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This course is for students with limited or no experience in swimming. Instruction begins with floating to freestyle with rhythmic breathing and progresses to back float, and backstroke. Students then will be introduced to the short-axis competitive strokes — butterfly and breast stroke.

This course is designed for second level swimmers. Concentration is on stroke instruction and conditioning. Swimmers must be able to complete 25 yards of freestyle with side breathing in deep water.

This course provides instruction and practice in all swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning.

This course provides advanced instruction and practice in swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning.

This course provides instruction and practice in the mastery of a variety of intricate diving techniques. This course is open to divers of all skill levels from beginning to advanced.

• Advisory: KIN PE 48C.

This course covers the basic skills needed to skin dive safely. Emphasis is also placed on conditioning and strokes.

• Prerequisite: Students are required to complete a physical examination and attain a medical release from a qualified M.D.

This lecture and lab (pool and field) course explores the conceptual aspects of SCUBA (Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus) diving, as well as application and knowledge of techniques required for safe open water dives. After completion of this course, students will receive a NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) open-water diving certificate in preparation for the scientific diving course per AAUS (American Academy of Underwater Sciences) standards. This course partially fulfills the requirements of the aquaculture program and is the first of a series of courses that prepare students for advanced recreational, scientific, and/or professional diving. This course also includes NAUI/DAN (Divers Alert Network) Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro) designed for commercial, professional, aquarium and scientific divers, providing first-aid knowledge and skills specific to these work environments. DFA Pro is comprised of information from the Emergency Oxygen for Scuba Diving Injuries, Neurological Assessment, First Aid for Hazardous Marine Life Injuries and CPR HCP courses. It meets U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for workplace CPR and first aid.

KIN PE 49D is the same course as AQUA 10A. Students may earn credit for one but not both.

This course is an introduction to the aquatic sport of water polo, and provides instruction in the basic skills and conditioning.

This course is designed to build on the skills developed in beginning water polo. Students will receive instruction and participate in activities that will review and use basic skills of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and intricacies of the game.

This course develops advanced skills and covers strategies of the game of water polo with an emphasis on competitive situations.

This course offers competitive water polo for the most advanced students. Students will improve technical skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be structured similar to team practices with physical conditioning, competitive drilling and game play.

• Advisory: KIN PE 48C or equivalent experience; required swim test on Day 1 of class: student must be able to swim 100 meters/yards continuously using a forward-facing swim stroke, and tread water for 2 minutes with head always above the water.

This class is designed to cover the fundamentals of various techniques for surfing. Emphasis is placed on water safety, skill proficiency, and conditioning for surfing.

This class is designed to cover various intermediate techniques of surfing. Emphasis is placed on water safety, skill in various conditions and physical conditioning for surfing.

This course is designed as an introduction to traditional karate. The program focuses on the cultural and self-defense aspects of the art as it was originally taught. The style is fluid, mobile, and emphasizes grabbing, striking, and kicking. Students work on conditioning, partner work, solo forms (kata), and learning the traditions and etiquette of the martial art.

• Advisory: KIN PE 34A or equivalent experience.

This is an intermediate level course in traditional karate. Multi-step techniques, movement fluidity, and controlled one-on-one combat scenarios are emphasized. Power generation through breathing techniques and meditation is introduced at this level. Students learn traditional kata forms of “Seisan” and “Ananku”. In additional to the Okinawan history of karate, global scale history of the martial arts is discussed.

• Advisory: KIN PE 34B or equivalent experience.

This is an advanced intermediate level course in traditional karate. Advanced techniques and movements not covered in the beginning and intermediate classes are introduced. Power generation through breathing techniques, whole body movement fluidity, and meditation is emphasized at a more advanced level than KIN PE 34B. Students learn advanced timing for traditional kata forms of “Seisan” and “Ananku”, and some students are introduced to the kata “Wansu”. Specific history associated with students’ direct Okinawan karate lineage is discussed.

• Advisory: KIN PE 34B or equivalent experience.

This is an advanced level course in traditional karate. Techniques and movement introduced in previous courses are further refined and effective self-defense application of these techniques are studied. Personalized kata training and interpretation is emphasized and may involve study of forms including, but not limited to, “Passai”, “Gojushiho”, “Chinto”, and/or “Kusanku”. Meditation training and research into various lineages of the martial arts are required.

This course is designed as an introduction to traditional Wushu Taolu. The class focuses on the form’s basic movements (stances, kicks, punches, balances and sweeps) based on aggregate categories of traditional Chinese martial arts styles. Students will work on conditioning, solo forms (routines) and learning traditions and etiquette of the martial art. This course emphasizes techniques and does not involve physical contact.

This is an intermediate level course in traditional Wushu Taolu. Multi-step techniques and jumps are emphasized. Students will learn the traditional Wushu routine (20 forms). Students will work on physical conditioning for Wushu, solo forms (routines), and learn the traditions, etiquette, and history of the martial art.

This course involves both lecture and physical activity.

This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self-defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques, and physical techniques that are effective in self-defense. It also looks at violence in everyday life and how healthy masculinity can address the prevalence of violence, anger management, self-control, and bullying.

This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques, and physical techniques that are effective in self defense.

This course is designed for the physically disabled student that wishes to participate in a physical exercise program designed to meet individual goals. Students enrolling in this class should be part of the DSPS program.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7, 8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the benefits of physical activity in their lives. The course will empower students to create individual exercise programs after a survey of activity modules. This course requires both lecture and lab/activity weekly.

Students are required to attend and participate in fitness labs. These exercise labs will include cardiovascular exercise, strength training, body weight exercise and more.

Formerly KIN PE 10.

This is a physical fitness course designed to develop and encourage positive attitudes and habits in a personalized exercise program. This program is designed to work both cardiovascular and muscle endurance components of fitness. The primary training activity is aerobic weight training circuits utilizing a sequence of weight lifting machines and cardiovascular exercise, organized into an “Aerobic Super Circuit”. The aerobic super circuit combines low intensity, high repetition weight training with aerobic training (treadmills, steppers, bikes, etc.). Basics of training and flexibility are also covered.

This course is designed for students seeking high intensity training and conditioning. This class will emphasize development and improvement of an advanced fitness/cardiovascular levels. Course content will include anatomy, nutrition, biomechanics, and improvement through participation and assessment.

As a beginning level weight training course, it covers all of the fundamentals of lifting and safety as well as core training. Students are required to do an assigned program for half of the required hours and design their own program for the other half of the required hours.

This course is intermediate level in the various methods of weight training. It is intended to aid the students in evaluating their training and muscular development goals as well as setting up weight training programs to accomplish them.

This course further develops students’ knowledge of weight training and conditioning at an advanced level. Students learn advanced concepts in strength training and muscle development. Students are introduced to advanced free weight exercises.

This course is a strength laboratory experience designed to assist advanced students in refining their individualized weight training program.

• Advisory: KIN PE 11B or previous experience in weightlifting.

The course is designed for students interested in learning how to perform Olympic-style weightlifting. Students learn the technical execution of the snatch, clean, and jerk. This course is not recommended for beginners; previous experience in weight training is important for success in this course.

Spinning is a form of high intensity cardiovascular exercise that involves using a stationary exercise bike in a classroom setting. The benefits of this type of indoor cycling are cardiovascular health while doing low impact exercise, burning calories and overall conditioning for the legs and core. Spinning is a combination of athletic racing, strength training, rhythmic movements and visualization. This course is appropriate for most levels of fitness as students adjust the resistance of their bikes as appropriate.

