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  "college": "merced-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "ARTS",
  "name": "Arts, Noncredit",
  "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.mccd.edu/schools/programs/school-art-social-science/courses/arts-courses",
  "courses": [
    {
      "code": "ARTS-500",
      "subject": "ARTS",
      "number": "500",
      "title": "Painting for Adults",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course offers adult community members an introduction to the principles, elements, and practices of painting in oil and acrylic medium. Students will focus on exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint mixing and technique, as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. (11/25)",
      "notes": [
        "Course duration: 54-90 hours; open entry format"
      ],
      "offered": []
    },
    {
      "code": "ARTS-507B",
      "subject": "ARTS",
      "number": "507B",
      "title": "Music Therapy for Adults - Intermediate",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This 54 hour course provides experience in performing concert and symphonic band literature. Public performance and exchange concerts are scheduled in addition to class instruction and rehearsals. (05/19)",
      "notes": [
        "Course duration: 54 hours; open entry format",
        "Limitation on enrollment: Students must demonstrate ability to sight-read music for their instrument"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 4,
          "open": 4,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/fall-2026/arts/#arts-507b",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 4,
          "open": 4,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/spring-2027/arts/#arts-507b",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ARTS-512",
      "subject": "ARTS",
      "number": "512",
      "title": "Choral Dynamics",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This 54-72 hour course Is a study of standard choral literature. It emphasizes part-singing, intonation, breath control, vocal development, style, eras, musical devices, etc. The ensemble makes several public concert appearances each year. (5/19)",
      "notes": [
        "Course duration: 54-72 hours; open entry",
        "Limitation on enrollment: Ability to accurately match pitch and correctly follow verbal instructions"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/fall-2026/arts/#arts-512",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/spring-2027/arts/#arts-512",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ARTS-520",
      "subject": "ARTS",
      "number": "520",
      "title": "Theatre Production in the Community",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This class offers the beginning or intermediate adult community member the opportunity to perform theatrical roles and/or learn the basics of technical positions in theatrical rehearsal and public performance. (12/20)",
      "notes": [
        "Course duration: 54-108 hours; open entry format",
        "Limitation on Enrollment: Enrollment by audition or interview"
      ],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/fall-2026/arts/#arts-520",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/merced-college/schedule/spring-2027/arts/#arts-520",
          "subject": "ARTS"
        }
      ]
    }
  ]
}