Course Descriptions and Objectives

MATH 094 - Algebra for Precalculus 2

1. Use multiple representations of functions; graph functions; find domains of functions; use and interpret function notation, difference quotients, and average rate of change; and create mathematical models using functions.
2. Perform algebraic operations on polynomials; factor polynomials (using grouping, special products, and greatest common factor); and solve polynomial equations and related applied problems.
3. Graph quadratic functions, model real-world situations using quadratic equations, and solve quadratic equations and related applied problems using: square roots, completing the square, the quadratic formula, and technology.
4. Perform algebraic operations and simplify radical and rational functions, rationalize denominators of radical functions, simplify complex rational expressions, and solve radical and rational equations and related applied problems involving proportions and similar triangles.
5. Use the Pythagorean Theorem, distance formula, midpoint formula, and absolute value function (including its algebraic definition) to solve equations, absolute-value inequalities, and related applied problems, with and without use of technology.
6. Use exponential and logarithmic functions, properties of exponents, and properties of logarithms to solve equations and applied problems, with and without use of technology.
7. Demonstrate mathematical solutions to problems and interpret results.

MATH 097 - Algebra for Precalculus

1. Use multiple representations of functions; graph functions; find domains of functions; use and interpret function notation, difference quotients, and average rate of change; and create mathematical models using functions.
2. Perform algebraic operations on polynomials; factor polynomials (using grouping, special products, and greatest common factor); and solve polynomial equations and related applied problems.
3. Graph quadratic functions, model real-world situations using quadratic equations, and solve quadratic equations and related applied problems using: square roots, completing the square, the quadratic formula, and technology.
4. Perform algebraic operations and simplify radical and rational functions, rationalize denominators of radical functions, simplify complex rational expressions, and solve radical and rational equations and related applied problems involving proportions and similar triangles.
5. Use the Pythagorean Theorem, distance formula, midpoint formula, and absolute value function (including its algebraic definition) to solve equations, absolute-value inequalities, and related applied problems, with and without use of technology.
6. Use exponential and logarithmic functions, properties of exponents, and properties of logarithms to solve equations and applied problems, with and without use of technology.
7. Demonstrate solutions to problems and interpret results.

MATH& 107 - Mathematics in Society

1. Construct mathematical models for a variety of situations, using linear, quadratic, exponential, or logarithmic relationships.
2. Solve financial applications, using the appropriate formula or mathematical model.
3. Read, interpret, and verbalize information when it is presented in tables, graphs, or by numerical measurements.
4. Summarize and tabulate data by tables, graphs, or by numerical measurements.
5. Calculate probabilities using basic probability rules.
6. Compute basic statistics, including the mean, standard deviation, and normal distribution.
7. Solve application problems and express solutions clearly.

MATH 140 - Business Precalculus

1. Develop and evaluate mathematical models for business using linear, quadratic, exponential, simple rational, and logistic functions in symbolic, graphical, written, and numerical representations.
2. Perform basic function operations.
3. Solve equations arising from the mathematical models using multiple symbolic and graphical techniques.
4. Develop and evaluate mathematical models for business relationships involving simple and compound interest (i.e., savings, loans, annuities, and mortgages).
5. Develop and evaluate matrix models of business situations involving linear systems of equations and input-output matrices.
6. Perform basic matrix operations.
7. Solve a system of equations using multiple symbolic and graphical techniques.

MATH& 141 - Precalculus I

1. Solve problems involving the concept of a function and the related concepts of domain, range, symmetry, composition, and inverses using functions given in graphical, symbolic, or numerical form.
2. Graph (with and without the aid of technology) linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and interpret these graphs, identifying, locating, and communicating important graphical features.
3. Use algebra to determine the real and complex zeros of polynomial and rational functions and be able to relate this information to their graphs.
4. Solve equations and inequalities involving involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions using both graphical and algebraic methods, as well as technology.
5. Use the aforementioned functions to model situations described in words and solve applied problems.
6. Correctly use mathematical notation and language related to the concepts mentioned above.

