2019-2020 Catalog Vol. 80 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2019-2020 Catalog Vol. 80 [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:

Online Course Fees: A $25 per course fee covering the cost of software and equipment will be charged for online and blended course sections.

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.

 

Machine Shop

  
  • MCHN 1338 Basic Machine Shop

    CIP Code: 48.0501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    Notes: A course that introduces the student to machining fundamentals. The student will use basic machine tools including the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder. Machine terminology, theory, math, part layout, and bench work using common measuring tools is included. Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance.

    1. Demonstrate set-up and use of the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder applying good housekeeping, andproper to perform safety. 
    2. Uses precision instruments to perform cench work including part layout, drilling, reaming, taping, press fitting, location of hole centers and surfaces.

    Lab Fee: $4
  
  • MCHN 2303 Fundamentals of Computer Numeric Controls

    CIP Code: 48.0501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 94

    Prerequisite(s): Programming and operation of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machine shop equipment.

    1. Demonstrate operations of CNC machine controls
    2. Compare and contrast the differences between conventional and CNC machines
    3. Utilize CN C machine applications for machining operations

    Lab Fee: $525

Mathematics

  
  • COSC 1315 Introduction to Computer Programming

    CIP Code: 11.0201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Introduction to computer programming for solving a variety of problems. This course is intended for non-computer science and non-computer engineering majors. Emphasis on the fundamentals of design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation of computer programs. Includes problem solving with structured techniques and algorithms using pseudo code and/or graphical representations.
    Course Fee: $24.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 0214 Intermediate Algebra for MATH 1414 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.5419

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    A study of relations and functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (absolute value, polynomial, radical, rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expressions and equations. 

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Define, represent, and perform operations on real and complex numbers. 
    2. Recognize, understand, and analyze features of a function.
    3. Recognize and use algebraic (field) properties, concepts, procedures (including factoring), and algorithms to combine, transform, and evaluate absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational expressions.
    4. Identify and solve absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational equations.
    5. Identify and solve absolute value and linear inequalities.
    6. Model, interpret and justify mathematical ideas and concepts using multiple representations.
    7. Connect and use multiple strands of mathematics in situations and problems, as well as in the study of other disciplines.
    Prerequisite(s): Math TSIA score of 343 or higher Corequisite(s): MATH 1414  Notes: Note: MATH 0214 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0214 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math-specific study skills. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”

  
  • MATH 0216 Intermediate Algebra for MATH 1316 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.54 19

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    A study of relations and functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (absolute value, polynomial, radical, rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expression and equations.

    Student Learning Outcomes: 
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Define, represent, and perform operations on real and complex numbers.
    2. Recognize, understand, and analyze features of a function.
    3. Recognize and use algebraic (field) properties, concepts, procedures (including factoring), and algorithms to combine, transform, and evaluate absolute value, polynomial radical, and rational expressions.
    4. Identify and solve absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational equations.
    5. Identify and solve absolute value and linear inequalities.
    6. Model, interpret and justify mathematical ideas and concepts using multiple representations.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1414  Corequisite(s): MATH 1316  Notes: Note: MATH 0216 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0216 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math specific study skills.  Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”

  
  • MATH 0224 Developmental Mathematics for MATH 1324 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.53 19

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    The NCBO supports students in developing skills, strategies, and reasoning needed to succeed in mathematics, including communication and appropriate use of technology. Topics include the study of numeracy and the real number system; algebraic concepts, notation, and reasoning; quantitative relationships; mathematical models; and problem solving.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts. 
    2. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying numeric reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real world problems in a variety of contexts.  
    3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, percentages, and proportions in a variety of contexts using multiple representations.
    4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real world problems.
    5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets.
    6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
       
    Prerequisite(s): ABE score of 5 or 6 or Math TSIA score of 336 or higher Corequisite(s): MATH 1324  Notes:

    Note: MATH 0224 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0224 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math-specific study skills. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”

  
  • MATH 0225 Intermediate Algebra for MATH 1325 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.54 19

