2018-2019 Catalog Vol. 79 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Prerequisite: a course you must successfully complete prior to enrolling in the course for which it is listed as a prerequisite. You must receive a grade of C (2.0) or better in order for the course to satisfy a prerequisite requirement, unless otherwise specified in the course description.
Corequisite: a course you may enroll in simultaneously as the course for which it is listed as a corequisite.
Co-enrolled: a course you must enroll in while simultaneously enrolled in another designated course.
Contact hour disclaimer: Weekly lecture/lab/external contact hours denoted in all course descriptions reference a standard sixteen (16) week fall or spring semester. For non-standard semesters/sessions (e.g. summer semesters, winter/spring mini-mesters, 12-week sessions, etc.), the lecture/lab/external material will be covered over a shorter period of time, resulting in more hours each week. Total contact hours will remain the same for each course regardless of the semester/session type or the teaching modality (e.g. internet, blended, face-to-face, etc.). Detailed weekly hour combinations are available in the specific course syllabus.
Types of Course Fees:
Course/Lab/SIM Lab/Testing Fees: These fees are additional charges, approved by the Blinn College Board of Trustees, for specific courses that have demonstrably higher costs of delivering instruction because of the need for special equipment, supplies, use of facilities, technology, software, field trips, testing costs, or lessons required by the course.
Courses included in the Core Curriculum are noted as a Core Curriculum Course after the course title.
Note: The second digit of a course rubric identifies the number of credit hours a student will earn upon completing the course. For example: ENGL 1301 is a 3 credit hour course, as denoted by the 2nd digit.
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MUSI 1163 Jazz Improvisation CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Materials and practices for improvisation or extemporaneous performance in the jazz idiom. The art of jazz improvisation. A course in the basic materials and skills used in improvising jazz solos. The course objectives are provision of basic skills for improvisation and opportunity to refine those skills in regular practice sessions. This course will add refinement to improvised solos within the jazz ensemble within our current curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of all major scales and admission by instructor approval.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1164 Jazz Improvisation CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Materials and practices for improvisation or extemporaneous performance in the jazz idiom. The art of jazz improvisation. A course in the basic materials and skills used in improvising jazz solos. The course objectives are provision of basic skills for improvisation and opportunity to refine those skills in regular practice sessions. This course will add refinement to improvised solos within the jazz ensemble within our current curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of all major scales and admission by instructor approval.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1165 Diction II CIP Code: 500908
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 16
This course provides a framework for singing in German and French through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. While some grammatical rules will be taught, the course does not teach the languages.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1181 Class Piano I CIP Code: 500907
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. Introduction to piano playing for first semester music majors without previous advanced keyboard training. Corequisite(s): MUSI 1211 and MUSI 1216
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MUSI 1182 Class Piano II CIP Code: 500907
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. Continued development of piano playing for the second semester music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of a C or better in MUSI 1181 or by advanced placement. Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 1212 and MUSI 1217 .
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1192 Guitar Class CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamental techniques of playing guitar. A course primarily for students with limited knowledge in playing the guitar and/or reading music. The course aids students in developing basic guitar techniques and music reading. Lab emphasis is placed upon students playing chords and learning to read guitar music and simple tabulator. Corequisite(s): Students must supply their own instruments in good working conditions (i.e., at the instructor’s discretion).
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1193 Guitar Class CIP Code: 500907
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamental techniques of playing guitar. A course primarily for students with limited knowledge in playing the guitar and/or reading music. The course aids students in developing basic guitar techniques and music reading. Lab emphasis is placed upon students playing chords and learning to read guitar music and simple tabulator. Corequisite(s): Students must supply their own instruments in good working conditions (i.e., at the instructor’s discretion).