This course will combine basic exercises and techniques from boxing and kickboxing to promote a fun and effective aerobic workout. Instruction will include boxing to music. These exercises will improve cardiovascular endurance, strength development, and flexibility for lifetime fitness.

Traditional strength exercises and weights are used to improve muscle strength and endurance. Students will learn basic principles of anaerobic training and concepts applicable for lifetime health and fitness.

Exercise to music using step risers. Students will learn basics of fitness, exercise and aerobic conditioning.

Traditional and aerobic exercises are used to develop the body while concentrating on specific body areas.

This course will implement exercises in the pool using water for resistance to achieve physical fitness.

Formerly KIN PE 19E.

This course is designed to introduce the student to Pilates’ mat technique of exercise. Pilates is a unique method of body control and conditioning. It consists of stretching and strengthening the muscles, while improving flexibility and balance.

Students should have previous Pilates experience before enrolling in this class.

This course is an intermediate level Pilates class, building on the Basic/Essential Pilates level and applying the principles to an intermediate Matwork class. Students will be introduced to more challenging variations of the 30 Basic Exercises and new intermediate exercises

Students should have previous Pilates experience before enrolling in this class.

This course is an advanced level Pilates class. Students will build on the intermediate level exercises and move into the full Pilates Advanced Repertoire.

Basic yoga positions and exercises, control breathing, relaxation, meditation techniques, and stretching postures are addressed in the class.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own yoga mats.

Exposure to intermediate and advanced postures, relaxation, meditation, pranayama and concentration exercises are covered in the class.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own yoga mats.

This is an in-depth yoga course for the advanced student who has previous yoga experience resulting in knowledge of 25 basic poses. Deeper and expanded study of the standing poses and basic posture, shoulder hand variations, and back bends.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own yoga mats.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

This course covers the basic skills in playing badminton, including the rules and techniques of the basic skills: serving, underhand and overhand strokes.

This course continues with drills for the basic skills in playing badminton and introduces the doubles game. Doubles strategies and drills designed to improve placement and consistency are covered.

This course covers the techniques and skills of badminton, including the rules and strategies for competitive play.

This course is designed to teach proper running biomechanics, stretching and other basic injury prevention techniques, and the rules and scoring for cross country races. The course will also help students develop the cardiovascular endurance necessary for distance running.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for distance running. Topics include aerobic and anaerobic training, physiological mechanics, as well as mental competitive strategies as they relate to distance running.

This course is designed for students to take the knowledge gained in the intermediate course and learn to prepare their own training regimen for a competitive cross country season. The class will also focus on the psychological aspects and physiological effects of competitive endurance running.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for utilizing and maintaining a bike for cardio endurance, fitness and recreation.

This course is an indoor rock climbing class that offers instruction and practice in the skills of rock climbing. Basic safety skills, belaying, and climbing techniques will be taught.

• Advisory: KIN PE 16A or instructor’s permission.

This course is designed to further introduce the student to the sport of Rock Climbing through three different variations of the sport. Students will learn and practice Bouldering, Top Rope, and Lead climbing at an indoor rock climbing facility.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for fitness walking. Students will learn about gait, balance, motor control, core strength, stretching, endurance training and more.

This course is designed to teach basic fundamentals, rules, and etiquette of golf.

• Advisory: KIN PE 25A.

This course is a continuation of the basic skills of golf, especially in the area of short game, long irons, and woods.

This course provides an emphasis on playing rounds at local golf courses, types of competition, and the where-to-go and what-to-do of golf.

This course is designed to help students improve their golf skills so they can compete at the tournament level. The course will include improving students’ knowledge of rules, swing techniques, and course playing strategies.

Pickleball is a paddle sport (like a racquet sport) that combines the elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite material to hit a Wiffle ball over a net. In this course students will learn the rules of play, etiquette and basic fundamental skills including: volleying, serving and basic ground strokes.

This course continues with drills for the basic skills of Pickleball and introduces more advanced strokes: lob and overhand smash. Students will also develop game strategies for singles and doubles play.

This class will cover all the basic strokes used in competitive table tennis. Students will learn basic techniques of the fundamental skills of the sport. Instruction includes rules, scoring and game etiquette.

This course is designed to teach the intermediate strokes used in competitive table tennis. Conditioning and intermediate level drills designed to improve placement and consistency, will be emphaisized. Students enrolling in this course should have previous table tennis experience.

Techniques and drill in fundamental skills, forehand and serve are introduced. Instruction includes rules, scoring, and court etiquette that prepares student for limited play.

This course continues with drills in basic skills and introduces more advanced strokes, lob, volley, and overhead smash. Game strategies for singles and doubles play are developed.

Conditioning and advanced drills designed to improve placement and consistency during match play are offered. Students must have some tennis experience to enroll in this course.

This course is designed to improve play for competition in singles and doubles contests outside of school. Students must have experience playing the sport.

Students will learn the fundamentals of sprinting, hurdling and some long distance races. The shot put and jump will also be covered. Students will be presented with a history of the sport and the rules of competition.

This course is designed for students with prior experience in the sport of track and field. Students will learn about middle distance and long distance events as well as the discus and high jump. Students will continue to work on running mechanics and learn about planning and organizing workouts.

This course is designed for students with prior experience in the sport of track and field. Students will learn about the javelin and triple jump as well as hurdles in events over 100 meters. Students will study body mechanics for running.

This course is designed for students with prior competitive experience in track and field. Students will learn about the pole vault, race strategies for distance events and use of the starting blocks. Students will have the opportunity to specialize in specific events.

This course is designed to provide an opportunity to experience a competitive situation similar to intercollegiate competition

This is an activity course designed to introduce the student to basketball skills and rules.

• Advisory: KIN PE 9A or equivalent experience.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the strategies of team defensive basketball. Topics include the skills required to play defense, drills to improve on those skills, development of defensive strategies and drills to improve in the execution of those strategies.

• Advisory: KIN PE 9B or equivalent experience.

This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on high level competition among students with previous experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals and strategies.

This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on high level competition among students with previous experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals and strategies.

This course covers rules, strategies, and skills necessary to successfully participate in touch football as a leisure time activity.

This course is a continuation of beginning touch football concentrating on position skills and strategies.

This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of soccer and the rules of the game. Students will participate in soccer drills/activities to learn and improve their skills, with an emphasis on the technical side of the game.

This course is designed to build on the skills developed in beginning soccer. It will review and improve the basic skills of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and intricacies of the game. Students will participate in soccer drilling, training and play with an emphasis on the technical side of the game.

This course is a continuation of the introductory soccer course with an emphasis placed on advanced technical skills and an introduction to team tactics and systems of play.

This course offers competitive soccer for the most advanced students. Students will be able to improve their technical skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be run similar to team practices with physical training and competitive drilling and play.

This course is designed for individuals who have not played organized softball. Basics for throwing, fielding, hitting, and base running are covered.

This course is designed to build on skills developed in beginning softball. It will review catching, throwing and hitting as well as introduce basic strategies and intricacies of the sport. Drilling with an emphasis on the technical side of the sport will be emphasized.

This course is designed for individuals with above average skills. Activities are centered around skills learned in KIN PE 45A game situations.

This course is for experienced fastpitch softball players. Emphasis will be on individual positions, team play/strategies and situational plays and motor development for the advanced player to prepare for competitive play.

This course is designed to develop performance-level cheerleading skills and routines. The course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in cheerleading. The improvement of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility will be necessary for the high performance of cheerleading. Performance, safety, and cooperation will be emphasized in the course. Students will perform at selected athletic events as a team.