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    A study of relations and functions, inequalities, algebraic expressions and equations (absolute value, polynomial, radical rational), with a special emphasis on linear and quadratic expressions and equations.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Define, represent, and perform operations on real and complex numbers.
    2. Recognize, understand, and analyze features of a function.
    3. Recognize and use algebraic (field) properties, concepts, procedures (including factoring), and algorithms to combine, transform, and evaluate absolute value, polynomial radical, and rational expressions.
    4. Identify and solve absolute value, polynomial, radical, and rational equations.
    5. Identify and solve absolute value and linear inequalities.
    6. Model, interpret and justify mathematical ideas and concepts using multiple representations.
    7. Connect and use multiple strands of mathematics in situations and problems, as well as in the study of other disciplines.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1332  or MATH 1324  Corequisite(s): MATH 1325  Notes: Note: MATH 0225 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0225 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math-specific study skills. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”

  
  • MATH 0232 Developmental Mathematics for MATH 1332 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.53 19

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    The NCBO supports students in developing skills, strategies, and reasoning needed to succeed in mathematics, including communication and appropriate use of technology. Topics include the study of numeracy and the real number system; algebraic concepts, notation, and reasoning; quantitative relationships; mathematical models; and problem solving.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts.
    2. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying numeric reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real world problems in a variety of contexts.
    3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, percentages, and proportions in a variety of contexts using multiple representations.
    4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real world problems.
    5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets.
    6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
    Prerequisite(s): Math TSIA score of 336 or higher Corequisite(s): MATH 1332  Notes: Note: MATH 0232 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0232 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math-specific study skills. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”
  
  • MATH 0242 Developmental Mathematics for MATH 1342 (NCBO)

    CIP Code: 32.0104.53 19

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    The NCBO supports students in developing skills, strategies, and reasoning needed to succeed in mathematics, including communication and appropriate use of technology. Topics include the study of numeracy and the real number system; algebraic concepts, notation, and reasoning; quantitative relationships; mathematical models; and problem solving.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts.
    2. Define, represent and perform operations on real numbers, applying numerical reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real world problems in a variety of contexts. 
    3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, percentages, and proportions in a variety of contexts using multiple representations.  
    4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real world problems.
    5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets.
    6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
    Prerequisite(s): Math TSIA score of 336 or higher Corequisite(s): MATH 1342  Notes: MATH 0242 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0242 is delivered in a face-to-face format with directed review, just-in-time instruction, and an emphasis on math-specific study skills. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”

  
  • MATH 0300 Mathematics Emporium

    CIP Code: 5119

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    The course supports students in developing skills, strategies, and reasoning needed to succeed in mathematics, including communication and appropriate use of technology. Topics include the study of numeracy and the real number system; algebraic concepts, notation, and reasoning; quantitative relationships; mathematical models; and problem solving.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Use appropriate symbolic notation and vocabulary to communicate, interpret, and explain mathematical concepts.
    2. Define, represent, and perform operations on real numbers, applying numerical reasoning to investigate and describe quantitative relationships and solve real world problems in a variety of contexts.
    3. Use algebraic reasoning to solve problems that require ratios, rates, percentages, and proportions in a variety of contexts using multiple representations.
    4. Apply algebraic reasoning to manipulate expressions and equations to solve real world problems.
    5. Use graphs, tables, and technology to analyze, interpret, and compare data sets.
    6. Construct and use mathematical models in verbal, algebraic, graphical, and tabular form to solve problems from a variety of contexts and to make predictions and decisions.
       
    Prerequisite(s): Math TSIA score of 310 to 335 with an Adult Basic Education (ABE) score of 1 - 4. Notes: MATH 0300 does not apply toward a degree or certificate. MATH 0300 is delivered in an emporium model with structured meeting times and benchmarks to monitor student success. Students earn a grade of “Pass” or “Fail.”
    Course Fee: $24.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

  
  • MATH 1314 College Algebra

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in math according to TSIA college-ready standards, or have completed MATH 0300  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    In-depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles. Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1324 Math for Business and Social Sciences I

    CIP Code: 270301

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, and rational, to problems in business, economics, and the social sciences are addressed. The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices; linear programming; and probability, including expected value. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in math according to TSIA college-ready standards, or have completed MATH 0300  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1325 Calculus for Business and Social Sciences

