2020-2021 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Information


A complete list of San Joaquin Delta College courses is provided.  In addition to being held on the Stockton campus, many of these courses are offered online, as hybrid classes, and at regional sites such as the South Campus at Mountain House. Check the current Schedule of Classes for details. 

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Mass Communication

  
  • MCOM 9 Social Media Campaigns


    Units: 3
    This course is a comprehensive survey of building campaigns across social media channels, with focus on meaningful participation and engagement. Students will learn methodology and practice for building effective social media campaigns. Focus will be on identifying target markets, developing tone, choosing proper channels, and building content for implementing a social media plan of action. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 10 Multimedia Storytelling


    Units: 3
    This course is designed to provide basic skills in the art of multimedia storytelling and project building with a journalism emphasis. Techniques that will be explored include use of video, photos, animation, graphic design, and text to convey interactive news and feature stories through the Internet and other electronic media. In addition, students will use critical thinking skills to develop the best way to build media content into a central project. Ethical considerations, including the use of contributed content, will also be examined. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 120)
  
  • MCOM 11 Newswriting


    Units: 3
    This course is designed to offer an introduction to gathering, synthesizing, organizing and writing news in fundamental journalistic style across all media platforms. Emphasis is placed on the personal interview as a vital process in structuring an objective presentation of news and feature stories. Accompanying the various areas of writing instruction is an introduction to the basics of being a multimedia reporter, developing photo, video and audio capturing skills. It includes the role of the journalist and related legal and ethical issues. Students will report and write based on their original interviews and research to produce news content. Experiences may include covering speeches, meetings and other events, writing under deadline, and using AP Style. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 110)
  
  • MCOM 12A Newspaper Production I


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MCOM 11 Newswriting  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to offer students lab experiences in all aspects of newspaper production, including regularly producing news or feature non-fiction stories with journalistic emphasis for publication in the student newspaper and on the student news website. Weekly news assignments cover the writing of news, feature, sports and opinion stories. Peer editing, page design, digital photography and production are also covered. Students may produce across digital platforms for experience in design/layout, online and multimedia journalism, and emerging technologies. The newspaper is student produced with student leadership. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 130)
  
  • MCOM 12B Newspaper Production II


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MCOM 12A Newspaper Production I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to offer students intermediate lab skills in all aspects of newspaper production, including producing news or feature non-fiction stories with journalistic emphasis for publication in the student newspaper and on the student news website. Students will take on leadership and management roles, serving as a copy or section editor for the college newspaper. Weekly news assignments cover the writing of news, feature, sports and opinion stories. Peer editing, page design, digital photography and production are also covered. Students may produce across digital platforms for experience in design/layout, online and multimedia journalism and emerging technologies. The newspaper is student produced with student leadership. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 131)
  
  • MCOM 12C Newspaper Production III


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MCOM 12B Newspaper Production II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to offer the student instruction in production of the student newspaper, including editing, page design and digital photography, while introducing the newspaper website and content management systems. The student will serve as copy editor, section editor, social media editor or online editor in addition to balancing management skills with newspaper duties. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 12D Newspaper Production IV


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MCOM 10 Multimedia Storytelling  or MCOM 12C Newspaper Production III  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to offer the student instruction in content production as it pertains to the student newspaper and news website. Specific focus will be placed on advanced digital photography, sound editing and video development. The student will serve as a copy editor, section editor, social media editor, online editor or video editor in addition to balancing management skills with newspaper duties. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 15 Selected Topics: Mass Communications


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Mass Communications not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 50H Special Studies: Mass Media


    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: MCOM 1 Introduction to Mass Communication  with a grade of “B” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Presentation of a project acceptable to the instructor and Dean. A student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and Dean.
    This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in mass media. The course includes research, directed reading, fieldwork or other advanced study which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the Dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 69V Media Internship


    Units: 1-6
    Prerequisites: MCOM 11 Newswriting  and MCOM 12A Newspaper Production I  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Students must enroll in a minimum of one course at San Joaquin Delta College in a discipline related to their work experience. This course may be taken concurrently or may have been taken in the semester immediately prior.
    This supervised internship course is designed to provide the advanced journalism student with the opportunity to gain work experience for either off-campus print or electronic medium and to earn credit for the experience. Units are awarded on the basis of one unit per 60 hours of unpaid work or 75 hours of paid work. (CSU)
  
