May 05, 2024  
NIACC Catalog 2022-2023 
    
NIACC Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


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NIACC Course Placement Information for Entry-Level Advising   

 

Manufacturing

  
  • MFG - 137 Machinist Math I


    (2 s.h.)

    Covers practical vocational and technical applications of mathematical concepts necessary to excel in the machine, tool and die, and tool design industry. Topics are reinforced with realistic industry-related examples, illustrations, and actual applications.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MFG - 138 Machinist Math II


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MFG - 137 Machinist Math I .
    Covers practical vocational and technical applications of mathematical concepts necessary to excel in the machine, tool and die, and tool design industry. Topics are reinforced with realistic industry-related examples, illustrations, and actual applications.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MFG - 195 Manufacturing Processes I


    (2 s.h.)

    Knowledge and skills in manufacturing materials and the procedures used to produce products in today’s modern industry. Introduction to measurement and quality assurance with an emphasis on tolerance, measurement, and calibration. The final project is to create a product using manual metal cutting processes.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 91-120, INDU-715.
  
  • MFG - 216 Survey of Machine Tool Practices I


    (4 s.h.)

    The student safely uses basic measuring tools, machine tools, and layout/inspection tools. Emphasis is on turning machines, drills, and hand tools. Safety is taught and enforced as it applies to each machine process. Proper terminology of the machinist trade is emphasized. The student follows blueprints to produce products within tolerances specified.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 90
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-180, TLDI-760.
  
  • MFG - 217 Survey of Machine Tool Practices II


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MFG - 216 Survey of Machine Tool Practices I .
    Continues Survey of Machine Tool Practices I. The student safely uses basic measuring tools, machine tools, and layout/inspection tools. Emphasis on basic milling machines. Safety is taught and enforced as it applies to each machine process. Proper terminology of the machinist trade is emphasized. The student follows blueprints to produce products within tolerances specified.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 90
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-181, TLDI-761.
  
  • MFG - 218 Survey of Machine Tool Practices III


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MFG - 216 Survey of Machine Tool Practices I  and MFG - 217 Survey of Machine Tool Practices II .
    The student safely performs cylindrical grinder and surface grinder operations. Using the grinders, the student makes round and flat surfaces to conform to the specified tolerances. Emphasis is placed on safety, proper use of tools, and using correct terminology of the machinist trade.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 90
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-182, TLDI-762.
  
  
  • MFG - 245 Machine Theory and Operations I


    (9 s.h.)

    Corequisites: MFG - 120 Machine Trade Printreading I ; and MFG - 137 Machinist Math I  or MAT - 801 Applied Math A  and MAT - 802 Applied Math B .
    Covers theory and lab use of basic measuring and machining tools, layout inspection tools, as well as bench work. Safety is taught and enforced as it applies to each machine process. Proper terminology of the machinist trade is emphasized as well as following blueprints and holding tolerances through the use of a variety of machining processes to produce a product.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 225
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-165, TLDI-703.
  
  
  • MFG - 302 CNC Fundamentals


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MFG - 245 Machine Theory and Operations I , and MFG - 248 Machine Theory and Operations II   with a grade of C or higher.
    Covers computer numerical control (CNC) as it relates to milling machines, turning lathes, microcomputers, and related software. Emphasis on input language, codes, machine set-up and operation, inspection of parts, and communication of peripherals.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-167, TLDI-705.
  
  • MFG - 312 Advanced CNC


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MFG - 459 Injection Mold Making .
    A continuation of CNC and EDM fundamentals, as well as mold making with additional instruction and practice in the use of CAD, wire, and ram electrical discharge machines in the construction of die and mold components.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-275, TLDI-814.
  
  • MFG - 320 Computer Aided Machining


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisites/Corequisites: MFG - 108 Computer-Aided Drafting , MFG - 302 CNC Fundamentals  with a grade of C or higher, MFG - 380 EDM Fundamentals , and MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures .
    This program provides an introduction to (Process Modeling) utilizing the CNC graphics programming system. Using engineering drawings, students program various parts for CNC mills, CNC lathes, and CNC EDM. Related topics include job planning, tool selection, construction of a process model, tool path verification, simulation, quality control, CAD, CAM data transfer, and CNC code generation.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 60
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-272, TLDI-811.
  