This course covers the basic skills for playing volleyball as well as the rules and etiquette for indoor volleyball.

• Advisory: KIN PE 57A.

This course covers techniques and strategies in playing six-person, four-person and two-person volleyball. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

• Advisory: KIN PE 57B.

This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of the game in a competitive class situation. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

This course covers basic techniques and strategies in playing beach volleyball. The beginning fundamentals, rules and etiquette are emphasized.

This course covers techniques and strategies in playing power beach volleyball at the four and two-person level. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of beach volleyball in a competitive class situation. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course introduces the students to the Korean alphabet Hangul, basic vocabulary, and fundamental sentence structures in present, past, and future tense. Pronunciation, grammar, and everyday vocabulary are stressed as indispensable tools for comprehension and expressions. Korean customs and culture are also highlighted. This course is taught in Korean except in case of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: KOREAN 1*.

This course is a continuation of Korean 1 and further stresses modal expressions with various clausal connectives and sentence ending forms. Advanced basic aural and oral skills and reading comprehension skills are also developed. Students hold simple conversations and write short compositions in the form of compound sentences. It also advances students’ knowledge of Korean culture, customs, and traditions. This course is taught in Korean except in case of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to two years of high school Korean.

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: KOREAN 2*

This course is a continuation of Korean 2 and further builds up a solid foundation to achieve practical commands in everyday social interactions. Engaging and comprehensive course materials are designed to encourage students to practice with interactive activities, immersive exercises, and real-life scenarios. The course also familiarizes students with different registers (spoken vs. written) and speech styles. By focusing on both linguistic and cultural aspects, the course equips students with the tools to communicate more confidently and effectively in Korean. This course is taught in Korean except in case of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to three years of high school Korean.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: KOREAN 3 or equivalent skills.

This course is a continuation of Korean 3 and further enhances all aspects of language learning, including grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking, and writing. Through a balanced approach, students acquire a well-rounded set of skills to confidently communicate in a wide range of real-life situations. Students not only enhance their language proficiency but also gain valuable insights into Korean society, history, and traditions by engaging with real-world content. This course is taught in Korean except in case of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

• Prerequisite: KOREAN 2.

This course provides the student with an opportunity to increase fluency in spoken Korean with an emphasis on natural and colloquial usages. New vocabulary and idiomatic expressions will be emphasized, and the student will hold conversations in Korean in class. This course is taught in Korean except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Applied and service-learning field experience within a public agency, educational institution, and citizen volunteer groups is a requirement of this class.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is an introduction to Korean civilization and literature. While encompassing aspects of philosophy, religion, and art, the course aims to throw light on key works of Korean prose and poetry from ancient to contemporary periods. The social, political, and cultural contextualization of these works will be used as a vehicle to a better understanding of Korea. The course does not require any prior knowledge of Korean language, literature or culture. All materials will be in English.

• Advisory: KOREAN 4.

This course provides the student with an opportunity to acquire professional skills in both oral and written Korean in the business environment. Students practice appropriate preparation of documents, communications, and interview skills. The course concentrates on the topics that are relevant to industry, which could include special vocabulary encountered during phone calls, emails, negotiations, meetings, presentations, etc., and also on general topics that occur within international trade relations.

• Corequisite: Any course in Korean.

This course — taken in tandem with another course in the discipline — enables a student to apply course content in a meaningful and relevant way to a particular activity. In this hands-on course, students engage in applied learning through unpaid experiential activities organized by the student (in conjunction with SMC’s applied/service learning center) and approved by the instructor. Students will develop a customized reading list relevant to their particular activity, complete a minimum of 15 hours of volunteer work with that activity, and submit academically-sound written reports regarding the activity. By applying course material to their experience, students develop a deeper understanding of the discipline.

This course is designed to introduce students to library research and resources available in academic libraries. Through effective use of resources in a variety of formats, students learn to access information to meet their research needs. Topics include: finding, evaluating and citing sources. Recommended for all students.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course is an introduction to the study of language. It provides an overview of the field of linguistics, its three dimensions of language structure: the sound system (phonetics and phonology), vocabulary (morphology), and grammar (syntax), and the way linguistic structure and context give rise to meaning (semantics and pragmatics). In addition the course considers how social practices are shaped by and shape language use, as well as how language is acquired and learned. The course provides a grounding in linguistics as a field of study, basic analytic skills for viewing and discussing language from a variety of perspectives, and greater awareness of the relevance of language across and within cultures.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

This course provides an accelerated student-driven path through pre-algebra to intermediate algebra and through the algebra topics and basic elements of exploratory data analysis needed for Elementary Statistics and Finite Mathematics. Students will learn the topics in this course at their own pace in a computer lab with faculty guidance. As students demonstrate proficiency, they will have the opportunity to earn credit for Math 85, Math 31, Math 20, or Math 50. This course has multiple exit levels where students can earn a grade of “P” for passing the highest-level course mastered and become eligible to enter subsequent courses in their plan of study.

• Prerequisite: MATH 1.

This course is a continuation of Math 1, Bridge to College Mathematics (BCM) for students who have already taken BCM and successfully passed the Arithmetic/Pre-algebra level and/or the Elementary Algebra portions of the BCM course. Students enrolled in Math 1B (BCM 2) will pick up where they left off in BCM and have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate mastery of Elementary Algebra and/or Intermediate Algebra. Based on their proficiency of topics in one or both courses, students will earn a grade of “P” for passing the highest-level course mastered and become eligible to enter subsequent courses in their plan of study.

• Prerequisite: MATH 1B.

This course is a continuation of Math 1B, Bridge to College Mathematics (BCM 2) for students who have already taken BCM 2 and successfully passed the Elementary Algebra level. Students enrolled in Math 1C (BCM 3) will pick up where they left off in BCM 2 and have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate mastery of Intermediate Algebra. Based on their proficiency of topics, students will earn a grade of “P” for passing Math 20.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 20 and MATH 32.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 2, MATH 4, and MATH 26 is 5 units.

An intensive preparation for calculus. This course is intended for computer science, engineering, mathematics, and natural science majors. Topics include algebraic, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their inverses and identities, conic sections, sequences, series, the binomial theorem and mathematical induction.

• Corequisite: MATH 2.

A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in precalculus. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in Math 2, Precalculus. Topics include concepts from elementary algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra that are needed to understand the basics of college-level precalculus. Emphasis is placed on real and complex numbers; fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and functions; algebraic factoring and simplification; introduction to functions, equations and graphs; circles and parabolas; properties of geometric figures, similarity, and special right triangles. Pass/No Pass only.

• Prerequisite: MATH 20 and MATH 32.
• Advisory: MATH 4 and eligibility for English 1.

This course is intended for students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). Math 3 in combination with Math 4 (College Algebra for STEM Majors) serves as a prerequisite for Math 7 (Calculus 1). The course includes a study of the properties and graphs of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, solutions of triangles, trigonometric equations, parametric equations, polar coordinates and polar equations, the algebra of vectors in two and three dimensions and topics from analytic geometry and applications.

• Corequisite: MATH 3.

A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in trigonometry. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in Math 3, Trigonometry with Applications. Topics include concepts from elementary and intermediate algebra and analytic geometry that are needed to understand the basics of trigonometry. Emphasis is placed on studying angles and their properties; geometric figures including circles and triangles; factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions; equations and graphs of circles; introduction to functions; fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and functions. Pass/No Pass only.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 20.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 2, MATH 4, and MATH 26 is 5 units.