  • MCOM 75 Selected Topics: Mass Communication


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of journalism not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 1 Calculus I


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites:  MATH 38A Precalculus I  and MATH 38B Precalculus II  or MATH 39 Precalculus  each with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    This course is the first course in differential and integral Calculus. Topics include: limits and continuity, techniques of differentiation and integration, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and applications of differentiation and integration. This course is primarily for Science, Mathematics, Technology, and Engineering majors. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 210)
  
  • MATH 2 Calculus II


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 1 Calculus I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the second course in differential and integral Calculus.  Topics include integration, techniques of integration, applications of the integral, and infinite sequences and series, polar and parametric equations.  This class is primary for Mathematics, Science, Technology and Engineering majors. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 220)
  
  • MATH 3 Multivariable Calculus


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 2 Calculus II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course introduces vector valued functions, calculus of functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, multiple integration, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’s Theorem and the divergence theorem. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 230)
  
  • MATH 4 Differential Equations


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 2 Calculus II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course provides an introduction to the study of elementary differential equations.  The course includes a computer laboratory component complementing the lecture component.  Lecture and laboratory topics include first and second order linear differential equations, nonlinear differential equations, power series solution methods including solutions near ordinary and singular points, the Laplace transform, and systems of linear differential equations. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 240)
  
  • MATH 5 Linear Algebra


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 2 Calculus II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This is an introductory course in Linear Algebra. This course develops the techniques and theory needed to solve and classify linear systems of equations. Techniques include elementary row operation, Gaussian elimination and matrix algebra. Properties of two and three dimensions vectors are studied and abstract vector spaces are introduced. Vector space and Matrix theory are presented. Topics include linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenspaces, orthogonality, norms, and inner products. Applications of linear algebra are included. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 250)

     

  
  • MATH 12 Introduction to Probability and Statistics


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 92G Intermediate Algebra , MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or  MATH 96 Pre-Statistics  each with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    Corequisites: or concurrent enrollment in MATH 70 Corequisite Support for Introduction to Probability and Statistics .
    Advisories: Ability to read at the 12th grade level.
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with elementary techniques used in statistical analysis.  Emphasis is on descriptive statistics, elementary probability concepts, probability distributions, statistical inference, and simple linear regression analysis, with applications in business, social sciences, psychology, life sciences, health sciences and education.  A graphing calculator is recommended. Instructor demonstrations utilize a Texas Instruments graphing calculator. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 110)
  
  
  • MATH 15 Selected Topics: Mathematics


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Mathematics not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  
  • MATH 17A Concepts and Structures of Mathematics


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 92G Intermediate Algebra , MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or MATH 96 Pre-Statistics  each with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    Advisories: Ability to read at the 12th grade level.
    This course is one of two courses designed for the pre-service elementary teacher.  The course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems.  Emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and application of logical reasoning.  Throughout the course, accurate use of mathematical terminology and notation will be emphasized. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 120)
  
  • MATH 17B Concepts and Structures of Mathematics


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites:  MATH 92G Intermediate Algebra , MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or MATH 96 Pre-Statistics  each with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    Advisories: Ability to read at the 12th grade level.
    This course is one of two courses designed for the pre-service elementary teacher.  The course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including measurement, geometry and introductory probability and statistics. Throughout the course, accurate use of mathematical terminology and notation will be emphasized.  (UC, CSU)
  
  • MATH 20 Finite Mathematics


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM)  or MATH 92G Intermediate Algebra  each with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    This course is designed to fulfill the mathematics requirements of the student in business administration, management, life sciences, or social sciences. The course covers a variety of topics including linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming, elementary combinatorial techniques, sets, Venn diagrams, elementary probability and statistics, the mathematics of finance and Markov Chains. Application problems to business, economics and social sciences are emphasized throughout. Graphing calculators are used extensively. The TI-84 PLUS is used for instructor demonstrations. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 130)
  
  
  
  
  • MATH 70 Corequisite Support for Introduction to Probability and Statistics


    Units: 2
    Corequisites: MATH 12 Introduction to Probability and Statistics .
    Advisories: MATH 90 Beginning Algebra  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in statistics.  The course is intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in MATH 12 Introduction to Probability and Statistics .  Topics include concepts from arithmetic, pre-algebra, beginning and intermediate algebra, probability and statistics that are needed to be successful in college-level statistics. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
  
  
  • MATH 75 Selected Topics: Mathematics


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of mathematics not already covered by the existing curriculum.
  
  • MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic


    Units: 3
    This course is designed as a review of basic arithmetic.  The course includes whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percents, and systems of measurement.  Units earned in this course do not count toward an associate degree.
  
  • MATH 77A Business Mathematics I


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic  with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent arithmetic skills.
    This course is a comprehensive review of whole number, fraction, decimal and percent computations as well as simple application problems involving money management such as banking, payroll, buying and selling, and simple interest. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
  
  • MATH 77B Business Mathematics II


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MATH 77A Business Mathematics I  with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent mathematics skills.
    This course is designed to introduce the student to mathematical concepts related to modern business.  The course includes such topics as loans, compound interest, real estate, depreciation, and financial statements. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
  
  • MATH 78 Prealgebra


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic   with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent arithmetic skills.
    This course is designed for the student needing to bridge the gap between arithmetic and algebra.  Instruction is provided in the computational and problem-solving skills necessary for academic, vocational, and/or professional programs.  Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
  
  • MATH 86 Algebraic Applications for Career Technical Education


    Units: 4
    Advisories: MATH 90 Beginning Algebra .
    This course uses the procedural, analytical and critical thinking skills from Elementary Algebra to explore mathematics in a variety of applications. Topics covered include (but are not limited to) consumer mathematics, statistics, unit conversions and geometry.  This course satisfies the Language and Rationality Group B requirement in the General Education pattern for the Associate Degrees, but it is not appropriate for students planning to transfer to a four-year college. It will not satisfy the prerequisite for a higher level math course.
  
  
  • MATH 90L Beginning Algebra Support Lab


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic  with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    Corequisites: MATH 90 Beginning Algebra .
    This lab course provides additional instruction and support for students taking Beginning Algebra. This course will cover topics from arithmetic and pre-algebra essential for success in Beginning Algebra. This course will also cover best practices and strategies for student success in math. This course may be a necessary co-requisite for enrollment in MATH 90 .
  
  • MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM)


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites: MATH 90 Beginning Algebra  with a grade of “C” or better or qualifying placement .
    This is a second course in algebra covering rational expressions and equations, rational exponents and radicals, an introduction to functions, linear functions, quadratic functions, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions, as well introductions to conic sections, sequences and series, and the Binomial Theorem. This course is intended for STEM majors and other majors with a significant math component.
  
  • MATH 96 Pre-Statistics


    Units: 4
    This course covers arithmetic, algebraic and quantitative reasoning skills and concepts necessary for success in statistics and other non-STEM, transfer-level math courses including Math 20 Finite Math and Math 17A/B Math for Elementary Teachers.  A graphing calculator is recommended. Instructor demonstrations utilize a Texas Instruments graphing calculator.
  
  • MATH 97 Preparatory Mathematics for STEM


    Units: 6
    This course is a review of all algebra concepts including linear, quadratic, polynomial, and rational expressions and equations. Topics such as inverse functions, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, non-linear inequalities, sequences, series, and the Binomial Theorem are also included with emphasis on knowledge skills appropriate for students pursuing a major in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or Business. Additional instruction and support will be provided, including best practices and strategies for student success in math courses.
  
  • MATH 176A Review of Arithmetic I


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 176B  , covers the same content as MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic . The course topics include whole numbers, decimals, fractions, ratio and proportion, percents, and systems of measurement.
  
  • MATH 176B Review of Arithmetic II


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 176A , covers the same content as MATH 76 Review of Arithmetic . The course topics include whole numbers, decimals, fractions, ratio and proportion, percents, and systems of measurement.
  
  • MATH 178A Prealgebra I


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 178B, covers the same content as MATH 78 Prealgebra  . Instruction is provided in the computational and problem-solving skills necessary for academic, vocational, and/or professional programs. Topics include review of arithmetic on whole numbers, integers, decimals, and fractions, order of operations, basic geometry formulas and measurements and an introduction to variables.
  
  • MATH 178B Prealgebra II


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 178A , covers the same content as MATH 78 Prealgebra  . Instruction is provided in the computational and problem-solving skills necessary for academic, vocational, and/or professional programs. Topics include evaluating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations, percents, ratios, and proportions, graphing linear equations, and introduction to statistics.
  