  • MFG - 380 EDM Fundamentals


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisites/Corequisites: MFG - 302 CNC Fundamentals  with a grade of C or higher, and MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures .
    The students are introduced to the electrical discharge machines, both wire and ram-type. Emphasis on how these tools are used in the manufacturing of punch and die components and injection mold cores and cavities.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-172, TLDI-803.
  
  • MFG - 408 Basic Diemaking


    (8 s.h.)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures .
    This course is a continuation of MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures , with instruction and practice in building a progressive or compound die. Emphasis is placed on the tool building procedures learned in MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures , and toward fabricating dies. Instruction is given on the considerations involved in developing die components, such as calculation of die clearances, bend allowance, cutting forces, press tonnage requirements, and practice in building a complete functional die. The National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) certification exam for Materials, Measurement and Safety will be administered during this course.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 225
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-271, TLDI-810.
  
  • MFG - 424 Jig and Fixtures


    (5 s.h.)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MFG - 302 CNC Fundamentals  with a grade of C or higher and MFG - 248 Machine Theory and Operations II  with a grade of C or higher.
    This course is an introduction to the design of industrial tools and machining characteristics of tool components. The student is introduced to additional machining skills that will be encountered in typical machine shops in the building of molds, dies, jigs, fixtures, and precision machine parts.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 160
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-171, TLDI-802, MFG-423.
  
  • MFG - 459 Injection Mold Making


    (9 s.h.)

    Prerequisite/Corequisite: MFG - 408 Basic Diemaking  and MFG - 460 Plastic Materials .
    The student is introduced to the field of mold making for plastic injection molds, blow molds, compression and transfer molds, zinc and aluminum die casting molds. Focus is placed on mold theory, mold repair, identification and correction of mold problems, standardization of mold components, mold blueprint reading, and the machine shop skills necessary for mold making, as related to thermoplastic injection molds. In addition, the student develops necessary basic skills for gating, venting, heating, cooling, stoning and polishing, as well as other hands-on experiences necessary to manufacture mold plates, cores, cavities, and ejection systems. The student builds a prototype injection mold.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 285
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-274, TLDI-813.
  
  • MFG - 460 Plastic Materials


    (1 s.h.)

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the field of plastics. This overview includes thermoplastics and thermoset materials along with the major processing methods being utilized by industry today.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-273, TLDI-812.
  
  • MFG - 500 Statistical Process Control


    (1 s.h.)

    Covers the current transformation methods of industry and business toward a complete quality control system. Management theory on quality, productivity, and controlled charting techniques are included.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 96-170, TLDI-801.

Marketing

  
  • MKT - 110 Principles of Marketing


    (3 s.h.)

    A study of the role of marketing in society as well as a study of target market (customer) determination and selection, product strategy, channels of distribution, pricing concepts, and promotional activities that are used in business today.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 15-221, MRKT-101.
  
  • MKT - 140 Principles of Selling


    (3 s.h.)

    This course involves the study of concepts and practices used by successful professional salespeople in today’s market-driven economy. The course also includes a study of selling as a promotional strategy used by marketers.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 15-223, MRKT-103.
  
  • MKT - 150 Principles of Advertising


    (3 s.h.)

    The study of advertising process and its place in business and society. The course involves learning about the planning, creating and placement of advertising. The course also covers the topic of integrated promotion.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 15-222, MRKT-102.

Mathematics

  
  • MAT - 044A-D Mastery Math


    (1, 2, 3, or 4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Permission of course instructor or college recommendation.
    This course is intended for students who would benefit from a competency-based approach to increasing their math skills. Course may be taken in conjunction with other courses as support for success. Student’s self-management will be assessed for suitability to the course format prior to approval for registration in the course. Learning objectives will include succeeding on a standardized test to meet placement requirements for a subsequent math enrollment or meeting goal plan. Credit will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating grade point average for graduation. This course may be repeated. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.

    Lecture Hours: 15, 30, 45, or 60
    Lab Hours: 30, 60, 90 or 120
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 053 Pre-Algebra


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Accuplacer NG Arithmetic score of at least 203, or Accuplacer NG Elementary Algebra score of at least 212, or ACT score of at least 12, or New SAT score of at least 260, or an ALEKS score between 0-14.
    This course is intended to prepare students for an entry-level math course such as Elementary Algebra or Applied Math. The course covers the basic computational skills with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and integers. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating cumulative grade point average for graduation. Course is taught in competency-based instruction format.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-040, MATH-040.
  
