2022-2023 Student Catalog

May 16, 2024

2022-2023 Student Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Massage
	MAS 100 - Introduction to Massage Therapy 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course provides an overview of the massage therapy profession. Topics include: information and research literacy applied to professional practice, history of massage therapy and its role in health care, a survey of various styles of bodywork, professional ethics and New York State legislation and regulations. Note: This is not a hands-on course. Offered in Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 101 - Western Massage Therapy I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course will focus on developing a firm foundation in the practice of contemporary Western massage. Students will learn essential techniques to perform a full-body wellness massage with a holistic perspective. Research-informed benefits and cautions of massage therapy will be discussed along with endangerment sites, proper hygiene and self-care for the student therapist. Proper use of oils, massage tables, draping and bolstering methods will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on the development of appropriate body mechanics and the cultivation of palpation and communication skills. Usually offered Fall semester Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MAS 100 Co-Requisites: BIO 213, BIO 213L, MAS 101L, MAS 102, MAS 102L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 101L - Western Massage Therapy I Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 101. (See the MAS 101 course description for details.) Usually offered Fall semester Co-Requisites: MAS 101 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 102 - Myology 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This lecture and laboratory course begins an in depth study of the musculoskeletal system, including structure and function of skeletal muscles and joints and anatomical terminology. The lecture component of the course focuses on the locations, origins, insertions, innervation and actions of the major muscle groups. The laboratory component consists of an introduction to locating and palpating muscles and muscle groups and identifying their synergistic, agonistic and antagonistic relationships, their origins and insertions, innervations and actions. Usually offered Fall semester Co-Requisites: BIO 213, 213L, MAS 101, 101L, 102L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 102L - Myology Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 102. (See the MAS 102 course description for details.) Usually offered Fall semester Co-Requisites: MAS 102 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 103 - Eastern Massage Therapy 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. Combining lecture, demonstration, practical application and discussion, this course is designed to give the student a solid foundation in the theory and practice of Shiatsu, a Japanese healing art based on traditional Chinese medicine. Exploring Eastern principle of Yin and Yang and Five Element Theory, students will learn to look for the underlying causes of disease from an Eastern perspective. Students will gain basic understanding of fundamental Shiatsu techniques through lecture-demonstration and interactive lab practice. Specific knowledge of indications and contraindications for the use of Shiatsu will also be addressed. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MAS 100, MAS 102, MAS 102L, BIO 213, BIO 213L Co-Requisites: MAS 104, MAS 104L, BIO 214, BIO 214L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 103L - Eastern Massage Therapy Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 103. (See the MAS 103 course description for details.) Usually offered Spring semester Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 104 - Kinesiology 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. Kinesiology, MAS 104, continues in depth exploration of muscles and their function. The lecture component offers the study of the dynamics of movement including the biomechanics of muscles and their actions, the structure of joints and the limitations joints place on movement. The laboratory component consists of locating and palpating muscles and muscle groups and identifying their synergistic, agonistic and antagonistic relationships, their origins and insertions, innervations and actions. Students will be introduced to muscle testing, postural assessment, gait assessment, along with passive/assisted/resisted stretch techniques. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: BIO 213, BIO 213L, MAS 101, MAS 101L, MAS 102, MAS 102L Co-Requisites: BIO 214, BIO 214L, MAS 104L, MAS 105, MAS 105L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 104L - Kinesiology Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 104. (See the MAS 104 course description for details.) Usually offered Spring semester Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 105 - Western Massage Therapy II 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course will deepen the palpation skills learned in Western Massage I with the introduction of advanced deep tissue, trigger point and stretching techniques. Side-lying position, heat and cold application, basic postural assessment and treatment documentation will be introduced. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: BIO 213, BIO 213L, MAS 101, MAS 102 Concurrent Requirement: BIO 214, BIO 214L, MAS 104 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 105L - Western Massage Therapy II Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 105. (See the MAS 105 course description for details.) Usually offered Spring semester Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 203 - Health, Hygiene & Hydrotherapy 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. Self-care for the massage therapist, personal hygiene and safety practices, and hydrotherapy techniques will be presented in this three part lecture and demonstration course. First, students will explore various self-care disciplines from both the western and eastern perspectives, which are designed to develop physical and mental awareness, strength and stamina. Second, students will be made aware of the importance of personal hygiene as it relates to their professional image and overall health concerns. They will also learn to create and maintain a clean, safe, and tranquil work environment, thus completing the total hygiene picture. Third, students will have the opportunity to experience various hydrotherapy techniques, their unique therapeutic value, contraindications for use, and methods of application. Lastly, students will learn how to recognize signs of abuse or neglect in clients. