Associate in Music - Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA/MRP)

Arts & Communications Pathway

105 Credits   |   9 Quarters

Pathway at a Glance

Be part of what makes life meaningful—or help bring that meaning to a wider audience—through literature, arts, entertainment, mass media, or news. Whether you want to direct a film, join a theater group, write for an online publication, or paint your masterpiece, you begin by choosing our Arts & Communications Pathway.

Courses by Quarter
Quarter Plan: 
Quarter 1

Transition Studies Students have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, Digital Literacy, and High School+.

 

Quarter 2

MATH092 Mathematical Reasoning 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces operations with rational numbers, applications and problem solving skills, expressions, solving linear equations, and graphing linear relationships. Prerequisite: Qualifying placement for MATH 092 or ABE 065 or an "S" in ABE 064.
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ABE065 Contextualized Math II Search Schedule
Introduces operations with rational numbers, applications and problem solving skills, expressions, solving linear equations, and graphing linear relationships through direct instruction and contextualized application. Prepares students for high school completion, employment, or MATH& 107/MATH& 146 with concurrent MATH 096 enrollment. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or an "S" in ABE 064 or a "U, P, V, W" in ABE 065.

ENGL090 Integrated Reading and Writing I 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces students to college-level reading and writing. Focuses on reading strategies, critical thinking, and writing unified paragraphs. ENGL 090 classes are combined with ENGL 095 classes, and students who demonstrate ENGL 095 proficiency may earn ENGL 095 credit. Prerequisite: ABE 055 or ESL 066 or qualifying placement.
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ENGL095 Integrated Reading and Writing II 5 Credits Search Schedule
Prepares students for entry into college-level writing courses. Focuses on reading analytically, thinking critically, and writing coherent, well-supported texts. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement based on Reading & English CPT scores or transition test.

 

Fall

MUSC&121 Ear Training 1 2 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Music reading strongly recommended. Offered fall only. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 131.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES
MUSC&131 Music Theory 1 3 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces common practice harmony, including notation, scales, tonality, key, modes, intervals, transposition, and chords. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Music reading strongly recommended. Offered fall only. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 121.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, HUM-MUSIC

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

2 Credits in Ensemble Classes

(Ensemble Q-1)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-1)

 

ENGL098 Transitional English Composition 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. English 098 classes are combined with English 101 classes, and students who demonstrate English 101 proficiency may earn ENGL& 101 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a "C" or better in ENGL 095.
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ENGL&101 English Composition I 5 Credits Search Schedule
Develops strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a "B-" or better in ENGL 095 OR a "C" or better in ENGL 098.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING

 

Winter

MUSC&122 Ear Training 2 2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading, as introduced in MUSC& 121. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered winter only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 121 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 132.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES
MUSC&132 Music Theory 2 3 Credits Search Schedule
Continues the study of common practice harmony, including cadences, nonharmonic tones, melodic organization, texture, two-voice species counterpoint, and four-part voice leading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered winter only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 131 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 122.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, HUM-MUSIC

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

(Ensemble Q-2)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-2)

ENGL&102 Composition II 5 Credits Search Schedule
Develops reading, writing and critical thinking skills at the advanced level. Teaches how to write academic papers by conducting research; analyzing, evaluating and constructing arguments; documenting sources and using appropriate writing conventions. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL& 101 with a "C" or better.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION
CCS101 Pathways to Success 3 Credits Search Schedule
Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners. Prerequisite: None.

Spring

MUSC&123 Ear Training 3 2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered spring only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 122 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 133.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES
MUSC&133 Music Theory 3 3 Credits Search Schedule
Continues the study of common practice harmony, including harmonic progression, harmonic rhythm, diatonic seventh chords, secondary chords, and modulation. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered spring only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 132 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 123.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, HUM-MUSIC

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

(Ensemble Q-3)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-3)

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CMATH107 CLIPPERS Math in Society 5 Credits Search Schedule
Accelerated course that gives students the opportunity to complete MATH 095 and MATH& 107 in one quarter. Explores a variety of mathematical topics presenting mathematics as an art in its own right and as a tool for understanding the world around us. Specific topics may be drawn from geometry, number theory, set theory, and the history of mathematics. Students will earn credit for either MATH 095 or MATH& 107 at the conclusion of the course. Designed for non-science majors. CLIPPERS courses combine the prerequisite course with the college-level course. These classes are taught in a computer lab with a focus on in-class activities and video-based instruction. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or a "C" or better in MATH 092 or an "S" in ABE 065.

