MUS-102: Survey of Western Music (formerly MU-120)
Course Information
Course, prefix, number, & title: MUS-102 Survey of Western Music (formerly MU-120)
Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 3 hours
Credits: 3
Pre-requisites (if any): Students must complete any developmental requirements in English (see Proficiency in Math and English) prior to taking this course. Students may not receive credit for both MUS-101 and MUS-102. MUS-102 is intended for students who have a background in music.
Co-requisites (if any): None
Course Description in college catalog:
Designed to develop understanding and taste in music. Representative works of great masters of the Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, and modern eras provide material for analysis of musical style and design. Seeks to develop intelligent listening habits and recognition of specific forms and idioms. Musical styles compared to art and literature of the appropriate period. Required readings, listening, and concert attendance.
Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:
A.A. Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.
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Communicate effectively in various forms
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Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions
Course-specific student learning outcomes:
1. Familiar with basic music theory and technical vocabulary
2. Able to recognize different instruments, textures and styles
3. Able to follow musical action while listening
4. Familiar with several great works, their composers and their cultural context
5. Able to listen closely, analyze, and make both objective and personal observations about music.
Program-specific outcomes
Prepare students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution of higher learning to pursue a career in music by providing a solid foundation in the areas of musicianship and performance.
Provide the general college students with the opportunities to study music in a variety of classes that promotes intellectual inquiry, global awareness and lifelong active learning.
Other program outcomes (if applicable).
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Integrate knowledge and skills in the program of study
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Make ethical judgments while recognizing multiple perspectives, as appropriate in the program of study
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Work collaboratively to accomplish learning objectives
Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:
xAcademic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window(PDF).
Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.