Curriculum Guides 2005-2006
(Fall 2005, Spring 2006, Summer 2006)

These curriculum guides are based on the Ohlone College 2005-2006 degree requirements. Students who will be graduating using a different catalog for their degree requirements should see a counselor and/or refer to the appropriate Ohlone College Catalog (view Ohlone's Catalog Rights Policy). All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review degree requirements and/or have questions answered.

Music
AA Degree: Transfer Major

The Associate Degree in Music offered by Ohlone College is designed to prepare students for studying Music at most universities. While the Core courses required in the Associate of Arts Degree in Music will fulfill the lower division major requirements at most universities, students are advised to meet with their counselor to assess the course requirements for specific universities. This program will enable students to develop a strong foundation in music.

Requirements for AA Degree:

1. Complete the Major Field courses with a 2.0 grade point average.
2. Complete Plan A, B, or C General Education requirements. These are specified in the Ohlone College Catalog.
3. Complete at least 60 degree-applicable units with a 2.0 grade point average.
4. Complete at least 12 units at Ohlone College.

Major Field

Major Field Courses

Number	Title	Units
MUS-110A	Music Theory and Harmony	3
MUS-110B	Harmony	3
MUS-110C	Advanced Harmony	3
MUS-110D	Advanced Harmony	3
MUS-111A	Musicianship	1
MUS-111B	Musicianship	1
MUS-111C	Advanced Musicianship	1
MUS-111D	Advanced Musicianship	1
MUS-160A	Beginning Class Piano	1
MUS-160B	Class Piano	1
MUS-160C	Class Piano	1
MUS-160D	Class Piano	1

Select one of the following courses: 3 units

Major Field Courses

Number	Title	Units
MUS-101	Introduction to Music—Western Classical Music OR	(3)
MUS-102	Introduction to World Music OR	(3)
MUS-104	Music of World Cultures OR	(3)
MUS-120A	History of Trends in Music Literature OR	(3)
MUS-120B	History of Trends in Music Literature	(3)

Emphasis Courses

Complete one of the following tracks (6-8 units):

Vocal Track

Number	Title	Units
Complete 6-8 units from the following:
MUS-162A-D	Class Voice	4
MUS-166A-B	Applied Music	2
MUS-355, 356, 358, 367, 368, 394	Choral Ensembles	2

Instrumental Track

Number	Title	Units
Complete 6 units from the following:
MUS-163A-D	Woodwind Instruments	4
MUS-164A-B	Brass Instruments	4
MUS-165A-D	Percussion Instruments	4
MUS-166A-B	Applied Music	2
MUS-350, 352, 370, 371, 374	Instrumental Performing Group	1-3

Composition Track

Number	Title	Units
MUS-112A	Recording with Pro Tools	3
Complete 3 units from the following:
MUS-112B	Pro Tools and MIDI	3
MUS-113	Studio Recording	3
MUS-114	Create a CD	2
MUS-116	Sound Reinforcement/Live Recording	3

Total Required Units: 29-31

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