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1211 Music Theory I CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony up to and including the chords. Analysis and writing of small compositional forms. Correlated study at the keyboard. A study of music fundamentals for the music major, including notation, harmony, form, and part writing. Prerequisite(s): Passing grade on placement exam required at band or choir audition. Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 1216 , MUSI 1181 , music major lessons and parent ensemble
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1212 Music Theory II CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony up to and including the chords. Analysis and writing of small compositional forms. Correlated study at the keyboard. The continued study of harmony, form, and part writing for the music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 1211 Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 1217 , Class Piano II MUSI 1182 , music major lessons and parent ensemble
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1216 Aural Music I CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Singing tonal music in treble, bass, alto, and tenor clefs. Aural study, including dictation, of rhythm, melody, and diatonic harmony. A study of elementary sight singing and ear training for the music major in which the student learns to apply aurally the skills which are learned in music theory, including dictation of musical phrases and singing simple melodies at sight. Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 1211 , MUSI 1181 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1217 Aural Music II CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Singing tonal music in treble, bass, alto, and tenor clefs. Aural study, including dictation, of rhythm, melody, and diatonic harmony. A continuing study of elementary sight singing and ear training for the music major in which the student learns to apply aurally the skills which are learned in music theory, including dictation of musical phrases and singing simple melodies at sight. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 1216 Corequisite(s): Music majors should also be enrolled in MUSI 1212 , MUSI 1182 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1301 Introduction To Music CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introduction to the basic elements of music theory for non-music majors: scales, intervals, keys, triads, elementary ear training, keyboard harmony, notation, meter, and rhythm. (Does not apply to a music major degree.) Definition of musical terms, major and minor scales, rhythm, intervals, survey of musical instruments in various genres, and a cursory view of major historical figures in music history. Notes: Required of elementary education majors, and suitable for a fine arts elective in other fields.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1304 Foundations Of Music CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of the fundamentals of music for prospective classroom teachers with an introduction to melodic, rhythmic and harmonic elements. Emphasis on participation in singing and reading music.
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MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation CIP Code: 500902
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Understanding music through the study of cultural periods, major composers, and musical elements. Illustrated with audio recordings and live performances. (Does not apply to a music major degree.)
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1308 Music Literature CIP Code: 500902
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Survey of the principal musical forms and cultural periods as illustrated in the literature of major composers. A survey of music literature from Renaissance through contemporary for the music major. Prerequisite(s): Basic knowledge of music theory and musical forms Notes: Required for music majors.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 1310 History of Rock and Popular Music CIP Code: 500902
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
General survey of various styles of music in America. Topics may include jazz, ragtime, folk, rock, and contemporary art music. A survey of the history of rock and popular music beginning with their common origins in the 20th century popular and southern folk music, and continuing through the latest trends with discussions that include individual musicians as well as stylistic details.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2159 Musical Theatre II CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study and performance of works from the musical theater repertoire. Cross-listed with DRAM 1162 , this course is a continuation of MUSI 1159 and involves the study of works from the musical theatre repertoire. This group consists of singers and/or actors with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester. This ensemble represents Blinn College by performing numerous concerts both on and off campus. Prerequisite(s): Audition and permission from instructor.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2161 French Diction CIP Code: 500908
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 32
Study of phonetic sounds of the English, French, German, or Italian languages to promote the ability to sing in those languages. The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for singing in French by studying the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). While some grammatical rules will be taught, this course does not teach the language.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2163 Jazz Improvisation CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Materials and practices for improvisation or extemporaneous performance in the jazz idiom. The art of jazz improvisation. A course in the basic materials and skills used in improvising jazz solos. The course objectives are provision of basic skills for improvisation and opportunity to refine those skills in regular practice sessions. This course will add refinement to improvised solos within the jazz ensemble within our current curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of all major scales and admission by instructor approval.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2164 Jazz Improvisation CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Materials and practices for improvisation or extemporaneous performance in the jazz idiom. The art of jazz improvisation. A course in the basic materials and skills used in improvising jazz solos. The course objectives are provision of basic skills for improvisation and opportunity to refine those skills in regular practice sessions. This course will add refinement to improvised solos within the jazz ensemble within our current curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of all major scales and admission by instructor approval.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2181 Class Piano III CIP Code: 500907
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. Continued development of functional piano playing for the third semester music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of a C or better in MUSI 1182 or by advanced placement. Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2211 and MUSI 2216 .
