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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 1 | |||
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 | |||
| CRW176 | Writing Narrative for Video Games | 3 | |||
| MUC195 | Studio Music Recording I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIS151 | Computer Game Development -Level I | 3 | |||
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | 3 | |||
| MUC222 | Sound Design II | 3 | |||
| MUC191 or MUC196 |
Electronic Music I or Studio Music Recording II | Must select MTC192 or MUC196 in term 3. or Must take MUC194 in term 3. | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC292 or MUC298AB |
Sound Design III or Special Projects | 2–3 | |||
| MUC192 or MUC194 or MUC196 |
Electronic Music II or Audio Mixing Techniques or Studio Music Recording II | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC100 | Introduction to Digital Arts | 1 | |||
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC195 | Studio Music Recording I | 3 | |||
| CIS151 | Computer Game Development -Level I | 3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | 3 | |||
| MUC222 | Sound Design II | 3 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRW176 | Writing Narrative for Video Games | 3 | |||
| MUC191 or MUC196 |
Electronic Music I or Studio Music Recording II | Must select MTC192 or MUC196 in term 3. or Must take MUC194 in term 3. | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC292 or MUC298AB |
Sound Design III or Special Projects | 2–3 | |||
| MUC192 or MUC194 or MUC196 |
Electronic Music II or Audio Mixing Techniques or Studio Music Recording II | 3 |
Course Area Key
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application