2021-2022 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Medical Assistant

  
  • MDCA 1265 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Medical/Clinical Assistant


    Credits: 2

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 14
  
  • MDCA 1313 - Medical Terminology


    Credits: 3

    A study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. Includes structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MDCA 1321 - Administrative Procedures


    Credits: 3

    Medical office procedures including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, interpersonal communications, bookkeeping tasks, coding, billing, collecting, third party reimbursement, Credit arrangements, and computer use in the medical office.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
  
  • MDCA 1343 - Medical Insurance


    Credits: 3

    Emphasizes medical office coding procedures for payment and reimbursement by patient or third party payers for ambulatory care settings.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 2
  
  • MDCA 1352 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures


    Credits: 3

    Application of governmental health care guidelines. Includes specimen collection and handling, quality assurance and quality control in performance of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)waived laboratory testing.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
  
  • MDCA 1372 - Electronic Medical Record Documentation for Scribes


    Credits: 3

    This course addresses the basics of history and physical documentation in the electronic medical record. Provides practical application utilizing dictation and/or activities developed for the scribe industry in an ambulatory care setting. Topics include fundamentals of the Electronic Medical Record related to billing and coding. The course prepares students for hands-on skills of medical scribing.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3
  
  • MDCA 1409 - Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Assistants


    Credits: 4

    Emphasis on normal human anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems with overview of common pathophysiology.

    Lecture: 4
    Lab: 0
  
  • MDCA 1417 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting


    Credits: 4

    Emphasis on patient-centered assessment, examination, and treatment as directed by physician. Includes vital signs, collection and documentation of patient information, asepsis, office clinical procedures, and other treatments as appropriate for the ambulatory care settings.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
  
  • MDCA 1448 - Pharmacology and Administration of Medications


    Credits: 4

    Instruction in concepts and application of pharmacological principles. Focuses on drug classifications, principles and procedures of medication administration, mathematical systems and conversions, calculation of drug problems, and medico-legal responsibilities of the medical assistant.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4

Medical Biotechnology

  
  • BITC 1240 - Quality Assurance for the Biosciences


    Credits: 2

    Quality assurance principles and applications. Includes quality control and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) regulations to the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and biomedical device industries.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): BITC 1302/1402: Biotechnology Laboratory Methods and Techniques; or departmental approval.
  
  • BITC 1402 - Biotechnology Laboratory Methods and Techniques


    Credits: 4

    Laboratory operations, management, equipment, instrumentation, quality control techniques, and safety procedures. Includes laboratory practice in using pH meters, spectrophotometers, preparing buffers and solutions, and performing measurements and separatory techniques.

     

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Biotechnology, college algebra, general chemistry, and Biology I or departmental approval.

  
  • BITC 1491 - Special Topics in Biological Technology/Technician (Biomanufacturing)


    Credits: 4

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

     

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3

  
  • BITC 2350 - Bioinformatics


    Credits: 3

    Current topics in bioinformatics, proteomics, and computational biology. Includes methods for high-throughput data collection, storing, and accessing biological data. Covers programs and algorithms used to analyze data.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): BITC 2411   or Deptment Approval.
  
  • BITC 2387 - Internship - Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician


    Credits: 3

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

     

     

    External: 9
    Prerequisite(s): Department approval.

  
  • BITC 2411 - Biotechnology Laboratory Instrumentation


    Credits: 4

    Theory, applications, and safe operation of various biotechnology-related analytical instruments. Addresses separation and identification techniques including electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BITC 1402  ; or Department approval.

     

  
  • BITC 2431 - Cell Culture Techniques


    Credits: 4

    Theory and applications of cell culture techniques. Laboratory emphasis on the principles and practices of applications such as initiation, cultivation, maintenance, and preservation of cell lines.

     

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BITC 2411  or Department approval.

  
  • BITC 2441 - Molecular Biology Techniques


    Credits: 4

    In-depth coverage of the theory and laboratory techniques in molecular biology with an emphasis on gene expression and regulation, recombinant DNA, and nucleic acids.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2320      and BIOL 2120    or Department approval.
  
