May 12, 2024

2022-2023 Catalog

2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Medical Assisting
	MA 161 - Phlebotomy Internship Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 4 Description: The internship will be structured to provide students experience in performing the duties of a Phlebotomist and prepare the student to be eligible to take the certification exam with the National Center for Competency Testing. Prerequisites: MA 115 with a minimum grade of 3.0 and completion within the last two months or consent of the department. HIT 104 . Corequisites: CIS 120 if not taken previously. MA 140 if not taken previously. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Communicate (verbally and nonverbally) effectively and appropriately in the workplace. (CORE ABILITY) (Assessed via proctor evaluation and/or daily journals) Utilize basic anatomy and medical terminology accurately in charting and patient communication. Perform laboratory procedures appropriate to specimen collection, handling and processing; utilizing and adhering to OSHA requirements such as MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and universal/standard precautions and institutional policies. Interpret verbal and written lab orders correctly. Provide patient care in a timely manner. Apply professional and procedural judgment in making decisions under stressful and/or emergency conditions, emergent demands and a distracting environment. Adhere to professional standards including but not limited to HIPAA, Schoolcraft College conduct guidelines and the policies and procedures of assigned clinical site/class/lab. Apply professional behavior during personal and patient interactions. Research job search strategies and career development for Phlebotomists. Develop a resume and cover letter.
	MA 175 - Medical Laboratory Techniques Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This course will provide an opportunity for the student to practice techniques to perform laboratory procedures. The student will practice preparing the patient for tests, collecting samples, completing the tests and reporting the results to the physician. The student will practice laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, hematology, bacteriology, chemistries and patient preps. Note: Students must begin MA 196 within six months of completing MA 175 and MA 180 . Prerequisites: HIT 104 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 115 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 140 with a minimum grade of 2.0. Corequisites: MA 180 Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Utilize laboratory medical terminology. Incorporate all forms of safety practices in the laboratory. Differentiate between normal and abnormal test results. Utilize a microscope. Name the basic parts of a microscope. Collect hematology, chemistry, immunology, urinalysis and microbiology specimens. Assemble test results using flow sheets. Justify accuracy of test results to patient. Evaluate the work environment for unsafe working conditions. Complete Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived hematology, chemistry, immunology, urinalysis and microbiology studies. Apply the basic principles of quality control used in a medical laboratory in all laboratory testing. Recognize implications for failure to comply with Center for Disease Control regulations. Perform quality control checks on testing equipment. Participate in blood borne pathogen training. Explain the proper preparation of patients for specific lab tests. Apply infection control and safety precautions at all times.
	MA 180 - Medical Office Clinical Procedures Credits: 4 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Lab Contact Hours: 3 Description: ENG 050 This course is designed to introduce the student to all clinical aspects of working in an ambulatory care setting. The following is a short list of what students will learn in this course: examination techniques (including vital signs), medication administration, minor surgery procedures, sterilization procedures, how to perform medical tests, first aid, maintenance of equipment and special dietary needs. Students will spend an additional three hours per week in a lab setting. Note: Students must begin MA 196 within six months of completing MA 175 and MA 180. Prerequisites: HIT 104 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 140 with a minimum grade of 2.0. CIS 120 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MATH 045 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or a minimum score of 16 ACT Math, 22 SAT Math, 60 CPT Math, or 220 NGA Quantitative Reasoning Algebra and Statistics. ENG 050 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or a minimum score of 15 ACT English, 22 SAT Writing and Language, 51 CPT Sentence Skills or 237 NGA Writing. COLLS 050 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or a minimum score of 15 ACT English, 22 SAT Writing and Language, 57 CPT Sentence Skills or 237 NGA Writing. Corequisites: HIT 114 if not taken previously. MA 155 if not taken previously. MA 175 . Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate the technique for obtaining body measurements. Apply the theories of sterile techniques. Demonstrate use of instruments. Demonstrate methods of infection control and safety. Administer medications (all routes). Demonstrate maintenance of equipment in the clinical area. Ensure documentation of all patient encounters. Identify special dietary needs. Simulate various medical tests, e.g. ECG’s, pulmonary function test. Identify the rules of medication administration. Apply First Aid procedures. Select proper sites for medication administration. Incorporate critical thinking skills when interacting with patients. Apply effective communication skills. Calculate proper dosages for medication administration. Support patients and providers before, during and after treatment. Perform compliance reporting.
	MA 196 - Office Practicum Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 Description: The student will participate in a 180-hour non-paid externship under the direction of a physician and/or the office manager or supervisor. The externship is structured to provide experience in performing administrative and clinical procedures in a physician office, clinic or ambulatory healthcare setting. The student will interact with other healthcare professionals performing and observing skills of a medical assistant. It is an opportunity that will allow a student to apply theory to practice. Prerequisites: HIT 114 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 155 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 175 with a minimum grade of 2.0. MA 180 with a minimum grade of 2.0. All students must complete the following prior to registering: background check, drug screen, physical and immunizations. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the skills of the general, clinical and administrative aspects of medical assisting. Assess the activities performed and observed while at the practicum site. Research job opportunities for medical assistants. Develop a resume and cover letter. Compile a medical office procedure manual. Complete the application for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination. Develop a preparation plan for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination. Complete a mock Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination. Apply legal implications.
Metallurgy and Materials Science
	MET 103 - Introduction to Materials Science Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This course provides a broad introduction to materials science. Using the scientific method, the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of metallic, polymeric, ceramic and composite materials are related to their atomic structure and bonding. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Examine the scientific method of discovery. Apply standard formulas to convert units of measurement. Explain how atoms, ions and molecules bond to form the building blocks for all materials. Classify the three states of matter. Calculate the density of solid materials based on mass and volume measurements. Calculate mechanical properties of materials based on load-extension data. Examine methods used for measuring mechanical properties including hardness and strength. Examine methods used for measuring physical properties including thermal conductivity, thermal expansion and electrical conductivity. Examine methods used for measuring chemical properties including corrosion behavior. Explore the physical, mechanical and chemical behavior of metallic materials. Explore the physical, mechanical and chemical behavior of polymeric materials. Explore the physical, mechanical and chemical behavior of ceramic materials. Explore the mechanical, chemical and physical behavior of composite materials. Explore the mechanical, chemical and physical behavior of electrical materials. Explore the mechanical, chemical and physical behavior of natural materials, including wood and concrete. Explore common destructive and non-destructive evaluation methods.
	MET 116 - Introduction to Physical Metallurgy Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course introduces the physical metallurgy of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, the history and production of alloys and fabricated metal products, material selection and failure analysis. It provides the foundation for the subsequent laboratory-based courses. Prerequisites: MET 103 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Investigate the historical background of the metallurgical profession. Examine common crystal structures of industrial materials. Calculate atomic packing factors for simple cubic, body centered cubic and face-centered cubic structures. Examine solid solutions and the theory of alloying. Calculate the proportions of phases present in a two-component alloy using the lever rule. Explore the various production methods for modern metal alloys. Explore various methods of fabricating and finishing metal products. Classify plain carbon and alloy steels by industrially important methods. Classify cast irons by industrially important methods. Classify specialty metals by industrially important methods. Classify non-ferrous metals by industrially important methods. Examine the roles of availability, economics, properties and business issues in the material selection process. Summarize the basic steps of performing a failure analysis. Write clear thesis and topic sentences that are well supported by details, examples, reasons, facts, data and correct citations.
	MET 153 - Metallography Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course provides experience in the use of laboratory equipment and methods for studying and reporting microstructures of ferrous, non-ferrous and specialty materials. Proper operation of equipment and instrumentation for sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching, microscopy and image analysis is emphasized, as are safety, etiquette and communication in the laboratory. Prerequisites: MET 116 , or maybe taken concurrently. MATH 102 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate practical metallographic laboratory skills based on standard industry practices. Demonstrate metallographic laboratory citizenship skills (safety consciousness, quality focus, teamwork, ethical behavior). Demonstrate laboratory notebook and report writing skills. Demonstrate the ability to locate and use Safety Data Sheets. Demonstrate basic metallographic/materialographic specimen preparation techniques. Demonstrate basic microstructural analysis and measurement techniques. Prepare microstructures of plain carbon and alloy steels. Prepare microstructures of cast iron. Prepare microstructures of stainless steel. Prepare microstructures of aluminum alloy. Prepare microstructures of copper, brass or bronze. Prepare microstructures of weldments. Demonstrate computerized system for metallographic image capture, retrieval and analysis. Design a basic metallographic laboratory.
	MET 160 - Composite Materials Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course introduces the various classes, manufacturing methods and applications of composite materials used in industry. The mechanical, physical and chemical properties of reinforced polymer matrix, metal matrix and ceramic matrix composites are explored. Prerequisites: MET 103 . Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify the types and morphology of materials used in the manufacture of composite materials. Compile a list of material properties to be used in a specific component/system design. Investigate the nature of reinforcement fibers used in polymeric matrix composite materials. Investigate the nature of reinforcement particles used in metallic matrix composite materials. Investigate the nature of reinforcement particles used in ceramic matrix composite materials. Specify reinforcement materials to be used in a specific component/system design. Specify matrix materials to be used in a specific component/system design. Identify methods of manufacturing composite materials. Identify methods used to join composite materials. Identify methods used to test composite materials. Specify manufacturing methods to be used in a specific component/system design. Incorporate matrix, reinforcement, manufacturing methods, joining methods and testing necessary to design a specific component/system using composite materials.