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MUSI 2182 Class Piano IV CIP Code: 500907
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. Continued development of functional piano playing for the fourth semester music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of a C or better in MUSI 2181 or by advanced placement. Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2212 and MUSI 2217
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MUSI 2192 Guitar Class CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamental techniques of playing guitar. A course primarily for students with limited knowledge in playing the guitar and/or reading music. The course aids students in developing basic guitar techniques and music reading. Lab emphasis is placed upon students playing chords and learning to read guitar music and simple tabulator. Notes: Students must supply their own instruments in good working conditions (i.e., at the instructor’s discretion).
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2193 Guitar Class CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Class instruction in the fundamental techniques of playing guitar. A course primarily for students with limited knowledge in playing the guitar and/or reading music. The course aids students in developing basic guitar techniques and music reading. Lab emphasis is placed upon students playing chords and learning to read guitar music and simple tabulator. Notes: Students must supply their own instruments in good working conditions (i.e., at the instructor’s discretion).
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUSI 2211 Music Theory III CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Advanced harmony part writing and keyboard analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended tertian structures. Introduction to 20th century compositional procedures and survey of the traditional large forms of composition. Correlated study at the keyboard. Advanced study of harmony, musical form, and part writing for the music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 1212 Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2216 , MUSI 2181 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
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MUSI 2212 Music Theory IV CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Advanced harmony part writing and keyboard analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended tertian structures. Introduction to 20th century compositional procedures and survey of the traditional large forms of composition. Correlated study at the keyboard. Continued advanced study of harmony, musical form, and part writing for the music major. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 2211 Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2217 , MUSI 2182 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
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MUSI 2216 Aural Music III CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Singing more difficult tonal music including modal, ethnic, and 20th century materials. Aural study, including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures. Advanced study of sight singing and ear training for the music major, including dictation of chord progressions and singing advanced melodies at sight. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 1217 Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2211 , MUSI 2181 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
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MUSI 2217 Aural Music IV CIP Code: 500904
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 48
Singing more difficult tonal music including modal, ethnic, and 20th century materials. Aural study, including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures. Continuing advanced study of sight singing and ear training for the music major, including dictation of chord progressions and singing advanced melodies at sight. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MUSI 2216 Corequisite(s): Music majors must also be enrolled in MUSI 2212 , MUSI 2182 , music major lessons and parent ensemble.
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MUEN 1124 Marching Band CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Open to music majors and non-music majors with a background in instrumental music (including a recommendation of high school director) through audition on their respective instrument. Audition music should consist of region band etudes, class I solos, scales and sight reading. Color Guard prepares a representative routine to demonstrate ability. Performances at all home football games, select away games, annual Buccaneer Marching Festival, exhibition performances and local parades. Marching Band participation requires three additional hours of group practice/rehearsal per week.
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MUEN 1125 Wind Symphony/Symphonic Band CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Open to music majors and non-music majors with a background in instrumental music (including a recommendation of high school director) through audition on their respective instrument. Audition music should consist of region band etudes, class I solos, scales and sight reading. Performances include campus concerts for Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band and off campus concerts annually scheduled at area high schools on the annual concert tour for Wind Symphony. Wind Symphony/Symphonic Band participation requires three additional hours of group practice/rehearsal per week.
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MUEN 1126 Jazz Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Members selected through the audition process with priority given to members of the marching/concert band. Music includes: jazz, big band, Latin, rock and contemporary jazz. Performances: on campus concerts, annual Blinn Jazz Festival, and various functions in the community including appearances at area high schools.
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MUEN 1127 Jazz Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Members selected through the audition process with priority given to members of the marching/concert band. Music includes: jazz, big band, Latin, rock and contemporary jazz. Performances: on campus concerts, annual Blinn Jazz Festival, and various functions in the community including appearances at area high schools.
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MUEN 1131 Jazz Combo CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
External Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Jazz Combo is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to perform proficiently in a small jazz ensemble. The course covers amount other subjects, performance technique, stylistic considerations, basic arranging, and basic improvisation. Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Prerequisite(s): Students must audition at the beginning of the semester to gain admittance into the ensemble. Students should be a member of the Blinn College band program although exceptions can be made.