  • BITC 2445 - Medical Biotechnology


    Credits: 4

    Biotechnology as it applies to medicine and medical research. Includes molecular mechanisms underlying diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and AIDS. Covers the applications of biotechnology to the diagnosis and treatment of disease as well as the development of drugs and therapeutic agents. Emphasizes research and medical-related biotechnology methods and laboratory procedures.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): All other ATC courses, BITC 1402  or Department approval.
  
  • BITC 2473 - Immunochemical Techniques


    Credits: 4

    Carry out Immunochemical methods and techniques, separation and identification of various blood cells, white blood cells and lymphocytes, performing immunoassays and Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assays, characterizing antibodies, antigen & antibody plating techniques, diagnosis of infectious diseases and metabolic disorders, Immunodiagnostic reagents.

     

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BITC 1402  , BIOL 2320  , BIOL 2120  , CHEM 1311  ,CHEM 1111   or Department approval.


Medical Laboratory

  
  • MLAB 1101 - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science


    Credits: 1

    Introduction to medical laboratory science, structure, equipment, and philosophy.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math.
  
  • MLAB 1127 - Coagulation


    Credits: 2

    A course in coagulation theory, procedures, and practical applications. Includes laboratory exercises which rely on commonly performed manual and semiautomatic methods.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1270 .
  
  • MLAB 1166 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician


    Credits: 1

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 10
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval; and MLAB 2270 , MLAB 2271 , MLAB 1211 .
  
  • MLAB 1167 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician


    Credits: 1

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 10
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval; and MLAB 1235 , MLAB 2331 .
  
  • MLAB 1211 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids


    Credits: 2

    An introduction to urinalysis and body fluid analysis, including the anatomy and physiology of the kidney, and physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 1231 - Parasitology/Mycology


    Credits: 2

    A study of the taxonomy, morphology, and pathogenesis of human parasites and fungi, including the practical application of laboratory procedures.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 1235 - Immunology/Serology


    Credits: 2

    An introduction to the theory and application of basic immunology, including the immune response, principles of antigen-antibody reactions, and the principles of serological procedures.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 1266 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician


    Credits: 2

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 15
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval; and MLAB 2270 , MLAB 2271 , MLAB 1211 .
  
  • MLAB 1267 - Practicum (or Field Experience) Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician


    Credits: 2

    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 15
    Prerequisite(s): Department Approval; and MLAB 2434 , MLAB 1231 .
  
  • MLAB 1270 - Hematology I


    Credits: 2

    Introduction to the theory and practical application of routine and special hematology procedures, both manual and automated, red blood cells and white blood cells maturation sequences, and normal and abnormal morphology and associated diseases. This course is the first part of a two-part course and concentrates on red cell disorders.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 1271 - Hematology II


    Credits: 2

    Introduction to the theory and practical application of routine and special hematology procedures, both manual and automated; red blood cells and white blood cells maturation sequences, and normal and abnormal morphology and associated diseases. This course is the second part of a two-part course and concentrates on white blood cell disorders.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 1371 - Registry Review


    Credits: 3

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math.
  
  • MLAB 2232 - Seminar in Medical Laboratory Technology


    Credits: 2

    Designed to reinforce didactic information with laboratory methodologies and to allow exploration of advanced techniques in medical laboratory technology

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college level reading, writing and math.
  
  • MLAB 2238 - Advanced Topics in Medical Laboratory Technician/Assistant


    Credits: 2

    This course examines the integration of all areas of the clinical laboratory and correlates laboratory test data with diagnostic applications and pathophysiology using critical thinking skills.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math.
  
