MUSC 108 - Computer Music 1

Credits: 5
Introduction to computer assisted notation, composition and performance using a computer, digital keyboard, and software for notation and digital sequencing.

Satisfies Requirement: Humanities/Fine Arts/English
Course Fee: $20.00

Course Outcomes:
Students who successfully complete this class will be able to:

Identify terms and concepts related to music technology.
Recognize relevant events in the development of computer music and music technology.
Apply basic computer music skills to professional music software.
Compose and produce original computer music and/or sound art using basic sound production techniques.

Program Outcomes

Demonstrate a knowledge of historical genres and styles beyond current trends in Performing Arts.

College-wide Outcomes

Critical Thinking - Critical thinking finds expression in all disciplines and everyday life. It is characterized by an ability to reflect upon thinking patterns, including the role of emotions on thoughts, and to rigorously assess the quality of thought through its work products. Critical thinkers routinely evaluate thinking processes and alter them, as necessary, to facilitate an improvement in their thinking and potentially foster certain dispositions or intellectual traits over time.
Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning - Quantitative Reasoning encompasses abilities necessary for a student to become literate in today’s technological world. Quantitative reasoning begins with basic skills and extends to problem solving.