    CIP Code: 270301

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course is the basic study of limits and continuity, differentiation, optimization and graphing, and integration of elementary functions, with emphasis on applications in business, economics, and social sciences. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  or MATH 1324  or MATH 2412  or a higher MATH with a grade of “”C”” or better Notes: This course is not a substitute for MATH 2413 , Calculus I.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics I

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    (Quantitative Reasoning) Intended for Non STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in math according to TSIA college-ready standards, or have completed MATH 0300  with a grade of “”C”” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods

    CIP Code: 270501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in math according to TSI college-ready standards or have completed MATH 0300  with a grade of “”C”” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1350 Mathematics for Teachers I

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    (Fundamentals of Mathematics I ) This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the conceptual development of the following: sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the various number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1351 Mathematics for Teachers II

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    (Fundamentals of Math II) This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the concepts of geometry, measurement, probability, and statistics with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 1414 College Algebra for Science/Engineer Majors

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Prerequisite(s): Students must be college ready in math according to TSIA college-ready standards or have completed MATH 0300  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2305 Discrete Mathematics

    CIP Code: 27.0101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science. Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2413  
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2318 Linear Algebra

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414 Calculus II  or MATH 2415 Calculus III  with a grade of C or better or department approval.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2320 Differential Equations

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414  or MATH 2415  with a grade of “C” or better or approval of Dean or designee.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Math

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness; including algebraic functions and their graphs, inverse functions, polynomial functions, rational and irrational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and analytic geometry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  College Algebra with a grade of “”C”” or better. Recommended: MATH 1316  Trigonometry with a grade of “C” or better.
    Course Fee: $8.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2413 Calculus I

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Calculus I is the study of limits and continuity, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1316  and MATH 1414  or MATH 2412  with a grade of “C” or better or an appropriate score on an approved placement test or approval of the Dean or designee for Mathematics and Engineering.
    Course Fee: $8.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2414 Calculus II

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2413  with a grade of “C” or better or approval of dean or designee.
    Course Fee: $8.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MATH 2415 Calculus III

    CIP Code: 270101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green’s Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2414  with a grade of “C” or better or approval of dean or designee
    Course Fee: $8.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant

  
  • POFM 1300 Basic Medical Coding

    CIP Code: 510716

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Presentation and application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions utilizing various coding systems. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1305  and SCIT 1307 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • POFM 1327 Medical Insurance

    CIP Code: 510716

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Survey of medical insurance including the life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, patient relations, and legal and ethical issues. Prerequisite(s): POFM 1300  and POFM 2310 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • POFM 2310 Intermediate Medical Coding

    CIP Code: 510716

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Assignment and application of various coding guidelines with emphasis on physician billing and regulatory requirements. Includes code selection for Evaluation and Management (E/M) and Medical/Surgical cases. Prerequisite(s): POFM 1300 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Medical/Clinical Assistant

  
  • MDCA 1302 Human Disease/Pathophysiology

    CIP Code: 510801

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading by TSI college-ready standards. Corequisite(s): HITT 1305 .
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Music

  
  • MUAP 1142 Individual Instruction - Music Composition

    CIP Code: 50.0903

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 16

    Individual Instruction - Music Composition provide our music students continuing instruction on the basic elements of music composition. Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1116  and MUSI 1311  
    Course Fee: $100.00
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MUEN 1156 Men’s Chorus

    CIP Code: 50.0903.58 26

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Small Vocal Ensembles. Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. The Men’s Chorus performs music from all genres and time periods with special emphasis on sacred a cappella literature. The singers will render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era for male voices.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Demonstrate individual, sectional and ensemble intonation and rhythm while performing a varied
    2. repertoire of music within the ensemble;
    3. Perform a varied repertoire of music representing styles and diverse cultures within the ensemble;
    4. Describe music notation, rhythm/meter, harmonic texture, form. music symbols and tem1s referring to dynamics. tempo, and articulation;
    5. Identify and correct problems with pitch, rhythm/meter, articulation, phrasing, and dynamics within a rehearsal setting .
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and placement by Choir Director