	MET 212 - Heat Treatment Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course explores the application of phase diagrams, time-temperature-transformation diagrams, thermal treatments and metallography to predict, control and characterize equilibrium and non-equilibrium structures resulting from thermally activated diffusive and displacive phase transformations. Prerequisites: MET 153 . Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate practical heat treatment laboratory skills based on standard industry practices. Demonstrate heat treatment laboratory citizenship skills (safety consciousness, quality focus, teamwork, ethical behavior). Demonstrate laboratory notebook and report writing skills. Explain the basic types of metallurgical transformations shown on equilibrium phase diagrams. Explain the basic heat treating processes, including annealing, normalizing, hardening and stress relieving. Produce equilibrium and non-equilibrium structures in steel. Distinguish the transformation paths for equilibrium and non-equilibrium structures. Explain why Martensite does not appear on the iron-iron carbide binary equilibrium phase diagram. Explore the role of diffusion in nucleation and growth processes. Explain the effect of alloying on the microstructures of plain carbon, alloy and specialty steels. Explain the effect of alloying on the microstructures of aluminum alloys. Explain the interplay of time and temperature on transformations and resulting microstructures of steel and aluminum. Explain the differences between surface hardening and case hardening of steel. Conduct the Jominy hardenability test. Examine precipitation hardening in non-ferrous alloys.
	MET 216 - Mechanical Testing Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course applies theories of elasticity and plasticity as well as mechanisms of strengthening and fracture to the mechanical testing of materials by various loading and measurement techniques. In addition, common forming methods are discussed. Prerequisites: MET 153 . Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate practical mechanical testing laboratory skills based on standard industry practices. Demonstrate mechanical testing laboratory citizenship skills (safety consciousness, quality focus, teamwork, ethical behavior). Demonstrate laboratory notebook and report writing skills. Examine elasticity theory. Examine plasticity theory. Examine dislocation theory. Examine plastic deformation. Examine strengthening mechanisms in crystalline solids. Examine recovery, recrystallization and grain growth. Explain the relationship between dislocation movement and strengthening mechanisms in crystalline solids. Demonstrate mechanical property tests based on standard industry practices. Explain the different modes of loading for common mechanical property tests. Explore the various parts of the curve that results from a quasi-static, uniaxial tensile test. Explain the differences between engineering stress-strain curves and true stress-strain curves. Demonstrate the Charpy impact test. Examine fracture behavior for ductile and brittle materials. Examine mechanical behavior in conventional metal forming processes.
	MET 232 - Metals Processing and Properties Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course will serve as an introduction to a variety of processes used in the production of metallic components. Casting, forging, forming, machining and joining technologies will be discussed, demonstrated and/or practiced, as appropriate. The focus will be on how physical and mechanical properties are influenced by the choice of manufacturing methods. Students will use shop equipment to create components and evaluate their properties using laboratory equipment. Prerequisites: MET 153 and MET 216 . Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Examine the mechanical properties of wrought versus cast metals. Demonstrate the general processes of sand mold casting. Compare die casting versus investment casting. Examine the processes of how metals are forged (cold forming, drop forge, roll forge). Demonstrate the processes of hot forging. Evaluate Forming Limit Diagrams (FLD). Demonstrate the general processes of blanking, piercing, coining, bending and press forming. Compare material choices that relate to machinability. Compare joining technologies/processes, including welding, bolting, riveting, self-piercing rivets (SPR), flow screws, flow drills, etc. Compare physical and mechanical properties of components produced with various joining methods, using Rockwell hardness, microstructure analysis and impact testing. Demonstrate laboratory citizenship skills (safety consciousness, quality focus, teamwork, ethical behavior). Demonstrate laboratory notebook and report writing skills.
	MET 248 - Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course introduces the fundamentals of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and X-ray Microanalysis used for materials characterization and failure analysis. Topics include microscopy systems and components, safety and maintenance, applications in fractography and materials characterization and failure analysis. Prerequisites: MET 153 or consent of department. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Investigate the application of Scanning Electron Microscopy in the field of materials science. Investigate the application of X-ray microanalysis in the field of materials science. Operate the SEM and related equipment to mount, image and analyze metallic and/or inorganic specimens with secondary electron imaging. Operate the SEM and related equipment to mount, image and analyze metallic and/or inorganic specimens with backscattered electron imaging. Operate the Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (EDS) and/or Wavelength Dispersive Spectrometer (WDS) to analyze the elemental composition of metallic and/or inorganic specimens. Explore the principles and operation of electron optics. Explore the electron beam/specimen interaction. Demonstrate routine and preventative maintenance associated with daily operation of the SEM. Interpret characteristic features of various fracture surface morphologies. Investigate the principles of failure analysis as related to the study of materials science. Demonstrate safety skills as related to high voltage, vacuum systems, X-radiation and gas cylinders. Summarize data in standard laboratory report format.
	MET 281 - Special Problems in Materials Science Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course involves the execution of an applied research project involving materials processing and/or analysis. Literature review, hypothesis development, experimental design, experimentation and data analysis culminate in formal written and oral presentations. Prerequisites: MET 212 . MET 216 . Corequisites: MET 232 if not taken previously. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify a materials-related topic of interest. Utilize a bound laboratory notebook. Obtain background information on a selected topic via literature review, expert interviews or personal experience. Express a working title of a project. Express a scope of work. Express a working hypothesis. Express an experimental plan complete with equipment, funding, response characteristics, experimental factors and levels, control factors, noise factors, replication, randomization and blocking. Manage a Gantt Chart. Reconcile observations, a hypothesis and an experimental plan. Perform experiments to test a hypothesis. Analyze data using appropriate mathematical and statistical techniques. Write a technical paper with Abstract, Introduction, Experimental, Results, Discussion, Conclusions, Recommendations, Acknowledgements and References. Present a final paper complete with visual aids to industry experts and other invited parties.
	MET 291 - Metallurgy Internship Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40 Description: This is an applied course within Occupational Programs specializing in the field of metallurgy (MET) and is a cooperative assignment for students who have completed the prerequisites for this course. Employment will be approximately 12 to 40 hours per week off-campus at the employer’s location within a metallurgy or related department. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by the faculty and the employer. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department permission is required before registering for this course. The selection of eligible students to register for the course is a competitive process that includes testing, submission of a resume with a cover letter and interviews. Prerequisites: MET 153 with a minimum grade of 3.0, consent of department and an overall GPA of 2.5. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Apply learned technical skills to real world project needs and timeframes. Evaluate information provided by the employer so that output can conform to the employer’s product or service needs. Solve real-world metallurgy problems with data and information. Maintain metallurgy-related data files and information. Relate to staff in a respectful and collaborative manner. Perform duties in a professional manner (i.e., dress, professional ethics, work ethic and formal communications). Effectively communicate with clients, administrators and co-workers. Perform other metallurgy or related business duties as assigned by the supervisor. Observe all applicable safety practices.
Music
	MUSIC 104 - Basic Materials in Music Theory Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course provides a step by step approach to the fundamentals of music including notation, scales, intervals and triads. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Read fundamental pitch and rhythmic notation in the treble and bass staff. Write fundamental pitch and rhythmic notation in the treble and bass staff. Construct major scales and all forms of minor scales. Identify all major and minor key signatures. Construct all major and minor key signatures. Construct traditional intervals that identify distance between pitches. Construct major, minor, diminished, and augmented triads. Write simple rhythms derived from aural dictation. Notate intervals on treble or bass staff through aural dictation.
	MUSIC 105 - Music Appreciation Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: An introduction to music, designed especially to increase understanding and enjoyment of music through intelligent listening. No technical knowledge required, but outside listening and attendance at live performances are required. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Characterize the elements of music (i.e., melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, timbre, dynamics, and form). Differentiate among the elements of music (i.e., melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, timbre, dynamics, and form). Characterize the various mediums (vocal, instrumental, etc) for musical production. Identify how the elements of music emerge during the historical periods of Western civilization. Compare the stylistic characteristics of the music associated with the historical periods of Western civilization. Explain the cultural, philosophical, and political influences on music in the historical periods of Western civilization. Compare music of the Western classical tradition with other musical traditions such as modern American popular music or music of nonwestern cultures. Examine personal perceptions of Western classical music in the context of a live performance. Provide a critique of a live performance of music from the Western classical tradition. Explain the extent to which the music considered in this course intersects with the sociocultural traditions of personal life experience.
	MUSIC 107 - Music for Elementary Teachers Credits: 4 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Lab Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course will provide students with knowledge about fundamental concepts in music such as rhythm, harmony and form through participation in musical behaviors such as playing instruments, moving and singing. It also will provide opportunities for students to develop and execute lessons that address these concepts as well as employing music to facilitate learning in other academic areas such as math, science and language arts. The course is recommended for elementary education majors. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Differentiate between the various roles of music in elementary school. Assess elementary school students’ fundamental singing ability. Assess elementary school students’ fundamental music-related movement ability. Assess elementary school students’ fundamental music listening ability. Assess elementary school students’ fundamental ability to perform music on age/development-appropriate musical instruments. Assess elementary school students’ fundamental ability/potential in the area of music composition. Construct a portfolio of materials and resources for teachers planning music education lessons for elementary students. Construct lessons that focus on the elements of music (rhythm, melody, harmony, form, timbre and texture). Model lessons that focus on the elements of music (rhythm, melody, harmony, form, timbre and texture). Construct lessons incorporating basic levels of music listening. Model lessons incorporating basic levels of music listening. Construct lessons incorporating basic levels of music performance on instruments, e.g., rhythm instruments, recorders, xylophones, glockenspiels, etc. Model lessons incorporating basic levels of music performance on instruments, e.g., rhythm instruments, recorders, xylophones, glockenspiels, etc. Construct lessons incorporating basic levels of music composition, e.g., developing text for existing folksong melodies; creating rhythmic accompaniments/ostinati; single pitch harmony, employing instruments or environmental sounds in storytelling, etc. Model lessons incorporating basic levels of music composition, e.g., developing text for existing folksong melodies; creating rhythmic accompaniments/ostinati; single pitch harmony, employing instruments or environmental sounds in storytelling, etc. Construct lessons that engage elementary school students in singing. Model lessons that engage elementary school students in singing. Construct lessons that engage elementary school students in music-related movement. Model lessons that engage elementary school students in music-related movement. Reflect on personal teaching presentations of music lessons designed for elementary school students. Revise personal teaching presentations based on reflection and feedback received. Perform simple songs on keyboard and recorder observing accurate rhythms and pitches. Provide simple piano/keyboard accompaniment for singing in the elementary school classroom. Create basic chants and songs that are age-appropriate for children. Employ music to facilitate and enhance learning in academic areas across the curriculum, such as mathematics, language arts, science, social studies and visual arts.