  • MAT - 063 Elementary Algebra


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 053 Pre-Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or Accuplacer NG Arithmetic score of at least 239, or Accuplacer NG Elementary Algebra score of at least 230, or Accuplacer NG College Math score of at least 201, or ACT Math score of at least 16, or New SAT Math score of at least 420, or an ALEKS score of at least 14.
    This course is intended for students who have had no previous experience in Algebra. Topics include: the real number system, linear and quadratic equations, exponents, factoring, rational expressions, graphing, systems of equations, radicals, the quadratic formula, square root manipulation, and application of concepts. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating the cumulative grade point average for graduation. Course is taught in competency-based instruction format.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-060, 40-119, MATH-060.
  
  • MAT - 089 Survey of Mathematics


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Accuplacer NG Arithmetic score of at least 203, or Accuplacer NG Elementary Algebra score of at least 212, or ACT score of at least 12, or New SAT score of at least 260, or an ALEKS score of at least 15.
    This course is for students who are intending on taking Math for Liberal Arts. The course focuses on arithmetic skills without a calculator, college study skills, and an overview of topics from Math for Liberal Arts that include: problems solving, sets, elementary logic, number theory, percentages, statistics, and geometry. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating cumulative grade point average for graduation. Course is taught in competency-based instruction format.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 092 Intermediate Algebra


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 063 Elementary Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or Accuplacer NG Arithmetic score of at least 239, or Accuplacer NG Elementary Algebra score of at least 289, or Accuplacer NG College Math score of at least 222, or ACT Math score of at least 20, or NEW SAT math score of 510, or an ALEKS score between 30-37.
    This course will prepare the student for college algebra and trigonometry or other course work that requires the same level of sophistication. Topics include properties of real numbers, linear and quadratic equations, graphs of linear and quadratic equations, systems of equations, polynomials and rational expressions, inequalities, integral and rational exponents, radicals, and complex numbers. Students may substitute successful completion of a high school algebra course for the prerequisite above. Credit earned will not satisfy the requirements for an Associate Degree and will not be used in calculating cumulative grade point average for graduation. Course is taught in competency-based instruction format.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 110 Math (for Liberal Arts)


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisites: MAT - 089 Survey of Mathematics  with a grade of C or higher; or ALEKS score of at least 38 or ALEKS scores of at least 65% in Whole Numbers, Fractions and Decimals, and at least 50% in Percents, Proportions and Geometry.
    Math for Liberal Arts provides a survey of mathematics topics that includes sets, logic, statistics, number theory, geometry, the metric system, and consumer math. This course will fulfill 3 hours of Natural Science requirement for the A.A. Degree.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-121, MATH-101.
  
  • MAT - 121 College Algebra


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisites: MAT - 092 Intermediate Algebra  with a C or better, or ALEKS score of at least 38.
    This is a college-level course for students majoring in business, science, math and pre-engineering that satisfies the general education requirement in the Math/ Science area. Its purpose is to prepare the student for trigonometry and eventually calculus. The course examines functions in an analytic geometry setting, theories of equation-solving, matrices, the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, and the Binomial Theorem. This course is considered preparation for calculus.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to MATH-121.
  
  • MAT - 128 Precalculus


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 121 College Algebra  with a C or better; or an ALEKS score of at least 50.
    This course is intended to provide students with a summary of mathematics topics needed to study analytic geometry and calculus. The functional approach is emphasized. Topics covered include fundamentals of algebra, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, systems of equations, and analytic geometry of conics.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-161, MATH-161.
  
  • MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 121 College Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or ALEKS score of at least 50.
    This course is a preparation course intended for students majoring in engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry or certain vocational fields. The course is a study of both trigonometric and conic functions and equations. Both rectangular and polar coordinate systems are studied.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to MATH-134.
  
  • MAT - 140 Finite Math


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisites: MAT - 121 College Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or an ALEKS score of at least 50.
    This course provides a sampling of applied mathematical topics primarily in a business setting. Some topics covered include elementary functions, linear systems, matrices, linear programming, set theory, probability, and expected value.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-125, MATH-125.
  
