BIO – Biological Science
Biological Science
Credits: 3
Minimum of 62 credit hours
This comprehensive two-year program prepares the student for transfer to a Baccalaureate
degree-granting institution. The music program offers a broad range of courses and
activities for students interested in developing skills in music theory and performance.
Vocal, keyboard, or instrumental skills may be emphasized. In courses such as music
theory, applied music and music literature, students study performance techniques,
harmony and analysis, and the evolution of musical history and form. Music students
should be creative, self-confident, and have a strong interest in the performing arts.
An associate degree in Music provides the student with the background necessary for
transfer to a four-year college or university and completion of a baccalaureate degree.
Upon completion of their education, students may find career opportunities in such
areas as performing, composing, arranging, teaching, music ministry, or music therapy.
Course ID | Course Name | Credits | Type | Min GD |
---|---|---|---|---|
Term 1 | ||||
SCL 1001 | Success in College and Life | 1 | Life Skills | |
Students will learn best practices for academic, career, and personal success. Students will discover their individual strengths, interests, and values to create a personalized plan; select and utilize resources that are applicable to their growth and success; and engage as active and responsible members of the academic community. This course should be taken during a student’s first semester of college work at Oklahoma City Community College and is a required course in degree plans to satisfy the Life Skills requirement.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate reading/writing assessment scores | ||||
MU 1141 | Individual Instruction | 1* | Major | |
The student will receive individual instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. The course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level for a Music major toward the associate degree is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | 1* | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
HIST 1483 | U.S. History to 1877 | OR | Gen Ed | |
After analyzing events in American history from 1400 to 1877 in such areas as revolution, geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
HIST 1493 | U.S. History 1877 to Present | 3 | Gen Ed | |
After analyzing events in American history from 1877 to the present in such areas as geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
Term 2 | ||||
MU 1141 | Individual Instruction | * | Major | |
The student will receive individual instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. The course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level for a Music major toward the associate degree is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | * | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 1124 | Music Theory I | 4 | Major | |
This course will develop notational skills in music theory through the study of triad function, beginning harmonic analysis, basic principles of voice leading, connection of SATB triads in root position and inversion, phrase structure, and cadences. The foregoing skills will be demonstrated through the partwriting of bass lines and reinforced through correlated aural and keyboard application exercises.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures and MATH 0103 or adequate math placement. | ||||
ENGL 1113 | English Composition I | 3 | Gen Ed | |
The student will write well-developed compositions which demonstrate the principles of unity, coherence, and organization and which contain specific details and vivid language. The students will locate library material and incorporate researched materials into compositions.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
Term 3 | ||||
MU 1241 | Individual Instruction | 1* | Major | |
This course is continuation of MU 1141. Technical skills will be reinforced and built upon. The student will receive individual instruction for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 1141 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | 1* | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 1224 | Music Theory II | 4 | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 1124 Music Theory I. The student will develop additional skills in music theory through the study of the principles of harmonic progression, harmonization of bass and soprano lines, and the use of non-harmonic tones. Compositional analysis and original composition also will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.Prerequisites: MU 1124 | ||||
ENGL 1213 | English Composition II | 3 | Gen Ed | |
In this advanced writing course, students will create essays that explore and evaluate a variety of issues and perspectives suggested by fiction, poetry, drama, essays, and other types of cultural texts. Students will refine and augment the writing techniques they learned in ENGL 1113 or ENGL 1103 to develop well- reasoned, well-structured arguments in a clear, fluid, and engaging prose style.Prerequisites: ENGL 1103 or ENGL 1113 taken within the last year, with strong encouragement for immediate continuation. | ||||
Term 4 | ||||
MU 1241 | Individual Instruction | * | Major | |
