MIDI Applications, Associate in Arts Degree
Banner Code: 1_AA_MIDI
Control Number: 08641
Financial Aid Eligible
This program is designed for the musician or computer professional who wants a concentrated course of study in the field of computer music. Courses are designed to emphasize the practical application of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface).
Complete the MIDI Applications Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Arts graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcomes
- Create and perform musical compositions utilizing a standard scoring program.
- Create musical compositions utilizing standard music production programs that demonstrate competency in the following techniques: looping, sequencing, editing, and virtual synthesis.
- Demonstrate applications of studio recording techniques.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CIS A100 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
| MUS A110 | Computers in Music 1 | 3 |
| MUS A111 | Computers in Music 2 | 3 |
| MUS A112 | Computers in Music 3 | 3 |
| MUS A113 | Computers in Music 4 | 3 |
| MUS A115 | Fundamentals of Music | 3 |
| MUS A261 | Recording Techniques 1 | 3 |
| Restricted Electives | 5 | |
| C++ Programming Language 1 | ||
| Film Production 1 | ||
| Piano 1 | ||
| Piano 2 | ||
| Theory 1 | ||
| Piano 3 | ||
| Piano 4 | ||
| Total Units | 26 | |
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Program Major Units | 26 |
| AA General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Minimum Degree Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| CIS A100 | Introduction to Computer Applications | 3 |
| MUS A110 | Computers in Music 1 | 3 |
| MUS A115 | Fundamentals of Music | 3 |
| MUS A261 | Recording Techniques 1 | 3 |
| OCC AA GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MUS A111 | Computers in Music 2 | 3 |
| Select five units from Restricted Electives: (See Requirements) 1 | 5 | |
| OCC AA GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3-4 | |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra 3 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra |
||
| Units | 14-16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| MUS A112 | Computers in Music 3 | 3 |
| PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H |
American Government or American Government Honors |
3 |
| OCC AA GE AREA B with lab - CHOOSE ONE 4 | 4 | |
| OCC AA GE AREA E1 - CHOOSE ONE 5 | 0.5-4 | |
| AA Global/Multicultural Requirement - CHOOSE ONE 6 | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 7 | 2.5 | |
| Units | 16-19.5 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MUS A113 | Computers in Music 4 | 3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| OCC AA GE AREA D2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AA GE AREA D3 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AA GE AREA E2 - CHOOSE ONE 5 | 1 | |
| OCC AA GE AREA C1 - CHOOSE ONE 8 | 2-4 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Total Units | 60-67.5 | |
- 1
MIDI Application Restricted Electives - a total of five (5) total units required.
- 2
OCC AA GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
- 3
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AA Math Requirement and OCC AA GE AREA A2
- 4
OCC AA GE AREA B - 4 units required if taken with lab; 6 units required if lecture only courses
- 5
OCC AA GE AREA E requires a minimum of 3 units to include one course from E1 and one course from E2
- 6
OCC AA Global/ Multicultural required if not already taken in other GE areas, refer to AA Graduation Requirement webpage; if requirement is fulfilled, take degree applicable elective units
- 7
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS
- 8
OCC AA Area C requires a minimum of 3 units to include one course from C1 and one course from C2