Music

MATH& 107: Math In Society

Intended for non-science majors; fulfills QSR requirement for AA Degree. Topics include financial computations (e.g. loans and interest), modeling linear and exponential growth (e.g. population growth and disease spread), and basic probability and statistics (e.g. understanding data and risk), with an emphasis on applications. Other topics selected by instructor.

5 Units

MATH& 146: Introduction to Statistics

Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences.

5 Units

MUSC& 105: Music Appreciation

Every culture on the planet creates and appreciates music. This course explores the deep human connections to music through the study of a variety of musical styles as they relate to history, culture, ethics, aesthetics, and technology. Students will develop listening skills and philosophical frameworks to increase their enjoyment and understanding of music.

5 Units

MUSC 126: Group Piano - Level 1

As an introduction to piano in a group setting, students in this course develop foundations in piano technique and reading (music notation), along with improvisation and songwriting/composition basics. MUSC126 is the first in a sequence of group piano courses. No musical experience necessary. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 197: Choir I

Come and learn how to sing in a choir as we prepare a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. No previous musical experience is required, just an excitement to sing and create music. This is the first in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 127: Group Piano - Level 2

Students in this course continue to build their piano technique and reading (music notation) skills, and are introduced to new approaches to improvisation and songwriting/composition. MUSC127 is the second in a sequence of group piano courses. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 198: Choir II

Students in this course will continue building on the singing and musicianship skills learning in Choir I as they prepare and perform a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. This is the second in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

ENGL& 101: English Composition I

English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.

5 Units

ENVS 160: Principles of Environmental Sustainability

Explores past and present contributions from major events and leaders to the sustainability movement. Principles of sustainability are used to analyze action on challenges such as urbanization, climate change, food systems and pollution.

5 Units

ENVS 170: Energy and Resources - Now and Future

Study of energy and material resources, both personal and worldwide production and consumption. Investigates the impact on the natural environment from production of coal, wind, solar and hydropower; gasoline, electricity and hydrogen fuel transportation; and natural gas and biomass heating options. Focus on sustainable alternatives to meet energy and material needs.

5 Units

ENVS& 100: Survey of Environmental Science

Covers natural principles governing operation of the environment, including interaction between humans and the environment, emphasizing approaches and actions to maintain a healthy ecosystem.

5 Units

Individuals/Cultures/Societies

5 Units

ENGL& 102: Composition II

English 102 is a college-level research writing course that explores topics from a variety of sources and perspectives. Students learn to pose research questions and locate, evaluate, and integrate sources into written or multimodal compositions. Instruction encourages students to develop flexible research and writing strategies as well as exchange constructive feedback. The particular focus of sections of English 102 varies by instructor. Students pursuing any degree path are welcome.

5 Units

MUSC 109: World Beat: Global Studies Through Music

Examines societal beliefs, identity, history, world view, values and aspirations expressed by selected non-Western cultures (or groups within these cultures) through music. Features both traditional and contemporary popular music.

5 Units

MUSC 116: Rock Music I - Early Influences through 1970

Examines rock music as a musical, social, cultural, economic and political force. Emphasizes the early years of rock music development through 1970. Highlights include the first wave of rock & roll in the 1950s, black pop of the 1960s (Motown and Stax Records), and psychedelic rock. Fulfills the Integrated Studies and US Cultures requirement.

5 Units

MUSC 117: Rock Music II: Rock Music 1970 - Present

Examines rock music as a musical, social, cultural, economic and political force. Emphasizes rock music evolution post-1970. Highlights include heavy metal, punk rock, dance oriented pop, grunge, and indie - as well as rock music influences on other genres such as country and hip hop. Fulfills the Integrated Studies and US Cultures requirement. Rock Music I is not a prerequisite.

5 Units

MUSC 126: Group Piano - Level 1

As an introduction to piano in a group setting, students in this course develop foundations in piano technique and reading (music notation), along with improvisation and songwriting/composition basics. MUSC126 is the first in a sequence of group piano courses. No musical experience necessary. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 127: Group Piano - Level 2

Students in this course continue to build their piano technique and reading (music notation) skills, and are introduced to new approaches to improvisation and songwriting/composition. MUSC127 is the second in a sequence of group piano courses. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 128: Group Piano - Level 3

Students in this course continue to build their piano technique and reading (music notation) skills, and are introduced to new approaches to improvisation and songwriting/composition. MUSC128 is the third in a sequence of group piano courses. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 130: Individual Instruction: Voice

Private instruction in vocal performance (singing) with a focus on technique, repertoire, and expressive musicianship. Instructor & student meet weekly for 10 lessons (1cr. = 30min/week; 2cr. = 60 min/week) and co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 135: Individual Instruction: Drums/Percussion

Private instruction in drum set, hand percussion, and mallet percussion (when available). Instructor & student co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. Credit hours vary. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 160: Blues to Hip Hop

Explores the blues and other early African American musical styles, with a focus on how these styles influenced the development of rock, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop music and culture. Musical study in this course is placed within the historical context of social, economic and political forces within American society.