	MUSIC 114 - Voice Class 1 Elements - Beginners Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the first in a series of four voice classes for students interested in developing their vocal skills. This class is designed for young or beginning singers or for singers wishing to refresh their focus on the elements upon which the cultivation of the singing voice is built. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Practice autonomously and in the group to train and strengthen the voice. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate auditory discrimination skills. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Critique student’s own musical performance.
	MUSIC 116 - Voice Class 2 Cultivation - Intermediate Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the second in a series of four voice classes for students interested in developing their vocal skills. This is a voice class for singers of intermediate level or for singers wishing to refresh their understanding of the study and cultivation of the singing voice. Prerequisites: MUSIC 114 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate vocal techniques to meet the requirements of the music they are singing. Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Distinguish musical and vocal styles. Demonstrate expression in their singing. Utilize language and phonetics in their vocal exercises and repertoire. Demonstrate auditory discrimination skills.
	MUSIC 117 - Choir 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the first course in which students will explore the principles of choral singing and musicianship. Music of all styles and periods will be included. Choir is an elective for all students, regardless of major field. Additional Choir credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 118 , 217 and 218. Prerequisites: Consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the importance of the individual musician’s role in a large choral ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation in choral rehearsals and choral performances. Participate as an individual musician in the choral music experience. Develop vocal technique skills that contribute to the overall quality of choral performance. Develop a competent level of musicianship that contributes to the overall quality of choral performance. Identify the general music styles and performance practices of classical and non-classical choral literature applied in rehearsal and performance. Identify important choral music genres sung in rehearsal and performance. Sing in foreign languages used in choral music. Use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to pronounce foreign language texts. Formulate a personal artistic understanding of the importance of choral music as an art and the choral ensemble as its process.
	MUSIC 118 - Choir 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second course in which students will explore the principles of choral singing and musicianship. Music of all styles and periods will be included. Choir is an elective for all students, regardless of major field. Additional Choir credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 217 and 218. Prerequisites: MUSIC 117 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the importance of the individual musician’s role in a large choral ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation in choral rehearsals and choral performances. Participate as an individual musician in the choral music experience. Develop vocal technique skills that contribute to the overall quality of choral performance. Develop a competent level of musicianship that contributes to the overall quality of choral performance. Identify the general music styles and performance practices of classical and non-classical choral literature applied in rehearsal and performance. Identify important choral music genres sung in rehearsal and performance. Sing in foreign languages used in choral music. Use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to pronounce foreign language texts. Formulate a personal artistic understanding of the importance of choral music as an art and the choral ensemble as its process.
	MUSIC 121 - Class Piano 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the first class in a two course sequence of group piano instruction designed for students with little or no formal piano training. Instruction is given on both electronic and acoustic instruments. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate basic keyboard skills. Demonstrate basic music reading skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate individual practice routines.
	MUSIC 122 - Class Piano 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the second class in a two course sequence of group piano instruction designed for students with little or no formal piano training. Instruction is given on both electronic and acoustic instruments. Prerequisites: MUSIC 121 or consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate basic keyboard skills. Demonstrate basic music reading skills. Demonstrate a variety of keyboard skills, including scales, chords and inversions. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate individual practice routines.
	MUSIC 131 - Applied Music - Piano 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This class is for students who have previous experience in piano performance. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 132 - Applied Music - Piano 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This class is for students who have previous experience in piano performance. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 131 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 133 - Applied Music - Voice 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Every student studying voice at Schoolcraft College begins with MUSIC 133. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 134 - Applied Music - Voice 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 133 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 135 - Applied Music - Instrumental 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Every student studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College begins with MUSIC 135. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 136 - Applied Music - Instrumental 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 135 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 137 - Sight Singing and Ear Training 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course will focus on sight singing melodies. The course will also include simple rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictations. There will be exploration of intervals; tonic and dominant chords in root position, first and second inversion; and non-harmonic tones. Prerequisites: Consent of department. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Transcribe in music notation aurally presented rhythm patterns. Identify aurally presented common intervals. Identify aurally presented common triads. Transcribe aurally presented simple melodies. Perform simple rhythms at sight. Perform simple melodies at sight. Perform melodies using the movable-Do system.
	MUSIC 138 - Sight Singing and Ear Training 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the second course in the Sight Singing and Ear Training sequence. It will cover sight singing melodies, outlining intervals of all triads and dominant seventh chords. In addition, harmonic, melodic, rhythmic dictation, altered non-harmonic tones, secondary dominants, modulation to closely related keys and borrowed altered harmonies will be explored. Prerequisites: MUSIC 137 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Sing at sight moderately difficult melodies in the treble and bass staff. Sing at sight moderately difficult melodies in major and minor keys. Transcribe harmonic dictation in Roman numerals. Transcribe harmonic dictation in two or more voices. Transcribe melodic dictation in major or minor keys that contains altered tones. Transcribe rhythmic dictation that contains simple or compound subdivisions. Sing or write intervals outside of the diatonic major or minor keys.
	MUSIC 140 - Jazz Lab Band - Improvisation 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This group is geared to the less experienced jazz player interested in performing contemporary jazz music in the big band setting, but with some emphasis on improvisation. The Lab Band will perform at concerts during the school year. The class is open to all students, high school and college, and members of the community. An audition at the beginning of each semester is required. Prerequisites: Consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate the importance of the individual’s role in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Demonstrate improvisation skills within the ensemble setting.
	MUSIC 141 - Wind Ensemble 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: The Schoolcraft Wind Ensemble is open to all brass, woodwind and percussion instrumentalists regardless of major field. The ensemble performs several concerts during the semester as well as at all college commencements. Additional Wind Ensemble credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 241 , MUSIC 245 and MUSIC 246 . Prerequisites: Consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 142 - Jazz Band 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: The Schoolcraft Jazz Band is open to all aspiring jazz performers regardless of major field. The ensemble studies literature from the big band era up through modern jazz arrangements and performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Jazz Band credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 242 , MUSIC 248 and MUSIC 249 . Prerequisites: Consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the importance of the individual’s role in a large performing ensemble. Explain the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 143 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans. Topics include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position for beginning piano study. Students will have the opportunity to observe other teachers as well as beginning piano students in the Schoolcraft Piano Academy and in the community. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: Consent of department Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach lessons effectively for beginning piano study. Create lesson plans for beginning piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a beginning piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for beginning piano study. Construct beginning lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique video recordings of one’s own teaching of the beginning piano student.
	MUSIC 144 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans. Topics include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the second semester of piano study. Students will have the opportunity to observe other teachers as well as early intermediate piano students in the Schoolcraft Piano Academy and in the community. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 143 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach lessons effectively for early intermediate piano study. Create lesson plans for early intermediate piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in an early intermediate piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for early intermediate piano study. Construct early intermediate piano lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique video recordings of one’s own teaching of the early intermediate piano student.
	MUSIC 149 - Popular Music Culture in America Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course serves as an introduction to some of the great works of popular music in the United States, from the songs of colonial America to the present. The course will cover the major periods/styles in popular American music history including but not limited to music of the Westward movement, ragtime and blues, the roots and growth of jazz, country music, folk music, music of Broadway and Tin Pan Alley, the roots and development of rock music and late 20th century developments in popular music, as well as historical, political and sociological background of the United States as pertinent to music history. A background in music is not required. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify the elements of music (rhythm, melody, timbre, form, harmony, texture and dynamics). Identify the major periods in American popular music history. Identify the genres and music styles in American popular music. Differentiate the genres and music styles in American popular music. Examine works of American popular music on an artistic, musical and formal level. Identify the names, composers, performers, music groups and styles of major works of American popular music. Examine the styles and philosophies of the major composers, lyricists and performers in American popular music history. Explain the historical, political and cultural background at the time of the major performers, composers and groups. Compare information about forms, genre and styles of certain American popular music works to unknown works not studied. Formulate an aesthetic base from which to further listen and study American popular music. Explain the extent to which the music studied in this course intersects and connects with the musical and cultural traditions of the student’s personal life.