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MUEN 1132 Steel Drum Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Members are selected through an audition with priority given to members of the marching/symphonic-concert bands. Music includes traditional Caribbean music and additional arrangements of classical and contemporary music for steel drum ensemble. Performances include campus concerts and various functions in the community. Prerequisite(s): Students must audition at the beginning of the semester to gain admittance into the ensemble. Students should be a member of the Blinn College band program although exceptions can be made.
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MUEN 1133 Woodwind Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Required and limited to woodwind players in the marching/concert band. Ensembles grouped in sections: flutes, clarinets, saxophones, double reeds or upper woodwinds and low woodwinds. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week.
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MUEN 1134 Brass Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Required and limited to brass players in the marching/concert band. Ensembles grouped in sections: trumpets, French horns, tuba/euphonium, trombones, or high brass and low brass. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week to be scheduled outside of class time.
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MUEN 1135 Brass Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Required and limited to woodwind players in the marching/concert band. Ensembles grouped in sections: flutes, clarinets, saxophones, double reeds or upper woodwinds and low woodwinds. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week to be scheduled outside of class time.
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MUEN 1136 Woodwind Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Required and limited to woodwind players in the marching/concert band. Ensembles grouped in sections: flutes, clarinets, saxophones, double reeds or upper woodwinds and low woodwinds. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week to be scheduled outside of class time.
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MUEN 1137 Marching Auxiliaries Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
This course is for members of the Blinn College Drumline and Color Guard. Students in this course will focus on warm-ups, routines, and specialized works specific to each unit. Percussionists will focus on developing fundamental rudimental skills and refine their marching abilities through advanced warm-ups, cadences, and show music. Color Guard members will work on the fundamentals of modern technique, and refine their skills using warm-ups, specialized routines, and show movements. Corequisite(s): MUEN 1124 or MUEN 2124
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MUEN 1138 Percussion Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Open to members of the wind symphony/symphonic band during the Spring semester. Material includes: section preparation of concert literature and selected percussion ensemble pieces. Concert performances may include school visits, and on-campus concerts.
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MUEN 1139 Percussion Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Open to members of the wind symphony/symphonic band during the Spring semester. Material includes: section preparation of concert literature and selected percussion ensemble pieces. Concert performances may include school visits, and on-campus concerts.
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MUEN 1141 Concert Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Any major choral group, campus choir, chorus, or swing choir. Open to everyone, this chorus specializes in music of many periods and interests. There is no experience or background in choral music required, nor experience in music reading or singing. The emphasis of this course is to perform quality choral music while teaching group vocal techniques.
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MUEN 1142 Concert Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Any major choral group, campus choir, chorus, or swing choir. Open to everyone, this chorus specializes in music of many periods and interests. There is no experience or background in choral music required, nor experience in music reading or singing. The emphasis of this course is to perform quality choral music while teaching group vocal techniques.
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MUEN 1152 Women’s Chorus CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. The Women’s Chorus is a select, small ensemble specializing in the performance and study of women’s only repertoire. Placement will be done through an audition that will focus on singing ability as well as sight-reading skills. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 1153 Women’s Chorus CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. The Women’s Chorus is a select, small ensemble specializing in the performance and study of women’s only repertoire. Placement will be done through an audition that will focus on singing ability as well as sight-reading skills. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 1154 Chamber Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. This group consists of singers with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester and are based on ability to contribute vocally, and/or sight read. Students in this choir work at a faster pace than in Choral Union, and perform numerous concerts both on and off campus, representing the college. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 1155 Chamber Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. This group consists of singers with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester and are based on ability to contribute vocally, and/or sight read. Students in this choir work at a faster pace than in Choral Union, and perform numerous concerts both on and off campus, representing the college. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2124 Marching Band CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Open to music majors and non-music majors with a background in instrumental music (including a recommendation of high school director) through audition on their respective instrument. Audition music should consist of region band etudes, class I solos, scales and sight reading. Color Guard prepares a representative routine to demonstrate ability. Performances at all home football games, select away games, annual Buccaneer Marching Festival, exhibition performances and local parades. Marching Band participation requires three additional hours of group practice/rehearsal per week. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2125 Wind Symphony/Symphonic Band CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Open to music majors and non-music majors with a background in instrumental music (including a recommendation of high school director) through audition on their respective instrument. Audition music should consist of region band etudes, class I solos, scales and sight reading. Performances include campus concerts for Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band and off campus concerts annually scheduled at area high schools on the annual concert tour for Wind Symphony. Wind Symphony/Symphonic Band participation requires three additional hours of group practice/rehearsal per week. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2126 Jazz Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Members selected through the audition process with priority given to members of the marching/concert band. Music includes: jazz, big band, Latin, rock and contemporary jazz. Performances: on campus concerts, annual Blinn Jazz Festival, and various functions in the community including appearances at area high schools. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2127 Jazz Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Concert band, marching band, campus band, lab band (jazz/stage), symphony or orchestral group. Members selected through the audition process with priority given to members of the marching/concert band. Music includes: jazz, big band, Latin, rock and contemporary jazz. Performances: on campus concerts, annual Blinn Jazz Festival, and various functions in the community including appearances at area high schools. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2131 Jazz Combo CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
External Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Jazz Combo is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to perform proficiently in a small jazz ensemble. The course covers amount other subjects, performance technique, stylistic considerations, basic arranging, and basic improvisation. Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Prerequisite(s): Students must audition at the beginning of the semester to gain admittance into the ensemble. Students should be a member of the Blinn College band program although exceptions can be made.
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MUEN 2132 Steel Drum Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 3
External Hours: 0
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Members are selected through an audition with priority given to members of the marching/symphonic-concert bands. Music includes traditional Caribbean music and additional arrangements of classical and contemporary music for steel drum ensemble. Performances include campus concerts and various functions in the community. Prerequisite(s): Students must audition at the beginning of the semester to gain admittance into the ensemble. Students should be a member of the Blinn College band program although exceptions can be made.
Course Fee: 0
Lab Fee: 0
SIM Lab Fee: 0
Testing Fee: 0
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MUEN 2133 Woodwind Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Ensembles grouped in sections: flutes, clarinets, saxophones, double reeds or upper woodwinds and low woodwinds. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week. Notes: Required and limited to woodwind players in the marching/concert band.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUEN 2134 Brass Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Ensembles grouped in sections: trumpets, french horns, tuba/euphonium, trombones, or high brass and low brass. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Notes: Required and limited to brass players in the marching/concert band.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUEN 2135 Brass Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Ensembles grouped in sections: trumpets, french horns, tuba/euphonium, trombones, or high brass and low brass. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week. Notes: Required and limited to brass players in the marching/concert band.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUEN 2136 Woodwind Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 16
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Required and limited to woodwind players in the marching/concert band. Ensembles grouped in sections: flutes, clarinets, saxophones, double reeds or upper woodwinds and low woodwinds. Music consists of excerpts from the symphonic literature and selected arrangements unique to the individual grouping of instruments. Ensemble participation requires an additional hour of practice/rehearsal per week.
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MUEN 2137 Marching Auxiliaries Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Students in this course will focus on warm-ups, routines, and specialized works specific to each unit. Percussionists will focus on developing fundamental rudimental skills and refine their marching abilities thorugh advanced warm-ups, cadences, and show music. Color Guard members will work on the fundamentals of modern technique, and refine their skills using warm-ups, specialized routines, and show movements. Prerequisite(s): This course is for members of the Blinn Colleg Drumline and Color Guard. Corequisite(s): MUEN 1124 or MUEN 2124
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MUEN 2138 Percussion Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Open to members of the wind symphony/symphonic band during the Spring semester. Material includes: section preparation of concert literature and selected percussion ensemble pieces. Concert performances may include school visits, and on-campus concerts.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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MUEN 2139 Percussion Ensemble CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Smaller instrumental ensembles: wind, string, percussion, piano, or lab (jazz, rock, fusion, or contemporary). Open to members of the wind symphony/symphonic band during the Spring semester. Material includes: section preparation of concert literature and selected percussion ensemble pieces. Concert performances may include school visits, and on-campus concerts.