  • MAT - 150 Discrete Math


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite:  MAT - 121 College Algebra  with a C or better, or an ALEKS score of at least 50, or with instructor approval. 
    This course is an introduction to mathematical methods used in the study of computer science including logic, methods of proof, set theory, functions and relations, recursion, counting techniques, discrete probability, permutations and combinations, graphs and trees, algorithm analysis, and Boolean algebra.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 153 Math for Elementary Teachers I


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 092 Intermediate Algebra  with a grade of C or higher or an ALEKS score of 38 or higher.
    This course focuses on the fundamental concepts that K-6 teachers will teach. Students will develop mathematical tools of reasoning, problem solving, and communication. Specific topics include rational numbers, operations with rational numbers, fractions and decimals, probability, and statistics.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 154 Math for Elementary Teachers II


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 153 Math for Elementary Teachers I , with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.
    This course focuses on the fundamental concepts that all K-6 teachers will teach. Students will develop mathematical tools of reasoning, problem solving, and communication. Specific topics include algebraic thinking, geometry, measurement, reasoning and proof, and technology in elementary classrooms.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 156 Introduction to Statistics


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 092 Intermediate Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or an ALEKS score of at least 38.
    This course is intended to introduce students to basic statistical concepts. It covers descriptive and inferential statistical methods, probability, hypothesis testing on the mean and proportion, and linear regression. Students are also introduced to technology as it applies to introductory statistical methods. A graphing calculator is required.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-140, STAT-104.
  
  • MAT - 161 Business Statistics


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 156 Introduction to Statistics  with a C or higher, or permission of instructor.
    Business Statistics is intended to look at the use of statistical methods as an analytical tool in business situations. It covers data collection, sampling, data analysis, estimation and hypothesis testing, regression and correlation analysis, multinomial experiments and contingency tables, analysis of variance, and nonparametric statistics. The content of this course also provides students an opportunity to use and sharpen NIACC general education skills, particularly quantitative skills and critical thinking skills. The use of TI 83/84 graphing calculators and statistical software is incorporated into the course. The course is intended to follow an introductory statistics course.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 15-210, STAT-201.
  
  • MAT - 165 Calculus (Business)


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 128 Precalculus  with a grade of C or higher; or MAT - 121 College Algebra  with a grade of C or higher; or ALEKS score of at least 50.
    This course uses calculus techniques with an emphasis on applications to business, the social sciences, the life sciences, and also to certain career programs. Types of functions included in the course are polynomial, rational and root, exponential and logarithmic. Topics include derivatives and their uses, and integrals and their applications. Students who have successfully completed two years of algebra, one year of geometry, and at least one semester of pre-calculus in high school may register for this class. A graphing calculator is required.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-240, MATH-240.
  
  • MAT - 210 Calculus I


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 128 Precalculus  with a grade of C or higher; or MAT - 121 College Algebra  and MAT - 134 Trigonometry and Analytic Geometry  with grades of C or higher; or an ALEKS score of at least 70.
    Topics include analysis of functions, limits, derivatives and integrals of algebraic, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions, and applications of differentiation.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-251, MATH-251.
  
  • MAT - 216 Calculus II


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 210 Calculus I , with a grade of C or higher.
    This course is a continuation of MAT - 210 Calculus I . Topics include applications of the definite integral; principles of integration evaluation; improper integrals; modeling with differential equations; and infinite sequences and series.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-252, MATH-252.
  
  • MAT - 219 Calculus III


    (4 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 216 Calculus II , with a grade of C or higher.
    This course is a continuation of MAT 216 . Topics include graphs and analysis of the conic sections, polar coordinates and parametric equations, three dimensional space, vectors and vector-valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and topics in vector calculus.

    Lecture Hours: 60
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-253, MATH-253.
  
  • MAT - 226 Differential Equations with Laplace Transforms


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 216 Calculus II , with a grade of C or higher.
    Topics include analytic methods for solving first and second order ordinary differential equations, higher order linear differential equations (including Laplace Transforms) and systems of differential equations, numerical methods for approximating solutions of differential equations, and applications using differential equations.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 40-261, MATH-261.
  
