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2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Abbreviations

The abbreviations or course prefixes are listed alphabetically below. Students should consult the current schedule for additional courses and course availability when planning their schedule.

Note: “cr” stands for semester credit hour. The last digit of the course number generally indicates the semester credit hours awarded and also the number of hours the course meets each week.
 

Precision Machining Manufacturing Technology
  

  • MST 1624 - Fundamentals of GD&T

    4 Credits

    This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Includes emphasis on measurement theory, common terms and definitions, profile tolerances, orientation tolerances, locational tolerances, runout tolerances, and form tolerances as they relate to Machine Tool Technology.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
    Note: last updated 12/18/2021 vsb 
  

  • MST 1911 - Machine Shop Seminar

    1 Credits

    Machine Shop seminar is a course that is taken each semester durng the Machine Tool Technology program. The course is designed to facilitate activities in the Skills USA (VICA) and professional organizations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MST 1921 - Machine Shop Seminar

    1 Credits

    Machine Shop seminar is a course that is taken each semester during the Machine Tool Technology program. The course is designed to facilitate activities in the Skills USA (VICA) and professional organizations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MST 1931 - Machine Shop Seminar

    1 Credits

    Machine Shop seminar is a course that is taken each semester during the Machine Tool Technology program. The course is designed to facilitate activities in the Skills USA (VICA) and professional organizations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MST 1941 - Machine Shop Seminar

    1 Credits

    Machine Shop seminar is a course that is taken each semester during the Machine Tool Technology program. The course is designed to facilitate activities in the Skills USA (VICA) and professional organizations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MST 2135 - Power Machinery III

    5 Credits

    Power Machinery III is a continuation of Power Machinery II. In Power Machinery III students are taught more advanced skills and techniques of the machine tool trade.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2145 - Power Machinery IV

    5 Credits

    A continuation of Power Machinery III, this class is a more in-depth study of advanced machining such as gear cutting and eccentric turning.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    6 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2313 - Machine Tool Additive Manufacturing

    3 Credits

    This course is a synchronized approach considering functional design, analysis and manufacturing that support seamless integration of geometry with performance. The course will address additive manufacturing principles, variety and their concept; scope of additive manufacturing with application area; industrial applications.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2413 - Machine Tool CMM Inspection

    3 Credits

    This course identifies the major types and components of the coordinate measuring machine and descries the coordinate system.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2423 - Machine Tool Industrial Automation

    3 Credits

    This course teaches the operating systems and advanced programming methods of industrial robots and mechatronics systems. Actual industrial grade robots are used to train the student in the areas of operation, maintenance, and robotics applications in addition to hands on learning to develop and practice the techniques used in programming and sequencing mechatronics systems.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2715 - Computer Numerical Control Operations I

    5 Credits

    CNC I is an introduction to the different types of CNC machines as well as their programming and operations.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2725 - Computer Numerical Control Operations II

    5 Credits

    CNC II is designed to teach highly technical programming skills and applications. Students will learn sub programs, sub routines, thread milling, and 3D applications.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2734 - Fundamentals of CAD/CAM

    4 Credits

    This course is designed to provide the students with the fundamental knowledge and skills of Computer Aided Design Manufacturing using various CAD/CAM software packages as they relate to Machine Tool Technology.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2754 - Computer Numerical Control Operations III

    4 Credits

    A continuation of computer numerical control (CNC) operations II and computer assisted manufacturing (CAM) techniques and practices. Includes the use of CNC Machining Centers with 4th and 5th axis capabilities and the use of dynamic work offsets.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2763 - Computer Numerical Control Operations IV

    3 Credits

    A continuation of computer numerical control (CNC) operations III and computer assisted manufacturing (CAM) techniques and practices. Includes the use of CNC Turning Centers with live tooling and Swiss CNC.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2813 - Metallurgy

    3 Credits

    Metallurgy is the science and study of different metals and their compositions. Students receive practical information needed to select and determine different metals used in various applications.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MST 2913 - Special Problem in Machine Tool Technology

    3 Credits

    This course is designed to provide students with the practical application of skills and knowledge gained in other Machine Tool Technology courses. The instructor works closely with students to ensure that the selection of a project enhances their learning experience.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    6 Hours Lab

