2010-2011 Academic Catalog 
    
    May 01, 2024  
2010-2011 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • MUS 241 - PRIVATE VOICE, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 242 - PRIVATE VOICE, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 243 - SOPHOMORE CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 244 - SOPHOMORE CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 261 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 262 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 263 - SOPHOMORE INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 264 - SOPHOMORE INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 265 - PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT TECHNIQUES


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
  
  • MUS 281 - CONCERT ATTENDANCE


    Credits: Zero
    This course is required for Music Therapy majors and Music minors. Students will attend a designated number of musical events during the semester.
  
  • MUS 282 - CONCERT ATTENDANCE


    Credits: Zero
    This course is required for Music Therapy majors and Music minors. Students will attend a designated number of musical events during the semester.
  
  • MUS 296 - INDEPENDENT STUDY


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 5
  
  • MUS 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
  
  • MUS 297H - SPECIAL STUDIES: HONORS MUSIC


    Credits: Four
    Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
  
  • MUS 301 - MUSIC IN WESTERN CIVILIZATION I


    Credits: Three
    This course outlines the development of art music in Western civilization from its roots in ancient Greek musical thought through the European Middle Ages, Renaissance era, and Baroque period. Emphasis will be shared between music literature and its cultural context.
  
  • MUS 302 - MUSIC IN WESTERN CIVILIZATION II


    Credits: Three
    This course outlines the development of art music in Western civilization from circa 1750 to the present day. Emphasis will be shared between music literature and its cultural context.
  
  • MUS 309 - EXPERIENCES IN MUSIC


    Credits: Three
    The course introduces music through a series of musical experiences of live musical performances in St. Louis and video performances. The background of each performance, the development of the various music forms, and representative composers will be discussed.
    Note: This course applies to the fine arts core requirement.
  
  • MUS 310 - MUSIC OF THE CLASSIC & ROMANTIC PERIODS


    Credits: Three
    The course studies the music of major composers from 1750 to the late 19th Century. It follows the transition from Baroque to Classicism and then into Romanticism through examining works of the great composers of both eras.
  
  • MUS 312 - CONTEMPORARY MUSIC


    Credits: Three
    A survey of 20th Century music, the course includes impressionism, dodecaphonic style, neo-classicism and electronic music.
  
  • MUS 313 - AMERICAN MUSIC


    Credits: Three
    This course surveys the development of various musical styles in America from the 18th Century to the present time.
    Note: It is open to non-music majors.
  
  • MUS 314 - STUDIES IN JAZZ


    Credits: Three
    Studies in the history of jazz from African sources to contemporary developments, including practical application and participation in performing.
  
  • MUS 315 - ARRANGING & ORCHESTRATION


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 201 & MUS 202 or permission of instructor.
    This course examines the uses and possibilities of orchestral as well as nonsymphonic instruments. The student will learn to adapt, arrange, transpose and simplify music compositions for small vocal and instrumental ensembles.
  
  • MUS 316 - WORLD MUSIC


    Credits: Three
    This course introduces the music of different cultures, excluding the Western Euro-American tradition. It explores art and ethnic music of India, Indonesia and the Far East as well as Africa, South America, and Australia.
    Note: It is open to non-music majors.
  
  • MUS 331 - PRIVATE PIANO, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 332 - PRIVATE PIANO, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 341 - PRIVATE VOICE, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 342 - PRIVATE VOICE, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 343 - JUNIOR CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 344 - JUNIOR CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 361 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 362 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, INTERMEDIATE


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 363 - JUNIOR INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 364 - JUNIOR INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 371 - VOCAL TECHNIQUES


    Credits: Two
    This course will help students acquire those skills and abilities which will enable him/her to comfortably use their own voice and competently lead vocal performance groups.
  
  • MUS 372 - ELEMENTS OF CONDUCTING


    Credits: Two
    This course studies basic principles of conducting with emphasis on choral conducting.
  
  • MUS 381 - CONCERT ATTENDANCE


    Credits: Zero
  
  • MUS 382 - CONCERT ATTENDANCE


    Credits: Zero
    This course is required for Music Therapy majors and Music minors. Students will attend a designated number of musical events during the semester.
  