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MAS 103, MAS 104, BIO 214, BIO 214L. Pre-Requisites that may be met concurrently: BIO 215 and HED 214 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 204 - Pathology for Massage Therapists 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course will cover the major systems of the body, the signs and symptoms of various diseases, the physiology of the disease processes that are particularly relevant to massage therapists and the application of massage as a treatment for various conditions. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAS 103, MAS 103L, MAS 104, MAS 104L, BIO 214, BIO 214L Co-Requisites: MAS 203, MAS 203L, MAS 205, MAS 205L, BIO 215, BIO 215L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 204L - Pathology for Massage Therapists Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 204. (See the MAS 204 course description for details.) Usually offered Fall and Spring semester Co-Requisites: MAS 204 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 205 - Massage Practicum I: Clinical Applications 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 6 Clinical This course offers a clinical setting in which students will deepen the massage therapy, communication and clinical thinking skills learned in the first semester courses. Working with clients from the community, students will have the opportunity to develop skills in the art of the intake interview, assessment, creating treatment plans, documentation and scheduling. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MAS 103, MAS 103L, MAS 104, MAS 104L, BIO 214, BIO 214L Co-Requisites: MAS 203, MAS 204, MAS 204L, BIO 215 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 206 - Massage Practicum II: Clinical Applications 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 9 Clinical This course prepares students to offer advanced massage techniques. Working under supervision, students will assess client conditions and develop treatment plans for clients using Western and Eastern massage techniques. Treatment plans will be documented and outcomes evaluated. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: BIO 215, BIO 215L, MAS 203, MAS 203L, MAS 204, MAS 204L, MAS 205 Co-Requisites: MAS 207 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 207 - Massage Therapy: Expanded in Related Modalities 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course is designed to give the student an introduction to other related modalities within the bodywork field. In an interactive learning experience, the instructor will focus on choices from the following methods as time allows Reflexology, Polarity Therapy, Touch for Health, Therapeutic Touch, Neuromuscular Therapy and Sports Massage. The program will follow a lecture-demonstration format, with student exchange in a clinical lab setting. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MAS 203, MAS 204, MAS 205, BIO 215 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that may be met concurrently: MAS 206 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 207L - Massage Therapy: Expanded in Related Modalities Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab. This is the required lab course associated with MAS 207. (See the MAS 207 course description for details.) Co-Requisites: MAS 207 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 208 - Sports Massage 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course presents theory and philosophy of sports massage. The kinds of pathologies and dysfunctions common to athletes will be addressed. The course will enable students to assess athletic clients in order to apply appropriate massage techniques in safe and effective ways. Students will gain practical experience working with the college’s athletic teams. Usually offered Spring semester Co-Requisites: MAS 206 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 208L - Sports Massage Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 208. (See the MAS 208 course description for details.) Usually offered Spring semester Co-Requisites: MAS 208 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 209 - Prenatal Massage 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course provides in-depth knowledge needed to offer safe and effective massage treatments to pregnant clients. The anatomy and physiology of body changes and complications, benefits, indications and cautions of pregnancy massage, along with massage techniques, Eastern and Western, for common discomforts during pregnancy are included along with communication, ethical considerations and documentation. The course also prepares students to give safe and effective massage to women during labor and childbirth as well as during the postpartum period. Usually offered Spring semester Co-Requisites: MAS 206 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAS 209L - Prenatal Massage Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MAS 209. (See the MAS 209 course description for details.) Usually offered Spring semester Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Mathematics
	MAT 012 - Foundational Algebra 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. This is a foundation course for further mathematics study and does not provide college credit in any curriculum. This course is recommended for those students who have little or no background in algebra and plan to take MAT 105 or MAT 106. Topics include: foundational arithmetic, operations with real numbers, linear equations, exponents and radicals. Equivalent to 4 credit hours for tuition and activity fee payment, enrollment status (full or part-time), and financial aid purposes only. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters. Pre-Requisites: Required for students who score within a specific range on the college placement assessment Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 023 - Introductory Algebra I & II 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. This is a foundation course for further mathematics study and does not provide college credit in any curriculum. This course is recommended for those students who have little or no background in algebra and plan to take MAT 108, MAT 110, or MAT 164. Topics include: Proportions and percents, equations and inequalities, graphing, exponents, operations or polynomials, special products and factoring of polynomials, rational expressions, and quadratic equations. Equivalent to 4 credit hours for tuition and activity fee payment, enrollment status (full or part-time), and financial aid purposes only. This course does not carry credit in any curriculum. Usually offered Fall and Spring Pre-Requisites: Greater than or equal to 50 on EA skills test or greater than or equal to 34 on Arithmetic skills test Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 046 - Mathematical Reasoning 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. This is a foundation course for further mathematics study and does not provide college credit in any curriculum. This course focuses on math for everyday life. It integrates fluency with numbers, proportional reasoning, data interpretation, algebraic reasoning, modeling, and communicating quantitative information. Mathematical concepts are investigated through group problems and class discussions based on real-life contexts of citizenship, personal finances, and medical literacy. This course prepares students to take a college-level non-STEM course in mathematics, such as MAT 104, MAT 106 or MAT 164. Students placing at this level and needing MAT 110 should take MAT 023 instead of this course. Pre-Requisites: Greater than or equal to 50 on EA skills test or greater than or equal to 34 on Arithmetic skills test Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 105 - Mathematics for Consumers 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is specially designed for the general liberal arts student to enhance the student’s understanding and appreciation of mathematics. Attention will be given to practical mathematical techniques used in both commerce and everyday life. Topics will include descriptive statistics, simple interest, compound interest, loans and other topics. Algebra skills will be reviewed and used within the context. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: Satisfying Math Foundations requirement General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 106 - Contemporary Mathematics 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. Specifically designed for the general liberal arts student to enhance the student’s understanding and appreciation of the relationship between mathematics and the modern world. Topics will include personal finance, probability and counting theory, and introduction to statistics. In addition, one of the following topics must be covered: set theory, algebra, or geometry. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: Satisfying Math Foundations requirement General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 108 - Math for Childhood Education I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is designed for students who are interested in childhood education. Students in this course will study the mathematical reasoning, and methods with which to teach elementary mathematics. Topics include problem solving; elementary set theory; the whole numbers; functions; numeration and computation; number theory; integers; fractions and rational numbers; decimals and real numbers. Focus is on the reasoning behind the methods, and the ability to explain why and how the mathematics work. Usually offered Fall/Spring semester days and Fall semester evenings Pre-Requisites: Equivalent of MAT 023 or higher Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 109 - Math for Childhood Education II 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is designed for the liberal arts student who is interested in childhood education, and is the continuation of MAT 108, Mathematics for Childhood Education I. Students will study elementary mathematics’ topics to include: statistics, probability, geometric figures, measurement, transformations, symmetries, congruence, similarity, and coordinate geometry. Pre-Requisites: MAT 108 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 110 - Intermediate Algebra 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. For students who wish to improve their algebra skills for future mathematics or science courses. Topics include algebraic operations, linear functions and equations, exponents, radicals and quadratic equations. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: Equivalent of MAT 023 or higher General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 111 - Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. Students will gain an increased knowledge of the topics of algebra and trigonometry and learn how these can be applied to solve problems. The use of a scientific calculator will be integrated into this work wherever appropriate. Topics will include exponents and logarithms, laws of sines and cosines, trigonometric functions and identities, and analytic geometry. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 110 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 116 - Pre-calculus Mathematics 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. To prepare for MAT 120, Calculus and Analytic Geometry I. Topics include an introduction to the theory of functions and transformations; polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions and equations; complex numbers; and the Binomial Theorem. Pre-Requisites: MAT 111 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 120 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. The first of a three-semester sequence to present derivatives and integrals of basic functions. Topics include limits, rates of change, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometric functions with applications, integration of algebraic functions and trigonometric functions with applications. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 116 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 121 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. The second of a three-semester sequence to present transcendental functions, methods of integration, sequences, infinite series, power series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 120 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 125 - Applied Calculus I 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. Study of the basic concepts of calculus emphasizing applications to problems in business, the life sciences and the social sciences. This course is not to be used to satisfy the mathematics requirements in LAMS, CADD, ELEC or MECH. Offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 111 or MAT 116 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 164 - Introduction to Statistics 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. Introduction to statistical concepts including descriptive statistics, basic probability rules, conditional probability, probability distributions, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing using one or two samples, correlation and regression. Computer applications and simulations are done using StatCrunch, EXCEL, or other tools of technology. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 046 or MAT 106 or MAT 110 or equivalent algebra background General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 222 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. Concluding phase of a three-semester sequence: vectors, analytic and solid geometry, functions of several variables, multiple integration, vector fields, Green’s Theorem, Stoke’s Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MAT 121 or equivalent General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 223 - Differential Equations 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. Theory and methods for solving standard types of differential equations. Additional methods: Laplace transforms, operator method, and power series methods. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MAT 121 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that can be met concurrently: MAT 222 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 230 - Discrete Mathematics 4 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 4 Lec. This course is designed for students who plan to major in mathematics or computer science. Topics include logic, number theory, methods of proof, mathematical induction, counting techniques, and graph theory. Usually offered Fall semester Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that can be met concurrently: MAT 120 Co-Requisites: MAT 120 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MAT 255 - Linear Algebra 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. Students will study the basics of linear algebra. Topics include systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Pre-Requisites: MAT 121 Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisites that can be met concurrently: MAT 222 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for Mathematics (M) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Mechanical Technology
	MET 110 - Engineering Drawing I 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 3 Lab Basic lettering, orthographic projection, sectioning, dimensioning, pictorial drawing, fasteners, auxiliaries, and working drawings will be accomplished by use of freehand sketching instrument drawings and use of CADD. Course required for first semester MET and Engineering Studies students. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 115 - Engineering Drawing II 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 3 Lab Theory of orthographic projection as used in mechanical drawing. Selected topics in descriptive geometry such as the location of points, lines and planes in space; true length, edge view, slopes, dihedral angle, revolution, intersections, and surface developments. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MET 110 or equivalent Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 125 - Processes 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. This course covers the theory of a variety of manufacturing methods, 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. Course required for first semester MET students, second semester WLD students, and as an elective for second year DRF students. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Co-Requisites: MET 125L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 125L - Processes Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MET 125. (See the MET 125 course description for details.) Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Co-Requisites: MET 125 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 205 - Mechanics of Materials 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 260 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. 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. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MAT 110 or equivalent Co-Requisites: MET 260L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 260L - Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MET 260. (See the MET 260 course description for details.) Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MAT 110 or equivalent Co-Requisites: MET 260 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 270 - Instrumentation 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. 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, TEC 110 or equivalent Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MET 260 Co-Requisites: MET 270L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MET 270L - Instrumentation Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MET 270. (See the MET 270 course description for details.) Pre-Requisites: ELT 110, TEC 110 or equivalent Concurrent Requirement: Pre-requisite that may be met concurrently: MET 260 Co-Requisites: MET 270 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Medical Assistant
	MED 101 - OSHA/CLIA Regulations 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec. 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, MED 160, MED 162, MED 261, MED 262, BIO 221 and BIO 240). Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MED 102 and MED 135 (may be met concurrently) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 102 - Patient Communication 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec. 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 (may be met concurrently) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 103L - Phlebotomy Lab 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 104L - Basic ECG for Medical Assistants 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 130 - Introduction to Computer Applications in the Medical Office 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is designed to be interactive, competency based approach to learning medical office computers. The students will develop medical office computer skills through the introduction of theory as well as software applications for electronic medical or health records. This would include introducing the use of computer to enter patient data, scheduling appointments, scheduling patient procedures, electronic medical records, insurance, billing and records management, importing information into patient charts and presenting/sending patient data. This course is the pre-requisite to other computer-based classes in Medical Assisting. Co-Requisites: MED 101, MED 102, MED 134, MED 135 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 132 - Medical Records Management 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab The medical record, in manual or automated form, houses the medical information that describes all aspects of patient care and also serves to protect the legal interests of the patient, health care provider, and health care facility. The medical assistant is responsible for the organization of a records management system for patient files, correspondence, financial records, equipment manuals, and all other necessary business documents. Students will not only examine the purpose and content of various medical records but also learn how to develop an efficient records management system for the filing, retrieval, transferring, protection, retention, storage, and destruction of a variety of patient records in the health care field. