2021-2022 General Catalog 
    
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2021-2022 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses

The State of Texas has developed a common course numbering system for all college courses. These numbers are used in identifying courses that transfer freely among public community colleges and universities.

Courses are designated by an abbreviated name and number along with a descriptive title. The name used designates the instructional area in which the course is offered. The course number is a four-digit number in which the first digit designates the academic level of the course. A first digit of 1 designates an introductory-level credit course, and a first digit of 2 designates an intermediate or advanced-level credit course. A first digit of 0 designates a developmental (compensatory) course which cannot be applied toward either the required or elective hours for an associate degree or certificate.

All courses taught at South Plains College are listed in this section. In the course description, certain information is placed in parenthesis following the course title. The first figure in the parentheses indicates the semester hours of credit for the course; the second figure indicated the number of lecture hours per week attended by a student enrolled in the course; and the third figure indicates the number of hours per week during which the student is in laboratory, practice session or other instructional activity related to the course. For example, (4:3:3) following the listing for Biology 1411 General Botany means that the course carries 4 semester hours of credit, that 3 hours per week are spent in lecture, and 3 hours per week are spent in laboratory.

Some courses will also have a designation indicating the semester in which the course is offered. “F” indicates Fall, “S” indicates Spring, “S1” indicates First Summer Session, “S2” indicates Second Summer Session, and “Su” indicates either Summer Session.
 
  

  • MATH 2412 - Pre-Calculus

    (4:3:2) In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness.

     

    Pre-requisite: Two units of high school algebra or a ‘C’ or better in MATH 1314 College Algebra.

     

    Note: This course satisfies a 020 Mathematics Core Curriculum requirement. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: Two units of high school algebra or MATH 1314. Note: This course satisfies a 020 Mathematics Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • MATH 2413 - Calculus I

    Limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: a ‘C’ or better in MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Math or a ‘C’ or better in MATH 1314 and MATH 1316 Note: This course satisfies a 020 Mathematics Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • MATH 2414 - Calculus II

    (4:3:2) Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals.

     

    Prerequisite: a ‘C’ or better in MATH 2413 Calculus I Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: MATH 2413

  

  • MATH 2415 - Calculus III

    (4:3:2) Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green’s Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

     

    Prerequisite: a ‘C’ or better in MATH 2414 Calculus II Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Pre-requisite: MATH 2414.

  

  • MCHN 1308 - Basic Lathe

    (3:2:4) This course is an introduction to the common types of lathes. Emphasis will be placed on basic parts, nomenclature, lathe operations, safety, machine mathematics, blueprint reading, and theory. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: MCHN 1338 or consent of instructor.
  

  • MCHN 1332 - Bench Work and Layout

    (3:2:4) This course is an introduction to bench work and layout. It includes  the application of the use and theory of tools such as hand tools, height gages, pedestal grinders, and layout tools. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MCHN 1338 - Basic Machine Shop I

    (3:2:4) This course is an introductory course that assists the student in understanding the machinist occupation in industry.  The student begins by using basic machine tools such as the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder.  Machine terminology, theory, math, part layout, and bench work using common measuring tools is included. Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MCHN 2341 - Advanced Machining I

    (3:2:4) This course is a study of advanced lathe and milling operations. Emphasis is on advanced cutting operations of the lathe and milling machines, including the use of special tooling, bench assembly, and materials identification. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MCHN 2377 - Specialized Tools and Fixtures

    (3:2:4) An advanced course in the designing and building of special tools, such as jigs, fixtures, punch press dies, and molds. Machining and assembling of a production tool using conventional machine shop equipment. Application of production tool theory, care, and maintenance. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MDCA 1302 - Human Disease/Pathophysiology

    (3:3:0) This course is a study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, and signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: “C” or better in HITT 1305.
  

  • MILS 1101 - Foundations of Officership I

    (1:1:0)  Introduction to the Army profession, the role of the Army officer, and military leadership. Instruction on time management and physical fitness, as well as general military skills. Survey of pre-commissioning program requiring no military obligation.  Offered in fall term only.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MILS 1102 - Foundations of Officership II

    (1:1:0)  Introduction to the Army profession, the role of the Army officer, and military leadership. Instruction on time management and physical fitness, as well as general military skills. Survey of pre-commissioning program requiring no military obligation. Offered in spring term only. Instructor approval is required to enroll Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MILS 2201 - Individual Leadership Studies - Leadership and Teamwork I

    (2:2:0)  Introduction to decision-making and group processes relating to military leadership. Focus on character development, role of the officer, and Army values.  Offered in fall term only.  