  • MUS 397 - SPECIAL STUDIES


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
  
  • MUS 412 - MUSIC OF THE MIDDLE AGES & THE RENAISSANCE


    Credits: Three
    This course studies the development of Western music from its origins to 1600.
  
  • MUS 413 - MUSIC OF BAROQUE ERA


    Credits: Three
    This course studies music from 1600 to 1750 with an emphasis on the development of post-Renaissance musical forms and styles.
  
  • MUS 431 - PRIVATE PIANO, ADVANCED


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 432 - PRIVATE PIANO, ADVANCED


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 441 - PRIVATE VOICE, ADVANCED


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 442 - PRIVATE VOICE, ADVANCED


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 443 - SENIOR CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 444 - SENIOR CHORAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 461 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, ADVANCED


    Credits: One
  
  • MUS 462 - PRIVATE INSTRUMENT, ADVANCED


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 2
  
  • MUS 463 - SENIOR INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
  
  • MUS 464 - SENIOR INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE


    Credits: Variable between 0 and 1
    Cross-listed: See MUS 163
  
  • MUS 475 - INSTRUMENTAL TECHNIQUES: PERCUSSION


    Credits: Two
    This course studies development of instrumental techniques and performance concepts on percussion instruments.
  
  • MUS 478 - INTRO TO ORFF SCHULWERK


    Credits: Two
    In this course, students will experience model lessons demonstrating the Orff Schulwerk approach to music education, applied to music therapy. Students will engage in music making that draws upon their existing repertoire of speech patterns, movements, vocal and instrumental ability.
  
  • MUS 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
  
  • MUS 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
    In this course, students will experience model lessons demonstrating the Orff Schulwerk approach to music education, applied to music therapy. Students will engage in music making that draws upon their existing repertoire of speech patterns, movements, vocal and instrumental ability.
  
  • MUTH 181 - INTRO TO MUSIC THERAPY


    Credits: Three
    This course gives a broad overview of the basic principles of music therapy and a brief historical survey of theory and practice of music therapy. The course includes field trips to various clinical settings.
  
  • MUTH 186 - MUSIC THERAPY SEMINAR


    Credits: One
    Prerequisite: For Music Therapy majors only
    The course provides the opportunity for students to hear music therapy clinicians and specialists in related fields share their work and expertise as it relates to the practice of music therapy.
  
  • MUTH 215 - MEDICAL TERM FOR MUSIC THERAPY


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181
    A medical terminology course for Music Therapy majors consisting of information regarding the pronunciation, spelling, definitions of medical terms; an in-depth review of Greek-Latin roots/prefixes/suffixes, medical abbreviations, and medical chart review. Course material will enhance the application of acquired medical terminology in music therapy clinical settings.
  
  • MUTH 230 - MUSIC FOUND FOR MUSIC THERAPY I


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181
    Corequisite: MUTH 281, MUTH 381, MUTH 382, MUTH 282

    The class is designed for music therapy students to develop functional music skills and techniques necessary for effective treatment intervention. Students will learn to play folk guitar, autoharp, omnichord, and simple percussion instruments. Students will explore song repertoire for different age groups and build song leading skills.
  
  • MUTH 231 - MUSIC FOUND FOR MUSIC THERAPY II


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 230
    The class is designed for music therapy students to develop functional music skills and techniques necessary for effective treatment intervention. Students will learn to play intermediate folk guitar, songwriting, digital keyboard functions, and song leading. Students will explore relaxation techniques with music for different clinical settings.
  
  • MUTH 281 - MUSIC THERAPY I - CHILDREN


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181; Minimum grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    Corequisite: MUTH 230

    This course focuses on work with children with developmental disabilities, learning differences, and autism. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the learning and therapeutic needs of children with disabilities. Specific music therapy techniques will include songwriting techniques, The Nordoff-Robbins approach, assessment and IEP writing, and treatment planning, implementation and evaluation. Practical applications of music performance skills are an integral part of the class.
  