  • MATH 190A Elementary Algebra I


    Units: 0
    This course is the first half of a two-part course in Elementary Algebra. Topics include review of arithmetic and basic geometry, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, absolute value equations and inequalities, linear equations in two variables, graphing linear equations in two variables, systems of linear equations and inequalities (up to 3x3).
  
  • MATH 190B Elementary Algebra II


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 190A , covers the same content as MATH 90 Beginning Algebra  . Topics include linear equations in one and two variables, linear inequalities, basic graphing, polynomials, and factoring.
  
  • MATH 192A Intermediate Algebra I


    Units: 0
    This course is the first half of a two-part course in Intermediate Algebra. Topics include rational expressions and equations, rational exponents and radicals, an introduction to functions, linear functions, and quadratic function.
  
  • MATH 192B Intermediate Algebra II


    Units: 0
    This course, together with MATH 192A , covers the same content as MATH 92S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) . Topics include exponential functions, logarithmic functions, inequalities, as well as introductions to conic sections, sequences and series, and the Binomial Theorem.

Mechanical Technology: Apprenticeship

  
  • A-MEC 74A Basic Welding


    Units: 2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
    This course is designed to introduce basic welding skills. The course includes the basic theory, practice and application of arc welding and of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding.
  
  • A-MEC 74B Machine Shop


    Units: 2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
    This course is designed to introduce fundamental machine shop practices. The course includes safety procedures, lathe operation, mill operation, drilling operations, and print reading.

Music

  
  • MUSIC 1 Music Fundamentals


    Units: 3
    This course is designed for the student who wants a beginning background in the theory of music.  No knowledge of music or music theory is assumed.  The course includes: basic musical notation, rhythm and meter, major and minor scales, major and minor key signatures, intervals and inversions, triads (major, minor, diminished and augmented), some seventh chords, inversions of triads and seventh chords, elementary formal and harmonic analysis, and ear training for all of the above, plus some sight reading and melodic dictation.  Some knowledge of keyboard will be included.  This is NOT a music major course.  (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 3A Music Theory and Musicianship I


    Units: 4
    This course is the review of the rudiments of musical notation, scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, and inversions of triads. Emphasis is placed on analysis, creations of melodies based upon techniques of various musical periods, and four-part chorale-style harmony. In addition, the course includes sightsinging and eartraining of pentatinic and diatonic melodies, two-part rhythm exercises, simple keyboard harmony drills, beginning self-accompanied singing exercises, melodic, harmonic, and rhythm dication, and sight singing. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 120 and MUS 125)
  
  • MUSIC 3B Music Theory and Musicianship II


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 3A Music Theory and Musicianship I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the continuation of MUSIC 3A  beginning with the construction of an underlying tonal harmonic (triadic) continuum. Emphasis will be on chord connection, employment of triadic inversions, and study of basic harmonic rhythm leading to the creation of two-, three-, and four-part textures. In addition, the course includes ear training and sight singing of more advanced diatonic melodies, three-part rhythmic exercises, keyboard harmony exercises, self-accompanied singing exercises, melodic, harmonic, contrapuntal, and dictation. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 130, C-ID MUS 135)
  
  • MUSIC 3C Music Theory and Musicianship III


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 3B Music Theory and Musicianship II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the continuation of MUSIC 3B  . Emphasis will be on developing an understanding of 19th century harmonic practice, including altered and extended chords, work in advanced modulation procedures, and more sophisticated progressions. Writing for the keyboard and other instrumental and vocal combinations will be encouraged. In addition, the course includes ear training and sight singing of diatonic and chromatic melodies and advanced two- and three-part rhythmic exercises, self-accompanied singing exercises, keyboard harmony, and dictation. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 140, C-ID MUS 145)
  
  • MUSIC 3D Music Theory and Musicianship IV


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 3C Music Theory and Musicianship III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the continuation of MUSIC 3C . Emphasis will be on the examination of impressionistic devices, quartal harmony, non-tonal and atonal compositional processes, and 20th century Western music. In addition, the course includes ear training and sight singing of diatonic and chromatic melodies and more advanced four-part rhythmic exercises, advanced melodic, contrapuntal, and four-part chorale style dictation. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 150, C-ID MUS 155)
  