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MUEN 2141 Concert Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Any major choral group, campus choir, chorus, or swing choir. Open to everyone, this chorus specializes in music of many periods and interests. There is no experience or background in choral music required, nor experience in music reading or singing. The emphasis of this course is to perform quality choral music while teaching group vocal techniques.
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MUEN 2142 Concert Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Any major choral group, campus choir, chorus, or swing choir. Open to everyone, this chorus specializes in music of many periods and interests. There is no experience or background in choral music required, nor experience in music reading or singing. The emphasis of this course is to perform quality choral music while teaching group vocal techniques.
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MUEN 2152 Women’s Chorus CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. The Women’s Chorus is a select, small ensemble specializing in the performance and study of women’s only repertoire. Placement will be done through an audition that will focus on singing ability as well as sight-reading skills. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2153 Women’s Chorus CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. The Women’s Chorus is a select, small ensemble specializing in the performance and study of women’s only repertoire. Placement will be done through an audition that will focus on singing ability as well as sight-reading skills. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2154 Chamber Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. This group consists of singers with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester and are based on ability to contribute vocally, and/or sight read. Students in this choir work at a faster pace than in Concert Choir, and perform numerous concerts both on and off campus, representing the college. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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MUEN 2155 Chamber Choir CIP Code: 500903
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Vocal ensemble, glee club, madrigals, or small swing choir. This group consists of singers with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester and are based on ability to contribute vocally, and/or sight read. Students in this choir work at a faster pace than in Concert Choir and perform numerous concerts both on and off campus, representing the college. Prerequisite(s): Audition is required.
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NURA 1160 Clinical - Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide CIP Code: 513902
Credit Hours: 1
External Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Co-enrolled: NURA 1301 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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NURA 1301 Nurse Aide For Health Care CIP Code: 513902
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Topics include residents’ rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team, restorative services, mental health, and social services needs. Co-enrolled: NURA 1160 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
Lab Fee: $18.00
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EMAP 1400 Principles of Basic Emergency Management CIP Code: 43.0201
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 64
Overview of the Texas Emergency Management System and the concepts of emergency management and its integration of systems, basic definitions, identification of hazards, role of the local emergency manager, including interaction among various government entities. This course is equivalent to the Texas Department of Emergency Management and the Federal Emergency Management Agency courses G230 and G610.
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OSHT 1301 Introduction to Safety and Health CIP Code: 150701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
An introduction to the basic concepts of safety and health.
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OSHT 1305 OSHA Regulations - Construction Industry CIP Code: 150701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
A study of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertinent to the construction industry.
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OSHT 1313 Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
Provides a basis for understanding the nature of occupational hazard recognition, accident prevention, loss reduction, inspection techniques, and accident investigation analysis.
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PHRA 1143 Pharmacy Technician Certification Review CIP Code: 510805
Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 32
A review of major topics covered on the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE). Co-enrolled: PHRA 1301 and PHRA 1313 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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PHRA 1301 Introduction to Pharmacy CIP Code: 510805
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
An overview of the qualifications, operational guidelines, and job duties of a pharmacy technician. Co-enrolled: PHRA 1143 and PHRA 1313 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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PHRA 1313 Community Pharmacy Practice CIP Code: 510805
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Introduction to the skills necessary to process, prepare, label, and maintain records of prescriptions in a community pharmacy to include customer service, count and pour techniques, prescription calculations, drug selection and preparation, over-the-counter drugs, inventory management and legal parameters. Co-enrolled: PHRA 1143 and PHRA 1301 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy CIP Code: 380101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy. Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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PHIL 1304 Introduction to World Religions CIP Code: 380201
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christiantiy, and Islam. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards or have passed READ 306 with a grade of C or better.
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PHIL 1316 History of Religions I CIP Code: 380201
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A comparative study of world religions, Philosophy 1316 surveys Near Eastern and Primal religions such as Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Islam and Native American traditions. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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PHIL 1317 History of Religions II CIP Code: 380201
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A comparative study of world religions, Philosophy 1317 surveys religions of South Asia, East Asia, and Australia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism and Aboriginal traditions. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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PHIL 2303 Introduction to Logic CIP Code: 380101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to symbolic logic, including syllogisms, propositional and predicate logic, and logical proofs in a system of rules. The course develops critical thinking skills, especially the ability to distinguish correct from incorrect reasoning, by an exploration of the major areas of modern symbolic logic. Among the topics covered are translating statements from natural to symbolic language, truth tables and natural deduction for propositional logic, models, and natural deduction for predicate logic.
