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Total Units: 25.5

Term 1

9.5 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	MUS-10: Music Theory I	3
Corequisite(s): MUS 11 and MUS 20, MUS 30 or MUS 40 Unit(s): 3.00 Recommended Prep: MUS 3, or Ability to read and write music at a fundamental level and, Reading Level III; English Level II Transfer Status: CSU/UC Contact Hours: 51.00 hours Lecture Total Course Hours: 51.00 This course, through guided composition and analysis, incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure; dominant seventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. Examples from, and discussion about historical and social contexts will be integrated throughout the course. (C-ID MUS 120).
	MUS-11: Musicianship I	1
Corequisite(s): MUS 10 and MUS 20, MUS 30 or MUS 40 Unit(s): 1.00 Transfer Status: CSU/UC Contact Hours: 0.00 hours Lecture / 51.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 51.00 This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials presented in Music Theory I through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. (C-ID MUS 125).
	Required Core Choice (Select One)	1
MUS-20: Guitar I (1.00 units) MUS-30: Voice I (1.00 units) MUS-40: Piano I (1.00 units)
	MUS-51: Computer Lit for Music	1.5
Unit(s): 1.50 Recommended Prep: Reading Level III; English Level II Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 17.00 hours Lecture / 34.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 51.00 This course is a study of the operation of computers and basic practices for their use in music composition. Emphasis is placed on computer music applications including sequencing, notation, and sound design. The course focuses on entry-level details in system and music file management, music recording and creation, and the practical software applications used in the music field.
	MUS-52: Intro to Recording Techniques	3
Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 25.50 hours Lecture / 76.50 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course will instruct students in the fundamentals of studio recording techniques. Students will study elements of sound, signal flow, microphone techniques, digital recording and mixing consoles.

Term 2

16 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	MUS-12: Music Theory II	3
Prerequisite(s): MUS 10 Corequisite(s): MUS 13 and MUS 21, MUS 31 or MUS 41 Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU/UC Contact Hours: 51.00 hours Lecture Total Course Hours: 51.00 This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory I. In addition, through guided composition and analysis, the course will include: an introduction to two-part counterpoint; voice leading involving four-part chorale writing; diatonic harmony; and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulation. Examples from, and discussion about historical and social contexts will be integrated throughout the course.(C-ID MUS 130).
	MUS-13: Musicianship II	1
Prerequisite(s): MUS 11 Corequisite(s): MUS 12 and MUS 21, MUS 31 or, MUS 41 Unit(s): 1.00 Transfer Status: CSU/UC Contact Hours: 0.00 hours Lecture / 51.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 51.00 This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory II through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. (C-ID MUS 135).
	Required Core Choice (Select One)	1
MUS-21: Guitar II (1.00 units) MUS-31: Voice II (1.00 units) MUS-41: Piano II (1.00 units)
	MUS-53: Intro to Recording Apps	3
Prerequisite(s): MUS 51 Unit(s): 3.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 25.50 hours Lecture / 76.50 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 102.00 This course is an introduction to audio recording software applications, such as Apple Logic Pro and Avid Pro Tools, as well as other industry standard recording softwares. Students will learn to record, edit, mix, and export audio recordings in these software applications.
	MUS-54: Studio Recording I	4
Prerequisite(s): MUS 51 and MUS 52 Unit(s): 4.00 Recommended Prep: Reading Level III; English Level IV Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 17.00 hours Lecture / 153.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 170.00 This is a hands-on, project-based course in which students will apply learned methods and skills to a studio recording session. Students will set up and record professional quality live music sessions. Students will learn proper microphone technique and post-production mixing techniques. This course will also cover setting up and managing Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) recording equipment. Course will also cover copyright rules and the ethics of music ownership rights.
	MUS-55: Studio Recording II	4
Prerequisite(s): MUS 54 Unit(s): 4.00 Transfer Status: CSU Contact Hours: 17.00 hours Lecture / 153.00 hours Lab Total Course Hours: 170.00 This is a project-based course in which students will learn and apply advanced methods and skills to studio recording sessions and song production. Students will schedule, organize and produce recording sessions with musical artists. This course will provide training in advanced microphone placement and mixing techniques. This course will also cover studio etiquette, copyright and ethics of music ownership rights.