MATH& 142 - Precalculus II

1. Evaluate trigonometric functions at values given in radians or degrees, using both right-angle and unit-circle approaches.
2. Identify and communicate important features of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions (including domains, ranges, symmetry, periods, and graphs) and important graphical features of conic sections.
3. Solve trigonometric equations using trigonometric identities, inverse trigonometric functions, algebra, and technology.
4. Prove trigonometric identities.
5. Translate between graphical and algebraic representations, between the Cartesian and parametric representations of equations and graphs, and between polar and rectangular coordinates.
6. Recognize and sketch graphs of equations given in polar coordinates.
7. Perform vector operations, including vector algebra and dot product.
8. Use parametric representation, trigonometric functions, right-triangle trigonometry, the Law of Sines, the Law of Cosines, and vectors to model situations given in words and to solve applied problems.
9. Express solutions clearly with correct use of mathematical notation and terminology.

MATH& 144 - Precalculus I and II

1. Solve problems involving an understanding of the concept of a function and the related concepts of domain, range, composition of functions and inverse functions; and demonstrate understanding of these concepts using functions given in graphical, symbolic, or numerical form.
2. Correctly use mathematical notation and language related to the above concepts.
3. Graph a variety of functions and be able to interpret their graphs.
4. Formulate and apply properties, graphs, and some appropriate applications of linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric functions.
5. Solve equations and inequalities involving the aforementioned functions, both graphically and algebraically.
6. Demonstrate how and when to use technology as a tool in solving equations and investigating the behavior of functions and graphs.
7. Construct equations and functions involving the aforementioned functions that model situations described in words.
8. Solve problems involving right triangle trigonometry, the law of sines, and the law of cosines.
9. Distinguish identities from conditional equations, apply trigonometric identities to solve equations, and prove identities algebraically.
10. Solve problems involving the main graphical features of conic sections and the relationships between their graphs and equations.
11. Solve problems involving unit circle trigonometry.
12. Translate between graphical and algebraic representations, between the Cartesian and parametric representations of equations and graphs, and between polar and rectangular coordinates.
13. Recognize and sketch graphs of equations given in polar coordinates.
14. Perform vector operations, including vector algebra and dot product.
15. Use the above abilities to solve word problems and to express solutions clearly with correct use of mathematical notation and terminology.

MATH& 146 - Introduction to Statistics

1. Distinguish between quantitative and categorical data.
2. Display categorical data using frequency tables and two-way tables.
3. Construct appropriate graphical displays of quantitative and categorical data by hand and using technology.
4. Compute appropriate summary statistics for quantitative variables.
5. Perform computations using the Normal model.
6. Construct and interpret scatterplots of bivariate quantitative data.
7. When appropriate, compute the correlation of two quantitative variables.
8. When appropriate, construct and interpret a linear regression model on two quantitative variables.
9. Interpret a residual plot.
10. Use random numbers to perform a simulation.
11. Appropriately use terms related to sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies.
12. Perform basic probability computations.
13. Compute the expected value and standard deviation of a random variable.
14. Perform computations with probability models, including the binomial model.
15. When appropriate, construct and interpret a confidence interval and perform a hypothesis test in situations involving: a. one proportion; b. two proportions; c. one mean; and d. two means.
16. When appropriate, use chi-square methods to perform: a. goodness-of-fit tests; b. tests of homogeneity; and c. tests of independence.

MATH& 148 - Business Calculus

1. Find slope, average rate of change, and instantaneous rate of change from a graph, equation, or data.
2. Estimate and calculate slopes of secant and tangent lines.
3. Estimate and interpret rates of change.
4. Find the derivative from a numerical, graphical, and algebraic viewpoint.
5. Apply derivative rules to find rate-of-change formulas.
6. Find and graph derivative functions.
7. Apply derivative formulas to solve business application problems.
8. Find extreme points and solve optimization problems.
9. Find and interpret inflection points.
10. Approximate area and accumulated change by using sums of rectangles.
11. Find and interpret general and specific antiderivatives.
12. Use numerical and graphical approaches to estimate definite integrals.
13. Use the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus to compute definite integrals.
14. Solve business application problems using integration.

MATH& 151 - Calculus I

1. Solve problems involving the concept of a limit using symbolic, graphical, and numerical techniques.
2. Solve problems involving the concept of the derivative using symbolic, graphical, and numerical techniques.
3. Interpret the meaning of the derivative in various contexts.
4. Use differentiation techniques (including the product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, and implicit differentiation) to compute derivatives.
5. Solve problems involving applications of the derivative by constructing functions and computing derivatives to model situations described by words.
6. Solve problems involving the relationship between the graph of a function and its derivatives.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the precise definition of a limit.
8. Express solutions to problems clearly with correct usage of mathematical notation and terminology.