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MED 130 Co-Requisites: MED 153 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 134 - Medical Terminology 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. An introductory course of study in medical terminology which is designed to help students become familiar with the pronunciations, spellings and meanings of medical terms that are commonly used in the medical profession. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 135 - Medical Ethics 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec. 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 (may be met concurrently) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 137 - Medical Assistant Externship I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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 and HED 214 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 139 - Medical Office Communications 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. The building of writing skills for medical professions; methods of transmitting messages through written, oral, verbal, and electronic media. Areas of study include writing fundamentals (grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, letter and report formatting); letter writing, memorandum writing; report writing; employment techniques; and communications psychology. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: ENG 101, MED 130 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 153 - Medical Office Procedures 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. The course includes instruction in the areas generally described as “front office” including: appointment scheduling and patient reception, records management, fees and collections, accounting systems, banking, and health and accident insurance. Usually offered Fall semester only Pre-Requisites: MED 130 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 160 - Basic Patient Care 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec. 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 Co-Requisites: MED 261L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 162 - Basic Patient Care II 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab 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, EKGs, Radiography, and dealing with other ancillary allied health fields. Performance evaluations of all procedures must be successfully completed to pass this course. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MED 160 and MED 261L Co-Requisites: MED 262L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 210 - Introduction to Medical Informatics 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec., 3 Lab Introduction to Medical Informatics provides an overview of the healthcare informatics field, combining perspectives in medicine, computer usage and the sciences. The course covers the organization of medical information, the effective management of electronic information and its impact on medicine and medical research. Practical applications will be discussed and utilized based on case histories. Usually offered Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MED 101, MED 102, MED 130, MED 134, MED 135, MED 160, MED 261L, BIO 213 E/L, BIO 214 E/L Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 230 - Medical Coding, Billing and Insurance 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lec., 3 Lab In this course the student will learn to enter data into the computer and perform computerized account management duties. Students will use a medical practice management software program to schedule patient appointments, create superbills, post patient charges and payments, produce patient ledgers, complete insurance claim forms, prepare daily deposit slips, age accounts receivable, and compile a variety of reports. Students will be introduced to coding using ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding books. Students will learn how to use numerical designations in place of the usual medical terminology to describe diseases of a patient and medical services and procedures provided by the physician. Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MED 130, MED 134, BIO 117 or BIO 213 or permission of instructor Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 261L - Basic Patient Care I Lab 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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. Restricted to Medical Assisting Students Usually offered Spring semester Co-Requisites: MED 160 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MED 262L - Basic Patient Care II Lab 0 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab This is the required lab course associated with MED 162. (See the MED 162 course description for details.) Restricted to Medical Assisting Students Usually offered in the Fall semester Pre-Requisites: MED 160 and MED 261L Co-Requisites: MED 162 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
Music
