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Mechanical Technology
  

  • MET 120 - Manufacturing Processes

    2 Cr.
    A course for students who have a background in machining and have knowledge of the tooling, equipment, and terminology used in a metals working shop. It is an introduction to the variety of manufacturing methods, processes, tooling and equipment used in the metal working industry. Topics will emphasize metal removal, joining, forming, measurement, gaging and casting. Students will be expected to demonstrate competence in professional presentation of technical material.

    Co-Requisites: MAT 110


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  • MET 125 - Mechanical Processes

    3 Cr.
    Theory of a variety of manufacturing methods, manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment. Topics include forging, die casting, casting, plastic molding, welding and production machining. The student will be introduced to various machine tools in the laboratory.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 005 or equivalent.
    Co-Requisites: MET125L and MAT 005 or equivalent.


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  • MET 205 - Mechanics of Materials

    3 Cr.
    Concepts of stress and strain, normal stress, shear stress, axial loading, torsion, beams, combined loading and combined stresses, deflection of beams, principal stresses; theories of failures, welded, riveted and bolted connections, columns; introduction to experimental stress analysis methods, laboratory report writing and an oral presentation.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 111 and TEC 120.


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  • MET 220 - Machine Design & Mechanisms I

    4 Cr.
    Theory is adapted to practical design of machine elements with an emphasis on the engineering approach and the exercise of judgment. Topics include the kinematic analysis of linkages, cams, gears, and gear trains. Strength and design characteristics of selected machine elements such as gears, shafts, belts and chains are also considered. Students will also be required to prepare a resume and letter of application.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MET 110 and either TEC 120 or DRF 188.
    Co-Requisites: MET220D


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  • MET 235 - Machine Design & Mechanisms II

    4 Cr.
    Continuation of MET 220 including columns, springs, shafts, keys, couplings, bearings, fasteners, brakes and clutches. Emphasis in the drawing laboratory will be placed on combining various elements into the design of systems and machines. Students will be expected to demonstrate competence in professional presentation of technical material. (Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MET 205 and MET 220
    Co-Requisites: MET235L


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  • MET 250 - Advanced Process-The CNC Approach

    3 Cr.
    Use of selected manufacturing methods utilizing CNC programming as the basis for control of machine. Typical topics may include machine language, incremental and absolute CNC programming, polar and cartesian coordinate systems, machine controls, tool path compensation, use of Compact and Apt as programming tools, CAD/CAM relationships and tool selection. The student will be expected to have adequate basic skills so as to pursue the “hands on” aspects in the machine tool laboratory. If time allows, additional topics may be chosen from the following areas: casting, die casting, cold working, hot working, press forming, welding, machining processes, measurement and gaging, oxyacetylene brazing/welding, arc welding or inert gas welding.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MET 125, MAT 111 and or permission of the instructor.
    Co-Requisites: MET250L


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  • MET 260 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics

    3 Cr.
    Basic principles of fluid mechanics as applied to the areas of fluid power and piping. Topics include hydrostatics, flow equations and pressure loss calculations for pipes and fittings. Characteristics of cylinders, pumps, valves and flow through restrictions such as orifices and nozzles are considered. Laboratory experiments entail the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic devices and make use of computer reduction of data.

    Pre-Requisites: MAT 110 or equivalent.
    Co-Requisites: MET260L


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  • MET 270 - Instrumentation

    3 Cr.
    Study of process instrumentation from a mechanical point of view. Topics include calibration procedures, methods and devices for measuring quantities such as pressure, liquid level, temperature and flow. Laboratory sessions develop the ability to set up, calibrate and operate instruments and to write technical reports.