MATH& 152 - Calculus II

1. Compute definite and indefinite integrals of the standard algebraic and transcendental functions.
2. Use integration techniques (including substitution, partial fractions, integration by parts, trigonometric substitution, and tables) to compute definite and indefinite integrals.
3. Evaluate improper integrals.
4. Compute approximations for definite integrals (using left-hand sum, right-hand sum, midpoint rule, trapezoid rule, or Simpson’s rule) given data in graphical or table form.
5. Compute approximations for definite integrals (using left-hand sum, right-hand sum, midpoint rule, trapezoid rule, or Simpson’s rule) of functions.
6. Apply the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
7. Use integrals to compute the average value of a function.
8. Use integrals to compute change in velocity given acceleration.
9. Use integrals to compute displacement and total distance traveled given velocity.
10. Use integrals to compute areas and volumes.
11. Use integrals to determine the length of a curve.
12. Use integrals to determine the work done on an object.
13. Use slope fields to analyze solutions of a differential equation.
14. Solve separable differential equations.
15. Model exponential growth and decay using differential equations.

MATH& 153 - Calculus III

1. Identify the different types of sequences and series.
2. Determine when a sequence or series is convergent or divergent.
3. Perform basic convergence tests (including the ratio test, comparison test, and integral test).
4. Compute the radius and interval of convergence for a power series.
5. Compute the Taylor Series expansion of a function.
6. Perform vector arithmetic computations.
7. Compute using vector components.
8. Perform vector operations (including dot product, cross product, and projections).
9. Find an equation of a line and plane using vector notation.
10. Differentiate and integrate vector-valued functions.
11. Find tangent and unit tangent vectors to a smooth curve at a point.
12. Compute curvature.
13. Find the unit normal and binormal vectors of a smooth curve defined by a vector-valued function.
14. Determine the tangential and normal components of the acceleration vector.
15. Convert points and equations between rectangular coordinates and polar coordinates.
16. Recognize and sketch graphs of equations in polar coordinates.
17. Construct graphs, find domains and ranges, and analyze continuity and differentiability of functions with two or more independent variables.
18. Write expressions for partial derivatives using limits.
19. Calculate partial derivatives using formulas.

MATH 155 - Special Topics: Mathematics

1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.

MATH 199 - Special Projects in Mathematics

1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.

MATH& 254 - Calculus IV

1. Apply the chain rule for multivariable functions.
2. Compute the gradient and apply it to find equations of tangent lines and planes and to compute directional derivatives for multivariable functions.
3. Find extreme values of multivariable functions, with or without constraints.
4. Compute and apply double and triple integrals.
5. Change variables in multiple integrals, including changing from rectangular coordinates to polar, cylindrical, or spherical coordinates.
6. Use vector and scalar fields appropriately, particularly when computing a gradient, curl, or divergence.
7. Use and compute line and surface integrals.
8. Apply Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.

MATH 255 - Special Topics: Mathematics

1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.

MATH 271 - Differential Equations

1. Classify ordinary differential equations (ODEs) and initial value problems (IVPs).
2. Use existence and uniqueness theorems and direction fields to describe the number and behavior of solutions to IVPs.
3. Solve first-order linear, separable, and exact ODEs and IVPs.
4. Model physical situations using first-order IVPs.
5. Solve second-order linear, homogeneous, and nonhomogenous equations by means of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters.
6. Model physical situations using second-order IVPs.
7. Use Laplace transforms to solve IVPs.
8. Use power series to compute series solutions to second-order linear ODEs and IVPs.

MATH 272 - Linear Algebra

1. Perform elementary row operations on a matrix to put it in row-echelon or reduced row-echelon form.
2. Apply the row reduction of an augmented matrix to solve systems of linear equations, as well as the equivalent vector and matrix forms for those systems.
3. Express the solution set of a nonhomogeneous system of linear equations in terms of a particular solution and the solution set of the corresponding homogeneous system.
4. Find the standard matrix of a linear transformation.
5. Perform the matrix operations of addition, scalar multiplication, and matrix multiplication.
6. Determine whether a given matrix is invertible.
7. Compute the inverse of a given nonsingular matrix.
8. Determine the dimension of and find a basis for a subspace of n-dimensional real space, given a spanning set.
9. Compute the determinant of a square matrix using row or column expansion.
10. Compute the determinant of a square matrix using properties of the determinant.
11. Apply Cramer’s rule to solve a system of linear equations.
12. Find bases for the null space and column space of a matrix, and for the kernel and range of a linear transformation.
13. Find coordinates of a vector with respect to a given basis.
14. Change the basis for a linear transformation.
15. Compute eigenvalues and eigenvectors for a matrix or linear transformation.
16. Diagonalize a transformation with distinct eigenvalues.
17. Use definitions and theorems to justify statements regarding any of the above concepts.