	MUS 100 - Exploring the Arts 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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. Occasionally offered Pre-Requisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and for Western Civilization (WC). This course appears in more than one category and can be used to satisfy at most two requirements. Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 101 - Music Appreciation 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is a general introduction to musical styles and forms. Material is discussed in terms of the nature and aesthetics of music, the elements of music, musical instruments, and performing ensembles as it relates to the human experience from around the world. The ability to read musical notation is not necessary. The course is recommended for the non-music major or students without previous music experience. It presumes no prior music training. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 102 - Foundations of Music Theory 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This 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 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 103 - Beginning Voice Class 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab 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. Usually offered Spring semester General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 112 - Guitar Class 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab This course 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: Jazz, folk and blues styles. Reading notation and the exploration of basic and complex chord structure will be covered. Students must provide their own instruments. This course is open to music majors and non-music majors. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 117 - Music History & Repertoire I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course will explore the elements of music as they relate to musical styles, forms and composers from Ancient Greece, the Middle Ages through the Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical eras. Major historical events will be covered as they relate to and impact music of each period. Composers’ repertoire will be studied in depth. The ability to read music is helpful. The course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with music experience. Usually offered Fall semester General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and Western Civilization (WC) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 118 - Music History & Repertoire II 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course will explore the elements of music as they relate to musical styles, forms and composers from the Romantic, Impressionistic and Twentieth Century eras. Major historical events will be covered as they relate to and impact music of each period. Composers’ repertoire will be studied in depth. The ability to read music is helpful. The course is required of music majors and recommended for non-majors with music experience. Usually offered Spring semester General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) and Western Civilization (WC) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 130 - Urban Music: BeBop to Hip-Hop 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is designed to explore urban music 1950 through the present day. It will introduce significant musical artists that influence the social and political values of the urban community in the United States. It will examine the musical metamorphoses that led to musical forms such as BeBop, Gospel, Reggae, Funk, Rap, Hip Hop, and others. 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 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 133 - American Popular Music 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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 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. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 134 - Jazz Combo I 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 135 - Jazz Combo II 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo I. It 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. 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 Pre-Requisites: MUS 134 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 137 - Music for Film 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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. Usually offered every other semester General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 138 - All College Choir I 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 139 - All College Choir II 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of MUS 138: All College Choir I. A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MUS 138 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 140 - Piano Musicianship 2 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 2 Lab Class instruction for beginning keyboard music majors designed to teach the concepts and fundamentals needed to perform at the piano. Content is focused on improving keyboard skills through sight-reading, scales, arpeggiations, harmonizations, accompanying, and improvising. Proper piano technique, and posture will be addressed as well as appropriate literature for successful placement into a baccalaureate music program. Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 146 - Rock Band I 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: Student must own their instrument and have at least six months playing experience Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 147 - Rock Band II 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab A continuation of Rock Band I (MUS 146). 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 offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MUS 146 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 150 - Introduction to Sound 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 4 Lab This is a lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance and operation course. The content areas include responsibility of an audio engineer, principles of sound, equipment, all aspects of audio production 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) and any other available relevant audio related productions that may happen throughout the semester. (Also available as THA 150). Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 159 - Experimental Music Lab I 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab 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 what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. 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. Occasionally offered Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 160 - Experimental Music Lab II 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of MUS 159: Experimental Music Lab 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 what kinds of electronic sounds can be created, how the sounds are physically controlled, and how to compose with these sounds. 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. Occasionally offered Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 171 - Written Theory I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is an introduction to tonal harmony, including elements of pitch, rhythm, triads, voice leading, harmonic progression, form and analysis. Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Program Coordinator Usually offered Fall semester General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 172 - Written Theory II 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is a continuation of MUS 171: Written Theory I. The course will focus on additional aspects of tonal harmony: harmonic progression including cadences, diatonic seventh chords, modulations, non-chord tones, period form and an introduction to chromaticism through style analysis. Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Program Coordinator Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MUS 171 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 173 - Music Notation with Sibelius 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is a hands-on introduction to Sibelius Music Notation Software. Students will receive instruction on computer and Sibelius basics, including score creation, copying and editing, MIDI transcription, advanced playback features, and part preparation. Emphasis will be on learning keyboard shortcuts and defining personal house styles to improve the look and function of the students’ scores, as well as the speed at which they create them. A basic understanding of musicianship, computers, and musical notation is needed. Recommended for Audio Recording Production and Music majors. Usually offered Fall and Spring semester Co-Requisites: MUS 102 or with permission from the Music Coordinator Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 181 - Aural and Keyboard Skills I 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course emphasizes the integration of skills students need in order to understand and recall common musical patterns. The development of aural skills in melodic & harmonic dictation, sight-singing, musicianship, and piano keyboard skills is the focus of this course. Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator Usually offered Fall semester Co-Requisites: MUS 171 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 182 - Aural and Keyboard Skills II 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course continues MUS 181: Aural and Keyboards Skills I. It is designed to improve and build upon melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation; sight-singing; musicianship; and piano keyboard skills. The course is required of music majors, and recommended for non-majors who have had previous music theory experience. Restricted to Music Majors or Permission of Music Department Coordinator Usually offered Spring semester Pre-Requisites: MUS 181 Co-Requisites: MUS 172 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 183 - Aural Skills I 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab This course deals with aural perception, audiation, sight-singing and dictation training of rhythm, melody and harmony. Pre-Requisites: Music major or permission of instructor or coordinator Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 184 - Aural Skills II 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab A continuation of MUS 183, this course continues ear training of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic aural skills. Pre-Requisites: MUS 183 Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 190 - Critical Listening and Acoustics 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. 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. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 191 - Electronic Music and MIDI 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 1 Lec., 4 Lab A lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance operation course. The content areas include equipment, all aspects of MIDI Production from pre-production through post-production. Practical experience will be provided through participation in hands on MIDI production recordings and projects. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 192 - Audition Preparation 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 2 Lab Music majors preparing for transfer are faced with the daunting task of preparing an audition. This course will investigate the issues of performance and will focus on audition material and presentation skills for successful placement into academic or professional venues. Students will refine repertoire appropriate for their instrument and use recordings, video, and reflection to make improvements to their repertoire. This course is designed to teach auditioning skills for those students auditioning for music or musical theatre departments at four-year universities. Usually offered Fall semester Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 197 - History of Rock Music and Culture 3 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lec. This course is a survey of the history of rock music and culture from its origins in the rhythm & blues and country/western music traditions of the early 20th century through its many subgenres to the present. Special attention will be given to the production and consumption of rock music within historical, cultural and technological contexts. The course will reveal how rock music as an art form is situated at the nexus of popular culture and the commercial marketplace. It is unnecessary for students to be able to play, compose or read music for this course. Occasionally offered Pre-Requisites: AAC 042, ENG 099 or waiver through testing Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 236 - Jazz Combo III 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo II. It 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. 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 Pre-Requisites: MUS 135 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 237 - Jazz Combo IV 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of Jazz Combo III. It gives students the opportunity to learn the techniques, vocabulary, and repertoire of playing in a chamber jazz. Arranging tunes, improvisation, group interplay and dynamics, song form, trading fours, and tone production will be covered. Entering students must have playing experience on their instrument, and be able to play two octave major scales, and have at least a 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 Pre-Requisites: MUS 236 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule
	MUS 240 - All College Choir III 1 Cr. Contact Hours Per Week: 3 Lab This course is a continuation of MUS 139: All College Choir II. A vocal ensemble devoted to performing choral literature. This ensemble will focus on choral styles, vocal production, and will perform several times each semester on- and off-campus. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters Pre-Requisites: MUS 139 General Education: Meets SUNY requirement for The Arts (AR) Click here for the Summer 2024 Class Schedule Click here for the Fall 2024 Class Schedule

