Student Learning Outcomes
SLO 1: Demonstrate a developed understanding and application of sound and recording
technologies in commercial music.
SLO 2: Compare and contrast commercial music styles and genres via musical criticism
and performance.
SLO 3: Critique music industry practices using an ethical and moral lens informed
by scripture.
SLO 4: Create unique musical artifacts that contribute to artistic and entrepreneurial
career aspirations.
SLO 5: Analyze the global phenomenon of popular music, historically and socially,
and opportunities for careers in commercial music in emerging markets and businesses.
SLO 6: Demonstrate facility in use of musical and lyrical best practices and express
the individual’s voice.
SLO 7: Utilize music technologies in the creation of new songs and works.
SLO 8: Create musical works for public reception that demonstrate genre specific musical
characteristics.