scholarships - Westmoreland County Community College

238MTT 215—GRINDING I 1-4-3This course is designed to introduce the student to precision grindingoperations and their application. This hands-on course requiresstudents to use a variety of surface and form grinders and techniquesto make parts and objects to specification. These parts willrequire the student to learn and understand the following: grindingsafety, wheel selection and preparation, surface finishes, the use ofgrinding fluids, and the proper procedure to grind flat, square parallelsteps, slots and angles. Students will be prepared to take theNational Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level I certificationin Grinding. Prerequisite(s): MTT 100 and MTT 102MUS–MUSICMUS 111 —FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC THEORY 3-0-3This course is designed for all students regardless of their musicalbackground, who want to learn the basics of music theory. Thecourse will provide students the ability to read music and understandhow to write music at a basic level. Fundamentals of Music isan introduction to the primary skills of music practice emphasizingthe reading and writing of musical notation. Students will learnbasic theory, ear training, and sight-singing skills.MUS 115—THEORY SKILLS I 1-0-1This course develops aural skills through dictation and interpretationof written music using sight singing, ear training, and musicdictation. Corequisite(s): MUS 165MUS 116—MUSIC AURAL THEORY SKILLS II 1-0-1Develops aural skills through dictation and interpretation of writtenmusic by sight singing. Prerequisite(s) MUS 115; Corequisite(s):MUS 166MUS 121—APPLIED MUSIC I 2-0-2Students receive one hour of private instruction per week in performancetechniques. Assists students in developing skills in voiceor in any of a variety of musical instruments. Students are encouragedto perform to the highest artistic level of capability.MUS 122—APPLIED MUSIC II 2-0-2Students receive one hour of private instruction per week in performancetechniques. Assists students in developing skills in voiceor in any of a variety of musical instruments. Students are encouragedto perform to the highest artistic level of capability.MUS 131—CLASS VOICE I 2-0-2An introduction to proper vocal technique. Students develop skillsin proper breathing, diction, and posture, performing for other studentsin the class. Subsequent to two semesters, students are encouragedto take applied voice lessons.MUS 132—CLASS VOICE II 2-0-2Students develop skills in proper breathing, diction and posture performingfor other student in the class.MUS 141—COLLEGE SYMPHONIC BAND I 3-0-2The WCCC Symphonic Band is a collaboration of the communityand student musicians who rehearse together to perform two concertsa year. The repertoire ranges from the recognized band literatureto the less explored. Rehearsals are once a week for threehours. The inclusion of semi-professional musicians from the communitygreatly enhances the artistic and educational experiences ofstudent participation in a symphonic band. This course is designedfor all students who play flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, alto, tenor,baritone saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, baritonetuba, string bass, and percussion (snare, bass drums, marimba,bells, timpani and cymbals). This ensemble provides students theopportunity to rehearse and perform band music appropriate forperformance. The repertoire will include music literature from allband music periods. There will be no auditions to become a member.Students will sit in their section based on playing ability. Prerequisite(s):Instrumental experienceMUS 142—COLLEGE SYMPHONIC BAND II 3-0-2The WCCC College Symphonic Band II is a collaboration of the communityand student musicians who rehearse together to performtwo concerts a year. The repertoire ranges from the recognized bandliterature to the less explored. Rehearsals are once a week for threehours. The inclusion of semi-professional musicians from the communitygreatly enhances the artistic and educational experiences ofstudent participation in a symphonic band. This course is designedfor all students who play flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, alto, tenor,baritone saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, baritonetuba, string bass, and percussion (snare, bass drums, marimba,bells, timpani and cymbals). This ensemble provides students theopportunity to rehearse and perform band music appropriate forperformance. The repertoire will include music literature from allband music periods. There will be no auditions to become a member.Students will sit in their section based on playing ability. Prerequisite(s):Instrumental experience and Band IMUS 155—MUSIC LISTENING: A SURVEY 3-0-3Introduces the study of the elements of music, instruments of theorchestra, and the lives and works of composers from the Renaissance,Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary eras. Correspondinglistening selections are provided in class.MUS 160—MUSIC HISTORY I 3-0-3Presents the historical unfolding of the major achievements of musicin Western culture from Medieval music through the end of theBaroque period. Emphasis will be on the evolution of form, harmonictechnique, and style from ancient times to 1750. The studentwill study and research composers, compositions and styles of theMedieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Prerequisite(s): MUS155MUS 165—MUSIC THEORY I 3-2-3This course is designed for all students who want to become musicmajors or have a strong interest in music. These students will studyharmonic, melodic, and formal devices of common practice period,from simple diatonic chords through seventh chords, Students willlearn ear training, and sight-singing skills in conjuction with theircourse at the same time. Prerequisite(s): MUS 111, AP Music Theorytest or permission of instructorMUS 166—MUSIC THEORY II 3-3-3This course is designed for music majors and non-music majorswith adequate musical background. Musical compositions will bestudies and analyzed. Emphasis is on sight-singing and dictation ofdiatonic harmonies and exercises. This will prepare the music studentfor further advanced studies in the music field.MUS 175—COLLEGE CHOIR I 2-0-2This course is designed for all students. This ensemble provides studentsthe opportunity to rehearse and perform choral music appropriatefor all voices. The repertoire includes literature from all musicperiods and styles. There are no auditions to become a member. Studentsmay audition for solos, duets, or when needed, instrumentalselections. Prerequisite(s): Each level requires completion of previouslevelMUS 176—COLLEGE CHOIR II 2-0-2This course is designed for all students. This ensemble provides studentsthe opportunity to rehearse and perform choral music appropriatefor all voices. The repertoire will include literature from allmusic periods and styles. There are no auditions to become a member.Students may audition for solos, duets, or when needed, instrumentalselections.MUS 177—COLLEGE ORCHESTRA I 2-0-2The WCCC Orchestra is a collaboration of the community and studentmusicians who rehearse together to perform two concerts ayear. The repertoire ranges from the recognized orchestral monumentsto the less explored. Rehearsals are once a week for two andone half hours. Prerequisite(s): Each level requires completion ofprevious level