NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog 
    
    May 19, 2024  
NWCCD 2023-2024 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

Courses


 
  
  • MKT 1000 - Sales


    This course will guide students to explore and analyze successful sales and sales management behaviors. Students will develop competency in professional selling approaches, conversations and presentations, and sales management techniques. Course topics include creating value in the buyer-seller relationships, prospecting, sales call planning, communicating the message, negotiating for win-win solutions, closing the sale, as well as how to motivate, compensate, and train sales people.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MKT 2100 - Principles of Marketing


    This introductory marketing class focuses on the basic principles and methods of marketing.  This course provides additional analysis of today’s challenges marketing managers face while creating and promoting value for consumer goods and services.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MOLB 0000 - Any course from the MOLB department


    Choose any course from the MOLB department.
  
  • MOLB 2210 - General Microbiology


    This course is an introduction to microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, protists, and viruses. The course focuses on characterizing the cellular, physiological and molecular differences of these microorganisms. The relationship of microorganisms to each other, the environment, humans, and diseases are addressed. Laboratory techniques using aseptic technique to isolate and identify microorganisms are emphasized. This course is recommended for biology majors and students preparing for health-related fields.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1010 General Biology I and CHEM 1000 Intro to Chemistry or CHEM 1020 General Chemistry I, with a C or better, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MOLB 2240 - Medical Microbiology


    This course is an introduction to Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic microorganisms, their structural and physiological properties, and their significance to human health and disease. Students examine genetics, the immune response, pathogenicity, and epidemiological concerns associated with microbes. Aseptic techniques and an understanding of biochemical assays are instructed. This course is recommended for students pursuing a Health Science AS Degree.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: BIOL 1010 General Biology I with a C or better, or consent of instructor.
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MR 0000 - Math Reasoning


    The following courses fulfill the Math Reasoning requirement:

    • MATH 2120 - Geometry and Measurement for Elementary School
    • MATH 2200 - Calculus I
    • MATH 2205 - Calculus II
    • MATH 2350 - Business Calculus I
    • STAT 2050 - Fundamental of Statistics
    • STAT 2070 - Introduction to Statistics for Social Science

    All courses are 4 credits.
    Minimum grade of C or better to count toward graduation or use as a prerequisite

    ^ Students into Math Level 5 will be allowed to waive the Basic Math requirement.  Students are still required to complete the minimum number of credits required for degree completion.

  
  • MSFT 1510 - Windows Client Operating System


    This course provides students with the skills necessary to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows operating systems. This course covers all the necessary material to enable students to take TestOut Windows Client Pro Certification, Microsoft 70-697: Configuring Windows Devices and the Microsoft 70-698: Installing and Configuring Windows 10 exams.  These certifications can be used as credit for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows 10 certification and Microsoft Certified Profession (MCP).
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 1520 - Windows Server Networking


    This course provides students with the skills necessary to support the installation, storage, and compute features and functionality available in Windows Server. It covers general installation tasks and considerations and. This course covers all the necessary material to enable the student to take a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Certification Exam.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System with a C or better, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 1745 - A+ Computer Maintenance


    This course provides students with the fundamental skills necessary to support installation and repair of PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, networking and connectivity issues. Additional focus is placed on the operating systems in the marketplace including Windows 7 and 10, iOS, Android, Apple OS X and Linux. The course also addresses security, the fundamentals of cloud computing and operational procedures. The course covers all the necessary material to enable students to take the TestOut PC Pro certification and CompTIA A+ 900 series certification exams.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 1800 - Networking Fundamentals


    This course covers networking technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security. The course is intended to provide an entry-level technician a high-level understanding of the complete infrastructure needed to support LANs, WLANs and WANs. This course provides students a thorough foundation in vendor agnostic network technologies. The course prepares students to take the CompTIA Network + certification.
    Minimum Credits: 4
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 2300 - Cloud Computing +