  • MLAB 2270 - Clinical Chemistry I


    Credits: 2

    An introduction to the principles and procedures of various tests performed in Clinical Chemistry. Presents the physiological basis for the test, the principle and procedure for the test, and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. Also includes basic chemical laboratory technique, chemical laboratory safety, electrolytes and acid-base balance, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and NPNs.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1311  ; Admittance into the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
  
  • MLAB 2271 - Clinical Chemistry II


    Credits: 2

    An introduction to the principles and procedures of various tests performed in Clinical Chemistry. Presents the physiological basis for the test, the principle and procedure for the test, and the clinical significance of the test results, including quality control and normal values. Also includes basic chemical laboratory technique, chemical laboratory safety, electrolytes and acid-base balance, enzymes, cardiac, pancreatic, and liver function, vitamins and endocrinology.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): MLAB 2270 .
  
  • MLAB 2331 - Immunohematology


    Credits: 3

    A study of blood antigens and antibodies. Performance of routine blood banking procedures, including blood group and Rh typing, antibody screens, antibody identification, cross matching, elution, and absorption techniques. Presents quality control, basic laboratory technique and safety. Includes the principles, procedures and clinical significance of test results in genetics, blood group systems, pretransfusion testing, adverse effects of transfusions, donor selection and components, and hemolytic disease of the newborn.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1235 .
  
  • MLAB 2434 - (Clinical) Microbiology


    Credits: 4

    Instruction in the theory, practical application, and pathogenesis of clinical microbiology, including collection, setup, identification, susceptibility testing, and reporting procedures.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 4
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2120  and BIOL 2320 ; must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

  
  • PLAB 1173 - Phlebotomy


    Credits: 1

    Skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and universal precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens and quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, and accessioning. Topics include professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 2
    Prerequisite(s): Must be placed into college-level reading, writing and math

Medical Records Technology

  
  • MRMT 1307 - Medical Transcription I


    Credits: 3

    Fundamentals of medical transcription with hands-on experience in transcribing physician dictation including basic reports such as history, and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations, operative reports, and other medical reports compatible with industry standards. Designed to develop speed and accuracy.

    Lecture: 2
    Lab: 3

Music Business

  
  • MUSB 1305 - Survey of the Music Business


    Credits: 3

    An overview of the music industry including song writing, live performance, the record industry, music merchandising, contracts and licenses, and career opportunities.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MUSB 1341 - Concert Promotion and Venue Management


    Credits: 3

    A course in the basics of concert promotion and venue management including considerations in purchasing a club; concert promotion and advertising; talent buying; city codes; insurance; Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Regulation; American Society of Composers, Arrangers, and Publishers (ASCAP/BMI) licenses; personnel management; and concert production and administration.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 1
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 1391 - Special Topics in Music Business


    Credits: 3

    Students will define and implement a music marketing strategy that defines career goals and creates online branding; utilizes various forms of social media to enforce online presence, build fan base and drive sales in the digital environment. Students will also participate in a self-directed course of independent study that constitutes one hour per week. Proof of participation will be provided by submissions of blog posts that reflect a meaningful contribution each week.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2301 - Music Marketing


    Credits: 3

    A study of the methods of distribution, retailing, and wholesaling. Topics include the basics of purchasing, inventory control, shipping and receiving, returns, pricing and cost analysis, merchandising, retail display, sales promotion, advertising, security and shrinkage, personnel management, and relationships between retailers and distributors.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305 ;  MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2305 - Music Publishing


    Credits: 3

    A study of the administrative and marketing aspects of music publishing including the application of current copyright law, developing song writers, rights exploration, and royalty collection.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2309 - The Record Industry


    Credits: 3

    Overview of the record industry and the organization of large and small record companies. Emphasizes record company functions such as artist and repertoire (A & R), promotion, marketing, business affairs, and administration and distribution including Internet-based distribution.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305 .
  
