The Electronic Digital Instrument Associate of Science Degree announces the EDI as the primary instrument of technical study in this purely digital 21st-century program. Students receive technical, musical, and practical training, including collaborative opportunities and live recording experience on an Electronic Digital Instrument in innovative musical situations. This groundbreaking workforce program trains students for work in the music industry by focusing exclusively on the intersection between electronic digital instruments and electronic pop music styles.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| MUST 101 - Introduction to Music TechnologyM | 3.0 | |
MUST 101 - Introduction to Music Technology (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course is designed for the student who wants to learn the terminology, equipment, techniques, and concepts of music technology. Focus will be on principles and practices of sound, digital audio, synthesis, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), MIDI sequencing, notation software, and audio recording utilizing hardware and software platforms. Lab activities will place an emphasis on the operation and components of the typical MIDI and digital audio lab (hardware and software). Students will complete independent projects demonstrating hands-on knowledge. | ||
| MUST 111 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music IM | 4.0 | |
MUST 111 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music I (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course is the first of a sequence for students to focus on the development of theory and musicianship skills in both traditional notation and digital audio workstation (DAW) tablature. Through guided writing and analysis of popular electronic music, this course incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas, and phrase structure; dominant seventh; and non-harmonic tones. The course also develops beginning-level aural skills, sight-reading, sight-singing, as well as dictation and rhythmic interpretation skills. | ||
| MUST 200A - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers IM | 1.0 | |
MUST 200A - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers I (1.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. In this course, students develop Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) performance skills, and declare EDI as the primary instrument of study for electronic musicians. Emphasis is placed on push button controller techniques. Course content includes basic technique and notation, major and minor fingering patterns, sight reading, and basic chord patterns and progressions. | ||
| MUST 200B - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers IIM | 1.0 | |
MUST 200B - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers II (1.0 units) Prerequisite:MUST 200B In this course, students continue to develop Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) performance skills, and declare EDI as the primary instrument of study for electronic musicians. Course content includes intermediate-level techniques and notation, major and minor fingering patterns, sight reading, and intermediate-level chord patterns and progressions. | ||
| ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (RHC GE 1)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
| RHC GE 4 - American InstitutionsGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.5 | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| MUST 105 - Introduction to the Music BusinessM | 3.0 | |
MUST 105 - Introduction to the Music Business (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is intended for students interested in the music business. It presents an overview of the business and legal aspects of the music industry in order to help students understand the rapid and massive changes caused by the digital music revolution. The course focuses on career possibilities, the development of business-related knowledge and skills necessary for effectively maintaining a professional music career, the vocabulary and terminology of the music industry, and the distinction between music and business at the corporate level. Topics include record contracts, publishing, licensing, marketing, distribution, performances, and copyright. In addition, the duties and responsibilities of musicians, songwriters, lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, executives, managers, and anyone trying to navigate the rapid transformation of the industry are examined. | ||
| MUST 112 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music IIM | 4.0 | |
MUST 112 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music II (4.0 units) Prerequisite:MUST 111 This course is the second in a sequence for students to focus on the development of theory and musicianship skills in both traditional notation and digital audio workstation (DAW) tablature. Through guided composition and analysis, the course includes an introduction to two-part counterpoint; voice leading involving four-part writing; diatonic harmony; and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulation. This course also develops beginning-intermediate-level aural skills, sight-reading, sight-singing, as well as dictation and rhythmic interpretation skills. | ||
| MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop CollectiveM | 2.0 | |
MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop Collective (2.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, MUST 200A This course is designed for students who want to broaden their abilities to perform in small groups using Electronic Digital Instruments. This course focuses on beginning-level rehearsal and public performance of beat-driven, grid-based songs exclusively covering Electronic Pop music. Includes original student Electronic Pop music as well as reinterpretations of existing pop songs. This unique course is focused exclusively on Electronic Digital Instruments and Electronic Pop music collaborations. | ||