    This course provides students with the skills necessary to support the configuration, deployment, management and maintenance in the cloud. The courses additionally covers security controls and troubleshooting procedures related to cloud implementations. This course covers all the necessary material to enable the student to take the CompTIA Cloud + certification.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking, MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System, and MSFT 1745 A+ Computer Maintenance or instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 2400 - Virtualization Technology


    This course provides students with the foundational skills necessary to support the configuration, deployment, management and maintenance of virtualized systems. It additionally covers security controls and troubleshooting procedures related to virtualized implementations. This course is meant to be an introductory course and will provide students the basics related to the following vendor specific technologies: Microsoft Hyper-V Virtualization, vSphere Virtualization, Citrix HyperVisor Virtualization and Cloud Based Virtualization. The course will additional prepare the student for the AWS Cloud Foundations certification exam.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking, MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System, MSFT 1745 A+ Computer Maintenances or instructor approval.
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MSFT 2895 - Cyber Security & Networking Capstone


    This course gives a capstone design experience for students interested in cyber security and networking. It exposes students to open-ended problems in cyber security and networking and requires synthesis and integration of system design and implementation methods, techniques, and tools.

    Successful completion of this course will help prepare students for the complexities of solving real-world problems in cyber security and/or computer systems & networking. Working on the projects will enable the students to exercise and reinforce the fundamental principles that they have learned in prior courses in this area, e.g., computer systems, networking, and cyber security.

    The course activities also reinforce, via evaluated project reports and presentations, written and oral communication skills.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 3
    Prerequisites: MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System and MSFT 1745 A+ Computer Maintenance, MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking plus completion or concurrent enrollment in sophomore required program courses, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter

  
  • MSFT 2970 - Networking Internship


    This course provides practical work experience for students seeking careers in all networking fields.  Students work as paid or non-paid employees in a local business or other institution with supervision by a representative of those concerns.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 3
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System and MSFT 1745 A+ Computer Maintenance and completed or enrolled in MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking, or instructor consent.
    Comments: Previous course number was CMAP 2970
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 0000 - Lesson Elective


    See footnotes for more information.
    Minimum Credits: 1 Maximum Credits 2
  
  • MUSC 0001 - Ensemble Elective


    See footnotes for more information.
    Minimum Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 0002 - Music Lesson (1 credit)


    Minimum Credits: 1
  
  • MUSC 0003 - Professional Exploratory Elective


    Music AFA program
  
  • MUSC 0200 - Convocation


    This course is a scheduled recital hour for students and guest performers. In addition to these meetings, students will attend concerts and other cultural events. Announcements, group advising, and other pertinent music program business will occur during class.
    Minimum Credits: 0
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1000 - Intro to Music


    This course explores the elements of music, musical instruments, styles, genres, and historical periods. Emphasis is on the development of tools for active listening and appreciation. No prior musical experience is assumed.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Comments: This course also satisfies the Human Culture requirement at UW.
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1010 - Foundations of Music


    This course explores the terminology and theoretical concepts of music and music notation. Topics include the basic principles of physics of sound, rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, and form. Students are also introduced to ear training and the piano keyboard.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Grading: Letter

  
  • MUSC 1011 - Intro to Arts Administration


    This course provides an overview of arts administration. Topics include organizational structure, arts and cultural policy, fundraising and grant writing in the arts, marketing and audience development, community engagement and arts advocacy. Careers and internships in arts administration will also be explored.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Cross-listed: ART 1011 Intro to Arts Administration, THEA 1011 Intro to Arts Administration,
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1025 - Intro to Music Education


    This course provides students the opportunity to explore music education. It is a required first-year course for students wishing to complete a bachelor’s degree in music education. Introductory music education concepts and practices are explored and developed.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Comments: Enrollment for music majors only, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1028 - Intro to Music Therapy


    This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of music therapy and an overview of various approaches to music therapy with diverse clinical populations. Students explore aspects of the dynamics between therapist, client, and music.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1030 - Written Theory I


    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of music theory. Topics include rhythm, meter, pitch, scales, keys, modes, intervals, triads, seventh chords, note-to-note counterpoint, and elementary two-voice part-writing.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1035 Aural Theory I and MUSC 1290 Keyboard Theory I
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1035 - Aural Theory I