    Pre-Requisites: ELT 110, MET 260, TEC 110 or equivalent.
    Co-Requisites: MET270L


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Medical Assistant
  

  • MED 101 - OSHA/CLIA Regulations

    1 Cr.
    This is an introductory course that deals with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) and CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act) regulations as they apply to the physician’s office. An overview and interpretation of these rules and regulations will be presented. Students will be required to know the laws, implications and guidelines that must be followed in this type of employment. These topics will be stressed throughout the Medical Assisting program. (MED 103, MED 104, MED160, MED162, MED 261, MED 262, BIO 221, and BIO 240).(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 102 and MED 135
    Co-Requisites: MED 102 and MED 135


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  • MED 102 - Patient Communication

    1 Cr.
    This course will deal with communication skills that are necessary in dealing with patients in the physician’s office setting. Taking a medical history or interviewing a patient prior to the physician’s examination warrants the need for good communication skills. The understanding of verbal and nonverbal skills will be stressed. Patient rights, difficult or hostile patients, dealing with stressed patients, and obtaining useful information for the physician will be some of the topic areas discussed.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 101 and MED 135
    Co-Requisites: MED 101 and MED 135


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  • MED 103L - Phlebotomy Lab

    1 Cr.
    This course deals with the role of the Medical Assistant as a Phlebotomist in the POL (Physicians office laboratory). Students will gain knowledge of: equipment selection and preparation, asepsis in handling blood and equipment, proper disposal of blood contaminated materials, collection process (capillary and venipuncture), proper labeling, documentation and transport of specimens. Students will be evaluated on performance of procedures and completion of the collection process.(Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: BIO 213 and BIO 214.


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  • MED 104L - Basic ECG for Medical Assistants

    1 Cr.
    This course will provide students with introductory preparation in the use of electrocardiographic equipment to include, basic maintenance, minor trouble shooting procedures and basic knowledge of electrocardiography. Proper mounting techniques, lead selection, proper labeling and all necessary documentation will be covered.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: BIO 213 and BIO 214.


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  • MED 135 - Medical Ethics

    1 Cr.
    This course will deal with the implications of law and ethics for the Allied Health professions. Topics will cover a wide range of legal and ethical issues that involve medical offices and hospitals. Students will discuss laws, O.S.H.A. rules and regulations, importance of laws for health professionals, public health/duties, consent, medical records, documentation/record keeping, cultural differences/legal aspects and bioethical issues.(Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 101 and MED 102
    Co-Requisites: MED 101 and MED 102


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  • MED 137 - Medical Assistant Externship I

    3 Cr.
    The student will have the opportunity to study and observe the functioning of a private practice medical office/hospital office. The student will also participate in the functioning of the office and develop skills in the delivery of appropriate responsibilities. Total of 160 hours of work experience. Students will be required to complete 80 hours in administrative and 80 hours in clinical skills in their externship.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 134, MED 135, MED 160, MED 162, MED 261, MED 262, BIO 213, HED 214, OFT 121, OFT 132, and OFT 153.


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  • MED 160 - Basic Patient Care

    2 Cr.
    A study of basic patient care, nursing techniques, approaches and intervention for non-nursing students. Topics include safe patient care; hygiene and patient comfort, nutritional needs, vital signs, positioning and observation of the patient, special techniques and medical records.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 261
    Co-Requisites: MED 261


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  • MED 162 - Basic Patient Care II

    2 Cr.
    Patient care clinical techniques are reinforced from MED 160 and MED 261, Part I. A continuation of MED 261L, Basic Patient Care I Laboratory, that includes preparing for and assisting in minor office surgeries, handling of medical office emergencies, assisting with laboratory/other medical office emergencies, assisting with laboratory/other diagnostic assessment, EKG’s, Radiography, and dealing with other ancillary allied health fields. Performance evaluations of all procedures must be successfully completed to pass this course.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 160 and MED 261L.
    Co-Requisites: MED262L


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  • MED 261L - Basic Patient Care I Lab

    1 Cr.
    A study of patient preparation, positioning, draping, taking and recording vital signs, assisting the physician with the examination, instruments and suture care, and care of the examining room and equipment before and after patient care.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MED 160
    Co-Requisites: MED 160


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Military Science
  
  

Music
  

  • MUS 100 - Exploring the Arts

    3 Cr.
    This course is intended to be an introductory, interdisciplinary exposure to the visual, verbal, and performing arts. The basic elements of many art forms will be investigated, as well as concepts each form has in common with the other. Distinctive characteristics of music, painting, sculpture, architecture, theatre, dance and photography will serve as focal points. The course is also available as ART 100 and THA 100. It is open to music and art majors. The course is recommended for the non-music and non-art major or students without previous music or artistic experience. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Western Civilization (WC)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 101 - Music Appreciation