| ENGL C1001 - Critical Thinking and Writing (formerly ENGL 201)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1001 - Critical Thinking and Writing (formerly ENGL 201) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001C, ENGL 201) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 College Reading and Writing (C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. This advanced composition course is open to all students who have successfully completed ENGL C1000 and expect to transfer to four-year institutions. In the course, students learn classical critical thinking concepts and decision-making and problem-solving skills applicable to real-world scenarios by engaging with current issues using argumentative and research techniques. Students also read and write extensively while applying critical thinking skills and research techniques, demonstrating these abilities in advanced composition as they research and write a series of argumentative essay that demonstrate the ability to analyze issues, evaluate positions, and argue persuasively through clear, concise prose. The course's writing workshop component is designed to assist students in improving and refining their writing and language skills: in writing workshop students undertake activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Additionally, students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
| RHC GE 6 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.5 | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| RHC GE 5 - Natural Sciences with LabGE | 4.0 | |
Select one Natural Science with Lab: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 4.0 | |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| MUST 121 - Electronic Music IM | 3.0 | |
MUST 121 - Electronic Music I (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUST 101 This course is designed for students who want to gain an understanding of the processes and tools available to the modern electronic musician. While using the most up-to-date software, students will learn to record, arrange, mix, and produce music. Topics include synthesis, sampling, and musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) sequencing. Compositions are expected of students utilizing electronic music techniques. | ||
| MUST 151 - History of Electronic MusicM | 3.0 | |
MUST 151 - History of Electronic Music (3.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, READ 101 This survey course is designed for students who seek an introduction to electronic music. Beginning with the European and American avant garde, the course traces the roots and routes of electronic music through Jamaican Dub, Chicago House, Detroit Techno, Bronx Hip-hop, and U.K. Rave, among other styles. Analysis of musical style and the relationship to particular technologies accompanies an examination of various genres in their social and cultural contexts. | ||
| RHC GE 7a - Fine ArtsGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| RHC GE 7b - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Select one: COMM C1000 / COMM C1000H (RHC GE 8)GE | 3.0 | |
COMM C1000 - Introduction to Public Speaking (formerly SPCH 101) (3.0 units) (Formerly SPCH 001A, SPCH 101) Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This course is designed for Communication Studies majors and recommended for students interested in the Forensics: Speech and Debate team, and/or Pathway to Law. COMM C1000H - Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors (formerly SPCH 101H) (3.0 units) (Formerly SPCH 101H) Advisory: ENGL C1000 In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This is an honors course. This course is designed for Communication Studies majors and recommended for students interested in the Honors Transfer Program, Forensics: Speech and Debate team, and/or Pathway to Law. | ||
| RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 16.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| MUST 122 - Electronic Music IIM | 3.0 | |
MUST 122 - Electronic Music II (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUST 121 This course is designed for students who want to continue the study of concepts and techniques needed to compose electronic music. Sequencing, advanced forms of automation, and various types of analog and digital synthesis are studied in greater depth, and the topic creating music for film and video games is also introduced. | ||
| MUST 115 - Songwriting and Arranging IM | 3.0 | |
MUST 115 - Songwriting and Arranging I (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUS 103 and MUST 101 This course is designed for students who want to learn the process of songwriting. Songs are analyzed using chord structure, form, rhythm, melody, harmony, and lyrics. Original compositions and performances are expected from all students. | ||
| MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop CollectiveM | 2.0 | |
MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop Collective (2.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, MUST 200A This course is designed for students who want to broaden their abilities to perform in small groups using Electronic Digital Instruments. This course focuses on beginning-level rehearsal and public performance of beat-driven, grid-based songs exclusively covering Electronic Pop music. Includes original student Electronic Pop music as well as reinterpretations of existing pop songs. This unique course is focused exclusively on Electronic Digital Instruments and Electronic Pop music collaborations. | ||
| RHC GE 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative ReasoningGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. | ||
| RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
| RHC GE 9 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.0† | |
| Total Units for Electronic Digital Instrument AS program | 66.0† | |
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| † | Some classes may have higher units |
| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
| GE | General Education course |
| EL | Elective Course |
| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| MUST 101 - Introduction to Music TechnologyM | 3.0 | |
MUST 101 - Introduction to Music Technology (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course is designed for the student who wants to learn the terminology, equipment, techniques, and concepts of music technology. Focus will be on principles and practices of sound, digital audio, synthesis, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), MIDI sequencing, notation software, and audio recording utilizing hardware and software platforms. Lab activities will place an emphasis on the operation and components of the typical MIDI and digital audio lab (hardware and software). Students will complete independent projects demonstrating hands-on knowledge. | ||
| MUST 111 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music IM | 4.0 | |
MUST 111 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music I (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course is the first of a sequence for students to focus on the development of theory and musicianship skills in both traditional notation and digital audio workstation (DAW) tablature. Through guided writing and analysis of popular electronic music, this course incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas, and phrase structure; dominant seventh; and non-harmonic tones. The course also develops beginning-level aural skills, sight-reading, sight-singing, as well as dictation and rhythmic interpretation skills. | ||
| MUST 200A - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers IM | 1.0 | |
MUST 200A - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers I (1.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. In this course, students develop Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) performance skills, and declare EDI as the primary instrument of study for electronic musicians. Emphasis is placed on push button controller techniques. Course content includes basic technique and notation, major and minor fingering patterns, sight reading, and basic chord patterns and progressions. | ||
| MUST 200B - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers IIM | 1.0 | |
MUST 200B - Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) Controllers II (1.0 units) Prerequisite:MUST 200B In this course, students continue to develop Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) performance skills, and declare EDI as the primary instrument of study for electronic musicians. Course content includes intermediate-level techniques and notation, major and minor fingering patterns, sight reading, and intermediate-level chord patterns and progressions. | ||
| ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (Cal-GETC 1A)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
| Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.5† | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| MUST 105 - Introduction to the Music BusinessM | 3.0 | |
MUST 105 - Introduction to the Music Business (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is intended for students interested in the music business. It presents an overview of the business and legal aspects of the music industry in order to help students understand the rapid and massive changes caused by the digital music revolution. The course focuses on career possibilities, the development of business-related knowledge and skills necessary for effectively maintaining a professional music career, the vocabulary and terminology of the music industry, and the distinction between music and business at the corporate level. Topics include record contracts, publishing, licensing, marketing, distribution, performances, and copyright. In addition, the duties and responsibilities of musicians, songwriters, lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, executives, managers, and anyone trying to navigate the rapid transformation of the industry are examined. | ||
| MUST 112 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music IIM | 4.0 | |
MUST 112 - Theory and Musicianship for Electronic Music II (4.0 units) Prerequisite:MUST 111 This course is the second in a sequence for students to focus on the development of theory and musicianship skills in both traditional notation and digital audio workstation (DAW) tablature. Through guided composition and analysis, the course includes an introduction to two-part counterpoint; voice leading involving four-part writing; diatonic harmony; and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulation. This course also develops beginning-intermediate-level aural skills, sight-reading, sight-singing, as well as dictation and rhythmic interpretation skills. | ||
| MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop CollectiveM | 2.0 | |
MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop Collective (2.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, MUST 200A This course is designed for students who want to broaden their abilities to perform in small groups using Electronic Digital Instruments. This course focuses on beginning-level rehearsal and public performance of beat-driven, grid-based songs exclusively covering Electronic Pop music. Includes original student Electronic Pop music as well as reinterpretations of existing pop songs. This unique course is focused exclusively on Electronic Digital Instruments and Electronic Pop music collaborations. | ||