  • MUTH 282 - MUSIC THERAPY II - REHABILITATION AND GERONTOLOGY


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181; Minimum Grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    Corequisite: MUTH 230

    This course focuses on the use of music therapy in rehabilitation and gerontology settings. Applications will be made regarding neurological, orthopedic and trauma-induced injury and treatment. The course will include an introduction to Neurologic Music Therapy. Clinical adaptations for musical instruments will be learned. Practical applications of music performance skills are an integral part of the class.
  
  • MUTH 286 - MUSIC THERAPY SEMINAR


    Credits: One
    Prerequisite: Admission to Music Therapy program
    Corequisite: MUTH 181

    The course provides the opportunity for students to hear music therapy clinicians and specialists in related fields share their work and expertise as it relates to the practice of music therapy.
  
  • MUTH 297 - MUSIC THERAPY ABROAD


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
    Prerequisite: Travel fees are in addition to university credit hour fees
  
  • MUTH 320 - MUSIC NOTATION TECHNOLOGY


    Credits: Three
    In this course students will learn Finale notation software, including but not limited to staff, measure and key-signature tools, expression and articulation tools, chord and lyric tools, graphics and text tools, page layout and printing.
    Cross-listed: See MUTH 520
  
  • MUTH 381 - MUSIC THERAPY III - MENTAL HEALTH


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181; Minimum grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    Corequisite: MUTH 230

     

    This course will focus on the applications of music therapy in psychiatric and addictions treatment settings.  Emphasis will be on understanding the use of music therapy within specific therapy theories including psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered and family therapy models.  Emphasis will also be placed on learning music therapy techniques for clients across the spectrum of psychiatric disorders.  Practical applications of music performance skills are an integral part of the class.

  
  • MUTH 383 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM & SEMINAR


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181, MUTH230, MUTH-231; Minimum grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    Students participate in practicum placements under the supervision of board-certified music therapists. Students must complete four clinical practica arranged by the music therapy faculty. Students meet weekly with faculty to discuss their experiences. Additional topics include assessment, treatment planning, goal writing and treatment evaluation.
  
  • MUTH 384 - CLINICAL PRACT/SEMINAR


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 383; Minimum grade C required
    Students participate in practicum placements under the supervision of board-certified music therapists. Students must complete four clinical practica arranged by the music therapy faculty. Students meet weekly with faculty to discuss their experiences. Additional topics include assessment, treatment planning, goal writing and treatment evaluation.
  
  • MUTH 481 - RESEARCH IN MUSIC THERAPY


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181; Minimum grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    The steps of the research process, the role of research in the practice of the profession of music therapy, and the acquisition of the knowledge needed to be an informed consumer of music therapy and other health care research are emphasized in this course. A research proposal will be an integral part of the course requirement. Students will gain practical skills in the application of significant research findings to clinical practice.
  
  • MUTH 482 - PSYCHOLOGY OF MUSIC


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: MUTH 181; Minimum grade C; Admission to Music Therapy program
    Psychology of Music provides a comprehensive review of human musical behavior and response as viewed from psychological and physiological perspectives. The study will include a consideration of the function of music as it is experienced with-in a culture.
  
  • MUTH 483 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM/SEMINAR


    Credits: Two
    Prerequisite: MUTH 384; Minimum grade C required
    Students participate in practicum placements under the supervision of board-certified music therapists. Students must complete four clinical practica arranged by the music therapy faculty. Students meet weekly with faculty to discuss their experiences. Additional topics include assessment, treatment planning, goal writing and treatment evaluation.
  
  • MUTH 499 - CLINICAL INTERNSHIP


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 6
    Prerequisite: Complete all Music Therapy Courses before taking the Internship
    The internship is a six-month clinical training experience in a facility approved by the American Music Therapy Association (national roster internship) or in a facility or combination of facilities with a credentialed supervisor on site and a clinical training director from the university (university contracted internship).
  