This course is continuation of MU 1141. Technical skills will be reinforced and built upon. The student will receive individual instruction for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 1141 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | * | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 2314 | Music Theory III | 4 | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 1224 Music Theory II. The student will study the usage of dominant and non-dominant seventh chords, secondary dominant chords, borrowed chords, and modulation. Harmonization of bass and soprano lines, compositional analysis, and original composition will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.Prerequisites: MU 1224 | ||||
BIO | Biological Science | 3-4 | Gen Ed | |
Biological Science | ||||
Term 5 | ||||
PHYS | Any Physical Science | 3-4 | Gen Ed | |
Any Physical Science | ||||
MATH 1483 | Functions and Modeling | OR | Gen Ed | |
The student will demonstrate: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function and
specifically of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; the ability to solve systems of
equations by utilizing matrices and determinants; and, the ability to solve practical problems using
algebraic and digital techniques. Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
MATH 1503 | Contemporary Mathematics | OR | Gen Ed | |
A study of the mathematics needed for critical evaluation of quantitative information and arguments (including logic, critical appraisal of graphs and tables); use of simple mathematical models, and an introduction to elementary statistics. Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement. Pre or Co-requisite ENGL 0203 | ||||
MATH 2013 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 | Gen Ed | |
The student will solve problems applying the concepts of random sampling, elementary probability, testing hypotheses, descriptive measures, chi-square, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance.Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
Term 6 | ||||
MU 2141 | Individual Instruction | 1* | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 1241. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 1241 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | 1* | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
MU 2414 | Music Theory IV | 4 | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 2314 Music Theory III. The student will study augmented sixth chords, Neopolitan and altered dominant chords, and modulation with the diminished seventh and major-minor seventh chords. Harmonization of bass and soprano lines, compositional analysis, and original composition will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.Prerequisites: MU 2314 | ||||
Term 7 | ||||
MU 2141 | Individual Instruction | * | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 1241. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 1241 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | * | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
HUM 1113 | Music Appreciation | 3 | Gen Ed | |
After listening to and studying a variety of pieces representative of traditional forms of music, the student will identify and describe each of these forms. Emphasis will be on listening and the development of informed, critical listening habits. Attendance at musical concerts is required. This course is designed for non-music majors.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
POLSC 1113 | American Federal Government | 3 | Gen Ed | |
A study of the principles, structure, processes and functions of the United States federal government.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures | ||||
Term 8 | ||||
MU 2241 | Individual Instruction | 1* | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 2141. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 2141 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | 1* | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
HUM | Humanities Elective | 3 | Gen Ed | |
Humanities elective | ||||
GEN ED | Gen Ed Elective | 3 | Gen Ed | |
General Education elective | ||||
Term 9 | ||||
MU 2241 | Individual Instruction | * | Major | |
This course is a continuation of MU 2141. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: MU 2141 | ||||
MU 1151 | Group Instruction | * | Major | |
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score | ||||
GEN ED | Gen Ed Elective | 6 | Gen Ed | |
General Education elective |
*16 week course offered during two 8-week terms
Major Courses: (24 Credit Hours) Music: MU 1124;Â MU 1224; MU 2314; MU 2414;Â MU 1141;
MU 1241; MU 2141; MU 2241; MU 1151 (Minimum four credit hours)Â
General Education Courses: (37 Credit Hours) English: ENGL 1113; ENGL 1213; Political
Science: POLSC 1113; History: HIST 1483 or HIST 1493; *Sciences: Three to four credit
hours of general education Physical Science; three to four credit hours of general
education Biological Science: one of the science courses must include a lab component;
Mathematics: MATHÂ 1483 or MATH 1503 or MATH 2013; Humanities: HUM 1113; three credit
hours Humanities Gen Ed Electives; Electives:Â Nine credit hours General Education
Electives
Life Skills Courses: (1 credit hour) Life Skills: SCL 1001
Support Courses: None
Notes: This program is designed for students planning to continue their education
at a four-year college or university. See University Parallel/Transfer Programs in
the general information section of the catalog.