| ENGL C1001 - Critical Thinking and Writing (formerly ENGL 201)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1001 - Critical Thinking and Writing (formerly ENGL 201) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001C, ENGL 201) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 College Reading and Writing (C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. This advanced composition course is open to all students who have successfully completed ENGL C1000 and expect to transfer to four-year institutions. In the course, students learn classical critical thinking concepts and decision-making and problem-solving skills applicable to real-world scenarios by engaging with current issues using argumentative and research techniques. Students also read and write extensively while applying critical thinking skills and research techniques, demonstrating these abilities in advanced composition as they research and write a series of argumentative essay that demonstrate the ability to analyze issues, evaluate positions, and argue persuasively through clear, concise prose. The course's writing workshop component is designed to assist students in improving and refining their writing and language skills: in writing workshop students undertake activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Additionally, students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
| Cal-GETC 3B - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.5† | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| Cal-GETC 5A - Physical ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 5C - LaboratoryGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in Cal-GETC 5A or 5B. | ||
| Cal-GETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
A total of 6 units required in Social and Behavioral Sciences from 2 academic disciplines or from an interdisciplinary discipline. Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 7.0† | |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| MUST 121 - Electronic Music IM | 3.0 | |
MUST 121 - Electronic Music I (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUST 101 This course is designed for students who want to gain an understanding of the processes and tools available to the modern electronic musician. While using the most up-to-date software, students will learn to record, arrange, mix, and produce music. Topics include synthesis, sampling, and musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) sequencing. Compositions are expected of students utilizing electronic music techniques. | ||
| MUST 151 - History of Electronic MusicM | 3.0 | |
MUST 151 - History of Electronic Music (3.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, READ 101 This survey course is designed for students who seek an introduction to electronic music. Beginning with the European and American avant garde, the course traces the roots and routes of electronic music through Jamaican Dub, Chicago House, Detroit Techno, Bronx Hip-hop, and U.K. Rave, among other styles. Analysis of musical style and the relationship to particular technologies accompanies an examination of various genres in their social and cultural contexts. | ||
| Cal-GETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
A total of 6 units required in Social and Behavioral Sciences from 2 academic disciplines or from an interdisciplinary discipline. Select one: | ||
| Select one: COMM C1000 / COMM C1000H (Cal-GETC 1C)GE | 3.0 | |
COMM C1000 - Introduction to Public Speaking (formerly SPCH 101) (3.0 units) (Formerly SPCH 001A, SPCH 101) Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This course is designed for Communication Studies majors and recommended for students interested in the Forensics: Speech and Debate team, and/or Pathway to Law. COMM C1000H - Introduction to Public Speaking - Honors (formerly SPCH 101H) (3.0 units) (Formerly SPCH 101H) Advisory: ENGL C1000 In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This is an honors course. This course is designed for Communication Studies majors and recommended for students interested in the Honors Transfer Program, Forensics: Speech and Debate team, and/or Pathway to Law. | ||
| Cal-GETC 6 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.0 | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| MUST 122 - Electronic Music IIM | 3.0 | |
MUST 122 - Electronic Music II (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUST 121 This course is designed for students who want to continue the study of concepts and techniques needed to compose electronic music. Sequencing, advanced forms of automation, and various types of analog and digital synthesis are studied in greater depth, and the topic creating music for film and video games is also introduced. | ||
| MUST 115 - Songwriting and Arranging IM | 3.0 | |
MUST 115 - Songwriting and Arranging I (3.0 units) Prerequisite: MUS 103 and MUST 101 This course is designed for students who want to learn the process of songwriting. Songs are analyzed using chord structure, form, rhythm, melody, harmony, and lyrics. Original compositions and performances are expected from all students. | ||
| MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop CollectiveM | 2.0 | |
MUST 161 - Crossroads Electronic Digital Instrument Pop Collective (2.0 units) Advisory:ENGL C1000, MUST 200A This course is designed for students who want to broaden their abilities to perform in small groups using Electronic Digital Instruments. This course focuses on beginning-level rehearsal and public performance of beat-driven, grid-based songs exclusively covering Electronic Pop music. Includes original student Electronic Pop music as well as reinterpretations of existing pop songs. This unique course is focused exclusively on Electronic Digital Instruments and Electronic Pop music collaborations. | ||
| Cal-GETC 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative ReasoningGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 5B - Biological ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
† some classes may have higher units. Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 14.0† | |
| Total Units for Electronic Digital Instrument AS program | 67.0† | |
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| † | Some classes may have higher units |
| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
| GE | General Education course |
| EL | Elective Course |
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