  • MUSB 2345 - Live Music and Talent Management


    Credits: 3

    An examination of the role, scope, and activities of the talent manager including establishing the artist/manager relationship; planning the artist’s career; and developing goals, strategies, and tactics with an overall view of the live music business.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Prerequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2355 - Legal Aspects of the Entertainment Industry


    Credits: 3

    Copyright law and the various agreements used in the entertainment industry. Emphasizes contracts used by music publishers, record companies, artist managers, record producers, film and television producers, and booking agencies.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2380 - Cooperative Education-Music Business Management and Merchandising


    Credits: 3

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through an individualized agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 0
    External: 20
    Prerequisite(s): 12 Semester Credit Hours (SCH) of Music Business (MUSB courses) and Department Approval
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305  
  
  • MUSB 2381 - Cooperative Education-Music Management


    Credits: 3

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 0
    External: 20
    Prerequisite(s): 12 Semester Credit Hours (SCH) of Music Business (MUSB courses) and Department Approval
    Corequisite(s): MUSB 1305 .

Music Ensemble

  
  • MUEN 1121 - Symphonic Orchestra I


    Credits: 1

    Examples of major instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to concert band, marching band, collaborative piano, jazz band, and orchestra.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1122 - Symphonic Orchestra II


    Credits: 1

    Examples of major instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to concert band, marching band, collaborative piano, jazz band, and orchestra.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1124 - Symphonic Band


    Credits: 1

    The study of a wide variety of literature for wind, brass and percussion instruments through rehearsal and performance. Open to all students with instrumental music experience

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1125 - Symphonic Band


    Credits: 1

    The study of a wide variety of literature for wind, brass and percussion instruments through rehearsal and performance. Open to all students with instrumental music experience

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1127 - Major Jazz Ensemble I


    Credits: 1

    Large ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1128 - Major Jazz Ensemble II


    Credits: 1

    Large ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1130 - Guitar Ensemble I


    Credits: 1

    This course serves to enhance reading and performance skills through the practice and performance of technical exercises and ensemble pieces written specifically for the guitar.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1134 - Small Jazz Ensemble I


    Credits: 1

    Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1135 - Small Jazz Ensemble II


    Credits: 1

    Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1137 - Chamber Ensemble I


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to wind, string, percussion, piano, and mixed ensembles in various styles.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1138 - Chamber Ensemble II


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to wind, string, percussion, piano, and mixed ensembles in various styles.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1140 - Guitar Ensemble II


    Credits: 1

    This course serves to enhance reading and performance skills through the practice and performance of technical exercises and ensemble pieces written specifically for the guitar.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1141 - Concert Choir I


    Credits: 1

    Any large choral ensemble. The study of a wide variety of literature for voice and choir through rehearsal and performance, Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1142 - Concert Choir II


    Credits: 1

    Any large choral ensemble. The study of a wide variety of literature for voice and choir through rehearsal and performance, Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1154 - Show Choir I


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to show choir, glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 1155 - Show Choir II


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to show choir, glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2121 - Symphonic Orchestra III


    Credits: 1

    Examples of major instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to concert band, marching band, collaborative piano, jazz band, and orchestra.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2122 - Symphonic Orchestra IV


    Credits: 1

    Examples of major instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to concert band, marching band, collaborative piano, jazz band, and orchestra.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2124 - Symphonic Band


    Credits: 1

    The study of a wide variety of literature for wind, brass and percussion instruments through rehearsal and performance. Open to all students with instrumental music experience

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2125 - Symphonic Band


    Credits: 1

    The study of a wide variety of literature for wind, brass and percussion instruments through rehearsal and performance. Open to all students with instrumental music experience.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2127 - Major Jazz Ensemble III


    Credits: 1

    Large ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2128 - Major Jazz Ensemble IV


    Credits: 1

    Large ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2134 - Small Jazz Ensemble III


    Credits: 1

    Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2135 - Small Jazz Ensemble IV


    Credits: 1

    Small ensemble specializing in jazz improvisation and performance.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2137 - Chamber Ensemble III


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to wind, string, percussion, piano, and mixed ensembles in various styles.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2138 - Chamber Ensemble IV


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small instrumental ensembles may include but are not limited to wind, string, percussion, piano, and mixed ensembles in various styles.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2141 - Concert Choir III


    Credits: 1

    Any large choral ensemble. The study of a wide variety of literature for voice and choir through rehearsal and performance, Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2142 - Concert Choir IV


    Credits: 1

    Any large choral ensemble. The study of a wide variety of literature for voice and choir through rehearsal and performance, Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2154 - Show Choir III


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to show choir, glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUEN 2155 - Show Choir IV


    Credits: 1

    Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to show choir, glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. Open to non-majors. Performances required.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3

Music

  
  • MUSI 1116 - Sight Singing & Ear Training I


    Credits: 1

    Singing tonal music in treble and bass clefs, and aural study of elements of music, such as scales, intervals and chords, and dictation of basic rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1311 .
  
