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2010-2011

Music Occupations
Associate in Applied Science Degree — Downtown Milwaukee Campus

Program Code: 10-805-1

This curriculum goes into effect as of summer 2010.

This page was last updated in June 2010.

Overview — The courses and programs offered in Music Occupations are designed to extend your musical skills and increase your possibilities in the music industry. Our classes are tailored to meet the needs of musicians working the real world of agents and gigs. Whether your interest is in front of the microphone or behind the mixing board, MATC can help you get started on the career path of your dreams.

Career Outlook — In preparation for a career in music, the associate degree program is designed to develop your skills as a well-rounded musician while focusing on your primary instrument. Areas of study include all of the theory fundamentals such as reading, analysis, composition, ear training and more. From the classics to jazz to today's most popular styles, our curriculum is diverse and exciting. Our performance classes offer students the opportunity for real "on stage" experience. Working with top-notch professionals in the world of sound recording, you will gain skills that will enable you to work as a sound support technician, or even own a recording studio.

Program Learning Outcomes — When you graduate from the program, employers expect you to be able to:

  • Read and notate music at a professional level
  • Demonstrate professional work habits such as punctuality, organization, congeniality and reliability
  • Successfully present a marketing plan for performing groups
  • Display a working knowledge of current music technologies


    Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment


    Future Opportunities — After completing your MATC degree, you may want to continue your education. Credits may be transferred to a four-year college or university and applied toward a bachelor's degree program.

    This program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.


    Possible Careers:
    Performing Musician
    Music Teacher - Private or Classroom
    Composer/Arranger
    Music Publisher/Transcriber/Editor
    Studio Musician
    Music Producer
    Music Manager/Promoter
    Recording Engineer
    Music Retailer

    Related Program:
    Liberal Arts and Sciences


    For more information, call 414-297-MATC.


    Curriculum effective 2010-11.

  • TECHNICAL STUDIES 

    Credits

     

    ( ) = Semester Order for Full-Time Students

     

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-103

    Major Instrument 1
    (Guitar, Bass, Drums, WW, Brass)

    1

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-150

    Music Theory

    4

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-162

    Music Ensemble 1 ‡

    1

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-175

    Music Reading

    3

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-177

    Piano Lab 1

    1

     

    (1)

     

    MUSIC-189

    Voice Lab 1

    1

     

    (1)

    MUSIC-190

    Choir 1 ‡

    1

    (2)

    MUSIC-101

    Music Business ‡ 

    2

    (2)

    MUSIC-104

    Major Instrument 2 ‡  

    1

    OR

    MUSIC-193 Voice Lab 2 (Vocal Majors) ‡


    (2)


    MUSIC-118


    Music Analysis


    3

    (2)

    MUSIC-120

    Choir 2 ‡ 

    1

    (2)

     

    MUSIC-151

    Music Harmony ‡

    4

     

    (2)

     

    MUSIC-163

    Music Ensemble 2 ‡

    1

     

    (2)

     

    MUSIC-178

    Piano Lab 2 ‡

    1

     

    (3)

     

    MUSIC-105

    Major Instrument 3 ‡

    1

     


    OR


    MUSIC-180 Advanced Piano (Piano Majors)

    (3)

     

    MUSIC-141

    Music Ensemble 3 ‡

    1

     

    (3)

     

    MUSIC-152

    Composition ‡

    3

     

    (3)

     

    MUSIC-167

    Improvisation 1 ‡

    1

     

    (3)

    MUSIC-174

    Ear Training 1 ‡

    2

    (3)

     

    MUSIC-191

    Performance Techniques 1 ‡

    3

     

    (4)

     

    MUSIC-106

    Major Instrument 4 ‡

    1

     

    (4)

     

    MUSIC-119

    Music Ensemble 4 ‡

    1

     

    (4)

     

    MUSIC-125

    Music Studio Teaching Methods ‡

    1

     

    (4)

     

    MUSIC-153

    Music Technology ‡

    3

     

    (4)

    MUSIC-184

    Ear Training 2 ‡

    2

     

     

     

     

     

     

    GENERAL STUDIES

     

     

    ECON-195

    Economics

    3

    OR

    Any 200-series ECON course

     


    ENG-151 and


    Communication Skills 1 ‡


    3

     

     

    ENG-152

    Communication Skills 2 ‡

    3

     

     

     

    OR

    ENG-201 and any 200-series ENG or SPEECH course

     

     


    MATH-106


    Introduction to College Math ‡


    3

     

    MATH-123

    Math with Business Applications ‡

    3

    OR

    Any 200-series MATH course

     


    PSYCH-199


    Psychology of Human Relations


    3

     

     

     

    OR

    Any 200-series PSYCH course

     

     


    SOCSCI-197


    Contemporary American Society


    3

     

     

    OR

    Any 200-series HIST or SOCSCI course

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Suggested Electives: Four Credits Needed                                            

     

     

     

    MUSIC-154

    Techniques of Sound Recording ‡

     

     

     

    MUSIC-192

    Performance Techniques 2 ‡

     

     

     

    MUSIC-205

    Music Appreciation

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    TOTAL CREDITS: 69

     

    Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

    ‡ 

    Prerequisite required.

    NOTE: Students who have not been accepted, or have not decided on a program, may begin with the GENERAL STUDIES courses, if course prerequisites have been met.

    For course descriptions, class times, locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.

       

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