  • MUSIC 4 Exploring Music


    Units: 3
    This course is an exploration of growth and development of music from the 11th Century to the present.  This course includes forms and styles used in Western art and surveys those factors influencing popular, rock, and commercial music as well as music used for live theater and in films.  This is not a music major course.  (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 100)
  
  • MUSIC 5 Selected Topics: Music


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of music not already covered by existing curriculum. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 7 Excursions in Music of Our World


    Units: 3
    This course is a survey of non-western music. It addresses cultures that exhibit a minimum of western (European and American) influence from major geographic regions of the world including Australia, China, Japan, Indonesia, India, Turkey, the Arabic Middle East, eastern and western central Africa, South America, and native North America. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 8 Exploring Jazz, Ragtime, and Blues


    Units: 3
    This course is a survey of musical history and literature of jazz, ragtime, and blues in the United States. The course pursues an in-depth study of the genres, styles, and musical personalities involved in this unique American art form from the late nineteenth-century to the present. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 9 Exploring Pop and Rock Music


    Units: 3
    This course explores the development of popular and rock music styles, including the social, political, cultural, and economic issues surrounding the various time periods. The course will take an in-depth study into the genres, styles, and personalities throughout the 20th century to the present times. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 12A Class Voice


    Units: 0.5
    This course is the development of techniques for the solo voice. The principles of posture, breathing, diction, vocal anatomy, tone production, and presentation of one’s self in public performances are stressed. Individual performance in class is a requirement. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 15 Delta Singers


    Units: 1
    Corequisites: MUSIC 17 Concert Choir .
    Limitations on Enrollment: Title 5 Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed to develop the art of singing in the small choral ensemble. The choir consists of 20-30 members and includes the singing of choral masterworks from all historical periods for the chamber choir. Sight-reading and proper vocal techniques are also stressed. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. This course is repeatable as per Title 5, section 55041(a)(1). (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 17 Concert Choir


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed to develop the art of singing in the large choral ensemble. This ensemble stresses singing repertoire specifically composed for the large choir from all historical periods. Sight-reading and proper vocal technique are also stressed. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 180)
  
  • MUSIC 18 Chorale


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Title 5 Qualified Performer.
    The Chorale is a choral ensemble for both students and community singers wishing to further knowledge of choral repertoire, vocal technique, and the enhancement of ensemble singing skills. The course stresses the study and performance of major works from the choral repertoire. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 20A Voice for Musical Theatre I


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course explores the topics of vocal production techniques for the novice musical theater performer. The principles of breath support, tone quality, beginning choreography and staging are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 20B Voice for Musical Theatre II


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 20A Voice for Musical Theatre I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is the study and development of vocal production techniques for the intermediate musical theatre performer. The principles of posture, solo diction, belting, intermediate-level choreography and staging are stressed. Emphasis is also placed on the performance of bit/minor roles in the musical theater genre. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 20C Voice for Musical Theatre III


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 20B Voice for Musical Theatre II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is the study and development of vocal production techniques for the advanced musical theater performer ready for supporting acting roles. The principles of singing movement and gestures, soloist diction, advanced belting, advanced-level choreography, and advanced staging are stressed. Emphasis is also placed on the performance of supporting roles in the musical theater genre. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 20D Voice for Musical Theatre IV


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 20C Voice for Musical Theatre III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is the study and development of vocal techniques for the advanced musical theater performer ready for leading roles in productions. The principles of advanced stage movement and gestures, advanced lyric diction, advanced belting, advanced choreography, and advanced staging as a lead character are stressed. Emphasis is also placed on the advanced audition techniques and audition repertoire. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 26 Symphonic Band


    Units: 1-2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of symphonic band literature with emphasis on sight-reading and public performance. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. This course is repeatable as per Title 5, section 55041(a)(1). (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 180)
  
  • MUSIC 27 Orchestra


    Units: 1-2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of orchestral literature with emphasis on sight reading and public performance. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. This course is repeatable as per Title 5, section 55041(a)(1). (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 180)
  
  • MUSIC 28 Concert Band


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of concert band literature with emphasis on sight reading and public performance. The group performance a great variety of concert band music from traditional to contemporary. The student may receive credit in this course for a maximum of four semesters. A minimum of high school band experience required. This course is repeatable as per Title 5, section 55041(a)(1). (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 29 Jazz Band


    Units: 1-2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of jazz band literature with emphasis on sight-reading and public performance. The course includes concentration on the techniques and styles of jazz, jazz-rock, and improvisation. The student may receive credit for this course for a maximum of four semesters. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 180)
  