This course is intended for students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). Math 4 in combination with Math 3 (Trigonometry with applications) serves as a prerequisite for Math 7 (Calculus 1). The topics to be covered include review of the fundamentals of algebra, relations, functions, solutions of first and second degree equations and inequalities, systems of equations, matrices, binomial theorem, mathematical induction, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry and conic sections, and geometric and arithmetic sequences and series.

• Corequisite: MATH 4.

A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in College Algebra. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in Math 4, College Algebra for STEM Majors. Topics include concepts from elementary and intermediate algebra and analytic geometry that are needed to understand the basics of college-level algebra. Emphasis is placed on real and complex numbers; fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and functions; factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions; introduction to functions, solving equations and systems of linear equations; graphs of elementary functions and their properties. Pass/No Pass only.

C-ID: MATH 211.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 2 or (MATH 3 and MATH 4).

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 7 and MATH 28 is one course.

This first course in calculus is intended primarily for science, technology, engineering and mathematics majors. Topics include limits, continuity, and derivatives and integrals of algebraic and trigonometric functions, with mathematical and physical applications.

C-ID: MATH 221.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 7.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 8 and MATH 29 is one course.

This second course in calculus is intended primarily for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors. Topics include derivatives and integrals of transcendental functions with mathematical and physical applications, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, and curves, including conic sections, described by parametric equations and polar coordinates.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 8.

Formerly same course as CS 10.

This course is intended for computer science, engineering, and mathematics majors. Topics include proof techniques, cardinality of sets, partial orderings and equivalence relations, symbolic logic and valid arguments, permutations and combinations with repetition, and an introduction to graph theory.

C-ID: MATH 230.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 8.

Topics include vectors and analytic geometry in two and three dimensions, vector functions with applications, partial derivatives, extrema, Lagrange Multipliers, multiple integrals with applications, vector fields. Green’s Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

C-ID: MATH 250.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 8.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Topics include matrices and linear transformations; abstract vector spaces and subspaces; linear independence and bases; determinants; systems of linear equations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

C-ID: MATH 240.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 8.

This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations. Topics include first order equations, linear equations, reduction of order, variation of parameters, spring motion and other applications, Cauchy-Euler equations, power series solutions, Laplace transform, and systems of linear differential equations.

• Prerequisite: MATH 31.

Maximum allowable units for MATH 18 and MATH 20 is 5 units.

Topics include linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations; systems of linear equations and inequalities; sequences and series. The emphasis is on setting up and solving applications of the algebraic material.

Math 18 is designed for students who are required to complete Math 54 only or Math 21 only. If you are unsure which transfer level math course you need, it is recommended you take Math 20.

Maximum allowable units for MATH 18 and MATH 20 is 5 units.

Topics include rational, irrational and complex numbers; fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and functions; introduction to polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, equations and graphs; circles and parabolas. Emphasis is on advanced algebraic factoring and simplification.

MATH 20 serves as a prerequisite to all college level math classes. Students whose terminal math course is MATH 54 or MATH 21 may want to consider taking MATH 18 or MATH 50 instead.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 18 or MATH 20 or MATH 49 or MATH 50.

This is a terminal mathematics course for liberal arts and social science majors. Topics include sets and counting, probability, linear systems, linear programming, statistics, and mathematics of finance, with emphasis on applications.

• Corequisite: MATH 21.

This course provides a review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed for students who are concurrently enrolled in Finite Mathematics. Topics include theory, procedures, and practices from pre-algebra, beginning algebra, and intermediate algebra. Particular attention is paid to solving and graphing linear equations and inequalities, problem-solving and modeling strategies, translating and interpreting language for the purpose of formulating mathematical phrases and statements, simplifying arithmetic and algebraic expressions, and learning to use the appropriate technology (typically scientific calculators) needed in Math 21. Pass/No Pass only.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 20.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 2, MATH 4, and MATH 26 is 5 units.

This course is a preparatory course for students anticipating enrollment in Math 28 (Calculus 1 for Business and Social Science). Topics include algebraic, exponential and logartihmic functions and their graphical representations, and using these functions to model applications in business and social science.

MATH 26 is not recommended as a terminal course to satisfy transfer requirements.

• Corequisite: MATH 26.

This course emphasizes a review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in Math 26. It is intended for majors in business and social science concurrently enrolled in MATH 26, Functions and Modeling for Business and Social Science. Topics include a review of computational skills developed in intermediate algebra, factoring, operations on rational and radical expressions, absolute value equations, linear equations and inequalities, simple polynomial equations, exponential and logarithmic expressions and equations, functions including composition and inverses, and an in-depth focus on applications. This course is appropriate for students who are proficient in their beginning algebra skills. Pass/No Pass only.

C-ID: MATH 140.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 26.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 7 and MATH 28 is one course.

This course is intended for students majoring in business or social sciences. It is a survey of differential and integral calculus with business and social science applications. Topics include limits, differential calculus of one variable, including exponential and logarithmic functions, introduction to integral calculus, and mathematics of finance.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 28.

*Maximum UC credit for MATH 8 and MATH 29 is one course.

Topics include techniques and applications of integration, improper integrals, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, method of least squares, maxima and minima of functions of several variables with and without constraints, methods of LaGrange Multipliers, double integrals and their application, elementary differential equations with applications, probability and calculus.

• Prerequisite: MATH 84 or MATH 85.

Topics include: Arithmetic operations with real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals; factoring polynomials; linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables; systems of linear equations and inequalities in two variables; application problems; equations with rational expressions; equations with radicals; introduction to quadratic equations in one variable.

This course is equivalent to one year high school algebra. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend 16 documented supplemental learning hours outside of class during the semester.

• Prerequisite: MATH 31 or MATH 49.

This is an introductory course in geometry whose goal is to increase the mathematical maturity and reasoning skills of students. Topics include elementary logical reasoning, properties of geometric figures, congruence, similarity, and special right triangles. Formal proof is introduced and used within the course.

• Prerequisite: MATH 20.

This course is designed for pre-service elementary school teachers. The course examines several content areas: numeration systems (historical development of numeration system, Hindu-Arabic numeration system, and place value systems); integers (structure, basic properties and computational algorithms); basic number theory (divisibility, primes and composites, prime factorization, Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic, greatest common divisor, least common multiple); rational numbers (structure and properties, ratio and proportions); real numbers (structure and basic properties, arithmetic operations, rational and irrational numbers, decimal representation, number line representation); problem solving (patterns, connections, modeling, reasoning and representations, strategies, inductive and deductive reasoning); and national and state curriculum standards for elementary school math including Common Core State Standards.

• Prerequisite: MATH 84 or MATH 85.

This is an accelerated course covering the topics of Beginning and Intermediate algebra. Specific topics include arithmetic operations with real numbers, change of units and percents, polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals; linear equations and inequalities; systems of linear equations and inequalities; application problems; equations with rational expressions; equations with radicals; linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations; factoring; drawing and interpreting graphs; sequences and series. The emphasis is on setting up and solving applications of the algebraic material.

This course introduces algebra topics and the basic elements of exploratory data analysis needed for Elementary Statistics (Math 54) and Finite Mathematics (Math 21). Course topics include number and operation sense with regard to whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, mixed numbers, decimals, grouping symbols, order of operations, estimation and approximation, scientific notation, ratios, percents, proportions, formulas and algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, analyzing and producing data, sample statistics and graphs, functions, systems of linear equations, and probability.