  
  • MUEN 1157 Men’s Chorus

    CIP Code: 50.0903.58 26

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Small Vocal Ensembles. Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. The Men’s Chorus performs music from all genres and time periods with special emphasis on sacred a cappella literature. The singers will render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era for male voices.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Demonstrate individual, sectional and ensemble intonation and rhythm while performing a varied
    2. repertoire of music within the ensemble;
    3. Perform a varied repertoire of music representing styles and diverse cultures within the ensemble;
    4. Describe music notation, rhythm/meter, harmonic texture, form. music symbols and tem1s referring to dynamics. tempo, and articulation;
    5. Identify and correct problems with pitch, rhythm/meter, articulation, phrasing, and dynamics within a rehearsal setting .
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and placement by Choir Director

  
  • MUEN 2156 Men’s Chorus

    CIP Code: 50.0903.58 26

    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Small Vocal Ensembles. Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. The Men’s Chorus performs music from all genres and time periods with special emphasis on sacred a cappella literature. The singers will render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era for male voices.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Demonstrate individual, sectional and ensemble intonation and rhythm while performing a varied
    2. repertoire of music within the ensemble;
    3. Perform a varied repertoire of music representing styles and diverse cultures within the ensemble;
    4. Describe music notation, rhythm/meter, harmonic texture, form. music symbols and tem1s referring to dynamics. tempo, and articulation;
    5. Identify and correct problems with pitch, rhythm/meter, articulation, phrasing, and dynamics within a rehearsal setting .
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and placement by Choir Director

  
  • MUEN 2157 Men’s Chorus

    CIP Code: 50.0903.58 26

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Small Vocal Ensembles. Examples of small vocal ensembles may include but are not limited to glee club, madrigals, opera/musical theater, commercial, and folk. The Men’s Chorus performs music from all genres and time periods with special emphasis on sacred a cappella literature. The singers will render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era for male voices.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Demonstrate individual, sectional and ensemble intonation and rhythm while performing a varied
    2. repertoire of music within the ensemble;
    3. Perform a varied repertoire of music representing styles and diverse cultures within the ensemble;
    4. Describe music notation, rhythm/meter, harmonic texture, form. music symbols and tem1s referring to dynamics. tempo, and articulation;
    5. Identify and correct problems with pitch, rhythm/meter, articulation, phrasing, and dynamics within a rehearsal setting .
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and placement by Choir Director

  
  • MUSI 1116 Sight Singing & Ear Training I

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5626

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Singing tonal music in treble and bass clefs, and aural study of elements of music, such as scales, intervals and chords, and dictation of basic rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Apply a method of sight singing to diatonic melodies in treble and bass clef, and oral demonstration of simple rhythms.
    2. Classify elements of music, such as scales, intervals and chords.
    3. Transcribe aural rhythms and diatonic melodies.
    4. Transcribe and analyze aural basic harmonic progressions.
    5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various simple meters.
    Prerequisite(s): Auditioned member of Band or Choir. Corequisite(s): MUSI 1311  Theory I and MUSI 1181  Piano Class I, MUSIC Major Applied Lesson, Parent Ensemble

  
  • MUSI 1117 Sight Singing & Ear Training II

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5626

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Singing tonal music in various clefs, continued aural study of the elements of music, and dictation of intermediate rhythm, melody and diatonic harmony.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Apply a method of sight singing to diatonic melodies in various clefs, and oral demonstration of simple and compound rhythms.
    2. Classify elements of music, such as scales, intervals and chords.
    3. Transcribe more complex aural rhythms and diatonic melodies.
    4. Transcribe and analyze diatonic harmonic progressions.
    5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various simple and compound meters.
    Prerequisite(s):  Auditioned member of Band or Choir. Corequisite(s): MUSI 1312  Theory II and MUSI MUSI 1182  Piano Class II, MUSIC Major Applied Lesson, Parent Ensemble

  
  • MUSI 1157 Opera Workshop I

    CIP Code: 500908

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Performance of portions of or complete operas and the study of the integration of music, acting, and staging of an opera. This course involves dramatic musical works in the operatic literature. Students will be expected to participate in larger group scenes, duets, and arias from various operas from standard literature. Costuming and staging will be included when available. Prerequisite(s): Audition and permission from the instructor.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MUSI 1158 Opera Workshop II