MATH 299 - Special Projects in Mathematics

1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.

ARAB 100 - Basic Arabic Grammar

1. Define and show understanding of basic grammatical concepts and terms of the English language so as to be able to compare and contrast these terms and concepts with those of the Arabic language.
2. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of grammar to apply to the speaking, reading, writing, and understanding of Arabic.

ARAB 121 - Arabic I

1. Distinguish and pronounce all Arabic sounds and write accurately from dictation.
2. Communicate messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and grammar structures by writing short essays in the target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, and institutions of the target language and culture.
6. Examine some of the differences between formal and spoken Arabic.
7. Compare and contrast Arabic culture to your own culture.

ARAB 122 - Arabic II

1. Expand on the basic understanding of sounds and letters, writing system and conversational skills in modern standard Arabic.
2. Converse in Modern standard Arabic about personal/common topics.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of and understanding of classical Arabic and local standard Arabic dialects.
4. Initiate social interaction with asking basic information and demonstrate understanding of basic cultural aspects in the Arab world.

ARAB 123 - Arabic III

1. Understand word vocabulary and verbs, common phrases and conversation, read, write and translate long and short texts.
2. Converse in modern standard Arabic about personal/common topics.
3. Demonstrate understanding of major differences between formal and spoken Arabic.
4. Demonstrate understanding of common elements of Arabic culture through literary works and film critics.

ASL& 121 - American Sign Language I

1. Comprehend content communicated in expressive ways to them in the target language.
2. Communicate complex messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Receptive skills for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary and grammar structures through expressive skills in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions and institutions of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

ASL& 122 - American Sign Language II

1. Explain more complex grammatical structures of ASL, such as pronoun/number combinations, contrastive structures, basic classifiers, and past and future tenses.
2. Demonstrate receptive and expressive signing skills in using conversational ASL.
3. Utilize conceptually accurate signs and idiomatic expressions.
4. Demonstrate the ability to initiate, conduct, and terminate short conversations in ASL using appropriate conversational regulator.
5. Use videos to critically observe and analyze their own signing skills.
6. Demonstrate an awareness of Deaf culture through contextual settings in class.

ASL& 123 - American Sign Language III

1. Explain more complex grammatical structures of ASL, such as pronoun/number combinations, contrastive structures, basic classifiers, and past and future tenses.
2. Demonstrate receptive and expressive signing skills in using conversational ASL.
3. Demonstrate the ability to initiate, conduct, and terminate short conversations in ASL using appropriate conversational regulator.
4. Use videos to critically observe and analyze their own signing skills.
5. Demonstrate an awareness of Deaf culture through contextual settings in class.

FRCH 100 - Basic French Grammar: Lab

1. Compare and contrast target language grammar to your own.
2. Improve accuracy and fluency as writers and speakers.
3. Use proper syntax and grammar with attention given to word choice and organization in the target language.
4. Acquire strategies for self-editing in the target language.
5. Test and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking in the target language

FRCH& 121 - French I

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary and grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH& 122 - French II

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH& 123 - French III

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH 198 - Individual Project in French

1. Demonstrate objectives as determined by supervision instructor.

FRCH 210 - Francophone Cultures:CD

1. Acquire and enhance cultural sensitivity and competence of the French speaking world.
2. Understand the impact of cultural differences within the French speaking nations.
3. Develop necessary foundation and tools to become culturally competent and acquire better understanding of the cultural and political challenges facing the French speaking world and multicultural workplaces.
4. Learn practical tools to reduce cross-cultural misunderstanding and encourage positive cross-cultural and working relationships.
5. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

JAPN 100 - Basic Japanese Grammar Lab

1. Compare target language grammar with students’ native language grammar.
2. Apply grammatical knowledge practically and critically.
3. Complete and analyze daily grammar exercises in the book and online.