  • MUTH 499C - CONTINUING CLINICAL INTERNSHIP


    Credits: Zero
    Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in MUTH 499 first, MUTH 499C is for subsequent semesters after enrolling in 499
    Note: For use for students with long-term clinicals
  
  • MUTH 575 - MUSIC THERAPY ASSESSMENT


    Credits: Three
    This course will review models for assessment of clients in music therapy. Emphasis will be on learning and implementing these models with different clinical populations. Additional emphasis will be on using music to understand client needs and expressions.
  
  • MUTH 576 - MUSIC THERAPY IMPROV/COMPOSITION


    Credits: Three
    This course will explore improvisational music therapy techniques using piano, voice and guitar. Students will learn about different models of improvisatory music therapy and how to implement them. Students will also explore models for using composition in music therapy, including client and therapist compositions.
  
  • MUTH 597 - MUSIC THERAPY ABROAD


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
    Prerequisite: Only Board Certified or Board Certified Eligible Music Therapists, Travel fees are in addition to university credit hour fees
  
  • MUTH 620 - MUSIC PSYCHOTHERAPY


    Credits: Three
    This course will cover materials related to the use of music in individual and group psychotherapy settings. Emphasis will be placed on integrating verbal and nonverbal therapy techniques in music therapy. Emphasis will also be placed on understanding how music is used within various theoretical models including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive, group, and family systems.
  
  • MUTH 621 - ETHICAL/LEGAL ISSUES IN MUSIC THERAPY & COUNSELING


    Credits: Three
    The course will look at the ethical and legal issues that impact the practice of music therapy and counseling. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the ethical codes and Standards of Practice in counseling and music therapy as well as learning about ethical expectations for practice, research, education and supervision.
  
  • MUTH 622 - MUSIC THERAPY IN REHAB & MEDICINE


    Credits: Three
    This course will look at models for utilizing music therapy in rehabilitation and medical settings including hospitals, pediatric, gerontology, physical rehabilitation, hospice, surgical, and home health care.
  
  • MUTH 623 - MUSIC THERAPY GRAD PRACTICUM I


    Credits: Three
    Supervised clinical practice. Must be primarily face-to-face time with clients.
    Note: These six credit (I & II) hours must culminate in a final clinical project under faculty supervision. Project must be presented in written and oral formats prior to granting of credits.
  
  • MUTH 624 - MUSIC THERAPY GRAD PRACTICUM II


    Credits: Three
    Supervised clinical practice. Must be primarily face-to-face time with clients.
    Note: These six credit (I & II) hours must culminate in a final clinical project under faculty supervision. Project must be presented in written and oral formats prior to granting of credits.
  
  • MUTH 691 - SPEC IN MUSIC THERAPY


    Credits: Three
    Student will work with faculty advisor to create clinical and didactic study opportunities within a defined area of specialization in MT. Examples would include: Music Therapy in Psychotherapy and Psychiatry, Music Therapy with Exceptional Children, Music Therapy in Gerontology, Music Therapy in Medical Settings (including emphasis on music interface with neurophysiology and psychoneuroimmunology).
    Note: A written summary of the learning experience will be required.
  
  • MUTH 692 - MASTER OF MUSIC THERAPY ORAL EXAM


    Credits: Zero
    Candidates for the Master of Music Therapy degree must complete an oral examination prior to completion of the degree. The examination will be conducted by the music therapy faculty and may include faculty from related disciplines as appropriate.
  
  • NURS 200 - HEALTH PROMOTION


    Credits: Three
    The quality of life in any society depends on the health of its citizens and the promotion of that health by individuals, communities and governing bodies. Essential to achieving health and wellness is understanding the determinants of health and the strategies that can be applied to foster healthy lifestyles. This course includes concepts and strategies of nutrition, exercise and lifestyle choices.
  
  • NURS 201 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR NURSING PRACTICE


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: BIOL 102, BIOL 104, ENGL 104
    An understanding of physiology of altered health across the life span provides a basis for nursing interventions. This course examines alterations in body function and system failure associated with common health problems.
  
  • NURS 202 - HEALTH ASSESSMENT


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: BIOL 102, BIOL 104, ENGL 104; Requires Admission to the Nursing program
    Knowledge of health status is essential to health teaching and nursing interventions. Students learn how to obtain a health history and complete a physical examination. Course content includes biopsychosocial assessment of individuals throughout the lifespan with the primary focus on a healthy adult.
  
