program Elective
  

  • PEPR 1004 - Intro to Physical Education

    This course is designed to provide students with a contemporary vision/philosophy of the field of physical education. The course addresses the origin, scope, development, content of programs, and professional training necessary to enter relevant fields. Education majors may also seek to take this course as an elective to enhance understanding of school-based physical education in a K-12 setting.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  

  • PEPR 1035 - Foundations of Exercise Science

    This course provides students with an overview of the field of exercise science. Exercise science encompasses a variety of sub-disciplines, each aimed at integrating the unique demands of movement and the basic science associated with the sub-discipline. Students explore the topics of exercise physiology, sports nutrition, health, biomechanics, sports psychology, and motor/neural control of movement.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  

  • PEPR 2012 - PE for Elementary Schools

    This course introduces the students to the fundamental principles of elementary school physical education.  Students examine age appropriate activities, ideal programs, intramural and play days, methods of instruction, and evaluation procedures.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: EDFD 2020 Foundations of Education
    Grading: Letter
 

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