JAPN& 121 - Japanese I

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN& 122 - Japanese II

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN& 123 - Japanese III

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN 198 - Individual Project in Japanese

1. Demonstrate objectives as determined by supervision instructor.

SPAN 100 - Basic Spanish Grammar: Lab

1. Compare and contrast target language grammar to your own.
2. Improve accuracy and fluency as writers and speakers.
3. Use proper syntax and grammar with attention given to word choice and organization in the target language.
4. Acquire strategies for self-editing in the target language.
5. Test and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking in the target language.

SPAN& 121 - Spanish I

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

SPAN& 122 - Spanish II

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

SPAN& 123 - Spanish III

1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

MUSC 101 - Music Fundamentals I

1. Identify and define common musical symbols and terms.
2. Identify and notate pitches on the staff- treble, alto, tenor and bass clefs.
3. Identify and write basic rhythms in simple and compound meters.
4. Construct major and minor scales.
5. Identify and notate all major and minor key signatures.
6. Identify and notate all diatonic simple intervals.
7. Identify/notate the following by ear: all simple intervals; major, natural minor, harmonic minor, and melodic minor scales; triads in root position; rhythms in simple time signatures; melodies on the first five notes of the major scale.
8. Play the following on piano: Major scales and primary chords; short piano pieces (level to be determined by student and instructor).

MUSC 102 - Music Fundamentals II

1. Demonstrate an intermediate fluency in the MUSC 101 course objectives.
2. Construct the following scale types using accidentals: Natural minor, harmonic minor, and melodic minor.
3. Identify and notate inverted triads, five types of seventh chords in root position and diatonic triads.
4. Identify/notate by ear the five types of seventh chords in root position.
5. Play the following on piano: minor scales and primary chords.

MUSC 103 - Music Fundamentals III

1. Demonstrate an advanced fluency in the MUSC 101 course objectives.
2. Construct the following scale types using accidentals: modes of major.
3. Identify and notate inverted triads, five types of seventh chords in inversion and inverted diatonic triads.
4. Identify/notate by ear the five types of seventh chords in root position and first inversion.
5. Play the following on piano: modes of the major scale and inverted diatonic triads.

MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation: CD

1. Demonstrate understanding of musical concepts and terminology of Western classical music.
2. Identify the contributions of the major composers of different styles and periods.
3. Aurally identify musical form, melody, texture, harmony and rhythm.
4. Relate music to aspects of culture within historical eras.
5. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

MUSC 106 - American Popular Music

1. Describe how national and international events shaped and influenced popular music in the United States.
2. Recall how various musical genres and styles led to the development of other musical styles.
3. Analyze the processes and institutions that popularize music.
4. Describe music using commonly accepted terminology.
5. Discuss how different cultures and subcultures influenced popular music over the past 150 years.
6. Contrast and compare the most prominent figures in American popular music from the last 150 years.

MUSC 107 - Survey of Jazz History: CD

1. List and describe the basic elements of music that are present in jazz.
2. List and describe the major stylistic features of each of the major eras of jazz history.
3. Describe the geographical and socioeconomic conditions that affected the development of jazz in America.
4. Identify, through excerpted listening, various styles of jazz music, including Dixieland, blues, ragtime, swing, bebop, cool, and other contemporary genres.
5. Articulate biographical knowledge of major contributors to each style of jazz.
6. Identify typical instrumentation for each style of jazz.
7. Describe the social inequities that existed due to prejudice, discrimination, gender and social class in the evolution of jazz.
8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

MUSC 111 - Class Guitar

1. Identify the parts of the guitar.
2. Tune the guitar.
3. Define and identify basic rhythms, scales and chords.
4. Demonstrate proper right and left hand technique.
5. Perform basic open and barre chords and chord progressions.
6. Read basic to intermediate tablature, and identify block chords, arpeggiating chords, and scales.
7. Define the components of contemporary song form.
8. Perform in basic guitar styles.

MUSC 112 - Class Guitar

1. Identify the parts of the guitar.
2. Tune the guitar.
3. Define and identify basic rhythms, scales and chords.
4. Demonstrate proper right and left hand technique.
5. Perform basic open and barre chords and chord progressions.
6. Read basic to intermediate tablature, and identify block chords, arpeggiating chords, and scales.
7. Define the components of contemporary song form.
8. Perform in basic guitar styles.