      Pre-requisite: MILS 1101 and MILS 1102

  

  • MILS 2202 - Individual Leadership Studies - Leadership and Teamwork II

    (2:2:0)  Introduction to decision-making and group processes relating to military leadership. Focus on character development, role of the officer, and Army values.  Offered in spring term only. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MILS 2202
  

  • MRKG 1301 - Customer Relationship Management

    (3:3:0)  General principles of customer relationship management including skills, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MRKG 1302 - Principles of Retailing

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to the retailing environment and its relationship to consumer demographics, trends, and traditional/nontraditional retailing markets. The employment of retailing techniques and the factors that influence modern retailing are covered. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MRKG 1311 - Principles of Marketing

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to the marketing mix functions and process.  It includes identifications of consumer and organizational need; explanantion of enviornmental issues; and description and analysis of marketing research.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MRKG 2333 - Principles of Selling

    (3:3:0) This course is an overview of the selling process. Identification of the elements of the communication process between buyers and sellers is covered, as well as examination of the legal and ethical issues of organizations, which affect salespeople. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUAP 1160 - Piano

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the piano. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1161 - Organ

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the organ. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1162 - Voice

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of using the singing voice. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1163 - Low Brass Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the trombone, euphonium or tuba. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1164 - High Brass Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the trumpet or French horn. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1165 - Woodwind Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon or saxophone. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1166 - Percussion Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the drum set and/ or percussion instruments. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1167 - Classical Guitar

    (1:0:1/2) This course includes the study of etudes, scales and arpeggios, as well as repertoire for the guitar from the Renaissance to modern composers. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: ½ Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1168 - High String Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private study of violin and or viola, including technical studies and appropriate literature.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1169 - Low String Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private study of cello or double bass, including technical studies, etudes and literature appropriate for that instrument.  May be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1260 - Piano

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the piano. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1262 - Voice

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of using the singing voice. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1263 - Low Brass Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing  the trombone, euphonium or tuba. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1264 - High Brass Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the trumpet or French horn. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1265 - Woodwind Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the  flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon or saxophone. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1266 - Percussion Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns the basic concepts and techniques of playing the drum set and/or percussion instruments. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1267 - Classical Guitar

    (2:0:1) This course includes the study of etudes, scales and arpeggios, as well as repertoire for the guitar from the Renaissance to modern composers. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1268 - High String Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private study of violin and or viola, including technical studies and appropriate literature.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 1269 - Low String Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private study of the cello or double bass, including technical studies, etudes and literature appropriate for those instruments.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUAP 2160 - Piano

    (1:0:1/2)  This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the piano.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2162 - Voice

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to sing.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2163 - Low Brass Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the trombone, euphonium, or tuba.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2164 - High Brass Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the trumpet or french horn.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2165 - Woodwind Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, or bassoon.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2166 - Percussion Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the drum set and/or percussion instruments.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2167 - Classical Guitar

    (1:0:1/2) This course includes the study of etudes, scales, and arpeggios, as well as repertoire for the guitar from the Renaissance to modern composers.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2168 - High String Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private study of violin and viola, including technical studies and appropriate literature.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2169 - Low String Instruments

    (1:0:1/2) This course is a private study of cello or double bass, including technical studies, etudes and literature appropriate for that instrument.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1/2
  

  • MUAP 2260 - Piano

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the piano.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2262 - Voice

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to sing.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2263 - Low Brass Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the trombone, euphonium or tuba.  May be repeated for credit.
      Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2264 - High Brass Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the trumpet or french horn.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2265 - Woodwind Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon or saxophone.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2266 - Percussion Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private lesson in which the student learns to play the drum set and/or percussion instruments.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2267 - Classical Guitar

    (2:0:1) This course includes the study of etudes, scales, and arpeggios, as well as repetoire for the guitar from the Renaissance to modern composers.  May be repeated for credit. 
      Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2268 - High String Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private study of violin and viola, including technical studies and appropriate literature.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUAP 2269 - Low String Instruments

    (2:0:1) This course is a private study of cello or double bass, including technical studies, etudes and literature appropriate for that instrument.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUEN 1127 - Symphonic Band

    (1:0:4) Open to all students of the college who have participated in high school band programs or who demonstrate proficiency playing a band instrument.  The band studies and performs a variety of band literature.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 1129 - Jazz Band

    (1:0:4) Open to all students of the college who can demonstrate proficiency playing a jazz band instrument.  The band studies and performs a variety of music appropriate for a jazz band.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 1131 - Woodwind Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Select groups of woodwind instrumentalists are offered experience in reading and performing music for small ensembles. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUEN 1132 - Brass Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Select groups of brass instrumentalists are offered  experience in reading and performing music for small ensembles. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUEN 1133 - String Ensemble

    (1:0:3) This ensemble affords string players the opportunity and experience of reading and performing music for small string ensemble.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course may be repeated for credit. 
  

