This course provides training and practice in basic principles of effective oral communication through participation in public speaking, group discussion, and oral reading. It emphasizes being at ease in front of, and with, a group, and developing constructive attitudes, organized thinking, proper use of voice and body, and critical listening. Field trips may be required. Additional Catalog Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as COMM R101.Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This is an introductory course that surveys various disciplines related to the study of human movement. Students will examine the areas of history, sociology, biomechanics, physiology, and psychology as they relate to the sport and exercise environment. In addition, students will explore career pathways involving the study of human movement, teaching, research, and professional practice. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: HED R110.

This course provides individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for guitar instruments through private instruction. It emphasizes the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. The general course content includes aspects of rhythm, intonation, articulation, and expressive elements as they relate to the instrument. Corequisites: MUS R101, or MUS R120A and MUS R125A, or MUS R120B and MUS R125B, or MUS R120C and MUS R125C, and MUS R106, or MUS R126, or MUS R185. Transfer credit: CSU. Notes: To be eligible for Applied music, students must be concurrently enrolled in the following: a Music Theory course (or Music Fundamentals) and the accompanying lab course, AND an Ensemble course such as Choir, Chamber Music, or Mariachi.

This introductory course examines the terminology, equipment, techniques, and concepts related to music technology. The course will survey the principles and practices of sound, MIDI, synthesis, notation, and audio recording utilizing hardware and software platforms. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.