  • MUSI 1117 - Sight Singing & Ear Training II


    Credits: 1

    Singing tonal music in various clefs, continued aural study of the elements of music, and dictation of intermediate rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1312 .
  
  • MUSI 1160 - Italian Diction


    Credits: 1

    Study of Italian phonetic sounds to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 1161 - International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) for Singers


    Credits: 1

    A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing in English, Italian, German, and French.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
  
  • MUSI 1181 - Piano Class I


    Credits: 1

    Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students only. A skills course. Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1101 or Department Approval
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 1182 - Piano Class II


    Credits: 1

    Continuation of MUSI 1181 . Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 1183 - Voice Class I


    Credits: 1

    Class instruction in fundamentals of singing: tone production, breath production, diction and standard music repertoire. Designed for students with little or no previous vocal training.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUSI 1192 - Guitar Class


    Credits: 1

    This class is designed to provide students the fundamentals of guitar, aiding them as they learn or improve their reading of music. Consult with instructor concerning instrument availability. A knowledge of music is not required, but helpful. Open to all students.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
  
  • MUSI 1303 - Fundamentals of Music


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to the basic elements of music theory, including scales, intervals, keys, triads, elementary ear training, notation, meter, and rhythm. Course does not apply to a music major degree.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation


    Credits: 3

    A foundation course in understanding and enjoyment of music through the use of recorded music and song literature. Elements of music and analysis of music form and how they relate to compositional technique are explored. Open to all students. This course satisfies the Creative Arts or Component Area Option of the HCC core.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MUSI 1307 - Music Literature


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the styles and forms of music as it developed from the middle ages to the present. This course will familiarize the student with cultural context, terminology, genres, and notation. This course satisfies the Creative Arts or Component Area Option of the HCC Core.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MUSI 1310 - American Music


    Credits: 3

    General survey of various styles of music in America. Topics may include jazz, ragtime, folk, rock, and contemporary music. This course satisfies the Creative Arts or Component Area Option of the HCC Core.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
  
  • MUSI 1311 - Music Theory I


    Credits: 3

    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including fundamental music concepts, scales, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and early four-part writing. Analysis of small compositional forms. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1116 .
  
  • MUSI 1312 - Music Theory II


    Credits: 3

    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1117 
  
  • MUSI 2116 - Sight Singing & Ear Training III


    Credits: 1

    Singing more difficult tonal music in various clefs, aural study including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 2311 .
  
  • MUSI 2117 - Sight Singing & Ear Training IV


    Credits: 1

    Singing advanced tonal music and introduction of modal and post-tonal melodies. Aural study including dictation of advanced rhythm, melody, and harmony. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 2312 .
  
  • MUSI 2160 - German Diction


    Credits: 1

    Study of phonetic sounds of German to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 2161 - French Diction


    Credits: 1

    Study of phonetic sounds of French to promote ability to sing the language. Open to all vocal students.

    Lecture: 1
    Lab: 1
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 2181 - Piano Class III


    Credits: 1

    Continuation of MUSI 1182 . Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 2182 - Piano Class IV


    Credits: 1

    Continuation of MUSI 2181 . Required of majors. Open to non-majors.

    Lecture: 0
    Lab: 3
    Repeatable: May be repeated.
  
  • MUSI 2311 - Music Theory III


    Credits: 3

    Advanced harmony voice leading, score analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended-tertian structures. Required of majors.

    Lecture: 3
    Lab: 0
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 2116 
 

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