  • MUEN 1134 - Percussion Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Select groups of percussionists are offered experience in reading and performing music for small ensembles. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUEN 1135 - Chamber Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director. This course provides students the opportunity to perform chamber music involving diverse instrumental combinations. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUEN 1136 - Guitar Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  Select group for classical guitar students offering experience in reading and performing music for guitar ensemble.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 1141 - Concert Choir

    (1:0:4) Open to all students of the college by audition.  The choir studies and performs a variety of choral music drawn from all the great eras of music history.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 1151 - Chamber Singers

    (1:0:3) Open to all students of the college who qualify through an audition with the director. May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2127 - Symphonic Band

    (1:0:4) Open to all students of the college who have participated in high school band programs or who demonstrate proficiency playing a band instrument.  The band studies and performs a variety of band literature.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 2129 - Jazz Band

    (1:0:4) Open to all students who can demonstrate proficiency playing a jazz band instrument.  The band studies and performs a variety of music appropriate for a jazz band.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 2131 - Woodwind Ensembles

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  Select groups of woodwind insturmentalists offering experience in reading and performing literature for small ensembles.  May be repeated for credit.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2132 - Brass Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  Select groups of brass instrumentalists offering experience in reading and performing literature for small ensembles.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2133 - String Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  This ensemble affords string players the opportunity and experience in reading and performing literature for small string ensemble.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2134 - Percussion Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  Select groups of percussionists offering experience in reading and performing literature for small ensembles.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2135 - Chamber Ensemble

    (1:0:3) This course provides students the opportunity to perform chamber music involving diverse instrumental combinations. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2136 - Guitar Ensemble

    (1:0:3) Membership is through audition with the appropriate director.  Select group for classical guitar students offering experience in reading and performing music for guitar ensemble.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUEN 2141 - Concert Choir

    (1:0:4) Open to all students of the college  by audition.  The choir studies and performs a variety of choral music drawn from all the great eras of music history.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUEN 2151 - Chamber Singers

    (1:0:3) Open to all students of the college who qualify through an audition with the director.  May be repeated for credit. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUSB 1305 - Survey of the Music Business

    (3:3:0) This course presents the student with an overview of the music industry. The topics addressed will include songwriting, live performance, the record industry, music merchandising, contracts and licenses, and career opportunities. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSB 1341 - Concert Promotion and Venue Management

    (3:2:2) This is a course in the basics of concert promotion and venue management including considerations in purchasing a club, concert promotion and advertising, talent buying, city codes, insurance, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Regulation, American Society of Composers, Arrangers and Producers (ASCAP/BMI) licenses, personnel management, and concert production and administration. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • MUSB 2301 - Music Marketing

    (3:3:0) This is a course of study which covers the methods of music distribution, retailing, and wholesaling.  It includes identifying a target market, image building, distribution (brick and mortar vs. digital delivery), pricing, advertising and marketing mix. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSB 2305 - Music Publishing

    (3:3:0) This course is a study of the administrative and marketing aspects of music publishing including the application of current copyright law, developing songwriters, rights exploration, and royalty collection. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSB 2345 - Live Music and Talent Management

    This course is an examination of the role, scope, and activities of the talent manager, including establishing the artist/manager relationship; planning the artist’s career; and developing goals, strategies, and tactics with an overall view of the live music business. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSB 2450 - Commercial Music Project

    (4:3:4) The primary objective of this course is to apply the skills learned in other Commercial Music courses. This is a hands-on project oriented course aimed at helping students create a portfolio of their work. Artists and their music will be the focus. Each student must design and complete his/her own project with instructor approval. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 1311 - Commercial Music Sight Singing and Ear Training I

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to basic aural, visual, and vocal experiences in dictation and singing at sight with emphasis on identification of chord progression, motion, and melody/ harmony relationship of popular music. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSC 1313 - Commercial Music Theory I

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to chord progressions, songs forms, and harmonic techniques used in commercial music. Topics include modern chord notation and chord voicings. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 1301.
  