  • MUSIC 30A Class Guitar


    Units: 0.5
    This course is a first course in development of techniques for the guitar. There is an emphasis on building chord vocabulary sufficient to accompany wide vocal ranges and learning to read music. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 30B Class Guitar


    Units: 0.5
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 30A Class Guitar  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a second course in guitar. The course includes upper position chord routines, transposition, notation, solo playing, and essentials of the classic guitar. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 32 Delta Vocal Jazz


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed for the student interested in the field of commercial music and entertainment. The ensemble consists of singer, backup instrumentalists, and technical crew who work together to study and perform selected musical arrangements. Opportunity for solo singing is frequent. The course stresses the study and performance of the unique American idioms of vocal jazz and songs of the American Musical Theater. The study of proper vocal technique, stage presence, and stage movement are also stressed. The student may receive credit for this course for a maximum of four semesters. This course is repeatable as per Title 5, section 55041(a)(1). (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 36A Class Piano


    Units: 1
    This course is designed for the student who wishes to play the piano for enjoyment and pleasure or who needs to use the instrument as a future elementary school teacher. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 36B Class Piano


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 36A Class Piano  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the continuation of Class Piano with an emphasis on scales, left hand accompaniment models and an introduction to compound time signatures. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 36C Class Piano


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 36B Class Piano  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of Class Piano with an emphasis on Alberti bass and waltz patterns, minor scales and intermediate level pieces from composers including Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 36D Class Piano


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 36C Class Piano  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of Class Piano with an emphasis on pieces that require independence of both hands, harmonizing melodies, improvisation and technical exercises for building technique. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 38A Class Piano for Music Majors I


    Units: 1
    This course is an introduction to basic keyboard skills for students majoring in music. Emphasis will be on five-finger positions, primary chord progressions and pieces with basic harmony. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 38B Class Piano for Music Majors II


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 38A Class Piano for Music Majors I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of 38A with an emphasis on scales, arpeggios, sight-reading, accompaniment patterns and easy classical pieces. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 38C Class Piano for Music Majors III


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 38B Class Piano for Music Majors II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of 38B with an emphasis on intermediate level literature with a variety of accompaniments and further development of technical skills, chord progressions and scales. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 38D Class Piano for Music Majors IV


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 38C Class Piano for Music Majors III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of 38C and will emphasize repertoire at the level of Bach two-part inventions and Clementi Sonatinas. The student will be given a mock piano proficiency exam. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 40A Applied Music


    Units: 0.5-2
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed for individual, applied study of the student`s principal performing medium and is an integral component for the developing musician.  The course focuses on development of individual performance skills, as well as solo and orchestral repertoire for the first semester Music Major.  The student completes a minimum of fifteen private lessons per semester and one hour of class instruction per week. Audition is required. All music majors are expected to continue progress toward the completion of the degree through enrollment in a large ensemble and the Music Theory sequence (MUSIC 3A, 3B, 3C, or 3D). Students out of the Music Theory sequence may substitute MUSIC 1, 36, or 38 until such time they can re-enter the Music Theory sequence. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 160)
  
  • MUSIC 40B Applied Music


    Units: 0.5-2
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 40A Applied Music  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed for individual, applied study of the student’s principal performing medium and is an integral component for the developing musician.  The course focuses on development of individual performance skills, as well as solo and orchestral repertoire for the second semester music major.  The student completes a minimum of fifteen private lessons per semester and one hour of class instruction per week.  All music majors are expected to continue progress toward the completion of the degree through enrollment in a large ensemble and the Music Theory sequence (Music 3A, 3B, 3C, or 3D). Students out of the Music Theory sequence may substitute Music 1, Music 36, or Music 38 until such time they can re-enter the Music Theory sequence. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 160)
  
  • MUSIC 40C Applied Music


    Units: 0.5-2
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 40B Applied Music  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed for individual, applied study of the student’s principal performing medium and is an integral component for the developing musician. The course focuses on development of individual performance skills, as well as solo and orchestral repertoire for the third semester music major.  The student completes a minimum of fifteen private lessons per semester and one hour of class instruction per week.  All music majors are expected to continue progress toward the completion of the degree through enrollment in a large ensemble and the Music Theory sequence (MUSIC 3A, 3B, 3C, or 3D). Students out of the Music Theory sequence may substitute MUSIC 1, 36, or 38 until such time they can re-enter the Music Theory sequence. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 160)
  