5 Units

MUSC& 105: Music Appreciation

Every culture on the planet creates and appreciates music. This course explores the deep human connections to music through the study of a variety of musical styles as they relate to history, culture, ethics, aesthetics, and technology. Students will develop listening skills and philosophical frameworks to increase their enjoyment and understanding of music.

5 Units

MUSC 167: Introduction to Songwriting

In this course, which is the first in a series of three songwriting courses, students learn how to play cover songs and write original songs in a variety of musical styles. No musical experience is necessary, just bring your excitement to create music!

5 Units

MUSC 170: Music of Protest, Transgression, and Change

This course explores the role that music plays in liberative social movements globally. Through historical research students will learn about global systems of power and oppression and the liberation movements that emerge in response. In seeking out, sharing, and analyzing music, students will examine the ways that music confronts oppressive systems and initiates social change.

5 Units

MUSC 198: Choir II

Students in this course will continue building on the singing and musicianship skills learning in Choir I as they prepare and perform a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. This is the second in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 199: Choir III

Students in this course will continue building on the singing and musicianship skills learned in Choir II as they prepare and perform a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. This is the third in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 197: Choir I

Come and learn how to sing in a choir as we prepare a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. No previous musical experience is required, just an excitement to sing and create music. This is the first in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

CHEM 117: Cannabis Chemistry

For non-science majors; a survey of chemistry concepts that are used in the cannabis industry. Students will learn about the structure of different cannabinoid compounds and their associated physical and chemical properties. Students will learn the concepts and lab techniques from both general and organic chemistry that have practical applications in extracting and characterizing cannabinoids. Lab included. This course has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.

5 Units

BIOL& 160: General Biology With Lab

This course is a one quarter intro to biology. Basic biological concepts will be introduced, with an emphasis on biological molecules, cell structures and processes, genetics, evolution, and a survey of biodiversity.

5 Units

Natural World Lab Science

5 Units

MUSC 167: Introduction to Songwriting

In this course, which is the first in a series of three songwriting courses, students learn how to play cover songs and write original songs in a variety of musical styles. No musical experience is necessary, just bring your excitement to create music!

5 Units

HUM 105: Intercultural Communication

Examines the skills in communication and empathy required for intercultural communication. Includes an interdisciplinary study of diverse cultures and perspectives in the United States in the context of economic, political, and cultural globalization.

5 Units

BIOL& 100: Survey of Biology

Intro to biological principles and concepts: cell biology, application of biological knowledge to problems of society, and development of an awareness of science. Lab included. For non-science majors. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.

5 Units

ASTR& 100: Survey of Astronomy

Emphasis on astronomic concepts fundamental to an understanding of the solar system, stars, galaxies and origin and history of the universe.

5 Units

Natural World or Natural World Lab Science

5 Units

MUSC 170: Music of Protest, Transgression, and Change

This course explores the role that music plays in liberative social movements globally. Through historical research students will learn about global systems of power and oppression and the liberation movements that emerge in response. In seeking out, sharing, and analyzing music, students will examine the ways that music confronts oppressive systems and initiates social change.

5 Units

MUSC 109: World Beat: Global Studies Through Music

Examines societal beliefs, identity, history, world view, values and aspirations expressed by selected non-Western cultures (or groups within these cultures) through music. Features both traditional and contemporary popular music.

5 Units

MUSC 116: Rock Music I - Early Influences through 1970

Examines rock music as a musical, social, cultural, economic and political force. Emphasizes the early years of rock music development through 1970. Highlights include the first wave of rock & roll in the 1950s, black pop of the 1960s (Motown and Stax Records), and psychedelic rock. Fulfills the Integrated Studies and US Cultures requirement.