Includes ability to complete:
MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra Essentials
MATH& 107 Math in Society
*some students may place directly into MATH& 107

 

Choose One: 
(Natural Science)
One Lab Science must be completed

ASTR&100 Survey of Astronomy 5 Credits Search Schedule
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
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CHEM&110 Chemical Concepts w/Lab 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys chemical concepts for non-science majors with a focus on practical applications of chemistry and the impact of chemistry on the environment, society, economy, and individual. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, LAB, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
ENVS&100 Survey of Environmental Science 5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the workings of planet Earth in terms of living organisms and non-living resources, including roles that human activities play in the world around us. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
NUTR&101 Nutrition 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the nutritional needs for individuals ranging from infants to adults. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of nutrition. Particularly suitable for health occupation students. Prior high school chemistry or biology course or equivalent strongly recommended. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE

 

Summer

Choose One:
(Humanities)
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CMST240 Intercultural Communication: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces intercultural communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes when people enter new cultural context or interact with people who have different cultural identities. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, AAS-HUMAN RELATIONS, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, AAS-ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-5QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-6QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-8QTR, FPA-Hum-Qtr 6-7-8
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DRMA&101 Introduction to Theatre 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys key theories, movements, and figures in theatre history with an emphasis on Western theatre. Introduces theatre as an art form with emphasis on approaches to creating a production through the tools used by various theatre artists, playwrights, directors, actors, and designers. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-4QTR, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-5QTR, FPA-Hum-Qtr 6-7-8
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HUM119 History of Popular Music: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the social histories and musical forms of popular music with an emphasis on sociopolitical contexts of popular music genres as expressions of cultural traditions and commodities in the global marketplace. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, DIVERSITY, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-4QTR, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-5QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-6QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-8QTR, FPA-Hum-Qtr 6-7-8
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HUM219 Hip Hop Culture and Music: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the historical and political development of hip hop culture through the history of African American musical forms and the relationship between Hip Hop, social positionality and inequity, and institutional oppression. Prerequisite: ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, FPA-Hum-Qtr 6-7-8

 

Choose One:
(Social Science)
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ANTH&206 Cultural Anthropology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-5qtr
-OR-
BUS&101 Introduction to Business 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE
-OR-
EDUC202 Course information is currently not available #2
-OR-
PSYC&100 General Psychology 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8
-OR-
SOC&101 Introduction to Sociology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Focuses on sociological terms, theories and research; the study of humans in relation to their environment and culture; and sociological analysis of collective behavior and social interaction. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or a "B-" or better in ENGL 095 or a "C" or better in ENGL 098.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-3qtr, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8

Fall

MUSC&221 Ear Training 4 2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered fall only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 123 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 231.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, HUM-MUSIC
MUSC&231 Music Theory 4 3 Credits Search Schedule
Continues the study of common practice harmony, including large forms, mode mixture, the Neapolitan chord, augmented sixth chords, and enharmonic modulation. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered fall only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 133 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 221.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

(Ensemble Q-4)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-4)

 

Choose One:
(Social Science)

ANTH&206 Cultural Anthropology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-5qtr
-OR-
BUS&101 Introduction to Business 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE
-OR-
EDUC202 Course information is currently not available #2
-OR-
PSYC&100 General Psychology 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8
-OR-
SOC&101 Introduction to Sociology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Focuses on sociological terms, theories and research; the study of humans in relation to their environment and culture; and sociological analysis of collective behavior and social interaction. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or a "B-" or better in ENGL 095 or a "C" or better in ENGL 098.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-3qtr, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8