    CIP Code: 500908

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Performance of portions of or complete operas and the study of the integration of music, acting, and staging of an opera. This course involves dramatic musical works in the operatic literature. Students will be expected to participate in larger group scenes, duets, and arias from various operas from standard literature. Costuming and staging will be included when available. Prerequisite(s): Audition and permission from the instructor.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MUSI 1159 Musical Theatre I

    CIP Code: 500903

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Study and performance of works from the musical theater repertoire. Cross-listed with DRAM 1161 , this course 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 the instructor.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MUSI 1160 Italian 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. This course provides a framework for singing in Italian through the study and use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). Corequisite(s): MUEN 1152 ,MUEN 1153 ,MUEN 1154 ,MUEN 1155 ,MUEN 2152 ,MUEN 2153 ,MUEN 2154 ,or MUEN 2155 
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • MUSI 1161 International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) for Singers

    CIP Code: 50.0908.53 26

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    Catalog description of proposed course (ACGM/WECM verbatim): 
    A study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing in English, Italian, German, and French (ACGM). While some grammatical rules will be taught, this course does not teach the language. Students will be able to perform songs in English in a way that demonstrates accurate singing diction while 
    learning basic symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

    Student Learning Outcomes

    1. Identify IPA symbols and their sounds.
    2. Accurately reproduce sounds associated with IPA symbols.
    3. Transcribe texts with appropriate IPA symbols.
    4. Perform songs in English, Italian, German, and/or French in a way that demonstrates accurate diction.
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and acceptance into the Vocal Music Program

     

  
  • MUSI 1162 Diction I

    CIP Code: 500908

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 16

    This course provides a framework for singing in English, Latin and Italian 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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 1311  and MUSI 1116 
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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 1312  and MUSI 1117 .
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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
  
  • MUSI 1307 Music Literature

    CIP Code: 50.0902.5226

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1312 , MUSI 1117  (Grade of C or better) Corequisite(s): MUSI 2311 , MUSI 2116 , MUSI 2181 , Music Major Lessons, Parent Ensemble
  
  • 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
  
  • MUSI 1311 Music Theory I

    CIP Code: 50.0904. 5126

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including fundamental music concepts, scales, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and early four-part writing. Analysis of small compositional forms. Optional correlated study at the keyboard.

    Student Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Construct and identify major scale and all forms of the minor scale.
    2. Construct and identify triads and seventh chords in all inversions.
    3. Analyze triads in harmonic context utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols.
    4. Compose music in standard four-part chorale style.
    5. Identify small musical forms.
    6. Demonstrate musical concepts covered in class, including scales, triads, and basic harmonic progression on the keyboard.
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1116  Sight Singing & Ear Training, MUSI 1181  Piano Class I. MUSIC Major Applied Lesson, Parent Ensemble

  
  • MUSI 1312 Music Theory II

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5126

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. 

    Student Learning Outcomes:  
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 

    1. Construct and identify all triads and seventh chords in root position and inversions. 
    2. Properly utilize and identify all non-chord tones. 
    3. Analyze harmonic progressions utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols. 
    4. Compose original harmonic progressions that properly utilize functional harmony. 
    5. Demonstrate on the keyboard musical concepts covered in class, including triads in inversions and progressions with non-chord tones. 
    6. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition. 
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 1117  ”Sight Singing & Ear Training II”, MUSI 1182  ”Piano Class II” MUSIC Major Applied Lesson, Parent

  
  • MUSI 2116 Sight Singing & Ear Training III

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5726

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Singing more difficult tonal music in various clefs, aural study including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Apply a method of sight singing to more difficult tonal melodies, oral demonstration of complex rhythms.
    2. Classify more difficult elements of music, including extended-tertian chords, compound intervals, and non-diatonic scales.
    3. Transcribe more complex rhythms and diatonic and non-diatonic melodies.
    4. Transcribe and analyze diatonic and chromatic harmonies.
    5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various meters, including syncopation and irregular beat divisions.
    Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1116 , MUSI 1117  (Grade of C or better) Corequisite(s): MUSI 2311 , MUSI 2181 , Music Major Applied Lesson, Parent Ensemble