    This course explores music theory from an aural perspective. The ability to aurally identify and transcribe rhythmic patterns, chord qualities and their inversions, intervals, scale patterns and melodies is developed. Students will also learn to read music at sight through the aid of solfège.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I and MUSC 1290 Keyboard Theory I
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1040 - Written Theory II


    This course is a continuation of the concepts and skills learned in MUSC 1030 Written Theory I. Topics include four-voice part-writing, prolongation of the tonic and dominant areas, diatonic harmonies and root progressions, embellishing tones, seven-diminished-seven chords, motives, phrase structures, and secondary function.
    Minimum Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1030 Written Theory I
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1045 Aural Theory II and MUSC 1295 Keyboard Theory II
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1045 - Aural Theory II


    This course explores music theory from an aural perspective. The ability to aurally identify and transcribe rhythmic patterns, chord qualities and their inversions, intervals, scale patterns, and melodies is developed. Students will also learn to read music at sight through the aid of solfège.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1035 Aural Theory I
    Co-requisites: MUSC 1040 Written Theory II and MUSC 1295 Keyboard Theory II
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1070 - Composition


    This course explores traditional and contemporary techniques of music composition. Students will learn to compose in a variety of forms and styles. Original student works will be performed by live players and/or realized using music technology tools.
    Minimum Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: MUSC 1010 Foundations of Music or MUSC 1030 Written Theory I, or instructor consent
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1073 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Piano


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in piano performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying piano as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in piano as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1074 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Voice


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in voice performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying voice as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in voice as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1075 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Guitar


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in guitar performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying guitar as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in guitar as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1076 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Brass


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in brass performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying brass as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in brass as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1077 - Lessons for Non-Majors: Woodwinds


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in woodwind performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying woodwinds as a secondary instrument.  Students receive one-on-one instruction in woodwind as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisafactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1078 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Percussion


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in percussion performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying percussion as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in percussion as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 1079 - Private Lessons for Non-Majors: Strings


    This course offers students weekly, 30-minute private lessons in string performance and techniques. Intended for non-music majors or music majors studying strings as a secondary instrument. Students receive one-on-one instruction in strings as personal enrichment. No prior musical experience is necessary.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Comments: Non-Music Majors. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be completed for credit.
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactroy
  
  • MUSC 1080 - Baritone Horn I


    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 first-year music majors declaring baritone horn (euphonium) as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1080 Baritone 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 1100 - Cello I


    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in cello performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring cello as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1100 Cello 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 1110 - Clarinet l


    This course offers weekly, 30- or 50-minute private lessons in clarinet performance and techniques to students majoring in music. It is required for first-year music majors declaring clarinet as their primary instrument. A maximum of 4 credit hours in MUSC 1110 Clarinet 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 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
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1292 - Beginning Group Guitar


    This course explores the fundamentals of guitar playing; basic chords, note reading, tablature reading, and accompaniment styles, including strumming and fingerpicking.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • 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 Keyboard Theory I
    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 the Associate of Fine Arts degree in music. 
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Audition or approval of the instructor
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1388 - Jazz Improvisation and 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 or permission of instructor
    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 1410 Chamber Choir can be counted toward an Associate Degree at NWCCD.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Prerequisites: Audition or approval of the 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
    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 or permission of instructor
    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 or permission of instructor
    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 or permission of instructor
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1476 - Flute Choir


    This course is a music ensemble which provides opportunities for participants to rehearse and perform flue 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 or permission of instructor
    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 or permission of instructor
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 1950 - Explorations:


    This course allows students to learn about an music-related topic. Course content will vary according to the specific subject.
    Minimum Credits: 1
    Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
  
  • MUSC 2025 - Intro 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 - Written 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 Composition I, or instructor consent
    General Education Cultural Studies-Visual & Performing Arts
    Grading: Letter
  
  • MUSC 2055 - History of Western Music 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
 

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