MUSC 113 - Class Guitar

1. Identify the parts of the guitar.
2. Tune the guitar.
3. Define and identify basic rhythms, scales and chords.
4. Demonstrate proper right and left hand technique.
5. Perform basic open and barre chords and chord progressions.
6. Read basic to intermediate tablature, and identify block chords, arpeggiating chords, and scales.
7. Define the components of contemporary song form.
8. Perform in basic guitar styles.

MUSC 114 - Class Piano

1. Read standard keyboard notation.
2. Perform music at the keyboard using proper technique.
3. Play keyboard in an ensemble environment.

MUSC 115 - Class Piano

1. Read standard keyboard notation.
2. Perform music at the keyboard using proper technique.
3. Play keyboard in an ensemble environment.

MUSC 116 - Class Piano

1. Read standard keyboard notation.
2. Perform music at the keyboard using proper technique.
3. Play keyboard in an ensemble environment.

MUSC 117 - Class Voice

1. Match pitch in an ensemble setting.
2. Identify and articulate an understanding of healthy vocal technique.
3. Sing solos from memory in front of an audience.

MUSC 118 - Class Voice

1. Match pitch in an ensemble setting.
2. Identify and articulate an understanding of healthy vocal technique.
3. Sing solos from memory in front of an audience.

MUSC 119 - Class Voice

1. Match pitch in an ensemble setting.
2. Identify and articulate an understanding of healthy vocal technique.
3. Sing solos from memory in front of an audience.

MUSC 126 - Introduction to Electronic Music

1. Identify the basic components and equipment used in a recording or project studio.
2. Demonstrate the basic principles of acoustics and digital audio theory.
3. Summarize common synthesis and digital audio processing techniques.
4. Describe sounds using commonly accepted terminology.
5. Summarize the evolution of electronic music and instruments from 1900 to the present.
6. Identify the most prominent figures in electroacoustic music from the last century.

MUSC 127 - Music Production 1

1. Set up and run small recording sessions.
2. Apply common mixing and mastering techniques to multi-track recordings.
3. Create original synthesizer and sampler software instruments.
4. Integrate music and sound design into video footage.
5. Identify common studio production techniques by ear.

MUSC 128 - Music Production 2

1. Make a significant contribution to a student’s own music production/composition portfolio.
2. Produce music using a variety of techniques available in Edmonds CC’s Digital Music Studios.
3. Thoughtfully critique audio and music works by their peers.
4. Present their original work to a panel of their peers.

MUSC 129 - Music Production 3

1. Make a significant contribution to a student’s own music production/composition portfolio.
2. Produce music using a variety of intermediate techniques available in Edmonds CC’s Digital Music Studios.
3. Thoughtfully critique audio and music works by their peers.
4. Present their original work to a panel of their peers at the reinforcement level.
5. Demonstrate current production techniques that they observe from contemporary music.

MUSC 133 - Jazz Band

1. Perform traditional jazz styles appropriately.
2. Sight read music at intermediate level.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate basic approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at least at a basic level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 134 - Jazz Band

1. Perform traditional swing and Latin jazz styles appropriately.
2. Sight read music at advanced-intermediate level.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate intermediate approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at an intermediate level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 135 - Jazz Band

1. Perform swing, Latin and contemporary jazz styles appropriately.
2. Sight read music at an advanced level.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate advanced approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at an advanced level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 138A - Chamber Ensemble: Jazz

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138B - Chamber Ensemble: Voice

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138C - Chamber Ensemble: Wdwnd

This course offers students the opportunity to participate in small ensembles, such as jazz combos, classical chamber groups, percussion ensemble, etc. Ensembles are arranged between students and faculty on a quarter by quarter basis. Course may be repeated for credit.

 
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138D - Chamber Ensemble: Brass

This course offers students the opportunity to participate in small ensembles, such as jazz combos, classical chamber groups, percussion ensemble, etc. Ensembles are arranged between students and faculty on a quarter by quarter basis. Course may be repeated for credit.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138E - Chamber Ensemble: Strings

This course offers students the opportunity to participate in small ensembles, such as jazz combos, classical chamber groups, percussion ensemble, etc. Ensembles are arranged between students and faculty on a quarter by quarter basis. Course may be repeated for credit.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138F - Chamber Ensemble: Perc

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC 138G - Chamber Ensemble: Comp

1. Perform small group repertoire at a beginning/intermediate level demonstrating appropriate style.
2. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the ensemble.
3. Demonstrate beginning/intermediate sight-reading skill.

MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I

1. Identify and notate pitches, intervals, and major and minor scales in treble, alto, tenor, and bass clefs.
2. Recognize and utilize various simple and compound time signatures.
3. Identify and notate all diatonic triads and 7th chords in root position and inversion.
4. Analyze diatonic musical excerpts using Roman numerals and inversions symbols.
5. Demonstrate proper voice-leading technique.
6. Identify the following by ear: major and minor scales, all simple melodic and harmonic intervals, and root position triads.
7. Sight-sing examples in simple time signatures and major keys, with stepwise melodies and skips from the tonic triad.
8. Perform at the piano any pitch, interval, or diatonic scale and chord.

MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II

1. Write in 4-part chorale style using triads in root position, first inversion, and second inversion.
2. Analyze 4-part chorale style writing, and locate spelling, spacing, doubling, and voice-leading errors.
3. Draw from memory the diagrams of usual harmonic progressions, and create harmonic progressions that follow the diagrams.
4. Harmonize a melody in 4-part chorale style.
5. Identify and label phrases, cadences, and periods in written music.
6. Identify and notate the following by ear: triads in inversion; five types of seventh chords in root position; conjunct melodies; melodies with simple skips from the tonic and dominant triads; and harmonic progressions of two chords in major and minor keys.
7. Sight-sing examples with the following parameters: simple and compound time signatures; major and minor keys; and stepwise melodies and skips from the tonic and dominant triads.
8. Play the following on piano: five types of seventh chords in root position; scales and modes; diatonic triads in major and minor; all part-writing assignments; 4-part voicings of triads, and triads in inversion.

MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III

1. Write in 4-part chorale style using diatonic triads and seventh chords in root position and any inversion.
2. Analyze 4-part chorale style writing, and locate spelling, spacing, doubling, and voice-leading errors.
3. Analyze and realize figured bass lines incorporating diatonic triads and seventh chords in root positions and any inversion.
4. Add and label non-chord tones to a 4-part chorale.
5. Identify and notate the following by ear: triads in four parts (any inversion); five types of seventh chords in any inversion; melodic dictation (longer diatonic melodies with more and larger skips); harmonic dictation (progressions of three and six diatonic chords in major and minor keys); and notation of soprano, bass, and roman numerals.
6. Sight-sing examples with the following parameters: simple and compound time signatures; major and minor keys in treble, alto, tenor, and bass clefs; and stepwise melodies and skips from the tonic triad, the dominant triad, and the dominant seventh chord.
7. Play the following on piano: five types of seventh chords in any inversion; scales and modes; and diatonic triads and seventh chords in major and minor, all part-writing assignments.

MUSC 146 - Sno-King Chorale

1. Perform the fundamentals of chorale singing including techniques in breathing, phrasing, diction and phonation.
2. Demonstrate correct pronunciation of foreign languages while singing.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of chorale literature in cultural and historical contexts.
4. Perform ensemble singing techniques including dynamics, color tone, and the use of vibrato.
5. Demonstrate proficiency in stage presence and public performance decorum.

MUSC 147 - Symphonic Choir

1. Demonstrate appropriate use of breath support, resonance and diction.
2. Sing a variety of choral music with appropriate style and tone.
3. Sing in foreign languages.
4. Demonstrate the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music.
5. Demonstrate skill in reading choral music.

MUSC 148 - Symphonic Choir

1. Demonstrate appropriate use of breath support, resonance and diction.
2. Sing a variety of choral music with appropriate style and tone.
3. Sing in foreign languages.
4. Demonstrate the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music.
5. Demonstrate skill in reading choral music.

MUSC 149 - Symphonic Choir

1. Demonstrate appropriate use of breath support, resonance and diction.
2. Sing a variety of choral music with appropriate style and tone.
3. Sing in foreign languages.
4. Demonstrate the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music.
5. Demonstrate skill in reading choral music.

MUSC 150A - Applied Music: Piano

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150B - Applied Music: Voice

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150C - Applied Music: Woodwinds

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150D - Applied Music: Brass

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150E - Applied Music: Strings

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150F - Applied Music: Percussion

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 150G - Applied Music: Composition

1. Sing or play with accurate rhythm.
2. Read music (pitches and rhythm) at a level appropriate to development.
3. Play or sing with accurate pitches and tone production at a level appropriate to development.
4. Perform expressively and with attention to appropriate style.

MUSC 155 - Special Topics: Music

1. Identify prominent figures, techniques, ideas, or styles, within the particular subject, along with their impact(s).
2. Compare/contrast the particular subject with alternatives.
3. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation.