	MUSIC 150 - Introduction to Music Entrepreneurship Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course is an introduction to the inner workings of today’s music industry and to the career opportunities that exist for musicians. It seeks to dispel some of the old myths concerning “making it” as a musician and replace them with practical information which will help musicians build a career. Students will be required to organize their priorities, set attainable long-term goals and create a professional portfolio. There will be an introduction to resources in music publishing, online sales, music streaming, music production, music video production, music law and management. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify the major career areas of the music industry and the specific training, skills and aptitudes required for each area. Demonstrate professional communication and organizational skills necessary to maintain a career in the music industry. Create a professional portfolio specific to a career in music. Create a long-term and short-term plan for maintaining a career in the music industry. Evaluate professional organizations specific to music performers, composers, teachers and merchants. Differentiate between the organizations and procedures that govern music registration, copyrighting, publishing and licensing. Compare the responsibilities of professional music agents, managers, publicists, attorneys and arts administrators. Explore internet and real world resources for music marketing and self-promotion. Explain strategies of live music promotion, live music performance and touring. Explain ethical practices in the music industry.
	MUSIC 153 - Music Theory 1 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: Harmonic progression; chords of root position, first inversion and second inversion will be examined in this course. Phrase structure and cadences will be introduced. Technique of harmonization and non-harmonic tones will be explored. Prerequisites: Consent of department. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Read music fundamentals. Write music fundamentals. Demonstrate increased speed in reading and writing music fundamentals throughout the course. Partwrite in root position. Partwrite using inversions. Construct seventh chords in all forms and inversions. Harmonize a chorale-like melody. Partwrite non-harmonic tones. Analyze the harmonic content of music excerpts.
	MUSIC 154 - Music Theory 2 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This is the second course in the Music Theory sequence. Students will be introduced to chord progressions, harmonization, nondominant seventh chords, altered non-harmonic tones, secondary dominants and modulation to closely-related keys. Students will also explore music notation software. Students will create an original composition. Prerequisites: MUSIC 153 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Harmonize a given melody. Harmonize an original melody. Identify nondominant seventh chords. Construct secondary dominant chords. Analyze excerpts containing secondary dominant chords. Analyze excerpts containing modulation to closely-related keys. Analyze complete works of music. Create music using music notation software. Compose an original piece of music that adheres to the rules of common practice.
	MUSIC 155 - History of Broadway Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course will look at the history and development of the Broadway musical, from its roots in early American musical entertainment and classical European opera, its heyday in the post-modern era and its evolution in the late 20th century as a result of the music publishing and recording industry. In addition, the course will take an in-depth look at the music and structure of several Broadway masterpieces and how they affected and were affected by American popular culture. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify the key musical, formal and artistic elements of the Broadway musical. Differentiate the style periods of the Broadway musical. Explain the history of staged musical entertainment in European music history and its influence on the development of the Broadway musical. Explain the history of American staged music entertainment prior to the Broadway musical and its influence on the Broadway musical. Examine the artistic, musical and formal structure of the European musical stage, American musical stage prior to the Broadway musical, and Broadway musicals. Identify the composers, lyricists and performers of selected Broadway musicals. Examine the styles of the major composers, lyricists and performers of selected Broadway musicals. Explain how the historical, political and cultural background of selected Broadway musicals influenced their subsequent themes. Compare the musical, artistic and formal structure of several chosen Broadway musicals and their relationship to the cultural, sociological, political and historical events in American history at the time of their creation and popularity. Compare the musical, artistic and formal structure of several chosen Broadway musicals and their relationship to the musical, artistic and formal structure of contemporary examples of American popular music and classical music in the United States. Formulate an aesthetic base from which to further listen and study Broadway musicals. Examine personal perceptions of the Broadway musical in the context of a live performance. Provide a written critique of a live performance of a Broadway musical. Explain the extent to which the music studied in this course intersects and connects with the musical and cultural traditions of the student’s personal life.
	MUSIC 160 - Introduction to World Music Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course is an introduction to world music designed to increase understanding of performance practices and traditions from regions that may include Africa, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas. The focus of this course is an exploration of musical structure, style and function as it is expressed through and influenced by global cultures. Prior technical musical knowledge is not required, but outside listening and attendance at a live musical performance is required. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Characterize the formal elements common to all music (i.e., melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, timbre, dynamics and form). Compare instruments, performance practices and rituals of world music. Explore the various media (vocal, instrumental, etc.) used in a world musical production. Examine the role, value and function of music in world cultures. Compare the stylistic characteristics of music using terminology relevant to world music. Explain the cultural, philosophical and political influences of world music. Compare non-Western music with Western music. Critique a live world music performance. Explore world music influences on personal music culture. Explain the extent to which world music traditions intersect with the sociocultural traditions of personal life experience.
	MUSIC 164 - Music History 1 - 17th and 18th Centuries Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course provides a detailed survey of literature, history and musical materials of the Baroque and Classical eras. The functions and characteristics of music in the 17th and 18th centuries will be explored. Composers, musical compositions and musical performances of this era will be examined. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the sociocultural influences on Baroque and Classical music. Explain the function of music in the 17th and 18th centuries. Differentiate the characteristics of musical style relative to the 17th and 18th centuries. Explore practice characteristics of the 17th and 18th centuries. Explore performance characteristics of the 17th and 18th centuries. Identify important vocal compositions of the 17th and 18th centuries. Identify important instrumental compositions of the 17th and 18th centuries. Identify important composers of the 17th and 18th centuries. Identify important writers of music from the 17th and 18th centuries.
	MUSIC 165 - Music History 2 - 19th and 20th Centuries Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course provides a detailed survey of history and literature of music of the Romantic and 20th century eras. The functions and characteristics of music in the 19th and 20th centuries will be explored. Composers, musical compositions and musical performances of this era will be examined. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the sociocultural influences on Romantic and 20th century music. Explain the function of music in the 19th and 20th centuries. Explore practice characteristics of the 19th and 20th centuries. Explore performance characteristics of the 19th and 20th centuries. Explain the characteristics of musical style relative to the 19th and 20th centuries. Identify important vocal compositions of the 19th and 20th centuries. Identify important instrumental compositions in the 19th and 20th centuries. Identify important composers of music in the 19th and 20th centuries. Identify important writers of music from the 19th and 20th centuries.
	MUSIC 168 - Synthesizer Ensemble 1 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: The Schoolcraft Synthesizer Ensemble is open to all musicians with keyboard skills, regardless of major field. The ensemble performs original music and transcribed literature of many genres on electronic musical instruments. The group performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Synthesizer credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 169 , MUSIC 268 and MUSIC 269 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 121 or Consent of department. This course requires an audition prior to registration. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform transcribed parts in an electronic music ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 169 - Synthesizer Ensemble 2 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second Schoolcraft Synthesizer Ensemble course which is open to all musicians with keyboard skills, regardless of major field. The ensemble performs original music and transcribed literature of many genres on electronic musical instruments. The group performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Synthesizer credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 268 and MUSIC 269 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 168 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform transcribed parts in an electronic music ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 171 - Music Technology 1 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of music-making using computer hardware and software. The course will examine the basic functions of digital audio workstation (DAW) software as well as hardware and software synthesizers through hands-on experience and experimentation. The course will also introduce the student to current software applications that emphasize music performance and composition with the assistance of MIDI hardware and a desktop computer. Prerequisites: MUSIC 104 and MUSIC 121 or Consent of department Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate the application of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and the data protocol transmitted via MIDI. Demonstrate the basic functions of a multitimbral synthesizer. Demonstrate the basic functions of an audio interface. Demonstrate the basic functions of a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software program. Demonstrate the function of digital audio in the context of DAW software. Create music using keyboard controllers and other MIDI devices. Create music using synthesizers and digital audio through the use of DAW software. Determine appropriate technology for specific musical needs. Resolve problems that arise in using music technology.
	MUSIC 172 - Music Technology 2 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course will deal with advanced functions of Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software and synthesis with the assistance of MIDI hardware and a desktop computer. Prerequisites: MUSIC 171 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate advanced functions of the performance and edit modes of a multi-timbral synthesizer. Demonstrate advanced functions and edit modes of software synthesizers. Create original sounds using hardware and software synthesizers. Incorporate original sounds into originally-composed music. Demonstrate advanced functions of a DAW software application. Demonstrate advanced applications of digital audio and sampling in the context of DAW software. Demonstrate advanced creation of music using synthesis and digital audio through the use of DAW software.
	MUSIC 201 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 1 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the first course in the Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers sequence. It is designed to give piano teachers the necessary keyboard skills for teaching beginning through early intermediate level students. The course will cover technical exercises, harmonization, transposition and sight-reading material using the standards of the Michigan Music Teachers Association, the National Piano Guild, the Royal Conservatory of Music (Canada) and other recognized testing organizations. Prerequisites: Consent of department. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises up to the early intermediate level. Teach scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises through the early intermediate level. Analyze sight reading material through the early intermediate level. Sequence sight reading material through the early intermediate level. Develop keyboard harmonization and transposition programs for early intermediate students. Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship for early intermediate piano study reflecting state and national standards.
