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Monday, May 08, 2023
Arts & Communications Pathway
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.
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
Quarter Plan
Search ScheduleStudents have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, ESL, High School+, and Basic Computer Skills.
Choose One:
ENGL090
5cr
Integrated Reading and Writing I
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: Appropriate placement or an �S� in ABE 054, ABE 055, ESL 065, ESL 066, IE 065, or IE 066.
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ENGL095
5cr
Integrated Reading and Writing II
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.
Choose One:
MATH092
5cr
Mathematical Reasoning
Introduces operations with rational numbers, applications, problem solving skills, expressions, solving linear equations, and graphing linear relationships.
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ABE065
5cr
Contextualized Math II
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.
MUSC&121
2cr
Ear Training 1
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&131
3cr
Music Theory 1
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One:
ENGL098
5cr
Transitional English Composition
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL&101
5cr
English Composition I
Develops strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
MUSC&122
2cr
Ear Training 2
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&132
3cr
Music Theory 2
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.
Fees: $12.00 humanities/Communications Course Fee
ENGL&102
5cr
Composition II
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
CCS101
3cr
Pathways to Success
Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners.
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
MUSC&123
2cr
Ear Training 3
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&133
3cr
Music Theory 3
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
CMATH107
5cr
Clippers Math In Society
Gives students the opportunity to complete MATH& 107 in one quarter with prerequisite support as needed. Explores a variety of mathematical topics presenting mathematics as an art and as a tool for understanding the world around us. Designed for non-science majors. 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.
CLIPPERS courses combine the prerequisite courses with the college-level course and are taught with a focus on video-based instruction.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
Choose One (Natural Science):
ASTR&100
5cr
Survey of Astronomy
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM&110
5cr
Chemical Concepts W/Lab
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.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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ENVS&100
5cr
Survey of Environmental Science
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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NUTR&101
5cr
Nutrition
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One (Humanities):
DRMA&101
5cr
Introduction to Theatre
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee; $65.00 Theater/Script Fee
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HUM119
5cr
History of Popular Music: Diversity
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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HUM219
5cr
Hip Hop Culture and Music: Diversity
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One (Social Science):
ANTH&206
5cr
Cultural Anthropology: Diversity
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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BUS&101
5cr
Introduction to Business
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science & Business Course Fee
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EDUC202
1cr
Adv Behavior Management (RETIRED)
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PSYC&100
5cr
General Psychology
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC&101
5cr
Introduction to Sociology: Diversity
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.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
MUSC&221
2cr
Ear Training 4
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&231
3cr
Music Theory 4
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
Choose One (Natural Science):
ASTR&100
5cr
Survey of Astronomy
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM&110
5cr
Chemical Concepts W/Lab
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.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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ENVS&100
5cr
Survey of Environmental Science
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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NUTR&101
5cr
Nutrition
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
Choose One (Social Science):
ANTH&206
5cr
Cultural Anthropology: Diversity
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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BUS&101
5cr
Introduction to Business
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science & Business Course Fee
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EDUC202
1cr
Adv Behavior Management (RETIRED)
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PSYC&100
5cr
General Psychology
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
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SOC&101
5cr
Introduction to Sociology: Diversity
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.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
MUSC&222
2cr
Ear Training 5
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&232
3cr
Music Theory 5
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC147
2cr
Class Piano I
Introduces students to basic piano playing at the introductory level. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee; $50.00 Music Instrumental Course Fee
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
Choose One (Natural Science):
ASTR&100
5cr
Survey of Astronomy
Covers the origin, characteristics, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and universe. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Natural & Applied Sciences Course Fee
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CHEM&110
5cr
Chemical Concepts W/Lab
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.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
-OR-
ENVS&100
5cr
Survey of Environmental Science
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
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NUTR&101
5cr
Nutrition
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.
Fees: $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
MUSC&223
2cr
Ear Training 6
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.
Fees: $12.00 humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC&233
3cr
Music Theory 6
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.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
MUSC148
2cr
Class Piano II
Introduces students to basic piano playing at the introductory level. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee; $50.00 Music Instrumental Course Fee
Choose One MUSC (2cr-Ensemble)
Choose One MUSCL (1cr-Applied Lesson)
Choose One (Social Science):
ANTH&206
5cr
Cultural Anthropology: Diversity
Surveys the diversity of human cultural systems and the forces and effects of globalization. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science Course Fee
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BUS&101
5cr
Introduction to Business
Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science & Business Course Fee
-OR-
EDUC202
1cr
Adv Behavior Management (RETIRED)
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PSYC&100
5cr
General Psychology
Introduces the science of psychology and the application of psychological concepts as they relate to everyday life.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee
-OR-
SOC&101
5cr
Introduction to Sociology: Diversity
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.
Fees: $12.00 Social Science/Business Course Fee