    3 Cr.
    This course is an introduction to the musical styles, forms, and composers through the history of music. Material discussed in terms of the elements of music, musical instruments, and performing ensembles. The ability to read musical notation is not necessary. The course is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 102 - Foundations of Music Theory

    3 Cr.
    This course is an introductory course that presents the basics of musical notation. Topics covered include melodic and rhythmic notation, clefs, scales, key signatures, principles of rhythm and chord symbols. The ability to read music notation is the course content. The course is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 103 - Beginning Voice Class

    1 Cr.
    An introduction to solo singing for the beginner. The course will focus on the techniques of achieving and maintaining vocal health, posture, breath control, support, projection, diction and expanding the vocal range. Also included are basic musicianship skills and music appreciation. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (A)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 104 - ST: Electric Rock Guitar Styles

    3 Cr.
    This course is an overview of electric guitar styles used in playing the blues, rock music and modern guitar playing styles used in music through the present day. It includes the study of major and minor pentatonic scales and inversions, and the Dorian and mixolydian modes, scales, inversions of scales. It will expand the player’s ability to produce sound through the incorporation of natural modes and the harmonic minor scale. It will explore variations heard in the traditional vocabulary of guitar chords including turnabouts, the use of barre chords, power chords, open position chords, and movable chords. Analysis of playing styles will include such artists as B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Kirk Hammett, Tom Morello, and others. Styles will be developed by playing classic blues songs, classic rock songs such as “Purple Haze”, “Hey Joe”, “Sunshine of Your Love”, “Layla” and “Heartbreaker”, and modern rock songs. Students will also explore current trends of electric rock guitar playing styles.

    Pre-Requisites: Six months playing experience.


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  • MUS 107 - Performance Experience I

    2 Cr.
    This course will enable the music major to participate in solos and small ensemble playing. Students will prepare and perform ensemble musical pieces (solos, duets, trios, quartets etc.) from a variety of historical eras (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century). Music will be chosen based on the instrumentation enrolled, ability of the individual players, musical interest of the students and performance opportunities. The course will remain flexible to accommodate the individual performance abilities of students enrolled. The course is open to the non-music major with permission of the Music Coordinator. Students must currently be taking private lesson instruction. (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: Student must be currently taking private lesson instruction
    Co-Requisites: Student must be currently taking private lesson instruction


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  • MUS 108 - Performance Experience II

    2 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 107 Performance Experience I. It will enable the music major to participate in solos and small ensemble playing. Students will prepare and perform ensemble musical pieces (solos, duets, trios, quartets etc.) from a variety of historical eras (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century). Music will be chosen based on the instrumentation enrolled, ability of the individual players, musical interest of the students and performance opportunities. The course will remain flexible to accommodate the individual performance abilities of students enrolled. The course is open to the non-music major with permission of the Music Coordinator.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 107.


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  • MUS 112 - ST: Guitar Class

    1 Cr.
    Guitar Class is a course for those wishing to play the guitar for personal enjoyment. The course offers a-hands on approach to playing the guitar. It is an introduction to the techniques of basic electrical and acoustic guitar playing for guitar and bass with emphasis on popular music styles to include Rock, Folk and Blue. Reading notation and the exploration of open and moveable chord structure will be covered, as well as simple accompaniment patterns. Students must provide their own instruments.((Usually offered in the Fall and Spring semesters.))


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  • MUS 114 - All College Band II

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 113 Performance Experience: Wind Ensemble I. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of band/wind literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 113.


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  • MUS 115 - Music: Introduction Thru Class Era

    3 Cr.
    This survey course emphasizes the study of musical styles, forms and composers from the Middle Ages (ca. 600) through the Classical (ca.1875). Music studied will include: chant, motet, chanson, madrigal, oratorio, opera, concerto, symphony, string quartet and other vocal and instrumental forms. Acquisition of musical vocabulary through reading, writing and listening will be emphasized. It is helpful for students to read musical notation, but not a necessity. This is a web-based course intended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience

    Pre-Requisites: none
    none
    Co-Requisites: none


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  • MUS 116 - Music: Romantic & 20th Century

    3 Cr.
    This is a web based course intended for the non-music major or students without prior music experience. The study of musical styles, forms, and composer from the Romantic (1850) through the 20th century. Music studied will include: symphonic works, chamber music, opera, and a variety of small ensemble and solo vocabulary through reading, writing, and listening, will be stressed. It is helpful for students to read musical notation, but not a necessity. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042, ENG 099, or waiver through testing.