	MUSIC 202 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the second course in the Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers sequence. It is designed to give piano teachers the necessary keyboard skills for teaching intermediate through late intermediate level students. The course will cover technical exercises, harmonization, transposition and sight-reading material using the standards of the Michigan Music Teachers Association, the National Piano Guild, the Royal Conservatory of Music (Canada) and other recognized testing organizations. Prerequisites: MUSIC 201 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises appropriate up to the late intermediate level. Teach scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises through the late intermediate level. Analyze sight reading material through the late intermediate level. Sequence sight reading material through the late intermediate level. Develop keyboard harmonization and transposition programs for late intermediate students. Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship for late intermediate piano study reflecting state and national standards.
	MUSIC 204 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the third course in the Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers sequence. It is designed to give piano teachers the necessary keyboard skills for teaching late intermediate through early advanced level students. The course will cover technical exercises, harmonization, transposition and sight-reading material using the standards of the Michigan Music Teachers Association, the National Piano Guild, the Royal Conservatory of Music (Canada) and other recognized testing organizations. Prerequisites: MUSIC 202 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises up to the early advanced level. Teach scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises through the early advanced level. Analyze sight reading material through the early advanced level. Sequence sight reading material through the early advanced level. Develop keyboard harmonization and transposition programs for late intermediate to early advanced students. Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship for early advanced level piano study reflecting state and national standards.
	MUSIC 205 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the fourth course in the Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers sequence. It is designed to give piano teachers the necessary keyboard skills for teaching advanced level students. The course will cover technical exercises, harmonization, transposition and sight-reading material using the standards of the Michigan Music Teachers Association, the National Piano Guild, the Royal Conservatory of Music (Canada) and other recognized testing organizations. Prerequisites: MUSIC 204 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises appropriate up to the advanced level. Teach scales, arpeggios, chord progressions and technical exercises through the advanced level. Analyze sight reading material through the advanced level. Sequence sight reading material through the advanced level. Develop keyboard harmonization and transposition programs for advanced students. Demonstrate comprehensive musicianship for late intermediate piano study reflecting state and national standards.
	MUSIC 214 - Voice Class 3 Performance - Advanced Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the third in a series of four voice classes for students interested in developing their vocal skills. It is a voice class for singers preparing for a career in singing or for advanced singers wishing to learn the art of performance before an audience. Prerequisites: MUSIC 116 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate advanced vocal techniques to meet the requirements of more technically demanding repertoire. Utilize language and phonetics in their vocal exercises and repertoire. Demonstrate expression in his/her singing. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Distinguish musical and vocal styles. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 216 - Voice Class 4 Performance - Advanced Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This is the final course in a series of four voice classes for students interested in developing their vocal skills. This is a voice class for singers preparing for a career in singing or for advanced singers wishing to learn the art of performance before an audience. Prerequisites: MUSIC 214 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate experienced vocal techniques to meet the requirements of more technically demanding repertoire. Utilize language and phonetics in their vocal exercises and repertoire. Demonstrate expression in his/her singing. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Distinguish musical and vocal styles. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 217 - Choir 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third course in which students will explore the principles of choral singing and musicianship. Music of all styles and periods will be included. Choir is an elective for all students, regardless of major field. Additional Choir credits may be earned in a future semester by enrolling in MUSIC 218 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 118 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the importance of the individual musician’s role in a large choral ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation in choral rehearsals and choral performances. Participate as an individual musician in the choral music experience. Develop vocal technique skills that contribute to the overall quality of choral performance. Develop a competent level of musicianship that contributes to the overall quality of choral performance. Identify the general music styles and performance practices of classical and non-classical choral literature applied in rehearsal and performance. Identify important choral music genres sung in rehearsal and performance. Sing in foreign languages used in choral music. Use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to pronounce foreign language texts. Formulate a personal artistic understanding of the importance of choral music as an art and the choral ensemble as its process.
	MUSIC 218 - Choir 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth and last course in which students will explore the principles of choral singing and musicianship. Music of all styles and periods will be included. Choir is an elective for all students, regardless of major field. Prerequisites: MUSIC 217 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain the importance of the individual musician’s role in a large choral ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation in choral rehearsals and choral performances. Participate as an individual musician in the choral music experience. Develop vocal technique skills that contribute to the overall quality of choral performance. Develop a competent level of musicianship that contributes to the overall quality of choral performance. Identify the general music styles and performance practices of classical and non-classical choral literature applied in rehearsal and performance. Identify important choral music genres sung in rehearsal and performance. Sing in foreign languages used in choral music. Use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) to pronounce foreign language texts. Formulate a personal artistic understanding of the importance of choral music as an art and the choral ensemble as its process.
	MUSIC 231 - Applied Music - Piano 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This class is for students who have previous experience in piano performance. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 132 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 232 - Applied Music - Piano 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This class is for students who have previous experience in piano performance. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 231 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 233 - Applied Music - Voice 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 134 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 234 - Applied Music - Voice 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 233 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 235 - Applied Music - Instrumental 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 136 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of student’s own study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with student’s own instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 236 - Applied Music - Instrumental 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 235 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 240 - Jazz Lab Band - Improvisation 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This group is geared to the less experienced jazz player interested in performing contemporary jazz music in the big band setting, but with some emphasis on improvisation. The Lab Band will perform at concerts during the school year. This is the second course in a series and the class is open to all students, high school and college, and members of the community. An audition at the beginning of each semester is required. Prerequisites: MUSIC 140 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate the importance of the individual’s role in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Demonstrate improvisation skills within the ensemble setting.
	MUSIC 241 - Wind Ensemble 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second Schoolcraft Wind Ensemble course which is open to all brass, woodwind and percussion instrumentalists regardless of major field. The ensemble performs several concerts during the semester as well as at all college commencements. Additional Wind Ensemble credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 245 and MUSIC 246 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 141 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 242 - Jazz Band 2 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the second Schoolcraft Jazz Band course which is open to all aspiring jazz performers regardless of major field. The ensemble studies literature from the big band era up through modern jazz arrangements and performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Jazz Band credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 248 and MUSIC 249 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 142 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a large performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 243 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the third semester of piano study. Students will have the opportunity to observe other teachers and students, as well as to teach late intermediate to early advanced piano students in the Schoolcraft Piano Academy and in the community. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 144 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach lessons for late intermediate to early advanced piano study. Create lesson plans for late intermediate to early advanced piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a late intermediate to early advanced piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for late intermediate to early advanced piano study. Construct late intermediate to early advanced lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique video recordings of one’s own teaching of the late intermediate to early advanced student.
	MUSIC 244 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the fourth semester of piano study. Students will have the opportunity to observe other teachers and students, as well as to teach advanced piano students in the Schoolcraft Piano Academy and in the community. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 243 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach lessons effectively of advanced piano study. Create lesson plans for advanced piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in an advanced piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for advanced piano study. Construct advanced piano lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique video recordings of one’s own teaching of the advanced piano student.