5 Units

MUSC 117: Rock Music II: Rock Music 1970 - Present

Examines rock music as a musical, social, cultural, economic and political force. Emphasizes rock music evolution post-1970. Highlights include heavy metal, punk rock, dance oriented pop, grunge, and indie - as well as rock music influences on other genres such as country and hip hop. Fulfills the Integrated Studies and US Cultures requirement. Rock Music I is not a prerequisite.

5 Units

MUSC 126: Group Piano - Level 1

As an introduction to piano in a group setting, students in this course develop foundations in piano technique and reading (music notation), along with improvisation and songwriting/composition basics. MUSC126 is the first in a sequence of group piano courses. No musical experience necessary. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 127: Group Piano - Level 2

Students in this course continue to build their piano technique and reading (music notation) skills, and are introduced to new approaches to improvisation and songwriting/composition. MUSC127 is the second in a sequence of group piano courses. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 128: Group Piano - Level 3

Students in this course continue to build their piano technique and reading (music notation) skills, and are introduced to new approaches to improvisation and songwriting/composition. MUSC128 is the third in a sequence of group piano courses. This course has an additional fee to cover course materials, practice room access, and take-home practice instruments.

5 Units

MUSC 130: Individual Instruction: Voice

Private instruction in vocal performance (singing) with a focus on technique, repertoire, and expressive musicianship. Instructor & student meet weekly for 10 lessons (1cr. = 30min/week; 2cr. = 60 min/week) and co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 135: Individual Instruction: Drums/Percussion

Private instruction in drum set, hand percussion, and mallet percussion (when available). Instructor & student co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. Credit hours vary. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 136: Individual Instruction: Songwriting/Composition

Private instruction in songwriting and composition. Instructor & student co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. Credit hours vary. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 160: Blues to Hip Hop

Explores the blues and other early African American musical styles, with a focus on how these styles influenced the development of rock, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop music and culture. Musical study in this course is placed within the historical context of social, economic and political forces within American society.

5 Units

MUSC 171: Individual Instruction: Piano

Private instruction in piano. Instructor & student co-create curriculum based on student's interests & goals. Open to all levels & may be repeated for credit. Credit hours vary. ADDITIONAL FEE charged for all individual instruction.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC& 105: Music Appreciation

Every culture on the planet creates and appreciates music. This course explores the deep human connections to music through the study of a variety of musical styles as they relate to history, culture, ethics, aesthetics, and technology. Students will develop listening skills and philosophical frameworks to increase their enjoyment and understanding of music.

5 Units

MUSC 167: Introduction to Songwriting

In this course, which is the first in a series of three songwriting courses, students learn how to play cover songs and write original songs in a variety of musical styles. No musical experience is necessary, just bring your excitement to create music!

5 Units

MUSC 133: Individual Instruction: Music Production

Individual instruction in music recording and production. Instructor and student will co-create curriculum based on each student's interests and goals. This course is open to all levels, may be taken for 1 or 2 credits, and may be repeated for credit. ADDITIONAL FEE is charged for all individual instruction. Instructor permission required.

1 to 2 Units

MUSC 190: Gospel Choir

Gospel Choir is a course where students learn and perform music in the African American sacred gospel tradition. Along with gospel repertoire, students will learn singing techniques, performance skills, and the historical importance of gospel and spirituals in the context of US historical and cultural movements. No musical experience is necessary. The course may be repeated for credit.

3 Units

MUSC 170: Music of Protest, Transgression, and Change

This course explores the role that music plays in liberative social movements globally. Through historical research students will learn about global systems of power and oppression and the liberation movements that emerge in response. In seeking out, sharing, and analyzing music, students will examine the ways that music confronts oppressive systems and initiates social change.

5 Units

MUSC 198: Choir II

Students in this course will continue building on the singing and musicianship skills learning in Choir I as they prepare and perform a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. This is the second in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 199: Choir III

Students in this course will continue building on the singing and musicianship skills learned in Choir II as they prepare and perform a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. This is the third in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 197: Choir I

Come and learn how to sing in a choir as we prepare a concert of music from various cultures and styles, with a focus on the African American gospel tradition. No previous musical experience is required, just an excitement to sing and create music. This is the first in a series of three choir courses.

5 Units

MUSC 160: Blues to Hip Hop

Explores the blues and other early African American musical styles, with a focus on how these styles influenced the development of rock, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop music and culture. Musical study in this course is placed within the historical context of social, economic and political forces within American society.

5 Units

Individuals/Cultures/Societies

5 Units

Visual, Literary and Perf Arts

5 Units