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  • MUS 117 - Music History & Repertoire I

    3 Cr.
    The study of musical styles, forms, and composers from Antiquity through the Middle Ages, Baroque, and Classical eras (to 1800); in addition, major historical events will be covered as they relate to and impact the music of each period. Composers¿ repertoire will be studied in depth, and thus the ability to read music is essential. The course is required of Music Majors, and recommended for non-majors with previous music experience. Restricted to Music Major or with permission of the instructor. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Humanities (H)(Usually offered Spring semester.)


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  • MUS 118 - Music History & Repertoire II

    3 Cr.
    This course is the study of musical styles, forms and composers from the Pre-Romantic Era (1800) through the Nationalistic, Impressionistic, 12-tone, Experimental and Minimalist periods: in addition, necessity. The course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with previous music experience. Composer’s repertoire will be studied in depth and thus the ability to read musician is a necessity. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Spring semester.)


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  • MUS 119 - Music and Political Action

    3 Cr.
    Music and Political Action is a survey course which chronologically overviews important political, social, military, and religious events and then the music associated with those important events. Students will be introduced to various composers, musical styles, and musical pieces as they directly relate to historically significant circumstances, situations, events, and developments within World and American History. Contexts for these important events will be drawn from and traced to influences found in the annals of Western Civilization. This is a web-based course; while previous musical experience is helpful, it is not required. Recommended for the music major and for the non-music major with previous music experience. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Western Civilization (WC)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: AAC 042, ENG 099, or waiver through testing.


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  • MUS 125 - Beginning Guitar Class

    1 Cr.
    This course is an introduction to the techniques of basic electrical or acoustic guitar playing, with emphasis on note reading, chord reading, accompanying, and several musical styles. Students must provide their own instruments. The course is open to music majors and non-music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 126 - Guitar II

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of Guitar I (MUS 125), continuing techniques of note reading, chord reading, and accompanying, with emphasis on popular music styles including Jazz, Folk and Blues styles. Students must provide their own instruments. The course is open to music majors and non-music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)((Usually offered in the Spring semester.))

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 125, or permission of the Music Coordinator.


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  • MUS 127 - Electric Blues Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course is an overview of electric guitar styles used in playing the blues. It includes the study of scales, inversions of scales, major and minor pentatonic scales and inversions, and the Dorian and mixolydian modes. Turnarounds and the twelve bar blues song form will be explored through a variety of blues songs. Analysis of playing styles will include such artists as B.B. King, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn and others. This course is open to the non-music major. Students must provide their own instrument. Students must have six months or more experience playing the guitar. It is not necessary to read musical notation or tablature.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 128 - Classic Rock Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course is an overview of electric guitar styles used in playing rock music from the 1960’s through the 1980’s. It includes the study of barre chords, power chords, open position chords, movable chords. Analysis of playing styles will include such artists as Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, and others. Classic rock playing styles will be developed by playing classic rock songs such as Purple Haze, Hey Joe, Sunshine of Your Love, Layla and Heartbreaker. This course is open to the non-music major. Students must provide their own instrument. Students must have six months or more experience playing the guitar. It is not necessary to read musical notation or tablature.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 129 - Modern Rock Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course is an overview of modern guitar styles used in playing rock music from the 1990¿s through the present. It will explore variations heard in the traditional vocabulary of rock guitar chords. It will expand the player’s ability to produce sound through the incorporation of natural modes and the harmonic minor scale. Analysis of playing styles will include such artists as Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Kirk Hammett, Tom Morello, and others. Modern rock playing styles will be developed through the investigation of current trends. This course is open to the non-music major. Students must provide their own instrument. Students must have twelve months or more experience playing the guitar. It is not necessary to read musical notation or tablature.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 130 - Urban Music

    1 Cr.
    This course is designed to explore urban music, 1950 through the present day. Musical forms such as BeBop, Funk, Rap, Hip Hop, and others will be covered. Individual contributors will be discussed along with musical groups identified with the values and politics of their respective generations. The ability to read music notation is not a necessity. It is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. It can serve as a music elective for music majors.((Usually offered every other semester.))