MATH 50 is designed for students who are only required to complete Elementary Statistics (MATH 54) or Finite Mathematics (MATH 21). Students who plan to take a non-math course which lists MATH 20 or MATH 31 as a pre-requisite should take those courses unless otherwise advised by the department offering the non-math course. This course is not intended as a preparation for precalculus or calculus. Students planning to take Precalculus (MATH 2) must complete Intermediate Algebra (MATH 20).

C-ID: MATH 110.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: MATH 18 or MATH 20 or MATH 49 or MATH 50.

Formerly MATH 52.

This course covers concepts and procedures of descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory and inferential statistics. Course content includes: summarizing data; computation and interpretation of descriptive statistics; classical probability theory; probability distributions; binomial, normal, T, Chi-square and F distributions; making inferences; decisions and predictions. This course develops, analyzes, and interprets confidence intervals for population parameters, hypothesis testing for both one and two populations, correlation and regression, ANOVA, and test for independence. This course develops statistical thinking through the study of applications in variety of disciplines. The use of a statistical/graphing calculator and/or statistical analysis software is integrated into the course.

• Corequisite: MATH 54.

A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in statistics. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in MATH 54, Elementary Statistics. Topics include: concepts from arithmetic, pre-algebra, elementary and intermediate algebra that are needed to understand the basics of college-level statistics. Concepts are taught through the context of descriptive data analysis. Pass/No Pass only.

The aim of this course is to develop number and operation sense with regard to whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percents; as well as measurement and problem solving skills. Course content also includes ratios, proportions, and practical applications of the arithmetic material.

*Course credit will not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate Degree requirements. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend 16 documented supplemental learning hours outside of class during the session.

• Prerequisite: MATH 81.

This course prepares the student for Elementary Algebra. It assumes a thorough knowledge of arithmetic. Course content includes integers, signed fractions, signed decimals, grouping symbols, the order of operations, exponents, and algebraic expressions and formulas. The emphasis is on concepts essential for success in algebra.

*Course credit will not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate Degree requirements. Students enrolled in this course are required to spend 16 documented supplemental learning hours outside of class during the semester.

This course offers an accelerated option for preparation for Elementary Algebra. The material covered is equivalent to that covered separately in Math 81 (Basic Arithmetic) and Math 84 (Prealgebra). This course develops number and operation sense with regard to whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, mixed numbers, and decimals. Grouping symbols, order of operations, estimation and approximation, scientific notation, ratios, percents, proportions, geometric figures, and units of measurement with conversions are included. An introduction to algebraic topics, including simple linear equations, algebraic expressions and formulas, and practical applications of the material also are covered. All topics will be covered without the use of a calculating device.

Students who desire a slower pace should enroll in the Math 81/84 sequence. Course credit will not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate degree requirements.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

C-ID: JOUR 100.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Formerly COMM 1.

This course introduces aspects of communications and the impact of mass media on the individual and society. The survey includes newspapers, magazines, radio, television, cable, motion pictures, online media, advertising, public relations, theories of communication, and mass communication modes, processes and effects.

Formerly COMM 2.

This course prepares students for a media-saturated world, by equipping them with the tools they need to critically evaluate media content in print, electronic and digital form, such as magazines, television, film, podcasts, advertising and video games. Students will delve into the intricacies of media messages, the techniques behind them, and their societal implications; exploring the powerful narratives that shape our culture and the profound influence media messages have on public opinion. Students will also cultivate an ethical approach to media consumption and gain insights into the importance of accurate representation and the challenges of media bias.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course provides a detailed introduction to global media systems around the world, examining the main economic and cultural dimensions of the international media environment. Key theoretical approaches to international and global communication will be examined. Consideration will be given to the key issues, main actors, and significant developments in global media.

MEDIA 3 is the same course as GLOBAL 3. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

This introductory course examines the medium of video games. The course studies how video games have developed historically, culturally, and technically. Issues of narrative, design, interactivity, and spatiality, which inform both the medium as a whole and individual games in particular, are examined. The function of video games as media texts within popular culture is also assessed.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavior Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

Formerly COMM 10.

This course is a historical overview of class, gender, and race/ethnicity of the media in the United States. Using readings from selected texts, clips from movies, radio and television broadcasts, as well as period literature, students analyze and debate representations in the media with a focus on at least 3 of the following racial/ethnic groups: Latinx, African American, Asian American, and Indigenous peoples. Critical thinking skills are developed in this course.

Formerly BRDCST 1.

Radio, television and related electronic media are introduced in this course with emphasis on history, programming, FCC regulations, operations, economics, and social impact. The course also includes an examination of the newer technologies such as the Internet, cable, direct broadcast satellites, computers, wireless phones, and the communications technology revolution.

Formerly BRDCST 2.

Principles of radio and television programming and management, including program sources, programming theories, station organization, community involvement, market demographics, and fulfillment of FCC requirements are covered in this course.

Formerly BRDCST 3A.

This course offers training and practical experience in announcing for radio and television and for radio control room operation, combining voice, recordings, editing, and other elements in broadcasting performance and production.

Formerly BRDCST 4A.

This course familiarizes the student with the expectations of journalism by the public and teaches the student the basic newswriting guidelines used in broadcast journalism. Through newswriting assignments and exercises, the student will become adept in basic broadcast news writing.

MEDIA 14 is the same course as JOURN 4A. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

• Advisory: MEDIA 14.

Formerly BRDCST 4B.

This course builds upon Broadcast 4A/Journalism 4A and offers students an opportunity to further develop their newswriting and newscasting skills The student will write broadcast copy for a variety of news situations in radio and television. More complex assignments such as covering political campaigns and breaking news stories will be covered. Assignments include writing broadcast copy for SMC’s campus radio KWRF. Issues in media ethics and career opportunities will also be discussed.

MEDIA 15 is the same course as JOURN 4B. Students may receive credit for one, but not both.

Formerly BRDCST 5A.

Sports reporting for the broadcast media, including a study of sources of information, statistic and personal background on athletes, as well as techniques of interviewing, color reporting, and play-by-play announcing are covered in this course. Special emphasis will be given to the particular demands and playing environments of fall sports such as football. Field work in coverage of football and other fall sports involves interview shows with coaches, players, and sports figures.

Formerly BRDCST 5B.

Sports reporting for the broadcast and internet media, including a study of sources of information, statistic and personal background on teams and athletes, as well as techniques in TV and Radio anchoring, interviewing, sideline reporting, play-by-play announcing and color analyst/commenting along with ESports are covered in this course. Special emphasis will be given to the particular demands and playing environments of spring sports such as basketball and track and field. Field work in coverage of spring sports involves interview shows with coaches, players, and sports figures and more.

MEDIA 18 is the same course as BUS 33. Students may receive credit for one, but not both.

This course examines advertising as an economic support for commercial broadcast, cable, and related telecommunications media. Audience surveys, rate structures, client, ad rep firms and advertising agency relationships are discussed and explored.

• Advisory: MEDIA 13 or MEDIA 14.

Formerly BRDCST 9.

This course offers further training and practical experience in producing and announcing for radio. Students use digital audio workstations to produce commercials, newscasts, promos and various other audio projects. Lecture topics include an overview of current industry trends, plus instruction on voice overs, digital editing and mixing, podcasting, Internet streaming and satellite radio.

Formerly BRDCST 20.