	MUSIC 245 - Wind Ensemble 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third Schoolcraft Wind Ensemble course which is open to all brass, woodwind and percussion instrumentalists regardless of major field. The ensemble performs several concerts during the semester as well as at all college commencements. Additional Wind Ensemble credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 246 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 241 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 246 - Wind Ensemble 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth Schoolcraft Wind Ensemble course which is open to all brass, woodwind and percussion instrumentalists regardless of major field. The ensemble performs several concerts during the semester as well as at all college commencements. Prerequisites: MUSIC 245 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a larger performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 247 - Piano Teaching Techniques and Materials 1 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course explores the relationship between childhood development and beginning piano study. The content and structure of a beginning piano student’s preparation will be examined. This introductory level course emphasizes techniques and methods for teaching the beginning piano student, including the following topics: developing a professional piano studio, setting up a small business, understanding laws and ethics of music teaching, elementary methods and materials, repertoire, supplemental materials and functional skills and knowledge of professional organizations. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: Consent of department Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Create a teaching philosophy. Explain early childhood development as it relates to early piano study. Identify appropriate beginning piano materials for individual students. Demonstrate appropriate sequencing of beginning piano materials. Explain appropriate musicianship skills for the beginning student. Integrate these appropriate musicianship skills into a beginning student’s piano lesson program. Explain how to prepare beginning piano students for recitals. Explain how to prepare beginning piano students for state and national testing programs. Outline a personal professional plan for operating a private teaching studio. Identify appropriate pedagogical texts and reference books for a professional library.
	MUSIC 248 - Jazz Band 3 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third Schoolcraft Jazz Band course which is open to all aspiring jazz performers regardless of major field. The ensemble studies literature from the big band era up through modern jazz arrangements and performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Jazz Band credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 249 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 242 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a large performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 249 - Jazz Band 4 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth Schoolcraft Jazz Band course which is open to all aspiring jazz performers regardless of major field. The ensemble studies literature from the big band era up through modern jazz arrangements and performs several concerts during the semester. Prerequisites: MUSIC 248 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Participate in a large performing ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 250 - Music Theory 3 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This is the third course in the Music Theory sequence. Students will be introduced to borrowed chords, augmented and Neapolitan sixth chords, diminished seventh chords, chromatic mediants and modulation to foreign keys. Students will also analyze 18th- and 19th-century compositions. Prerequisites: MUSIC 154 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Identify borrowed chords. Identify augmented and Neapolitan sixth chords. Identify chromatic mediants. Identify modulations to foreign keys. Incorporate borrowed chords in harmonizations. Incorporate augmented and Neapolitan sixth chords in harmonizations. Incorporate borrowed chords in harmonizations. Incorporate modulations to closely-related and foreign keys in harmonizations.
	MUSIC 252 - Music Theory 4 Credits: 4 Lecture Contact Hours: 4 Description: This is the last course in the Music Theory sequence. Students will be introduced to 18th century counterpoint: the study, analysis and composition of two-voice invention and three-voice fugue. The student will also be introduced to 20th century forms and harmonic tendencies: study, analysis and composition of work utilizing the 12-tone system will be among the techniques explored. Prerequisites: MUSIC 250 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Liberal Arts \| Humanities This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements. This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement. This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Analyze contrapuntal inventions for two voices. Construct contrapuntal inventions for two voices. Analyze contrapuntal fugues for three voices. Construct contrapuntal fugues for three voices. Analyze twentieth century serial music. Construct a piece of music using serial techniques. Analyze twentieth-century polytonal harmony. Analyze twentieth-century atonality. Analyze twentieth-century rhythmic techniques. Analyze the use of electronics in twentieth-century music. Analyze twentieth-century minimalist techniques. Analyze neoromanticism in twentieth-century. Analyze additional twentieth century techniques.
	MUSIC 253 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 5 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the fifth semester of piano study. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 244 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach children’s lessons effectively through the fifth semester of piano study. Create lesson plans for children’s piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for the fifth semester of piano study. Construct lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique videotapes of one’s own teaching of the intermediate student.
	MUSIC 256 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 6 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the sixth semester of piano study. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 253 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach children’s lessons effectively through the sixth semester of piano study. Create lesson plans for children’s piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for the sixth semester of piano study. Construct lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique videotapes of one’s own teaching of the intermediate student.
	MUSIC 257 - Piano Teaching Techniques and Materials 2 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course explores the relationship between development and intermediate piano study. The content and structure of an intermediate piano student’s preparation will be examined. This is the second course in a series and emphasizes techniques and methods for the intermediate piano student, including the following topics: intermediate methods and materials, repertoire, supplemental and functional skills and the knowledge of professional organizations. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 247 or consent of department Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain childhood development as it relates to intermediate piano study. Identify appropriate intermediate piano materials for individual students. Demonstrate appropriate sequencing of intermediate piano materials. Explain appropriate musicianship skills for the intermediate piano student. Integrate appropriate musicianship skills into an intermediate student’s piano lesson program. Explain how to prepare intermediate piano students for recitals. Explain the Michigan Music Teacher Association (MMTA) and national certification opportunities. Explain how to prepare intermediate piano students for state and national testing programs. Evaluate intermediate piano students’ performance skills at these grade levels at major music festivals in the local area. Explore appropriate pedagogical texts and reference books for a professional library. Critique a personal professional plan for operating a private teaching studio developed in Music 247. Explain the major historical periods in music history and their characteristic styles. Modify an established teaching philosophy.
	MUSIC 263 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 7 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the seventh semester of piano study. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 256 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach children’s lessons effectively through the seventh semester of piano study. Create lesson plans for children’s piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for the seventh semester of piano study. Construct lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique videotapes of one’s own teaching of the late intermediate/early advanced student.
	MUSIC 264 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 8 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: Piano teachers will learn to create and present effective lesson plans that include repertoire, theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position through the eighth semester of piano study. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 263 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Teach children’s lessons effectively through the eighth semester of piano study. Create lesson plans for children’s piano lessons. Demonstrate effective timing in a piano lesson. Identify appropriate repertoire for the eighth semester of piano study. Construct lesson plans that include theory concepts, rhythm, tone, touch and hand position. Critique videotapes of one’s own teaching of the late intermediate/early advanced student.
	MUSIC 268 - Synthesizer Ensemble 3 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the third Schoolcraft Synthesizer Ensemble course which is open to all musicians with keyboard skills, regardless of major field. The ensemble performs original music and transcribed literature of many genres on electronic musical instruments. The group performs several concerts during the semester. Additional Synthesizer credits may be earned in future semesters by enrolling in the following course sequence (one course per semester): MUSIC 269 . Prerequisites: MUSIC 169 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform transcribed parts in an electronic music ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 269 - Synthesizer Ensemble 4 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fourth Schoolcraft Synthesizer Ensemble class which is open to all musicians with keyboard skills, regardless of major field. The ensemble performs original music and transcribed literature of many genres on electronic musical instruments. The group performs several concerts during the semester. Prerequisites: MUSIC 268 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Perform transcribed parts in an electronic music ensemble. Demonstrate the significance of an individual’s role in a performing ensemble. Demonstrate the importance of individual preparation for scheduled public performances. Participate in group preparation for scheduled public performances. Develop technical skills to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level. Develop musicianship to contribute to the overall quality of the ensemble’s performance level.
	MUSIC 277 - Piano Teaching Techniques and Materials 3 Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course explores the relationship between childhood development, late intermediate and early advanced piano study. The content and structure of an intermediate to advance piano student’s preparation will be examined. This is the third course in the series and emphasizes techniques and methods for teaching the intermediate and early advanced piano student, including the following topics: advanced methods and materials, repertoire, supplemental materials and functional skills and knowledge of professional organizations. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check. Prerequisites: MUSIC 257 or consent of department. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Explain childhood development as it relates to late intermediate and early advanced piano study. Identify appropriate late intermediate and early advanced piano materials for individual students. Demonstrate appropriate sequencing of late intermediate and early advanced piano materials. Explain appropriate musicianship skills for the late intermediate and early advanced piano student. Integrate appropriate musicianship skills into a late intermediate and early advanced student’s piano lesson program. Explain how to prepare late intermediate and early advanced piano students for recitals. Evaluate the Michigan Music Teacher Association (MMTA) and national certification opportunities. Explain how to prepare late intermediate and early advanced students for state and national testing programs. Evaluate late intermediate and early advanced students’ performance skills at these grade levels at major music festivals in the local area. Identify appropriate pedagogical texts and reference books for a professional library. Develop a personal professional plan for operating a private teaching studio. Interpret the major historical periods in music history and their characteristic styles. Expand an established teaching philosophy.
