Program Information
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Course Sequence
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Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Type
- Certificate of Completion (CCL)
- Academic Plan
- Beginning Piano Pedagogy (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5743
- Total Credits Required
- Catalog Year
- 2026-2027
Program Prerequisites
Acceptance into the program and permission of Program Director required.
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.
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTC105 or MTC155 or MTC205 or MTC255 |
Music Theory/Aural Perception I or Music Theory/Aural Perception II or Music Theory/Aural Perception III or Music Theory IV | The chosen class level should be taken upon recommendation of the class instructor. | 3 | |
| MUP181 | Chamber Music Ensembles | Two semesters of the course is required. May be repeated for credit | 1 | |
| MUP102AD and MUP152AD and MUP202AD and MUP252AD |
Private Instruction: Piano and Private Instruction: Piano and Private Instruction: Piano and Private Instruction: Piano |
MUP102AD AND/OR MUP152AD AND/OR MUP202AD AND/OR MUP252AD Total of four (4) credits required. Courses may be repeated for credit. |
8 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUP140 | Elementary Piano Pedagogy | 2 | ||
| MUP181 | Chamber Music Ensembles | Two semesters of the course is required. May be repeated for credit | 1 | |
| MUP240 | Piano Literature | 2 | ||
| MUP298AA | Special Projects | 1 | ||
| MUP298AB | Special Projects | 2 |
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Disclaimer
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.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award at .
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Beginning Piano Pedagogy