Basic introductory course in writing for all forms of screen and new media. Emphasis on preparing scripts in proper formats, including fundamental technical, conceptual and stylistic issues related to writing scripts for sports, informational and entertainment purposes. This course also offers basic training and practical experience in writing, producing, shooting, music selection, and directing voice-over talent for short-form media projects. These project forms include on-air promos, commercials, public service announcements, web series, and special marketing campaigns. The course will take a hands-on approach to enable the development of basic copywriting and production skills, and will provide students with an introductory understanding of television, radio, and alternative media branding and marketing strategies. Includes a writing evaluation component as a significant part of the course requirement. Storytelling, scriptwriting, and coordinating essential production elements will be emphasized.

• Advisory: MEDIA 20.

Formerly BRDCST 21.

This course offers advanced instruction and focused practical experience in concept development, writing and producing for short form visual media projects. These project forms include on-air promos, commercials, public service announcements (PSA’s), webisodes, and special visual marketing campaigns. The major course objective is to enable professional visual writing and production skills through immersion in short-form producing and writing assignments applicable to television, radio, internet, mobile device, and other digital media formats. Story and script development, and short form project conception and production will be emphasized.

Student media practicum and lab where students produce engaging social media journalism content for the campus community. Students learn how to plan, pitch, innovate and execute news content pieces across the social and digital landscape. Students collaborate with student newsroom writers, photojournalists, designers and editors to develop audience engagement strategies following media industry best practices. Students use analytics and metrics to analyze how audiences engage with created content.

MEDIA 25 is the same course as JOURN 7. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

• Advisory: SPAN 25.

This survey class, taught in Spanish, will introduce students to the historical and current trends in Spanish-language media and LatinX-oriented media in the United States. Students will compare demographic evolution and resultant effects on media contexts. Students will practice media production techniques and create media content. As a part of this course, students will experience work in the communications field through experiential learning placements.

MEDIA 26 is the same course as SPAN 26. Students may earn credit for one but not both.

Explore fundamental principles of advertising copywriting, delving into practical strategies for effective written persuasion. Gain insights and essential skills applicable to students and professionals, positioning them as industry leaders. This comprehensive course tackles pressing industry issues, including multicultural marketing, international advertising, ethics, and crafting content for the digital age.

Theory and practice of media advertising strategies employed in planning, buying, and selling to target markets. Successful sales management, market research, and media ethics are covered in this course. Students collaborate on campaigns in an advertising, agency-like setting to price, target, sell, and create advertising for college student media.

Formerly BRDCST 46.

This course provides basic training in the use of television equipment and facilities; camera operations; audio and video control; lighting; graphics; editing; portable video, and audio production techniques.

Formerly BRDCST 48.

Students will produce a variety of electronic media projects primarily for airing on public cable access and public television station channels. Projects will also be developed for pod-casting, inclusion in video/film festivals, and distribution to other media entities. The emphasis in this course is on the development of creative video camera techniques, writing, producing, and editing skills for the production of digital media. Students will also have the opportunity to produce video segments for the Corsair newspaper online edition.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

This course is an introduction to teaching music classes for children ages infancy through age 6 in a group setting. Various music teaching techniques and teaching materials will be explored.

MUSIC 27 is the same course as ECE 81. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course offers an exploration of Global cultures through music. Students will study musical instruments, musical elements in composition, styles, and performance practices of different regions of the world. This course also explores artistic, social and historical contexts that lead to the development of different/cultural forms of music.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a survey of music in Western Civilization from Antiquity through Baroque (approximately 800 BC to 1750 AD). Emphasis is placed upon the principal composers and their works related to the history and philosophy of each stylistic period and interrelationships with the arts and humanities in general. The stylistic periods covered include Greco-Roman, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. The course is designed for the music major, but open to all.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a survey of music in Western Civilization from the Rococo Period (about 1720) to the present. Emphasis is placed upon the principal composers and their works related to the history and philosophy of each stylistic period and interrelationships with the arts and humanities in general. The stylistic periods covered include Rococo, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist, and the diverse directions of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The course is designed for the music major but open to all.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is designed for the non-major. It utilizes a broad approach to musical literature, primarily of the sixteenth through twenty-first centuries, and its place in the cultural development of Western Civilization. It provides the tools for a basic understanding of music, an awareness of the primary musical styles, comprehension of the building blocks of music, and the development of an attentive level of listening.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course concentrates on the origin, development, and major musical styles of jazz music in American culture, with significant emphasis placed on the sociopolitical and economic realities that resulted in shaping the musical decisions of the primary innovators. The course will further illustrate how the multicultural intersection of the African-American, European-American, and Chicano/Latino communities has been and continues to be an essential element for the existence and proliferation of this uniquely American art form. Designed for the non-major but recommended for majors.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course is a musical and cultural survey of popular music widely referred to as Rock & Roll. Musical trends are followed from influential traditions of early blues and jazz at the beginning of the twentieth century and include the emergence of Rock & Roll in the early 1950’s, Motown, the “British Invasion”, Art Rock, Heavy Metal, Punk, Rap and Hip-Hop, Techno, Grunge, Electronica, Garage Rock and Modern Rock.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

This course is a survey of the music of Native Americans, European Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans and Asian Americans from their historical roots to the present, including blues, gospel, bluegrass, zydeco, salsa, mariachi, norteno, and taiko, and the impact of traditional music on American pop styles. The course examines musical elements, the role of music in society, and how music reflects culture. Students will develop listening and descriptive skills through a variety of media including recordings, video and live demonstration. The course is open to all regardless of previous musical background or experience.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

The history of opera, from ‘l’Orfeo’ by Monterverdi to the present day. An examination of the creative elements of opera which combines the visual, vocal, instrumental, literary and kinesthetic arts into an art form that can measure a civilized culture. The origins of modern opera in Italy, soon followed by French, German, Russian, English, Spanish, other European and American variations, and a worldwide variety of theater forms presented in the language of music.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

*No UC transfer credit for MUSIC 1 if taken after MUSIC 2. See also MUSIC 66.

This course provides the study of the rudiments of music notation, including scales, intervals, triads and seventh chords. Also included are rhythmic drills, sight singing and exercises using computer-assisted-instruction. This course (or the equivalent) is a prerequisite for all other music theory courses.

MUSIC 1 is equivalent to the theory portion of MUSIC 66. Credit may be earned for MUSIC 1 or MUSIC 66 but not both.

• Corequisite: MUSIC 6.
• Advisory: MUSIC 1 and MUSIC 5.

*No UC transfer credit for MUSIC 1 if taken after MUSIC 2.

This course covers sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, and in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted-instruction. Correlated with Music 6 (Diatonic Harmony).

• Prerequisite: MUSIC 2.

This course provides a guided study of basic musical phenomena and traditional notation through sight singing, dictation, ear training, and keyboard harmony with the primary aim of developing musical perception, comprehension and fluency. Topics covered include sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, and in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted-instruction. Correlated with Music 7 (Chromatic Harmony).

• Prerequisite: MUSIC 3.

This course provides a guided study of basic musical phenomena and traditional notation through sight singing, dictation, ear training, and keyboard harmony with the primary aim of developing musical perception, comprehension and fluency. Topics covered include sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, and in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, harmonic progressions, and take-home transcription projects. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted-instruction. Correlated with Music 8 (Modulation and Analysis).

• Advisory: MUSIC 1 or concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 1.

This course covers the rudiments of sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, and in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted instruction.

• Corequisite: MUSIC 2.
• Advisory: MUSIC 1.

This course provides a study of the diatonic materials of the common practice: triads, seventh chords, root progressions, and the strict discipline of part writing based on the Bach chorale. Also included are cadences, nonchord tones, phrase structure, and modulation to closely related keys. Correlated with Music 2 (Musicianship).