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  • MUS 131 - World Music

    1 Cr.
    An introduction of the distinctive settings, sound and significance of world music. Music studied includes: the music of Western Europe, the African Continent, Indonesia, the British Isles, Latin America, Asia and others. Topics discussed includes: the characteristics of sound, the classification of musical instruments, the process of creativity, music and identity, music as a commodity, the effects of diaspora, music and technology, and music in the global marketplace. This course is open to the non-music major. It is not necessary to read musical notation.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 132 - Women In Music

    1 Cr.
    This course will survey and examine the musical achievements and contributions of selected women musicians from antiquity to the present time. Experiences of women as composers, performers, teachers, writers, instrument builders, patrons, librarians, entrepreneurs, as well as their major influences on prominent male composers will be studied in historical context. (Usually offered every other semester.)


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  • MUS 133 - American Popular Music

    3 Cr.
    This course is a survey of American popular music from its roots to the present day. It will trace the acculturation process to the creation of Jazz and Rock n¿ Roll to present day popular music forms. It investigates American music as it relates to cultural and social events, as well as discussing music in terms of structure and artistic value. The ability to read music notation is not a necessity. The course is required of Music majors and recommended for the non-Music major or students without previous music experience. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 134 - Jazz Combo I

    1 Cr.
    This course gives students the opportunity to learn techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a  jazz combo. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. Entering students must have playing experience, be able to play two octave major scales, and have basic reading ability. The Jazz Combo is open to the non-majors as well as music majors. Students must provide their own instruments.  (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 135 - Jazz Ensemble II

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of MUS 134, Jazz Ensemble I. An instrumental ensemble that performs stage band literature from the 1920¿s to the present. Students learn the basics of several Jazz styles, techniques, phrasing, and articulations. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 134


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  • MUS 136 - Music For Film

    1 Cr.
    This course provides a chronological overview of music’s role in film. It introduces the basic elements of music and narrative film to help beginners appreciate the combined artistic effects of the two forms. It focuses on film’s most significant works. It looks at film’s history in relation to trends in other artistic mediums, such as the development of rock and roll, and in the context of world and national events such as the Cold War, space exploration, and Vietnam.


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  • MUS 137 - ST: Music for Film

    3 Cr.
    This course provides a chronological overview of music’s role in film. It introduces the basic elements of music and narrative film in an effort to understand the combined artistic effects of the two forms. It also looks at film history in relation to trends in other artistic mediums and in the context of world and national events.(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 138 - All College Choir I

    1 Cr.
    A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, choreography, creative movement, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus. Audition required. Students must be able to meet the physical demands of active performance. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: Previous choral ensemble experience.


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  • MUS 139 - All College Choir II

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of Choir I (MUS 138). A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, choreography, creative movement, and will perform several times each semester on and off campus. Audition required. Students must be able to meet the physical demands of active performance. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 138


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  • MUS 142 - Guitar Ensemble I

    1 Cr.
    This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of guitar literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-Music majors and Music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 126 or permission of the instructor


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  • MUS 143 - Guitar Ensemble II

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 142, Performance Experience: Guitar Ensemble I. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of guitar literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-Music majors and Music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 142


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  • MUS 146 - Rock Ensemble I

    1 Cr.
    Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.  Student must own their instrument and have at least six months playing experience.  (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 147 - Rock Ensemble II

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of Rock Ensemble I (MUS146). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 146.


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  • MUS 150 - Introduction to Sound

    3 Cr.
    A lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance operation course. The content areas include responsibility of the technician, principles of sound, equipment, all aspects of sound design from pre-production through post production. The practical experience would be provided through participation in one or more of the productions presented in the theatre spaces (not limited to theatre productions). Also available as THA 150.