  • MUSC 1321 - SongWriting

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to the techniques of writing marketable songs, including the writing of lyrics and melodies, setting lyrics to music, developing lyrical and musical “hooks,” analyzing the marketplace, and developing a production plan for a song demo. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSC 1325 - Acoustics

    (3:3:1) In this course, students will be presented with general principles of sound in air, characteristics of sound in recording, and applications of sound reinforcement. The topics addressed will include acoustical properties of studios, live performance facilities, resonance, and electronic and acoustic control. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSC 1327 - Audio Engineering I

    (3:3:1) This course provides an overview of the modern recording studio and related personnel. Topics include basic studio electronics and acoustic principles, wave form analysis, microphone concepts and miking techniques, studio set up and signal flow, recording console theory, signal processing concepts, recorder principles and operation, and an overview of mixing and editing. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSC 1330 - Computer Music Notation I

    This course is a survey of music notation software and applications with skill development in computer music notation. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSC 1331 - MIDI I

    (3:2:4) This course offers an exploration of the history and evolution of Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) systems and applications.  It includes the MIDI language and applications in the studio environment using software-based sequencing programs. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 1370 - Topics for the Professional Musician

    (3:3:0) This course is an introduction to the individual and group skills necessary to produce a successful band or ensemble at a professional level. Topics include commercial music terminology and vocabulary, charting, rehearsal techniques and etiquette, building a setlist, professional sound check process, as well as a glance into the specifics of modern instuments such as guitar, drums, vocal microphones and keyboards.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSC 1371 - The Method of Live Performance

    (3:2:3) This course is a study of the methods used in live performance.  It includes getting a vision for a show, creating moments, building the set list, understanding your audience, and authority.  The class is a hands-on study of the materials, tools, and skills used in a modern professional performance. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUSC 1400 - Sound System Design and Installation

    (4:3:4) This course covers the design and installation of portable and permanent audio systems. It includes industry-standard design/modeling software and industry- standard control software. It also covers digital signal processing (DSP), systems networking, and multimedia component integration. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: MUSC 1405 or concurrent enrollment.
  

  • MUSC 1405 - Live Sound I

    (4:3:4) This course provides an overview of the field of live sound. It includes principles of live sound and the theory and interconnection of the components of a sound reinforcement system. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 1423 - Audio Electronics

    (4:3:4) This course covers basic concepts in electricity, Ohm’s Law, circuit analysis and troubleshooting audio problems. Topics include soldering techniques, audio electronic alignment procedures for tape machines, console maintenance, and sound reinforcement equipment maintenance. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 1427 - Audio Engineering I

    (4:3:4) This course provides an overview of the modern recording studio and related personnel. Topics include basic studio electronics and acoustic principles, wave form analysis, microphone concepts and miking techniques, studio set up and signal flow, recording console theory, signal processing concepts, recorder principles and operation, and an overview of mixing and editing. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 1450 - Remixing

    (4:3:4) This course teaches the basic techniques necessary to produce finished remixes of previously recorded musical compositions. Includes using audio and MIDI “beats” and “loops.” Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 2101 - Audio Engineering Practices

    (1:0:4) Prerequisite:  MUSC 1327.  This course provides application of concepts and techniques presented in Audio Engineering I and II.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4
  

  • MUSC 2311 - Commercial Music Sight Singing and Ear Training II

    (3:3:0) This course is a continuation of Commercial Music Sight Singing and Ear Training I with emphasis on chromatic tonalities and melodies. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSC 1311.
  

  • MUSC 2313 - Commercial Music Theory II

    (3:3:0) This course is a continuation of Commercial Music Theory I with emphasis on composing and harmonizing melodies. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSC 1313.
  

  • MUSC 2386 - Internship-Recording Arts Technology/Technicians

    (3:0:12) This course provides practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college and student. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 12 Pre-requisite: Student must meet with Program Coordinator to determine eligibility.
  

  • MUSC 2402 - Sound Systems Technician

    (4:3:4) This course teaches the technical and non-technical skills necessary to perform duties of a sound systems technician. It includes business and customer relationships, advanced signal flow, system packaging, system integration, system protection/maintenance, electrical distribution for audio systems, and rigging from a sound systems technician’s perspective. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: MUSC 1405 or concurrent enrollment
 

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