• Prerequisite: MUSIC 6.

This course continues the study of conventional harmony by introducing secondary dominants, diminished seventh chords, dominant ninth chords, and altered chords such as the Neapolitan, augmented sixth chords, and contemporary chord extensions. The discipline of part writing is continued, and the notions of both permanent and transient modulation are explored. Correlated with Music 3 (Musicianship).

• Prerequisite: MUSIC 7.

This course is designed to integrate the elements of harmonic structure presented in Music 6 and 7 with broader concepts of style so that entire compositions of the common practice period can be analyzed and understood. Emphasis is placed on chord analysis, phrase structure, tonal relationships, and macro-form. As a supplement, an introduction to the melodic and harmonic devices of the 20th Century is given. Correlated with Music 4 (Musicianship).

• Advisory: MUSIC 2 and MUSIC 6.

This course is the study of the harmonic idioms used in popular music and in jazz. It covers the language of chord symbols, analysis of conventional chord progressions, the writing of lead sheets, and an introduction to commercial and jazz arranging techniques.

• Advisory: MUSIC 2 and MUSIC 6.

This course is designed to train students in the understanding and application of music technology with emphasis on computer music notation, MIDI sequencing, and digital sound production. It will provide an overview of the various computer and audio components in the Music Department’s Music Media Lab and will cover music software programs for music notation and for audio editing and production.

• Advisory: MUSIC 3 and MUSIC 7.

This course is a detailed study of the contrapuntal style of the Late Baroque period. Original student work in the form of exercises and complete compositions using 18th Century idioms is a part of the study. Analysis and performance of representative works of J.S. Bach and his contemporaries are included.

• Advisory: MUSIC 3 and MUSIC 7.

This course is a study of the techniques of scoring music for the standard symphony orchestra. The ranges, colors, transpositions, and technical capabilities of the string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments are all studied. Methods of combining the instruments into performing groups of various sizes are also covered.

• Advisory: MUSIC 2 and MUSIC 6.

Fundamentals in conducting techniques are studied with reference to directing instrumental and vocal organizations.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required.
• Advisory: MUSIC 50B.

The philosophy of this course is that everyone who wants to sing opera should have the opportunity to do so. In this workshop, those who are enrolled will be assigned parts commensurate with their experience, vocal technique and enthusiasm for participation.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.
• Advisory: MUSIC 50B.

This course is designed for intermediate and advanced singers interested in developing their vocal abilities and becoming acquainted with and learning selected works from the standard operatic repertoire. The course will offer solo and ensemble experience through singing, acting, and movement leading to the public performance of operatic scenes. This is the summer version of Music 40.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition.
• Advisory: MUSIC 50B.

This course consists of rehearsals and performance of a full-length operatic production with orchestra. Emphasis is placed on the cooperative blending of all theatre and musical activities into a finished public performance.

This course provides rehearsal and performance of literature written for mariachi ensembles with emphasis on methods and materials. Musical materials include published arrangements of mariachi repertoire, special arrangements of mariachi music, and contemporary compositions in the mariachi idiom selected according to the ability of the group. Instructor approval and the ability to play an instrument or sing are required.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course introduces the student to theories, techniques and practices of musical theatre performance. The class concentrates on preparing and performing scenes from musical theatre, culminating in a public performance. Attendance at theatre productions for which students must purchase tickets is required.

MUSIC 45 is the same course as TH ART 45. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required. Co-enrollment in TH ART 51 is required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of a theatrical production geared specifically for a younger audience. It explores acting skills through the application and development of progressive performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on cooperative blending of all theatre activities into a finished public performance. Students will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the processes of performing for the live theatre.

MUSIC 46 is the same as TH ART 53. Students may earn credit for one but not both.

Introduction to the fundamental principles of singing: breath control, tone production, diction and the use of appropriate song material.

• Advisory: MUSIC 50A.

Continued development of vocal technique, musicianship, style and interpretations and song repertoire.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the department’s musical theatre production. Dance laboratory is included. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

The jazz vocal ensemble is open to all students, subject to audition standards. Selected vocal students function as a musical ensemble. They prepare and perform vocal music in the jazz and popular idiom.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

The concert chorale is open to all students, subject to audition standards. The course includes study and performance of major choral works, both a cappella and accompanied.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required.
• Advisory: MUSIC 1 and MUSIC 50B

This course is designed for the advanced vocal student. It includes an introduction to the International Phonetic Association sound symbols and their usage in performance preparation; appropriate stylistic exercise and vocalise techniques; song form analysis; in-depth song preparation techniques; professional standards of conduct when working with other musicians; and advanced stage performance and auditioning techniques. Repertoire from the Classical, Jazz, Musical Theater, and Pop genres will be included. The course will include individual in-class performances and culminate in a final public performance of selected material. Acceptance into the course shall be by audition.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

The chamber choir studies and performs compositions ranging from the madrigal to contemporary works suitable for smaller ensembles.

See also MUSIC 66.

Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to the keyboard to the reading of simple pieces at sight in all major keys. Technical problems, basic music theory, major scales, hand-over-hand arpeggios, simple chording and an introduction to piano literature are stressed.

MUSIC 60A is equivalent to the piano portion of MUSIC 66. Credit may be earned for MUSIC 60A or MUSIC 66 but not both. Access to a piano in good playing condition or a digital piano is required. A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60A.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to major and harmonic minor scale fingerings, minor key signatures, hand-over-hand arpeggios, triad inversions, primary chord harmonization, sight reading and transposition. Pieces are studied with attention to basic concepts of piano technique and interpretation such as phrasing, tone, touches and dynamics.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60B.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

Instruction in this course includes an emphasis on repertoire by master composers with attention to technical approach, interpretation and harmonic analysis. Major and harmonic minor scales, arpeggios and inversions are continued.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60C.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

In this course elementary pieces from the standard repertoire of all musical periods are studied with an emphasis on technique, interpretation and harmonic analysis. Keyboard musicianship skills, including major and harmonic minor scales, major and minor arpeggios and chord progressions involving seventh chords and secondary triads, are stressed.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60D.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

A study of intermediate level original piano compositions by master composers. Includes technical studies, analysis of literature performed, in-depth instruction on the interpretation of literature performed, major and minor scales (4 octaves, hands together), chord progressions and harmonization.

• Advisory: MUSIC 61A.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

A study of upper intermediate and early advanced levels of original piano compositions by master composers. Includes technical studies, analysis of literature performed, in-depth instruction on the interpretation of literature performed, major and minor scales (4 octaves, hands together), chord progressions (including modulation).

• Advisory: MUSIC 61A or equivalent.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

A course to develop sight reading (Prima Vista) skills. Intended for students who can play pieces that have been practiced repeatedly (or memorized), but who cannot perform music being seen for the first time with any degree of ease of confidence. Student should have the ability to sight read adequately.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60C or equivalent.

Student must have the ability to sight read adequately. A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course is designed for students interested in performing standard literature by master composers for duo piano (2 players/2 pianos), piano duet (2 players/2piano), and piano quartet (4 players/2 pianos). It will cover music written for this medium from the 18th century to the present. There may be an opportunity for a public performance. Students should have the ability to sight read.

• Advisory: MUSIC 60C.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

Instruction includes 7th, 9th, 11th and 13th chords; their voicing and use in jazz standards. Improvisation techniques for jazz, blues, pop, Latin and gospel style are included.

• Advisory: MUSIC 65A.

