Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

MUS111 Music Theory I

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Presents music theory relevant to a variety of contemporary and historical styles. Introduces the study of music components such as rhythm, meter, melody, hook, riff, scales, intervals and chords. Includes 5-line staff notation, grid notation, and chord charts. No previous music experience required. Recommended: concurrent enrollment in MUS 111C, MUS 191P, and MUC 130A. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 3

Class schedule definitions

Cost:

cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees

Books:

$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)

Register:

use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register

Class types:

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• In-person: classes take place at specific times and locations. Attendance in person is required.
• Online: classes do not have meeting times. Regular online interaction is required and there are weekly assignments.
• Remote: classes take place at specific times online. Students must be logged in during class meeting times.
• In-person and remote: classes meet both in-person and remotely. Attendance at both is required.
• In-person and online: classes meet in-person with additional online activities required.
• Remote and online: classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.