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PHIL 2306 Introduction To Ethics CIP Code: 380101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
The systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, morals, and standards of value. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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PHIL 2321 Philosophy Of Religion CIP Code: 380201
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A study of the major issues in the philosophy of religion such as the existence and nature of God, the relationships between faith and reason, the nature of religious language, religious experience, and the problem of evil. The course surveys basic religious issues such as the existence and nature of God, religious and mystical experience, miracles, immorality, and the meaning of religious language and symbols. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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PLAB 1323 Phlebotomy CIP Code: 511009
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Skill development in the performance of a varity of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, accessioning, professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology. Co-enrolled: PLAB 1360 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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PLAB 1360 Clinical - Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist CIP Code: 511009
Credit Hours: 3
External Hours: 9
Contact Hour Total: 144
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Co-enrolled: PLAB 1323 . Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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PHED 1101 Ab/Glute Conditioning CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A fitness course emphasizing total body conditioning (concentrating on abdominal and gluteal muscle groups), proper technique, and overall physical and mental fitness.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1102 Beginning Aerobics CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Beginning aerobics is a basic level fitness class emphasizing the importance of regular exercise, techniques, training effects and execution of a lifetime fitness plan.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1105 Beginning Billiards CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course that introduces fundamentals, exercises, and games to aid beginning and intermediate players in mastering pocket billiards.
Course Fee: $55.00
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PHED 1107 Beginning Bowling CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course emphasizing the basic fundamental bowling skills, rules, etiquette, safety, terminology and scoring.
Course Fee: $70.00
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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PHED 1110 Fitness Conditioning CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A fitness course emphasizing total body conditioning, cardiovascular and muscular endurance, proper technique and overall physical and mental wellness.
Course Fee: $15.00
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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PHED 1111 Beginning Golf CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course emphasizing basic techniques for executing the golf swing, scoring, handicappping, club/shot selection and the rules/etiquette of the game.
Course Fee: $75.00
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
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PHED 1115 Beginning Jazz Dance CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Beginning Jazz Dance places an emphasis on basic Jazz and Ballet skills. Students will learn basic skills and techniques, stretching, toning and choreography.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1116 Intermediate Jazz Dance CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Intermediate Jazz Dance builds on the basic Jazz and Ballet skills learned in Beginning Jazz Dance. Students will learn variations of basic leaps and turns, stretching, toning and choreography techniques.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1117 Pilates CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
This course focuses on increasing students’ present fitness levels through Pilates. It will teach proper form and technique for mat Pilates to increase flexibility, strength, and muscular endurance.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1122 Volleyball CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course emphasizing techniques for passing, setting, serving, serve receive, hitting, blocking, digging and transition. The course will familiarize students with rules, terminology, strategies, and team play concepts.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1123 Beginning Weight Training CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course that emphasizes fitness, proper lifting technique, safety and correct identity of exercises and muscle groups.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1124 Beginning Scuba CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning-level course that emphasizes safety and all the techniques and skills required of a lifetime PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Open Water Certification.
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PHED 1125 Weight Training For Women CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course that emphasizes fitness, proper lifting technique, safety and correct identity of exercises and muscle groups.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1127 Yoga CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course emphasizing principles of yoga, postures, breathing and mediation techniques, as well as stress reduction and relaxation.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1128 Basketball CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A beginning level course emphasizing history, rules, terminology, strategies, and skills associated with recreational basketball.
Course Fee: $15.00
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PHED 1131 Beginning Contemporary Jazz Dance CIP Code: 360108
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Beginning Contemporary Dance places an emphasis on basic Jazz, Ballet and Hip Hop skills, combining all three techniques into a new style of dance. Students will learn basic techniques in each style and techniques in combining them into new movement. Stretching, toning and choreography techniques will be learned.
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