Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTC101 | Introduction to Music Theory | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | ||
| MUC191 | Electronic Music I | 3 | |||
| MUC195 or MUC195AA |
Studio Music Recording I or Studio Music Recording I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC197 | Live Sound Reinforcement I | 3 | |||
| MUC192 | Electronic Music II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC191.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | Prerequisites or Corequisites: MUC195, or MUC195AA, or FMP105, or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC196 or MUC196AA |
Studio Music Recording II or Studio Music Recording II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC195 or MUC195AA. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC195 or MUC195AA.View requisites | 3 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | In consultation with Program Advisor | 0–3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC109 | Music Business: Content Creation and Copyright | 3 | |||
| MUC194 | Audio Mixing Techniques | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC111 and MUC196, or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | In consultation with Program Advisor | 3 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | In consultation with Program Advisor | 0–3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC110 or MUC145 |
Music Business: Marketing and Monetization or Recording Studio Business Operations | 2–3 | |||
| MUC296WA or MUC297AA or MUC298AA |
Cooperative Education or Audio Production Internship or Special Projects | Prerequisites: Completion of 12 college credits, min 2.6 gpa and obtain a position related to academic or career goals or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: At least 1 class related to major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor. or Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. or Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.View requisites | 1 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | In consultation with Program Advisor | 3 |
Restricted Electives
Students must select a total of nine (9) credits from the list below in consultation with an academic advisor.
NOTE: at least one (1) of the following courses must be completed: MTC291, MUC289, MUC292, or MUC295.
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC193 | Computer-Based Sound Synthesis | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC191 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC281 | Electronic Music III | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC192.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC112 | Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC111, and (MUC195 or MUC195AA).View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 | |||
| MUC198 | Live Sound Reinforcement II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC197.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC222 | Sound Design II | Prerequisites: MUC122. Prerequisites or Corequisites: MUC111, or MUC191, or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC289 | Live Sound Reinforcement III | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC198.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC292 | Sound Design III | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC222, or permission of Instructor.View requisites | 3 | ||
| MUC295 | Studio Music Recording III | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC196 and (MUC111 or permission of Instructor).View requisites | 3 |
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.