Program Information
Learn more about the Music Industry Studies program.
Course Sequence
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Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Type
- Certificate of Completion (CCL)
- Academic Plan
- Music Industry Studies: Audio Production Technologies (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5334
- Total Credits Required
- Catalog Year
- 2026-2027
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTC101 | Introduction to Music Theory | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | ||
| MUC191 | Electronic Music I | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC195 or MUC195AA |
Studio Music Recording I or Studio Music Recording I | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC111 | Digital Audio Workstation I (DAW I) | CS | 3 | ||
| MUC122 | Sound Design I | 3 | |||
| MUC196 or MUC196AA |
Studio Music Recording II or Studio Music Recording II | 3 | |||
| MUC197 | Live Sound Reinforcement I | 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 | |||
| MUC218 | 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 | 3 | |||
| MUC296WA or MUC297AA |
Cooperative Education or Audio Production Internship | 1 |
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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.
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
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Previous Catalog Years
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