  • MAT - 801 Applied Math A


    (1 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 063 Elementary Algebra  with a grade of C or higher, or ACT math score of at least 16, or ALEKS score of at least 14, or Accuplacer Arithmetic Next Gen score or a 239, or Accuplacer Elementary Next Gen Score of a 230, or Acuplacer College Algebra Next Gen score of a 201.
    This course covers essential topics in algebra, including ratio and proportion, as well as unit conversions, and order of operations.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 802 Applied Math B


    (1 s.h.)

    Prerequisite:  MAT - 801 Applied Math A  with a grade of C or higher, or by permission of the instructor. 
    This course covers essential topics in algebra, including solving equations and word problems, and basic statistics.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 803 Applied Math C


    (1 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 801 Applied Math A  and MAT - 802 Applied Math B  with a grade of C or higher, or Accuplacer Arithmetic score of at least 59, or by permission of the instructor.
    This course covers essential topics in plane and solid geometry.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAT - 804 Applied Math D


    (1 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAT - 801 Applied Math A  and MAT - 802 Applied Math B  with a grade of C or higher, or by permission of the instructor.
    This course covers essential topics in trigonometry.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0


Medical Assistant

  
  
  
  • MAP - 401 Medical Law and Ethics


    (1 s.h.)

    Presentation of legal implications and ethical considerations pertaining to practice in an ambulatory health care setting. The course encourages the student to demonstrate critical thinking based on knowledge of academic subject matter required for competence in the medical assisting profession. Students will learn to incorporate the cognitive knowledge in performance of the psychomotor and affective domains in their practice as a medical assistant in providing patient care.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MAP - 622 Medical Assistant Practicum


    (6 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MAP - 359 Clinical Procedures II ; Successful completion of all Medical Assistant Curriculum Term 1 and Term 2.   
    An eight-week term of practical experience in selected physicians’ offices, clinics, or laboratories. The practicum offers the students an opportunity to perform various clinical and office procedures under the supervision of the physician, nurse, and the instructor/ coordinator. 225 clock hours are completed in the clinical setting. An additional 15 clock hours (1 s.h.) are completed as a review for the national certification examination. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 225
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 90-208, MEDA-720, MAP-616.

Medical Lab Technician

  
  • MLT - 101 Introduction to Lab Science


    (2 s.h.)

    This course familiarizes the student with the Medical Laboratory Technician program and the field of laboratory medicine. The organization and role of the clinical laboratory are explored, as well as medical ethics and conduct, employment opportunities, and professional organizations.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 70-100, PHYS-100.
  
  • MLT - 120 Urinalysis


    (3 s.h.)

    This course provides the foundation for the study of urine formation and its assessment along with the determination of the physical, chemical, and microscopic properties of urine in normal and abnormal states. Objectives also included are the development and evaluation of body fluids including cerebrospinal, synovial, serous, and amniotic fluids.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 70-249, HEAL-105.

Music - Applied

  
  • MUA - 120 Applied Piano


    (1 s.h.)

    Individualized instruction in piano performance for students that are beginners. Instructional materials include a repertoire of basic piano literature. Students register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5
    Lab Hours: 15
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-195, MUSI-195.
  
  • MUA - 130A-B Applied Voice


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in vocal performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Previous singing experience required. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional Aria and Art Song literature in English and Foreign Languages. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (two 30-minute lessons per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours (music majors for 2 hours only).

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-156, MUSI-156A-B, MUA-285A-B.
  
  • MUA - 131A-B Applied Voice II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in vocal performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Previous singing experience required. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional Aria and Art Song literature in English and Foreign Languages. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (two 30-minute lessons per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours (music majors for 2 hours only).

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 132A-B Applied Voice III


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in vocal performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Previous singing experience required. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional Aria and Art Song literature in English and Foreign Languages. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (two 30-minute lessons per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours (music majors for 2 hours only).

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 184A-B Applied Saxophone I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in saxophone performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-162, MUSI-162A-B.
  
  • MUA - 186A-B Applied Flute I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in flute performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-158, MUSI-158A-B.
  
  • MUA - 187A-B Applied Oboe I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in oboe performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-159, MUSI-159-A-B.
  
  • MUA - 188A-B Applied Clarinet I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in clarinet performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-160, MUSI-160A-B.
  