Music Applied
  

  • MUA 1172 - Brass for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    These courses offer brass instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on brass instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1182 - Brass for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    These courses offer brass instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on brass instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1211 - Class Guitar I

    1 Credits

    Instruction for beginning guitar players that includes basic accompanying styles and an introduction to classical guitar technique.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1221 - Class Guitar II

    1 Credits

    Instruction for beginning guitar players that includes basic accompanying styles and an introduction to classical guitar technique.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1241 - Elective Guitar I

    1 Credits

    Guitar instruction for non-music majors and music majors who wish to take guitar as an elective. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1251 - Elective Guitar II

    1 Credits

    Guitar instruction for non-music majors and music majors who wish to take guitar as an elective. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1272 - Guitar for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    Guitar for music education majors with guitar as their area of emphasis. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    Note: 1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1282 - Guitar for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    Guitar for music education majors with guitar as their area of emphasis. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    Note: 1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1472 - Percussion for Music Education Majors, I

    2 Credits

    These classes offer percussion instruction for music education majors, with an emphasis on percussion instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels. of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1482 - Percussion for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    These classes offer percussion instruction for music education majors, with an emphasis on percussion instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels. of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1511 - Class Piano I

    1 Credits

    Class piano instruction for music majors with no previous piano training. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for their piano proficiency examination upon transfer to university.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 3 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1521 - Class Piano II

    1 Credits

    Class piano instruction for music majors with no previous piano training. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for their piano proficiency examination upon transfer to university.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 3 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1541 - Piano for Non Majors I

    1 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for non-music majors. Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. Lessons are for one-half hour each week with a minimum of 5 hours practice weekly. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice
  

  • MUA 1542 - Piano for Voice Majors I

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for voice majors. These classes will meet once a week for one hour. Students will be required to practice a minimum of five hours per week. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1551 - Piano for Non Majors II

    1 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for non-music majors. Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. Lessons are for one-half hour each week with a minimum of 5 hours practice weekly. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice
  

  • MUA 1552 - Piano for Voice Majors II

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for voice majors. These classes will meet once a week for one hour. Students will be required to practice a minimum of five hours per week. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1572 - Piano for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction including technique, appropriate repertoire, and memorization. Lessons are for one hour each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1582 - Piano for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction including technique, appropriate repertoire, and memorization. Lessons are for one hour each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1672 - Strings for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    These classes offer bowed string instrument instruction for music education majors with strings as their area of emphasis. They are an introduction to string technique, literature, etudes, and performance standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1682 - Strings for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    These classes offer bowed string instrument instruction for music education majors with strings as their area of emphasis. They are an introduction to string technique, literature, etudes, and performance standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 1772 - Voice for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    Voice for vocal music majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. These courses are for full-time students who are music majors. These courses are designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal repertoire, and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. Students taking these courses must also register for Concert Choir. Music majors with an emphasis in voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Music majors taking voice as a secondary instrument will be given an audition at the beginning of the semester and must then have permission of the instructor. Those music majors with emphasis in an instrument other than voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 7 hours practice weekly. All students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUO 1212 , MUO 1222 , MUO 2212 , or MUO 2222 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1782 - Voice for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    Voice for vocal music majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. These courses are for full-time students who are music majors. These courses are designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal repertoire, and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. Students taking these courses must also register for Concert Choir. Music majors with an emphasis in voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Music majors taking voice as a secondary instrument will be given an audition at the beginning of the semester and must then have permission of the instructor. Those music majors with emphasis in an instrument other than voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 7 hours practice weekly. All students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUO 1212 , MUO 1222 , MUO 2212 , or MUO 2222 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1872 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors I

    2 Credits

    These classes offer woodwind instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. Designed for full-time students, this study is for string, brass, percussion or woodwind instrument as a major instrument. Students take a minimum of two half-hour lessons each week or one hour lesson each week and spend a minimum of 10 hours practice each week. An audition is necessary for admission to this course. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 1882 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors II