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  • MUS 159 - Experimental Music Lab I

    1 Cr.
    The personal computer has revolutionized the creation of music. Computers have simplified complicated musical operations such as musical notation and sound reproduction. However, their resources are seldom incorporated into live performance idioms, specifically in an ensemble setting. The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music. The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on instrument design, composition, and music making with the portable computer as instrument. The course will look at how various composers and engineers have addressed the challenges posed by laptop ensembles and brainstorm new approaches. It will explore what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. At times the class will divide into smaller groups to teach experience-appropriate skills as needed. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.(Usually meets Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 160 - ST: Laptop Ensemble II

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 159 Laptop Ensemble I. The primary goal of this course is to provide an ensemble for the composition and collaborative performance of electronic music. The course will offer students the opportunity to act as researchers, composers, performers, and software developers, with focused attention on instrument design, composition, and music making with the portable computer as instrument. The course will look at how various composers and engineers have addressed the challenges posed by laptop ensembles and brainstorm new approaches. It will explore what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. At times the class will divide into smaller groups to teach experience-appropriate skills as needed. Experience with programming languages is not required but will be beneficial. Students must provide their own laptops. The course is designed for the Music and Audio Recording Production major but is open to all majors.(Usually meets Fall and Spring semesters.)


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  • MUS 171 - Written Theory I

    3 Cr.
    This course is designed for the music major with a background in aural theory. The course deals with melodic and rhythmic dictation, identifying scales, intervals, models and embellishments, triad positions, chord function, cadences and non-harmonic tones. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 181
    Students are to be simultaneously enrolled in Aural and Keyboard Skills I (MUS 181).
    Co-Requisites: MUS 181


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  • MUS 172 - Written Theory II

    3 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of Written Theory I (MUS 171). Students are to be simultaneously enrolled in Aural and Keyboard Skills II (MUS 182). Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 171 or permission of the Music Coordinator and MUS 182
    Co-Requisites: MUS 182


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  • MUS 181 - Aural and Keyboard Skills I

    3 Cr.
    This course emphasizes the integration of skills students need in order to understand and recall common musical patterns. This course integrates the skills needed to understand and recall common musical patterns by singing, playing, notating, and identifying. Skills include singing major and minor solfege with movable do, diatonic modes, scales, chords, intervals, and use of Kodaly rhythmic syllables in simple and compound meter. The ability to identify and notate modes, scales, intervals, triads, single line melodies and two part counterpoint. The ability to play at the keyboard diatonic modal and scaler patterns, harmonize melodies, and read simple pieces at sight. This course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with previous music theory experience.(Usually offered in the Fall semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: Music Major or permission of Music Department Coordinator and MUS 171
    Co-Requisites: MUS 171


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  • MUS 182 - Aural and Keyboard Skills II

    3 Cr.
    This course continues Aural and Keyboards Skills I (MUS 181). It integrates the skills needed to understand and recall common musical patterns by singing, playing, notating, and identifying melodies and harmonies. Skills include the singing of chromatically altered scale degrees, seventh chords, and the use of Kodaly rhythmic syllables including triplets and syncopation, along with cadence identification. It continues the ability to play at the keyboard including basic I-V phrase modals expanded to secondary dominance and an introduction to secondary harmonies. This course is required of music, majors, and recommended for non-majors who have had previous music theory experience and completed MUS 181.(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 181 or permission of Music Department Coordinator and MUS 172
    Co-Requisites: MUS 172


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  • MUS 190 - Critical Listening and Acoustics

    3 Cr.
    A lecture-demonstration course, Critical Listening and Acoustics will introduce the student to all the elements that make up a successful recording. From initial considerations of the recording environment, through differences in instrument types and microphone types, to various techniques for recording directly versus acoustical pick-up of the sound source, the student will gain knowledge of current techniques and practices and understand what the cause and effect relationships are. Through evaluating current master recordings, ear training drills, and first hand experience of various acoustical environments the student will learn how to identify critical elements of sound, effects, and balance in recordings.


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  • MUS 209 - Performance Experience III

    2 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 108, Performance Experience II. It will enable the music major to participate in small ensemble playing. Students will prepare and perform ensemble musical pieces (duets, trios, quartets etc.) from a variety of historical eras (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century). Music will be chosen based on the instrumentation enrolled, ability of the individual players, musical interest of the students and performance opportunities. The course will remain flexible to accommodate the individual performance abilities of students enrolled. The course is open to the non-music major with permission of the Music Coordinator Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 108


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  • MUS 210 - Performance Experience IV

    2 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 209, Performance Experience III. It will enable the music major to participate in small ensemble playing. Students will prepare and perform ensemble musical pieces (duets, trios, quartets etc.) from a variety of historical eras (Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century). Music will be chosen based on the instrumentation enrolled, ability of the individual players, musical interest of the students and performance opportunities. The course will remain flexible to accommodate the individual performance abilities of students enrolled. The course is open to the non-music major with permission of the Music Coordinator Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR) (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 209


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  • MUS 215 - All College Band III

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 114 Performance Experience: Wind Ensemble II. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of band/wind literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 114.