  • MUA - 189A-B Applied Bassoon I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in bassoon performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-161, MUSI-161A-B.
  
  • MUA - 191A-B Applied Trumpet I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in trumpet performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-163, MUSI-163-A-B.
  
  • MUA - 192A-B Applied French Horn I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in french horn performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-164, MUSI-164A-B.
  
  • MUA - 193A-B Applied Trombone I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in trombone performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-165, MUSI-165A-B.
  
  • MUA - 194A-B Applied Euphonium I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in euphonium performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-166, MUSI-166A-B.
  
  • MUA - 195A-B Applied Tuba I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in tuba performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-167, MUSI-167A-B.
  
  • MUA - 196A-B Applied Percussion I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in percussion performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-168, MUSI-168A-B.
  
  • MUA - 197A-B Applied Drum Set I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in drum set performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-169, MUSI-169A-B.
  
  • MUA - 198A-B Applied Guitar I


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Individual instruction in guitar performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-170, MUSI-170A-B.
  
  • MUA - 286A-B Applied Flute II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed two semesters of MUA - 186A-B Applied Flute I  with a final grade of C or better.
    Continued instruction in flute performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). The course is repeatable one time.  Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 287A-B Applied Oboe II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 187A-B Applied Oboe I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in oboe performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 288A-B Applied Clarinet II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 188A-B Applied Clarinet I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in clarinet performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 289A-B Applied Bassoon II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 189A-B Applied Bassoon I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in bassoon performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 290A-B Applied Saxophone II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 184A-B Applied Saxophone I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in saxophone performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 291A-B Applied Trumpet II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 191A-B Applied Trumpet I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in trumpet performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 292A-B Applied French Horn II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 192A-B Applied French Horn I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in french horn performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 293A-B Applied Trombone II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 193A-B Applied Trombone I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in trombone performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 294A-B Applied Euphonium II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 194A-B Applied Euphonium I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in euphonium performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 295A-B Applied Tuba II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 195A-B Applied Tuba I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in tuba performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 296A-B Applied Percussion II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 196A-B Applied Percussion I  with a final grade of C or better.
    Continued instruction in percussion performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). The course is repeatable one time.  Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 297A-B Applied Drum Set II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 197A-B Applied Drum Set I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in drum set performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 298A-B Applied Guitar II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Must have completed 2 semesters of MUA - 198A-B Applied Guitar I , with a final grade of C or higher.
    Continued instruction in guitar performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUA - 299A-B Applied Piano II


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: 1 credit hour of MUA - 120 Applied Piano  or permission of instructor.
    Individualized instruction in piano performance through the development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-157, MUSI-196A-B.
  
  • MUA - 399A-B Applied Piano III


    (1-2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MUA - 299A-B Applied Piano II .
    Continued instruction in piano performance through the further development of strong technical foundation and well-rounded musicianship levels established in MUA-299. Instructional materials include a repertoire of traditional and contemporary literature. Students may register for 1 credit hour (one 30-minute lesson per week) or 2 credit hours (one 60-minute lesson per week). This course is repeatable one time. Must have instructor consent for 2 credit hours.

    Lecture Hours: 7.5 or 15
    Lab Hours: 15 or 30
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0


General Music

  
  • MUS - 100 Music Appreciation


    (3 s.h.)

    Music Appreciation is concerned with the development of Western Classical Music that encompasses nearly 2500 years of history beginning in 400 BC and culminating in the 20th century. This course provides the student knowledge of six commonly recognized historical eras through lectures, recordings, videotapes, digital media, and possible guest speakers.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-113, MUSI-101.
  
  • MUS - 105 Introduction to Music Theory


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal music experience.
    Introduction to Music Theory is designed as a precourse to any music theory sequence. The course work will emphasize the circle of fifths, major scales, all forms of the minor scales, parallel and relative scale relationships, and music vocabulary. This course will also introduce the aural skills of scale identification, rhythmic dictation, and interval identification.

    Lecture Hours: 22.5
    Lab Hours: 15
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-120, MUSI-120.
  