  
  • MUSI 2117 Sight Singing & Ear Training IV

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5726

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 3 per week


    Singing advanced tonal music and introduction of modal and post-tonal melodies. Aural study including dictation of advanced rhythm, melody, and harmony.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    1. Apply a method of sight singing to more difficult diatonic and non-diatonic melodies, including modes and non-tonal scales.
    2. Transcribe more complex rhythms, including contemporary materials.
    3. Transcribe increasingly more chromatic harmonies.
    4. Transcribe and analyze diatonic and chromatic harmonies.
    5. Read and reproduce rhythms in various meters, including asymmetrical meters, syncopation, and irregular beat divisions.
    Prerequisite(s): MUSI 1116 , MUSI 1117 , MUSI 2116  (Grade of C or better) Corequisite(s): MUSI 2312 , MUSI 2182 , Music Major Applied Lesson, Parent Ensemble

  
  • 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
  
  • MUSI 2160 German Diction

    CIP Code: 50.0908.53 26

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 32


    The purpose of this course is a study of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and its application to singing in German.

    Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Identify IPA symbols and their sounds.
    2. Accurately reproduce sounds associated with IPA symbols.
    3. Transcribe texts with appropriate IPA symbols.
    4. Perform songs in German in a way that demonstrates accurate diction.
    Prerequisite(s): Audition and acceptance into the Vocal Music Program.

  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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 2311  and MUSI 2116 .
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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 2312  and MUSI 2117 
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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
  
  • 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
  
  • MUSI 2311 Music Theory III

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5226

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Advanced harmony voice leading, score analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended-tertian structures. Optional correlated study at the keyboard.

    Student Learning Outcomes:  
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Construct and identify extended-tertian and chromatic harmonies.
    2. Analyze musical compositions, which include various forms of tonal modulation utilizing standard roman-numeral symbols.
    3. Demonstrate proper voice-leading practices through composition in appropriate styles.
    4. Demonstrate concepts covered in class on the keyboard, including progressions that utilize modulation.
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
    Prerequisite(s):
      Corequisite(s): MUSI 2116  ”Sight Singing & Ear Training III”, MUSI 2181  ”Piano Class III”

  
  • MUSI 2312 Music Theory IV

    CIP Code: 50.0904.5226

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48


    Continuation of advanced chromaticism and survey of analytical and compositional procedures in post-tonal music. Optional correlated study at the keyboard.

    Student Learning Outcomes:  
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

    1. Construct and identify advanced chromatic harmonies.
    2. Analyze musical compositions that utilize advanced chromatic harmonies and foreign-key modulation techniques.
    3. Analyze musical compositions that utilize a variety of post-tonal practices.
    4. Compose music utilizing appropriate post-tonal practices.
    5. Demonstrate musical concepts covered in class on the keyboard.
    6. Demonstrate an understanding of rhythmic meter and note duration through score analysis and composition.
    Corequisite(s): MUSI 2117  ”Sight Singing & Ear Training IV”, MUSI 2182   “Piano Class IV”


Music Ensemble

  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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).

    Student Learning Outcomes

    1. Perform with technical proficiency assigned repertoire presenting good tone quality, rhythmic accuracy, correct stylistic articulation and expressiveness.
    2. Demonstrate listening and psychomotor skills to balance ones sound within the section and the ensemble.
    3. Prepare and present assigned music accurately while incorporating rhythmic subdivision, tone quality, range, articulation and dynamic control.
    4. Perform improvisations on the student’s main instrument with technical proficiency.
    5. Employ direction from instructors in rehearsals and performance.
    6. Render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era.

      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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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). 

    Student Learning Outcomes

    1. Perform with technical proficiency assigned repertoire presenting good tone quality, rhythmic accuracy, correct stylistic articulation and expressiveness.
    2. Demonstrate listening and psychomotor skills to balance ones sound within the section and the ensemble.
    3. Prepare and present assigned music accurately while incorporating rhythmic subdivision, tone quality, range, articulation and dynamic control.
    4. Perform improvisations on the student’s main instrument with technical proficiency.
    5. Employ direction from instructors in rehearsals and performance.
    6. Render music with appropriate stylistic consideration commensurate with compositional era.
    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 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.
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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
  
  • 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
  
  • 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.
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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 
    Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • 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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