Choose One:
(Natural Science)
One Lab Science must be completed
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ASTR&100 Survey of Astronomy 5 Credits Search Schedule
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
CHEM&110 Chemical Concepts w/Lab 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys chemical concepts for non-science majors with a focus on practical applications of chemistry and the impact of chemistry on the environment, society, economy, and individual. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, LAB, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
ENVS&100 Survey of Environmental Science 5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the workings of planet Earth in terms of living organisms and non-living resources, including roles that human activities play in the world around us. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
NUTR&101 Nutrition 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the nutritional needs for individuals ranging from infants to adults. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of nutrition. Particularly suitable for health occupation students. Prior high school chemistry or biology course or equivalent strongly recommended. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE

 

Winter

MUSC&222 Ear Training 5 2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered winter only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 221 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 232.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES
MUSC&232 Music Theory 5 3 Credits Search Schedule
Continues the study of common practice harmony, including altered dominants, common-tone diminished 7th chords, 9th chords, chromatic median relationships, chromatic voice leading, diatonic modes, and synthetic scales. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered winter only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 231 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 222.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

(Ensemble Q-5)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-5)

 

MUSC147 Class Piano I 2 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces students to basic piano playing at the introductory level. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES

 

Choose One:
(Natural Science)
One Lab Science must be completed
​

ASTR&100 Survey of Astronomy 5 Credits Search Schedule
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
CHEM&110 Chemical Concepts w/Lab 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys chemical concepts for non-science majors with a focus on practical applications of chemistry and the impact of chemistry on the environment, society, economy, and individual. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, LAB, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
ENVS&100 Survey of Environmental Science 5 Credits Search Schedule
Explores the workings of planet Earth in terms of living organisms and non-living resources, including roles that human activities play in the world around us. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE
-OR-
NUTR&101 Nutrition 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the nutritional needs for individuals ranging from infants to adults. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of nutrition. Particularly suitable for health occupation students. Prior high school chemistry or biology course or equivalent strongly recommended. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE

Spring

MUSC&223 Ear Training 6 2 Credits Search Schedule
Continues aural study of common practice harmony through dictation (melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic), sight-singing, and rhythm reading. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered spring only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 222 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 233.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES
MUSC&233 Music Theory 6 3 Credits Search Schedule
Continues the study of common practice harmony, including 20th-century music analysis, twelve-tone serialism, set theory, extended tonality, minimalism, and jazz theory. Appropriate for pre-majors in music. Offered spring only. Prerequisite: "C" or better in MUSC& 232 and concurrent enrollment in MUSC& 223.
Distribution: AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES

Choose One (2cr):
(Ensemble)
MUSC____

(Ensemble Q-6)

 

Choose One (1cr):
(Applied Lesson)
MUSL____

(Lessons Q-6)

 

MUSC148 Class Piano II 2 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces students to basic piano playing at the introductory level. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES


Choose One:
(Social Science)

ANTH&206 Cultural Anthropology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-5qtr
-OR-
BUS&101 Introduction to Business 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE
-OR-
EDUC202 Course information is currently not available #2
-OR-
PSYC&100 General Psychology 5 Credits Search Schedule
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8
-OR-
SOC&101 Introduction to Sociology: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule
Focuses on sociological terms, theories and research; the study of humans in relation to their environment and culture; and sociological analysis of collective behavior and social interaction. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or a "B-" or better in ENGL 095 or a "C" or better in ENGL 098.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE, SOC-SCIENCE-CULTURAL, soc-science-cultural-3qtr, FPA-SocSci-Qtr 5-6-8

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Program Student Learning Outcomes

South Puget Sound Community College prepares recipients of the Associate in Music degree to:

  • Communicate effectively
  • Think logically and critically
  • Evaluate and process quantitative and symbolic data
  • Understand themselves in relation to others in a multicultural world
  • Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences
Revision Date: 
Monday, April 25, 2022