	MUSIC 282 - Applied Music - Piano 5 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fifth course in the sequence of piano classes offered at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 232 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 283 - Applied Music - Piano 6 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the sixth course in the sequence of piano classes offered at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 282 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 284 - Applied Music - Piano 7 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the seventh course in the sequence of piano classes offered at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 283 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. emonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 285 - Applied Music - Piano 8 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the eighth course in the sequence of piano classes offered at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one 45-minute private lesson weekly, a two-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 284 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in sight-reading for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in harmonization for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate growth in transposition for keyboard performance skills. Demonstrate physical approach to keyboard. Demonstrate effective preparation for piano recital. Demonstrate individual practice routines. Analyze performance pieces, technically and historically. Critique student’s own musical performance. Explain music theory as it relates to selected performance pieces. Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 286 - Applied Music - Voice 5 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fifth in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 234 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 287 - Applied Music - Voice 6 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the sixth in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 286 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 288 - Applied Music - Voice 7 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the seventh in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 287 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 289 - Applied Music - Voice 8 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the eighth in the sequence of voice classes at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required daily practice as assigned by the instructor. Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 288 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate individual vocal training routines. Demonstrate skills in breath control suitable to the repertoire being studied. Demonstrate singing on pitch. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. Demonstrate effective preparation for vocal recitals, including preparation with an accompanist. Explain various aspects of musical pieces, including musical forms, techniques, composers and historical background. Critique student’s own musical performance as part of determining practice steps. Demonstrate effective physical approach to vocal performance (posture, poise, stage presence, etc.). Demonstrate accuracy in following a composer’s written notation regarding notes, rhythms, control of pulse, dynamics and expression marks.
	MUSIC 290 - Applied Music - Instrumental 5 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the fifth class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 236 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 291 - Applied Music - Instrumental 6 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the sixth class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 290 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 292 - Applied Music - Instrumental 7 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the seventh class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 291 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 293 - Applied Music - Instrumental 8 Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 1 Lab Contact Hours: 1 Description: This is the eighth class in the sequence of courses for students studying instruments of the band and orchestra, including classical guitar, at Schoolcraft College. This course includes one weekly private lesson, a one-hour weekly studio class and required practice (minimum of six hours for non-majors and varies according to specific major and transfer requirements for music majors). Students will be advised about appropriate daily practice time requirements, repertoire, skills, (for music majors) transfer requirements and required courses related to music curriculum. Performance examinations will be held at the end of each semester. This course is for music and non-music majors. Prerequisites: MUSIC 292 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Demonstrate growth in technique for performance skills pertaining to the specific instrument of his/her study. Demonstrate individual practice routines with his/her instrument. Demonstrate effective preparation for instrumental recitals, including preparation with an accompanist where appropriate. Analyze performance pieces in terms of style, musical terms and composer. Demonstrate musical skills needed to work quickly and effectively with an accompanist. (Does not apply to classical guitar and other specified instruments). Demonstrate various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire. Explain various techniques involved in playing selected repertoire.
	MUSIC 298 - Special Music Projects for Honors Studies - Performance/Composition/Research Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course provides an opportunity for the talented student to explore individually, in depth, under the direction of a faculty member, a performance, composition or research related project. This course provides an opportunity to present traditional musical events such as a recital or a concert or to learn a new technology. Topics and structure will vary based on the individual student’s skills and goals. Prerequisites: Consent of department. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Formulate a project that meets the department’s needs and expands the student’s own musical skills or knowledge. Work collaboratively with an instructor and, if necessary, other students on an extended project. Use appropriate resources to complete an extended project. Plan a complex, long-term project. Manage a complex, long-term project. Synthesize student experiences with a complex, long-term project in written, oral and/or musical form.
	MUSIC 299 - Special Music Projects for Honors Studies - Performance/Composition/Research Credits: 2 Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Description: This course provides an opportunity for the talented student to explore individually, in depth, under the direction of a faculty member, a performance, composition or research related project. This course provides an opportunity to present traditional musical events such as a recital or a concert or to learn a new technology. Prerequisites: Consent of department. Please contact the Music department for details. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Applied Liberal Arts \| Humanities This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed Check Course Availability Course Competencies Formulate a project that meets the department’s needs and expands the student’s own musical skills or knowledge. Work collaboratively with an instructor and, if necessary, other students on an extended project. Use appropriate resources associated with the project. Plan a complex, long-term project. Manage a complex, long-term project. Synthesize student experiences with the project in written, oral and/or musical form.
Nursing
	NURS 104 - Pharmacology for Nurses Credits: 3 Lecture Contact Hours: 3 Description: This course introduces pharmacological concepts and major drug classifications. Drug information includes mechanism of action, drug effects, therapeutic uses, side effects, adverse effects, toxicity, drug interactions, medication calculations and dosage, example drugs and patient teaching for specified drug classifications. The nursing process and evidence-based principles of nursing within the practical and registered nurse scope of practice are utilized as a framework for safe medication administration as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum for the forthcoming or current year. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Examine legal, ethical, social and cultural issues related to medication administration. Apply basic pharmacology principles to medication management. Apply the nursing process to the administration of antimicrobial drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of analgesic and musculoskeletal system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of central nervous system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of respiratory system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of cardiovascular and renal system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of neurologic and neuromuscular drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of otic, ophthalmic and dermatologic drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of antineoplastic agents. Apply the nursing process to the administration of gastrointestinal system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of psychotropic medications. Apply the nursing process to the administration of endocrine system drugs. Apply the nursing process to the administration of immunologic agents and other drugs affecting the immune system. Apply the nursing process to the administration of alternative agents, complementary medications and homeopathic medications. Demonstrate proficiency with medication dosage calculations. Demonstrate proficiency on select standardized computer assessments.
	NURS 105 - Foundations in Nursing Practice 1 Credits: 4 Lecture Contact Hours: 2.5 Lab Contact Hours: 4.5 Description: This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of nursing. It emphasizes application of the nursing process and critical thinking skills while utilizing evidence-based principles of nursing in providing basic care for chronically ill and elderly clients within the practical and registered nurse scope of practice. Theoretical content focuses on fundamental nursing concepts and skills with practice in laboratory settings. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Nursing Career Ladder Curriculum for the current year. Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Describe professional nursing within the healthcare environment. Apply communication, caring, psychosocial and physiological concepts to adult and elderly clients and their families. Utilize critical thinking to operationalize the nursing process as a framework for client care. Utilize safety and preventative measures while providing nursing care. Apply the nursing process when performing client assessment. Apply the nursing process when providing client hygiene measures. Apply the nursing process to clients with nutritional needs; digestion and elimination alterations. Utilize principles of medical and surgical asepsis when providing nursing care. Apply the nursing process to clients with cognitive and sensory impairments. Apply the nursing process to clients with mobility alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with integumentary alterations. Demonstrate designated lab skill competencies. Demonstrate proficiency on select standardized computer assessments.
	NURS 106 - Foundations in Nursing Practice 2 Credits: 4.5 Lecture Contact Hours: 2.5 Off Site Contact Hours with Faculty: 6 Description: This course provides a continuation to Foundations of Nursing Practice 1. It emphasizes application of the nursing process and critical thinking skills while utilizing evidence-based principles of nursing in providing basic care for chronically ill and elderly clients within the practical and registered nurse scope of practice. Theoretical content focuses on fundamental nursing concepts and skills. Clinical experiences occur in laboratory, clinical and community settings utilizing an interdisciplinary collaborative approach. Prerequisites: NURS 105 Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter Check Course Availability Course Competencies Apply the nursing process to clients with nutrition, fluid and electrolyte alterations. Apply communication, caring, psychosocial and physiological concepts to adult and elderly clients and their families. Apply the nursing process to clients with sleep/rest alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with comfort alterations. Apply the nursing process in meeting the learning needs of adult clients. Adhere to legal and ethical guidelines when providing nursing care. Apply the nursing process to provide culturally competent care. Apply the nursing process to provide care to meet spiritual needs. Apply the nursing process to clients and families experiencing grief and loss. Apply the nursing process to clients receiving medications via oral, enteral, topical, transdermal, eye, ear, inhalation, rectal, vaginal routes. Apply the nursing process to clients receiving medications via parenteral routes. Demonstrate designated clinical competencies. Demonstrate proficiency on select standardized computer assessments. Demonstrate proficiency with medication dosage calculations.
	NURS 107 - Medical-Surgical Nursing Credits: 4.5 Lecture Contact Hours: 2.5 Off Site Contact Hours with Faculty: 6 Description: This course emphasizes application of the nursing process and critical thinking skills while utilizing evidence-based principles of nursing in caring for adult clients experiencing medical surgical alterations within the practical and registered nurse scope of practice. Theoretical content focuses on cardiovascular, renal, endocrine and immune system alterations as well as fluid/electrolyte and acid base balance. Clinical experiences are provided in acute and community settings utilizing an interdisciplinary collaborative approach. Prerequisites: NURS 104 . NURS 106 . Corequisites: None. Recommended: None. Course Category: Occupational This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall Check Course Availability Course Competencies Apply the nursing process to clients with cardiovascular alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with hematopoietic alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with fluid, electrolyte and acid-base alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with basic shock situations. Apply the nursing process to clients with endocrine system alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with diabetes. Apply the nursing process to clients with renal system alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with immune system alterations. Apply the nursing process to clients with infectious alterations. Demonstrate designated clinical competencies. Demonstrate proficiency on select standardized computer assessments. Demonstrate proficiency with medication dosage calculations.