    2 Credits

    These classes offer woodwind instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. Designed for full-time students, this study is for string, brass, percussion or woodwind instrument as a major instrument. Students take a minimum of two half-hour lessons each week or one hour lesson each week and spend a minimum of 10 hours practice each week. An audition is necessary for admission to this course. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2172 - Brass for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    These courses offer brass instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on brass instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2182 - Brass for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    These courses offer brass instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on brass instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2241 - Elective Guitar III

    1 Credits

    Guitar instruction for non-music majors and music majors who wish to take guitar as an elective. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2251 - Elective Guitar IV

    1 Credits

    Guitar instruction for non-music majors and music majors who wish to take guitar as an elective. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2272 - Guitar for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    Guitar for music education majors with guitar as their area of emphasis. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    Note: 1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2282 - Guitar for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    Guitar for music education majors with guitar as their area of emphasis. Introduction to guitar technique, repertoire, and performance of standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
    Note: 1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2472 - Percussion for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    These classes offer percussion instruction for music education majors, with an emphasis on percussion instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels. of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2482 - Percussion for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    These classes offer percussion instruction for music education majors, with an emphasis on percussion instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels. of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2511 - Class Piano III

    1 Credits

    Class piano instruction for music majors with no previous piano training. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for their piano proficiency examination upon transfer to university.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 3 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2521 - Class Piano IV

    1 Credits

    Class piano instruction for music majors with no previous piano training. This curriculum is designed to prepare students for their piano proficiency examination upon transfer to university.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 3 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2541 - Piano for Non Majors III

    1 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for non-music majors. Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. Lessons are for one-half hour each week with a minimum of 5 hours practice weekly. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice
  

  • MUA 2542 - Piano for Voice Majors III

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for voice majors. These classes will meet once a week for one hour. Students will be required to practice a minimum of five hours per week. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2551 - Piano for Non Majors IV

    1 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for non-music majors. Permission of the instructor and an audition are required. Lessons are for one-half hour each week with a minimum of 5 hours practice weekly. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice
  

  • MUA 2552 - Piano for Voice Majors IV

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction for voice majors. These classes will meet once a week for one hour. Students will be required to practice a minimum of five hours per week. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 5 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2572 - Piano for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction including technique, appropriate repertoire, and memorization. Lessons are for one hour each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2582 - Piano for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    Individual piano instruction including technique, appropriate repertoire, and memorization. Lessons are for one hour each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUS 1214 , MUS 1224 , MUS 2214 , or MUS 2224  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2672 - Strings for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    These classes offer bowed string instrument instruction for music education majors with strings as their area of emphasis. They are an introduction to string technique, literature, etudes, and performance standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2682 - Strings for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    These classes offer bowed string instrument instruction for music education majors with strings as their area of emphasis. They are an introduction to string technique, literature, etudes, and performance standard literature.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUA 2772 - Voice for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    Voice for vocal music majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. These courses are for full-time students who are music majors. These courses are designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal repertoire, and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. Students taking these courses must also register for Concert Choir. Music majors with an emphasis in voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Music majors taking voice as a secondary instrument will be given an audition at the beginning of the semester and must then have permission of the instructor. Those music majors with emphasis in an instrument other than voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 7 hours practice weekly. All students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUO 1212 , MUO 1222 , MUO 2212 , or MUO 2222 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2782 - Voice for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    Voice for vocal music majors is designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal literature, and develop and improve the student’s singing ability. These courses are for full-time students who are music majors. These courses are designed to teach the fundamental principles of singing, explore varied vocal repertoire, and develop and improve the student’s vocal ability. Students taking these courses must also register for Concert Choir. Music majors with an emphasis in voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Music majors taking voice as a secondary instrument will be given an audition at the beginning of the semester and must then have permission of the instructor. Those music majors with emphasis in an instrument other than voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 7 hours practice weekly. All students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
    Corequisite: MUO 1212 , MUO 1222 , MUO 2212 , or MUO 2222 
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2872 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors III

    2 Credits

    These classes offer woodwind instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. Designed for full-time students, this study is for string, brass, percussion or woodwind instrument as a major instrument. Students take a minimum of two half-hour lessons each week or one hour lesson each week and spend a minimum of 10 hours practice each week. An audition is necessary for admission to this course. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.
  