  • MUS - 120 Music Theory I


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal experience.
    Corequisite: MUS - 130 Aural Skills I .
    Music Theory I examines all the basic materials of music which include notation, scales, intervals, chords, melody, harmony, rhythm and texture. Other areas of analysis take in cadence types, chord inversions, figured bass harmonization and principles of part writing based on 18th century models. Students will meet three days a week for one hour.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 121 Music Theory II


    (3 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MUS - 120 Music Theory I  and MUS - 130 Aural Skills I  with final grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor.
    Corequisite: MUS - 131 Aural Skills II .
    A continuation of Music Theory I, Music Theory II will examine in more detail the harmonic elements of music.  Discussions will include the harmonic progression, secondary chords, modulation, and specific types of seventh chords as they relate to 18th century counterpoint. Simple binary and ternary forms will be introduced.

    Lecture Hours: 45
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 130 Aural Skills I


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Previous instrumental or vocal music experience.
    Corequisite: MUS - 120 Music Theory I  
    This course introduces fundamentals of the aural skills, ear training, and sight singing. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 131 Aural Skills II


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite:  MUS - 120 Music Theory I  and MUS - 130 Aural Skills I  with final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
    Corequisite: MUS - 121 Music Theory II .
    This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 132 Aural Skills III


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite:  MUS - 121 Music Theory II  and MUS - 131 Aural Skills II  with final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
    Corequisite:  MUS - 220 Music Theory III .
    This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 133 Aural Skills IV


    (2 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: MUS - 132 Aural Skills III  and MUS - 220 Music Theory III  with a final grade of C or higher, or instructor consent.
    Corequisite: MUS - 221 Music Theory IV .
    This course will provide continued development of ear training and sight singing skills. Students will meet two days a week for one hour.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 140 Concert Choir


    (1 s.h.)

    Concert Choir is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.

    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-150, MUSI-150.
  
  • MUS - 141 Concert Choir II


    (1 s.h.)

    Concert Choir II is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.

    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 142 Concert Choir III


    (1 s.h.)

    Concert Choir III is open to all students interested in vocal music. If needed, auditions will be held to achieve proper ensemble balance. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings.

    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 144 Orchestra


    (1 s.h.)

    The North Iowa Symphony Orchestra, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, rehearses one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. Some sections of the orchestra require an audition. This course is repeatable one time.

    Lecture Hours: 35
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-153, MUSI-153.
  
  • MUS - 145 Concert Band


    (1 s.h.)

    Students in this course will perform in the North Iowa Concert Band, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, with rehearsals one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. This course is open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa area. This course is repeatable one time.

    Lecture Hours: 22.5
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-152, MUSI-152.
  
  • MUS - 150 Chamber Ensemble


    (1 s.h.)

    This course is designed to provide an opportunity to study and perform chamber literature of the last three centuries. Groups may vary in size from duets to sextets for brass, woodwind, string, or percussion instrumentalists. Also includes jazz combos. Time is arranged.

    Lecture Hours: 15
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-155, MUSI-155.
  
  • MUS - 152 Vocal Ensemble


    (1 s.h.)

    Corequisite: MUS - 140 Concert Choir .
    NIACC Singers is an auditioned group for students with a high level of competency in vocal music. Auditions may be completed individually by contacting the professor. The group performs one formal concert on campus each semester, as well as community performances, area high school assemblies, and community meetings. This course may be repeated one time.

    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to 50-151, MUSI-151.
  
  • MUS - 174 North Iowa Choral Society


    (1 s.h.)

    Prerequisite: Audition or recommendation of Vocal Director.
    The North Iowa Choral Society, sponsored by North Iowa Area Community College, rehearses one night each week in preparation for concerts and programs. Open to all interested NIACC students and adults in the North Iowa Area. This course is repeatable one time. This course has been designated as a pass/no pass course.

    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 45
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

  
  • MUS - 179 Jazz Band


    (1 s.h.)

    The NIACC Jazz Band rehearses twice each week in preparation for concerts on campus, for area high school assemblies, festivals, and community events. Jazz Band concentrates on a jazz repertoire from 1930 to the present. This course is open to all interested NIACC students by audition. Course is repeatable one time.

    Lecture Hours: 30
    Lab Hours: 0
    Clinical Hours: 0
    Work Experience Hours: 0

    Equivalent to equivalent to 50-154, MUSI-154, MUS-163.
 

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