Music, Fine Arts, AA
Program Description
The Associate of Arts, Fine Arts, Music is a transferable degree offering classes in traditional Western European “classical” music appreciation, historical surveys of jazz and rock music, as well as music recording technology. Music theory is offered and complemented with classes in sight singing and ear training. Classes are also available that will serve as introductions to basic piano, guitar, and vocal techniques.
Recommended Course Schedule
| 1st semester | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | Composition I or Composition Enhanced or Composition I for International and Multilingual Students | 3 |
| Foreign Language 6 | 4 | |
| Mathematics 4 | 3 | |
| MUS 101 | Music Fundamentals | 3 |
| MUS 111 or MUS 112 | Piano Class I or Piano Class II | 2-3 |
| Select Any MUSE course 5 | 1 | |
| Semester Total | 16 | |
| 2nd semester | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| Foreign Language 6 | 4 | |
| Fine Arts 5 | 3 | |
| Any MUS elective course 5 | 3 | |
| Any MUSA course 5 | 1-2 | |
| Any MUSE course 5 | 1 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 3rd semester | ||
| Elective 6 | 3 | |
| MUS 203 | Music Theory I | 3 |
| MUS 211 | Sight-Singing and Dictation I | 1 |
| Select any MUSA course 5 | 1-2 | |
| Select any MUSE course 5 | 1 | |
| Science 4 | 3 | |
| Social Science/U.S. NV Constitutions 5 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| 4th semester | ||
| Elective 6 | 3 | |
| MUS 204 | Music Theory II | 3 |
| MUS 212 | Sight-Singing and Dictation II | 1 |
| Any MUSA course 5 | 1-2 | |
| Diversity/Humanities 5 | 3 | |
| Science 4 | 3 | |
| Semester Total | 14 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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See program recommendations and requirements. Students transferring to UNR should consult with an advisor.
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Program Requirements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university.
To earn an AA/AS degree, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
- Satisfy General Education requirements for the AA/AS.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| English | 3-6 | |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
| Music Appreciation | ||
| Foreign Language 3 | 0-8 | |
| Humanities | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
| Theatre: a Cultural Context | ||
| World Religions 3 | ||
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Fundamentals of College Mathematics (or higher) | ||
| Science | 6 | |
| Social Science | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
| American Experiences and Constitutional Change | ||
| Additional College Requirements | ||
| Diversity | [3] | |
Recommended: | ||
| Theatre: a Cultural Context 2 | ||
| U.S. and Nevada Constitutions | [3] | |
Recommended: | ||
| American Experiences and Constitutional Change 2 | ||
| Degree Requirements | ||
| MUS 101 | Music Fundamentals | 3 |
| MUS 111 | Piano Class I | 2 |
| or MUS 112 | Piano Class II | |
| MUS 203 | Music Theory I | 3 |
| MUS 204 | Music Theory II | 3 |
| MUS 211 | Sight-Singing and Dictation I | 1 |
| MUS 212 | Sight-Singing and Dictation II | 1 |
| Any MUSA course | 3 | |
| Any MUSE course | 3 | |
| Elective Requirements | ||
| Select 9-20 units. 3 | 9-20 | |
| Vocal Techniques | ||
| Guitar Class I | ||
| Guitar Class II | ||
| Survey of Jazz | ||
| History of Rock Music | ||
| Recording Technology I | ||
| Recording Technology II | ||
| Virtual Studio Technology II (new course) | ||
| Virtual Studio Technology I | ||
| Special Topics in Music | ||
| Introduction to Acting I | ||
| Introduction to Musical Theatre Literature | ||
| General Internship Program | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
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If you place into ENG 102 or ENG 114, the additional 3 required units will become elective credit.
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Course may also count toward degree requirements. Please consult with Academic Advisement.
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14 units of Foreign Language will be required for students transferring to UNR. Please consult with a faculty advisor regarding recommended and elective course selection.
Program Outcomes
Students completing the degree will:
PSLO1: Articulate the language of music, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking about music.
PSLO2: Synthesize all aspects of music theory, including harmonic and formal analysis, rhythm, as well as the practical application of theoretical concepts in sight-singing and ear training classes.
PSLO3: Apply skills in applied music, whether instrumental or vocal, and a basic understanding of playing piano.
PSLO4: Demonstrate competence as a performing musician through participation in Concert Band, Concert Choir, or Musical Theatre ensembles.
Transfer Agreements
AA/AS degrees are designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. General information about general transfer agreements can be found on the Academic Advisement website. Students who intend to transfer to another college or university should speak with a TMCC Academic Advisor and consult with that institution. The transfer institution determines how TMCC courses will transfer. TMCC has agreements with the following institutions towards a bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline.