  • MUA 2882 - Woodwinds for Music Education Majors IV

    2 Credits

    These classes offer woodwind instruction for music education majors with an emphasis on woodwind instrumental playing. They are designed to teach the fundamental principles of playing, explore moderate to advanced levels of literature, develop the student’s interest in playing, and strengthen the student’s playing ability. Designed for full-time students, this study is for string, brass, percussion or woodwind instrument as a major instrument. Students take a minimum of two half-hour lessons each week or one hour lesson each week and spend a minimum of 10 hours practice each week. An audition is necessary for admission to this course. A performance exam is required at the end of the semester.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    1 Hours Lecture
    Note: 10 hours practice.

Musical Organizations
  

  • MUO 1111 - Concert Band I

    1 Credits

    Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor and is open to high school, college students and community members.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lab
    Note: Students meet three hours each week for practice.
  

  • MUO 1121 - Concert Band II

    1 Credits

    Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor and is open to high school, college students and community members.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lab
    Note: Students meet three hours each week for practice.
  

  • MUO 1131 - Ensemble -Guitar I

    1 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Admission is by permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
    Note: Practice is a minimum of two hours each week.
  

  • MUO 1132 - Dimensions Band I

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Students are selected for this group on the basis of playing ability. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. The group rehearses a minimum of 5 hours each week. This live band serves as a rhythm section which performs popular music with the vocal group “The Dimensions.” Students must be full time to enroll.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    5 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1141 - Ensemble -Guitar II

    1 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Admission is by permission of the instructor.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
    Note: Practice is a minimum of two hours each week.
  

  • MUO 1142 - Dimensions Band II

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Students are selected for this group on the basis of playing ability. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. The group rehearses a minimum of 5 hours each week. This live band serves as a rhythm section which performs popular music with the vocal group “The Dimensions.” Students must be full time to enroll.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    5 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1152 - Small Mixed Ensemble-Gospel Choir I

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1162 - Small Mixed Ensemble-Gospel Choir II

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1171 - Stage Band I

    1 Credits

    These courses are designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Admission is by audition or permission of the Instructor. Students meet for two hours practice each week and perform in the MCC Jazz Band.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1181 - Stage Band II

    1 Credits

    These courses are designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Admission is by audition or permission of the Instructor. Students meet for two hours practice each week and perform in the MCC Jazz Band.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1211 - Concert Choir I

    1 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1212 - Concert Choir I

    2 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1221 - Concert Choir II

    1 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1222 - Concert Choir II

    2 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 1242 - Dimensions Singers I

    2 Credits

    These courses are for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. “The Dimensions” is Meridian Community College’s high-energy show group. Performing an exciting, visual program of song-and-dance routines, “The Dimensions” provides entertainment for many campus and community events. Their repertoire consists of various musical styles including pop, Motown, and classic rock. The group performs with a live band. Students are selected by audition on the basis of vocal ability and stage presence.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
    Note: The group rehearses a minimum of 7 hours each week.
  

  • MUO 1252 - Dimensions Singers II

    2 Credits

    These courses are for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. “The Dimensions” is Meridian Community College’s high-energy show group. Performing an exciting, visual program of song-and-dance routines, “The Dimensions” provides entertainment for many campus and community events. Their repertoire consists of various musical styles including pop, Motown, and classic rock. The group performs with a live band. Students are selected by audition on the basis of vocal ability and stage presence.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
    Note: The group rehearses a minimum of 7 hours each week.
  

  • MUO 2111 - Concert Band III

    1 Credits

    Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor and is open to high school, college students and community members. Students meet three hours each week for practice.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2121 - Concert Band IV

    1 Credits

    Designed to teach the principles of playing musical instruments, explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor and is open to high school, college students and community members. Students meet three hours each week for practice.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2131 - Ensemble -Guitar III

    1 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Admission is by permission of the instructor. Practice is a minimum of two hours each week.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2132 - Dimensions Band III

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Students are selected for this group on the basis of playing ability. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. The group rehearses a minimum of 5 hours each week. This live band serves as a rhythm section which performs popular music with the vocal group “The Dimensions.” Students must be full time to enroll.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    5 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2141 - Ensemble -Guitar IV