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MA 161 - Phlebotomy Internship

MA 175 - Medical Laboratory Techniques

MA 180 - Medical Office Clinical Procedures

MA 196 - Office Practicum

MET 103 - Introduction to Materials Science

MET 116 - Introduction to Physical Metallurgy

MET 153 - Metallography

MET 160 - Composite Materials

MET 212 - Heat Treatment

MET 216 - Mechanical Testing

MET 232 - Metals Processing and Properties

MET 248 - Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis

MET 281 - Special Problems in Materials Science

MET 291 - Metallurgy Internship

MUSIC 104 - Basic Materials in Music Theory

MUSIC 105 - Music Appreciation

MUSIC 107 - Music for Elementary Teachers

MUSIC 114 - Voice Class 1 Elements - Beginners

MUSIC 116 - Voice Class 2 Cultivation - Intermediate

MUSIC 117 - Choir 1

MUSIC 118 - Choir 2

MUSIC 121 - Class Piano 1

MUSIC 122 - Class Piano 2

MUSIC 131 - Applied Music - Piano 1

MUSIC 132 - Applied Music - Piano 2

MUSIC 133 - Applied Music - Voice 1

MUSIC 134 - Applied Music - Voice 2

MUSIC 135 - Applied Music - Instrumental 1

MUSIC 136 - Applied Music - Instrumental 2

MUSIC 137 - Sight Singing and Ear Training 1

MUSIC 138 - Sight Singing and Ear Training 2

MUSIC 140 - Jazz Lab Band - Improvisation 1

MUSIC 141 - Wind Ensemble 1

MUSIC 142 - Jazz Band 1

MUSIC 143 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 1

MUSIC 144 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 2

MUSIC 149 - Popular Music Culture in America

MUSIC 150 - Introduction to Music Entrepreneurship

MUSIC 153 - Music Theory 1

MUSIC 154 - Music Theory 2

MUSIC 155 - History of Broadway

MUSIC 160 - Introduction to World Music

MUSIC 164 - Music History 1 - 17th and 18th Centuries

MUSIC 165 - Music History 2 - 19th and 20th Centuries

MUSIC 168 - Synthesizer Ensemble 1

MUSIC 169 - Synthesizer Ensemble 2

MUSIC 171 - Music Technology 1

MUSIC 172 - Music Technology 2

MUSIC 201 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 1

MUSIC 202 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 2

MUSIC 204 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 3

MUSIC 205 - Keyboard Skills for Piano Teachers 4

MUSIC 214 - Voice Class 3 Performance - Advanced

MUSIC 216 - Voice Class 4 Performance - Advanced

MUSIC 217 - Choir 3

MUSIC 218 - Choir 4

MUSIC 231 - Applied Music - Piano 3

MUSIC 232 - Applied Music - Piano 4

MUSIC 233 - Applied Music - Voice 3

MUSIC 234 - Applied Music - Voice 4

MUSIC 235 - Applied Music - Instrumental 3

MUSIC 236 - Applied Music - Instrumental 4

MUSIC 240 - Jazz Lab Band - Improvisation 2

MUSIC 241 - Wind Ensemble 2

MUSIC 242 - Jazz Band 2

MUSIC 243 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 3

MUSIC 244 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 4

MUSIC 245 - Wind Ensemble 3

MUSIC 246 - Wind Ensemble 4

MUSIC 247 - Piano Teaching Techniques and Materials 1

MUSIC 248 - Jazz Band 3

MUSIC 249 - Jazz Band 4

MUSIC 250 - Music Theory 3

MUSIC 252 - Music Theory 4

MUSIC 253 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 5

MUSIC 256 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 6

MUSIC 257 - Piano Teaching Techniques and Materials 2

MUSIC 263 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 7

MUSIC 264 - Practice Teaching and Practicum in Piano Teaching 8