Biological Science
Credits: 3
General Education elective
Credits: 3
Humanities elective
Credits: 3
Any Physical Science
Credits: 3
The student will write well-developed compositions which demonstrate the principles of unity, coherence, and organization and which contain specific details and vivid language. The students will locate library material and incorporate researched materials into compositions.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
In this advanced writing course, students will create essays that explore and evaluate a variety of issues and perspectives suggested by fiction, poetry, drama, essays, and other types of cultural texts. Students will refine and augment the writing techniques they learned in ENGL 1113 or ENGL 1103 to develop well- reasoned, well-structured arguments in a clear, fluid, and engaging prose style.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1103 or ENGL 1113 taken within the last year, with strong encouragement for immediate continuation.
Credits: 3
After analyzing events in American history from 1400 to 1877 in such areas as revolution, geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
After analyzing events in American history from 1877 to the present in such areas as geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
After listening to and studying a variety of pieces representative of traditional forms of music, the student will identify and describe each of these forms. Emphasis will be on listening and the development of informed, critical listening habits. Attendance at musical concerts is required. This course is designed for non-music majors.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
The student will demonstrate: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function and
specifically of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; the ability to solve systems of
equations by utilizing matrices and determinants; and, the ability to solve practical problems using
algebraic and digital techniques.
Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
A study of the mathematics needed for critical evaluation of quantitative information and arguments (including logic, critical appraisal of graphs and tables); use of simple mathematical models, and an introduction to elementary statistics.
Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement. Pre or Co-requisite ENGL 0203
Credits: 3
The student will solve problems applying the concepts of random sampling, elementary probability, testing hypotheses, descriptive measures, chi-square, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance.
Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
This course will develop notational skills in music theory through the study of triad function, beginning harmonic analysis, basic principles of voice leading, connection of SATB triads in root position and inversion, phrase structure, and cadences. The foregoing skills will be demonstrated through the partwriting of bass lines and reinforced through correlated aural and keyboard application exercises.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures and MATH 0103 or adequate math placement.
Credits: 4
The student will receive individual instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. The course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level for a Music major toward the associate degree is two credit hours.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score
Credits: 1
The student will receive group instruction in beginning techniques for a musical instrument. The course may be repeated until the student’s skills are proficient enough to enter MU 1241. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score
Credits: 1
This course is a continuation of MU 1124 Music Theory I. The student will develop additional skills in music theory through the study of the principles of harmonic progression, harmonization of bass and soprano lines, and the use of non-harmonic tones. Compositional analysis and original composition also will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.
Prerequisites: MU 1124
Credits: 4
This course is continuation of MU 1141. Technical skills will be reinforced and built upon. The student will receive individual instruction for a musical instrument. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a music major is two credit hours.
Prerequisites: MU 1141
Credits: 1
This course is a continuation of MU 1241. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.
Prerequisites: MU 1241
Credits: 1
This course is a continuation of MU 2141. Objectives will be geared toward the study of challenging repertoire which demonstrates the skills and techniques studied. Performance in at least one studio recital will be expected. This course may be repeated. Maximum credit at this level toward the associate degree for a Music major is two credit hours.
Prerequisites: MU 2141
Credits: 1
This course is a continuation of MU 1224 Music Theory II. The student will study the usage of dominant and non-dominant seventh chords, secondary dominant chords, borrowed chords, and modulation. Harmonization of bass and soprano lines, compositional analysis, and original composition will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.
Prerequisites: MU 1224
Credits: 4
This course is a continuation of MU 2314 Music Theory III. The student will study augmented sixth chords, Neopolitan and altered dominant chords, and modulation with the diminished seventh and major-minor seventh chords. Harmonization of bass and soprano lines, compositional analysis, and original composition will be emphasized. Correlated aural and keyboard application exercises will be an integral part of the course.
Prerequisites: MU 2314
Credits: 4
A study of the principles, structure, processes and functions of the United States federal government.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
Students will learn best practices for academic, career, and personal success. Students will discover their individual strengths, interests, and values to create a personalized plan; select and utilize resources that are applicable to their growth and success; and engage as active and responsible members of the academic community. This course should be taken during a student’s first semester of college work at Oklahoma City Community College and is a required course in degree plans to satisfy the Life Skills requirement.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate reading/writing assessment scores
Credits: 1
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