    1 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Admission is by permission of the instructor. Practice is a minimum of two hours each week.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2142 - Dimensions Band IV

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups. Students are selected for this group on the basis of playing ability. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. The group rehearses a minimum of 5 hours each week. This live band serves as a rhythm section which performs popular music with the vocal group “The Dimensions.” Students must be full time to enroll.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    5 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2152 - Small Mixed Ensemble-Gospel Choir III

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2162 - Small Mixed Ensemble-Gospel Choir IV

    2 Credits

    Designed to explore varied levels of literature and develop the student’s knowledge of performance technique in small ensembles and auxiliary groups.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2171 - Stage Band III

    1 Credits

    These courses are designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Admission is by audition or permission of the Instructor. Students meet for two hours practice each week and perform in the MCC Jazz Band.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2181 - Stage Band IV

    1 Credits

    These courses are designed to give students the opportunity to perform jazz and a variety of music styles in a “big band” setting or similar instrumentation. Admission is by audition or permission of the Instructor. Students meet for two hours practice each week and perform in the MCC Jazz Band.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2211 - Concert Choir III

    1 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2212 - Concert Choir III

    2 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2221 - Concert Choir IV

    1 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    2 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2222 - Concert Choir IV

    2 Credits

    A course for music majors and non-majors focused on performing choral music from a variety of style periods. These courses are open to all students. The MCC Concert Choir provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
  

  • MUO 2242 - Dimensions Singers III

    2 Credits

    These courses are for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. “The Dimensions” is Meridian Community College’s high-energy show group. Performing an exciting, visual program of song-and-dance routines, “The Dimensions” provides entertainment for many campus and community events. Their repertoire consists of various musical styles including pop, Motown, and classic rock. The group performs with a live band. Students are selected by audition on the basis of vocal ability and stage presence.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
    Note: The group rehearses a minimum of 7 hours each week.
  

  • MUO 2252 - Dimensions Singers IV

    2 Credits

    These courses are for select singers focused on performing from one or more genres of music. “The Dimensions” is Meridian Community College’s high-energy show group. Performing an exciting, visual program of song-and-dance routines, “The Dimensions” provides entertainment for many campus and community events. Their repertoire consists of various musical styles including pop, Motown, and classic rock. The group performs with a live band. Students are selected by audition on the basis of vocal ability and stage presence.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
    Note: The group rehearses a minimum of 7 hours each week.

Music Foundations
  

  • MUS 1113 - Music Appreciation

    3 Credits

    A course designed to give the student, through listening and written work, the ability to understand, appreciate, and evaluate music of Western Culture from the Middle Ages through the present day. Musical understanding is developed through the introduction of style and form. Satisfies 3-credit hours of Fine Arts in AA and AAS core.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUS 1133 - Fundamentals of Music

    3 Credits

    Study of basic knowledge of music fundamentals to prepare students for music theory. This course is designed to prepare students for Music Theory. Concepts covered include notation, scales, keys, rhythm, intervals, triads, and their inversions.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
  

  • MUS 1214 - Music Theory I

    4 Credits

    This is a study of functional harmony through analysis and part writing, sight-singing, and ear training. This comprehensive course deals with musical notation, scales, intervals, part-writing procedures, non-harmonic and harmonic analysis. Students develop the ability to sing scales, intervals and simple melodies through the use of syllables and numbers, learn to read rhythms correctly at sight, play triads in inversions, cadences, chord progressions and simple modulations. Rhythmic, harmonic and melodic dictation is also given.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    3 Hours Lab
    Note: Meets six hours each week.
  

  • MUS 1224 - Music Theory II

    4 Credits

    This is a continued study of functional harmony through analysis and part writing, sight-singing, and ear training.

    Prerequisite: MUS 1214 
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    3 Hours Lecture
    3 Hours Lab
  

  • MUS 1812 - Music Theatre Workshop I

    2 Credits

    The workshop is designed to introduce the student to all facets of music theatre. One public performance will be given each semester. Open to all students.

    Prerequisite: None
    Corequisite: None
    Prerequisite/Corequisite: None

    4 Hours Lab
 

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