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 Pathway Planner 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 | 3 | |||
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | 3 | |||
| MUC196 or MUC196AA |
Studio Music Recording II or Studio Music Recording II | 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 | 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 | 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 | 3 | |||
| MUC281 | Electronic Music III | 3 | |||
| MUC112 | Digital Audio Workstation II (DAW II) | 3 | |||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 | |||
| MUC198 | Live Sound Reinforcement II | 3 | |||
| MUC222 | Sound Design II | 3 | |||
| MUC289 | Live Sound Reinforcement III | 3 | |||
| MUC292 | Sound Design III | 3 | |||
| MUC295 | Studio Music Recording III | 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.