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MAS 100 - Introduction to Massage Therapy

MAS 101 - Western Massage Therapy I

MAS 101L - Western Massage Therapy I Lab

MAS 102 - Myology

MAS 102L - Myology Lab

MAS 103 - Eastern Massage Therapy

MAS 103L - Eastern Massage Therapy Lab

MAS 104 - Kinesiology

MAS 104L - Kinesiology Lab

MAS 105 - Western Massage Therapy II

MAS 105L - Western Massage Therapy II Lab

MAS 203 - Health, Hygiene & Hydrotherapy

MAS 204 - Pathology for Massage Therapists

MAS 204L - Pathology for Massage Therapists Lab

MAS 205 - Massage Practicum I: Clinical Applications

MAS 206 - Massage Practicum II: Clinical Applications

MAS 207 - Massage Therapy: Expanded in Related Modalities

MAS 207L - Massage Therapy: Expanded in Related Modalities Lab

MAS 208 - Sports Massage

MAS 208L - Sports Massage Lab

MAS 209 - Prenatal Massage

MAS 209L - Prenatal Massage Lab

MAT 012 - Foundational Algebra

MAT 023 - Introductory Algebra I & II

MAT 046 - Mathematical Reasoning

MAT 105 - Mathematics for Consumers

MAT 106 - Contemporary Mathematics

MAT 108 - Math for Childhood Education I

MAT 109 - Math for Childhood Education II

MAT 110 - Intermediate Algebra

MAT 111 - Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry

MAT 116 - Pre-calculus Mathematics

MAT 120 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I

MAT 121 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II

MAT 125 - Applied Calculus I

MAT 164 - Introduction to Statistics

MAT 222 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III

MAT 223 - Differential Equations

MAT 230 - Discrete Mathematics

MAT 255 - Linear Algebra

MET 110 - Engineering Drawing I

MET 115 - Engineering Drawing II

MET 125 - Processes

MET 125L - Processes Lab

MET 205 - Mechanics of Materials

MET 260 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics

MET 260L - Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab

MET 270 - Instrumentation

MET 270L - Instrumentation Lab

MED 101 - OSHA/CLIA Regulations

MED 102 - Patient Communication

MED 103L - Phlebotomy Lab

MED 104L - Basic ECG for Medical Assistants

MED 130 - Introduction to Computer Applications in the Medical Office

MED 132 - Medical Records Management

MED 134 - Medical Terminology

MED 135 - Medical Ethics

MED 137 - Medical Assistant Externship I

MED 139 - Medical Office Communications

MED 153 - Medical Office Procedures

MED 160 - Basic Patient Care

MED 162 - Basic Patient Care II

MED 210 - Introduction to Medical Informatics

MED 230 - Medical Coding, Billing and Insurance

MED 261L - Basic Patient Care I Lab

MED 262L - Basic Patient Care II Lab

MUS 100 - Exploring the Arts

MUS 101 - Music Appreciation

MUS 102 - Foundations of Music Theory

MUS 103 - Beginning Voice Class

MUS 112 - Guitar Class

MUS 117 - Music History & Repertoire I

MUS 118 - Music History & Repertoire II

MUS 130 - Urban Music: BeBop to Hip-Hop