A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

Continuation and application of material studied in Music 65A, including all 7th, 9th, 11th and 13th chords, their voicing and use in jazz standards. Improvising techniques for jazz, blues, pop, Latin and gospel styles are included.

See also MUSIC 1 and MUSIC 60A. A limited number of loaner digital pianos are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course combines the study of the rudiments of music theory with an introduction to the keyboard. Included is the knowledge of music notation, scales, intervals, triads and seventh chords, rhythmic drills and sight singing. Piano studies include technical exercises, major scales, hand-over-hand arpeggios, simple chording and an introduction to piano literature. The fundamentals of music component of this course (or the equivalent) is a prerequisite for all other music theory courses. The piano component (or the equivalent) is a prerequisite for all other piano courses.

MUSIC 66 is equivalent to taking MUSIC 1 and MUSIC 60A. A student taking MUSIC 66 may not earn credit for MUSIC 1 or MUSIC 60A.

• Advisory: MUSIC 61B or equivalent.

This course will focus on the performance of standard keyboard repertoire by major composers of the twentieth century. The composers under study will include Debussy, Ravel, Scriabin, Bartok, Hindemith, Schoenberg, Prokofiev, Kabalevsky, Stravinsky, Copland, Barber, Ginastera, and others. This course is designed for upper-intermediate or early advanced pianists.

A limited number of loaner instruments are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course provides instruction in and reinforcement of the basic skills needed to play the instruments of the orchestral string family (violin, viola, cello and bass). Included are hand position, bow hold, fingerings, intonation, and posture.

• Advisory: MUSIC 70A.

A limited number of loaner instruments are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course is designed as an intermediate level class to continue development of the skills needed to play bowed string instruments (violin, viola, cello, string bass) and to improve reading skills. This course will offer a first level ensemble experience with emphasis on precision, intonation, balance, and blend. A separate time will be scheduled to help prepare more advanced students for the orchestra.

• Advisory: MUSIC 70B or audition.

A limited number of loaner instruments are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal techniques as they relate to the performance of intermediate level string orchestra literature. Ability to play a string instrument is required. During the course attention also will be given to technical development of the students in relation to the music that is being studied.

This course provides instruction in and reinforcement of the basic technical skills need to play instruments of the woodwind family, including embouchure development, standard and auxiliary fingerings, hand position, posture, and diaphragmatic breathing. Instruments of the woodwind family include flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and bass clarinet.

This course is the study of fundamental techniques, including tone production, fingerings, embouchure and hand position, of standard brass instruments which include trumpet, horn, euphonium, trombone and tuba.

Instruction in the basic techniques of concert percussion for beginners, emphasizing snare drum and orchestra bells. Techniques of other instruments, including bass drum, cymbals, triangle, tambourine and timpani will be demonstrated. Students will play individually and in small ensembles.

• Advisory: MUSIC 73A.

Instruction in percussion and snare drum at a more advanced level than given in Music 73A. Additional instruction will be given in other percussion instruments, such as bass drum, cymbals, timpani, and tambourine. Class rehearsal as well as outside preparation will lead to public performance.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal techniques as they relate to the performance of orchestra literature.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal techniques as they relate to the performance of orchestra literature. Ability to play an orchestral instrument is required.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

The study of musical literature, musical style, rehearsal techniques and ensemble playing as they relate to the performance of instrumental chamber music.

• Advisory: MUSIC 71, 72, 73A, or 73B.

This course is designed as an intermediate level class to continue skill development of the individual brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments and improve reading skills. The course will offer a first-level ensemble experience with emphasis directed to precision, intonation, balance and blend.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study and performance of musical literature written for wind ensemble with emphasis on style and rehearsal technique as they relate to the performance of band literature. Ability to play a band instrument is required.

• Prerequisite: Audition Required.

This course provides study and performance of musical literature written for wind ensemble with emphasis on style and rehearsal technique as they relate to the performance of band literature. Ability to play a band instrument is required.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides rehearsal and performance of literature written for large jazz ensembles with emphasis on methods and materials. Musical materials include published arrangements of standard tunes, special arrangements of standard tunes, and contemporary compositions in the jazz idiom and selected according to the ability of the group. Ability to play an instrument and instructor’s approval are required.

• Advisory: MUSIC 1.

This course focuses on the development of idiomatic jazz improvisation skills through the study of jazz standard tunes, 12 bar blues, jazz theory, ear training, transcriptions and performance.

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the range of beginning to intermediate skills of music reading, interpretation and performance.

Access to a guitar in good playing condition is required. A limited number of loaner guitars are available for use while enrolled in this course.

• Advisory: MUSIC 84A.

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the range of intermediate difficulty are the goals of this course. The course includes finger styles as found in Folk, Rock, Jazz, and their variations.

Access to a guitar in good playing condition is required. A limited number of loaner guitars are available for use while enrolled in this course.

• Advisory: MUSIC 84B.

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the range of intermediate difficulty are the goals of this course. The course includes finger styles as found in Folk, Rock, Jazz, and their variations.

Access to a guitar in good playing condition is required. A limited number of loaner guitars are available for use while enrolled in this course.

This course focuses on music reading in first-position from beginning to intermediate level and on right- and left-hand skills, using repertoire from Classical, Flamenco, Popular, and other traditions.

Access to a guitar in good playing condition is required. A limited number of loaner guitars are available for use while enrolled in this course.

• Advisory: MUSIC 87A.

This course focuses on music reading in first-position at the intermediate level and on right- and left-hand skills, using repertoire from Classical, Flamenco, Popular, and other traditions.

Access to a guitar in good playing condition is required. A limited number of loaner guitars are available for use while enrolled in this course.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

For Applied Music Program participants only. Deadlines to apply to audition for the program are in May for admission the following Fall and in November for admission the following Spring. For information, visit smc.edu/amp or call the SMC Music Department at 310-434-4323.

This course is designed to provide students with individual instruction in the applied areas of instrumental performance, vocal performance, and composition. The two units of credit require a weekly one-hour private lesson and five hours of individual practice per week. Students may repeat for credit for a total of four semesters.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

For Applied Music Program participants only. Deadlines to apply to audition for the program are in May for admission the following Fall and in November for admission the following Spring. For information, visit smc.edu/amp or call the SMC Music Department at 310-434-4323.

This course is designed to provide students in the Applied Music Program performance opportunities in a controlled environment in the areas of instrumental performance, vocal performance, and composition. Students may repeat this class for credit for a total of four semesters.

This course will prepare students to enter the workforce within the homeless response system and the overall nonprofit ecosystem. This course will examine housing policies at the federal, state, and local levels. The students will also learn the history of the evolution of homelessness.

Students will learn why health equity is relevant within the realm of homeless services and how advocacy and human engagement strategies can help increase the likelihood of an unhoused person’s progress toward greater health and safety. Students will explore the historical context of criminalization and how this affects current practices.

This course will offer a clear pathway for understanding the connection between relationship building and navigating documentation and data entry required in serving housed and unhoused people who have histories of homelessness. Students will gain a working knowledge of how each person copes with physical and mental health challenges, utilizes support services and neighborhood resources, learn how they relate with friends and family, and manage their day-to-day lives.

This capstone class prepares students for their careers by linking theory with practical experience gained through internships. Industry experts as guest speakers share experiences, effective practices, and career advice, bridging the gap between academia and real-world applications. Students develop essential skills, enabling them to plan their career paths with competence.

This course gives students hands-on experience working with front line workers in the homeless response system. Students will gain real-world work experience of what it takes to serve un-housed persons and develop an understanding of the working environment and culture of working in the sector.