  • MUSIC 40D Applied Music


    Units: 0.5-2
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 40C Applied Music  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is designed for individual, applied study of the student’s principal performing medium and is an integral component for the developing musician. The course focuses on development of individual performance skills, as well as solo and orchestral repertoire for the fourth semester music major.  The student completes a minimum of fifteen private lessons per semester and one hour of class instruction per week. All music majors are expected to continue progress toward the completion of the degree through enrollment in a large ensemble and the Music Theory sequence (MUSIC 3A, 3B, 3C, or 3D). Students out of the Music Theory sequence may substitute MUSIC 1, 36, or 38 until such time they can re-enter the Music Theory sequence. (UC, CSU, C-ID MUS 160)
  
  • MUSIC 41 Introduction to Media Arts, Music and Recording Technology


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MUSIC 1 .
    This course is a survey of current trends and tools in media production. Topics include music notation, sequencing and Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), audio recording, editing, synthesis, multimedia, content authoring, Internet applications, terminology, and career paths in the media industry. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 42A Audio Recording Techniques I


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MUSIC 1 .
    This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of studio recording. Topics covered include: acoustics and the physical properties of sound, basic recording techniques, studio protocol, mixing consoles, microphone selection and placement, multi-track recording, audio processing, mixing, and current industry production values. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 42B Audio Recording Techniques II


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 42A Audio Recording Techniques I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This is the second course in the recording series. This lecture and “hands-on” lab class builds on topics covered in MUSIC 42A . It focuses on digital recording techniques, large format mixing consoles, basic and advanced microphone placement, session procedures, and mixdown. The entire recording process is covered from preproduction to mastering. Students gain experience by performing tracking, overdub, and mixing sessions. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 44 Audio Postproduction Techniques


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MUSIC 42A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the study of the techniques for audio production and audio post-production for movie and video soundtracks, radio and television programming, commercials, and video games. Topics include voice over, automatic dialogue replacement (ADR), Foley recording, dialog editing, music editing, surround sound mixing, sound effects, capturing and processing audio effects, and audio processing techniques. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 45 Songwriting and Concept Development


    Units: 3
    Advisories: MUSIC 1  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the study of songwriting and concept development from initial idea to its realization in a musical style. Topics include: developing marketable ideas, analysis of target markets, characteristics of diverse musical styles, steps in adapting ideas to styles, song writing and arranging. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 50H Special Studies: Music


    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 3A Music Theory and Musicianship I  with a grade of “B” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and Dean.
    This course is open to all the student qualified to do advanced work in the field. The course includes research, directed reading, field work or other advanced study. (CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 51A Woodwind Ensemble I


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of woodwind literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform woodwind ensemble literature of at least grade 3. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 51B Woodwind Ensemble II


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 51A Woodwind Ensemble I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of woodwind literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform woodwind ensemble literature of at least grade 4. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 51C Woodwind Ensemble III


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 51B Woodwind Ensemble II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of woodwind literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform woodwind ensemble literature of at least grade 5. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 51D Woodwind Ensemble IV


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 51C Woodwind Ensemble III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of woodwind literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform woodwind ensemble literature including grade 6 (advanced collegiate and professional difficulty music). The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 52A Brass Ensemble I


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of brass literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform brass ensemble literature of at least grade 3. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 52B Brass Ensemble II


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 52A Brass Ensemble I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of brass literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform brass ensemble literature of at least grade 3.5. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 52C Brass Ensemble III


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 52B Brass Ensemble II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of brass literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform brass ensemble literature of at least grade 4.5. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 52D Brass Ensemble IV


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: MUSIC 52C Brass Ensemble III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of brass literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform brass ensemble literature including grade 6 (advanced collegiate and professional difficulty music). The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
  
  • MUSIC 53A Percussion Ensemble I


    Units: 1
    Limitations on Enrollment: Qualified Performer.
    This course is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of percussion literature for various combinations of duets, trios, quartets and larger chamber ensembles. Students in this course will perform percussion ensemble literature of at least grade 3 and will be introduced to the primary percussion instruments of snare drum, mallet instruments, and timpani. The course includes sight-reading and public performance. (UC, CSU)
 

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