MUSC 160 - Jazz Workshop

1. Perform traditional jazz styles appropriately.
2. Memorize basic jazz repertoire.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate beginning approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at a beginning level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 161 - Jazz Workshop

1. Perform traditional jazz styles appropriately.
2. Memorize basic jazz repertoire.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate beginning approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at a beginning level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 162 - Jazz Workshop

1. Perform traditional jazz styles appropriately.
2. Memorize basic jazz repertoire.
3. Play with rhythmic and dynamic sensitivity to the other members of the band.
4. Demonstrate beginning approach to jazz articulation and phrasing.
5. Improvise at a beginning level within given modes and chords.

MUSC 170 - Jazz and Pop Harmony

1. Perform all triads and seventh chords at the keyboard or guitar.
2. Aurally recognize standard harmonic progressions in jazz and popular songs.
3. Perform standard harmonic progressions at the keyboard or on the guitar.
4. Aurally recognize AABA song forms and 12-bar blues forms in jazz and popular songs.
5. Create a functional bass line under jazz and pop progressions.

MUSC 171 - Soundsation Vocal Jazz Choir

1. Demonstrate appropriate technique, tone production, stylization and improvisation in jazz.
2. Demonstrate behavior commensurate with being in a professional performing ensemble.
3. Prepare appropriately for rehearsal and performance.
4. Discuss jazz performers/styles through focused, critical listening.

MUSC 172 - Soundsation Vocal Jazz Choir

1. Reinforce appropriate technique, tone production, stylization and improvisation in jazz.
2. Reinforce behavior commensurate with being in a professional performing ensemble.
3. Demonstrate ability to prepare solo jazz literature for performance.
4. Discuss jazz performers/styles through focused, critical listening.

MUSC 173 - Soundsation Vocal Jazz Choir

1. Master appropriate technique, tone production, stylization and improvisation in jazz.
2. Master behavior commensurate with being in a professional performing ensemble.
3. Demonstrate competency in preparing lead sheets for solo performance using music notation software.
4. Master the ability to identify jazz performers/styles through focused, critical listening.

MUSC 180 - Concert Band

1. Demonstrate good tone production through proper air support and technique.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music through performance.
3. Sight-read instrumental music.
4. Perform a variety of instrumental music using appropriate style and tone.

MUSC 181 - Concert Band

1. Demonstrate good tone production through proper air support and technique.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music through performance.
3. Sight-read instrumental music.
4. Perform a variety of instrumental music using appropriate style and tone.

MUSC 182 - Concert Band

1. Demonstrate good tone production through proper air support and technique.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between printed music and the expressive intent of the music through performance.
3. Sight-read instrumental music.
4. Perform a variety of instrumental music using appropriate style and tone.

MUSC 190 - Introduction to Audio Production

1. Identify the basic components and equipment used in a recording or project studio.
2. Demonstrate the basic principles of acoustics and digital audio theory.
3. Set up and run small recording sessions.
4. Apply common mixing and mastering techniques to multi-track recordings.

MUSC 198 - Individual Project in Music

1. Demonstrate understanding of the research area determined at the start of the course.
2. Showcase their original musical work in a tangible format.
3. Show awareness of new musical topics, ideas, and techniques.

MUSC 199 - Special Projects in Music

1. Determine their own objectives in conference with the instructor; these objectives will form the basis upon which the student will be assessed.
2. Produce work through the opportunity to use independent exploration and expression in a focused area of need or interest.
3. Develop specific skills or techniques within the field of music.

MUSC 200 - Music Production 1 Lab

1. Set up and run small recording sessions.
2. Apply common mixing and mastering techniques to multi-track recordings.
3. Create original synthesizer and sampler software instruments.
4. Integrate music and sound design into video footage.
5. Complete a full-length original audio composition/production.
6. Identify common studio production techniques by ear.

MUSC 211 - Class Guitar

1. Define and identify advanced rhythms, scales and chords.
2. Recognize key signatures in the circle of fifths.
3. Recognize the relationship between chord scale and key signature.
4. Recognize chord and scale positions in a key or mode.
5. Perform advanced open and barre chords and chord progressions.
6. Read advanced tablature, and identify block chords, arpeggiating chords, and scales.
7. Define the components of contemporary song form.
8. Perform in advanced guitar styles.