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  • MUS 216 - All College Band IV

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 215 Performance Experience: Wind Ensemble III. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of band/wind literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 215.


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  • MUS 224 - Piano IV

    1 Cr.
    Continuation of MUS 223, Piano III; the study of all major and all forms of the minor scale with chord progressions. Reading notation chord symbols expanded. Increase repertoire with continued study of theoretical elements and development of musicality. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (A)(Usually offered Spring semester.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 223, proficiency at placement audition or permission of the Music Coordinator.


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  • MUS 227 - Introduction to Classical Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course is an introduction to the repertoire and technical challenges of the classical guitar. Emphasis will be placed on proper right and left hand technique. The study of the Segovia scales, Giuliani arpeggios, Carcassi etudes, and Andrew York’s Seven Discernments will give a basic introduction to tone production, interpretation, and repertoire building. This course is designed to be played on a traditional nylon string classical guitar (supplied by student).

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 125 and MUS 126 or permission of the instructor.


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  • MUS 228 - Introduction to Jazz Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course is an introduction to the basics of jazz guitar. Chord/scale relationships, drop two chordal inversions, navigating changes, analysis of songs, awareness of major figures in the idiom, developing efficient practice habits, and improvisational vocabulary will be explored.

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 125 and MUS 126 or permission of the instructor.


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  • MUS 229 - Introduction to Funk Guitar

    1 Cr.
    This course will explore the basics of funk guitar. Emphasis will be placed on the playing styles of New Orleans funk, the music of James Brown, and the music of funk/rock groups. Analysis of playing styles, the role of the guitar in a funk group, and improvisational concepts both chordal and single note ideas will be explored.

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 125 and MUS 126 or permission of the instructor.


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  • MUS 236 - Jazz Ensemble III

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of MUS 135 Jazz Ensemble II. An instrumental ensemble that performs stage band literature from the 1920’s to the present. Students learn the basics of several Jazz styles, techniques, phrasing, and articulations. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 135


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  • MUS 237 - Jazz Ensemble IV

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of MUS 236, Jazz Ensemble III. An instrumental ensemble that performs stage band literature from the 1920’s to the present. Students learn the basics of several Jazz styles, techniques, phrasing, and articulations. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered in Fall and Spring semesters..)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 236


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  • MUS 240 - All College Choir III

    1 Cr.
    A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, choreography, creative movement, and will perform several times each semester on and off campus. Audition required. Students must be able to meet the physical demands of active performance. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 139


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  • MUS 241 - All College Choir IV

    1 Cr.
    A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, choreography, creative movement, and will perform several times each semester on- and off- campus. Audition required. Students must be able to meet the physical demands of active performance. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 240


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  • MUS 244 - Guitar Ensemble III

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 143 Performance Experience II. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of guitar literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 143


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  • MUS 245 - Guitar Ensemble IV

    1 Cr.
    This course is a continuation of MUS 244 Performance Experience: Guitar Ensemble III. This instrumental ensemble performs various styles of guitar literature. Students provide their own instruments. The ensemble is open to non-music majors and music majors. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for The Arts (AR)(Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 244


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  • MUS 248 - Rock Ensemble III

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of Rock Ensemble I (MUS147). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.(Usually meets Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 147


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  • MUS 249 - Rock Ensemble IV

    1 Cr.
    A continuation of Rock Ensemble III (MUS 248). Students will learn concepts, and methodologies necessary to manage all aspects of participating in a Rock band. Instruction emphasizes exploration of various forms of musical expression in an effort to develop the band’s voice and style. Students will also be introduced to the principles and practices of creative production and be shown opportunities to study performance, sound design, and music production. In addition, the student will develop sufficient resources to enable him/her to work effectively with others through the preparation and presentation of a final project.(Usually meets Fall and Spring semesters.)

    Pre-Requisites: MUS 248


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