  • NURS 203 - INTRO TO CLINICAL NURSING PRACTICE


    Credits: Four
    Prerequisite: BIOL 102, BIOL 104, ENGL 104, NURS 202, NURS-204, Depending on your curriculum track program, NURS-202 and NURS-204 may either be a pre-requisite or a co-requisite.
    Corequisite: NURS-203C

    While professional nursing is a complex service that has evolved over time, a consistent theme of nursing practice with- in a variety of cultural and technological contexts has been ensuring the well-being of patients. This course has a twofold focus: 1) a beginning exploration of the roots and development of the profession, and 2) provision of comfort and safety and assistance to the client in activities of daily living.
  
  • NURS 203C - REQUIRED CLINICAL-NURS 203


    Credits: Zero
    Corequisite: NURS 203

  
  • NURS 204 - NURSING SKILLS LAB


    Credits: One
    This course integrates case studies with fundamental nursing skills to begin practice in the clinical setting.
  
  • NURS 205 - PHARMACOLOGY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT


    Credits: Three
    Prerequisite: BIOL 102, BIOL 104, ENGL 104
    Introduces common classifications of therapeutic drugs including major actions, indications, side effects, dosage range, nursing implications and examples. Application activities focus on administration of therapeutic drugs.
  
  • NURS 206 - PHARMACOLOGY SKILLS LAB


    Credits: One
    Prerequisite: BIOL 102, BIOL 104, ENGL 104
    Safe, effective administration of medications is an acquired nursing skill. This course provides the opportunity for students to practice interpreting medication orders, administering medications by various routes, and documenting medications given.
  
  • NURS 296 - INDEPENDENT STUDY


    Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
  
  • NURS 302 - PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CARE


    Credits: Four
    Prerequisite: NURS 201, NURS 202, NURS 203, NURS 204, NURS 205, NURS 206
    Corequisite: NURS 302C

    Nursing requires knowledge of psychosocial concepts in order to provide holistic nursing care for individuals and families in every practice setting. This course examines promotion of mental health, the management of mental illness and relevant social policy. Students provide care for clients demonstrating a variety of behaviors in acute and community settings.
  
  • NURS 302C - REQUIRED CLINICAL-NURS 302


    Credits: Zero
    Corequisite: NURS 302

  
  • NURS 303 - NURSING CARE OF THE ADULT I


    Credits: ix
    Prerequisite: NURS 201, NURS 202, NURS 203, NURS 205, NURS 206 and NURS 310; Depending on your curriculum track program, NURS-310 may either be a pre-requisite or a co-requisite.
    Corequisite: NURS 303C

    The physiologic, psychosocial, and learning needs of the adult are the focus of this course. Nursing care includes the prevention of illness, nursing care during illness, and the rehabilitation of the adult client. Students develop an understanding of the ethical and legal issues that impact nursing care of the adult.
  
  • NURS 303C - REQUIRED CLINICAL-NURS 303


    Credits: Zero
    Corequisite: NURS 303

  
  • NURS 305 - CARE OF THE CHILD-BEARING FAMILY


    Credits: Five
    Prerequisite: NURS 201, NURS 202, NURS 203, NURS 204, NURS 205, NURS 206, NURS 303, NURS 310; Depending on your curriculum track program, NURS-303 and NURS-310 may either be a pre-requisite or a co-requisite.
    Corequisite: NURS 305C

    This course focuses on applying the nursing process in the care of the child- bearing family. Contemporary issues in maternity, womens health and preventive health issues are explored. Both theory and clinical experiences address the physiological and psychosocial needs of the child-bearing family.
  
  • NURS 305C - REQUIRED CLINICAL-NURS 305


    Credits: Zero
    Corequisite: NURS 305

  
  • NURS 306 - NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN


    Credits: Five
    Prerequisite: NURS 201, NURS 202, NURS 203, NURS 204, NURS 205, NURS 206, NURS 303, NURS 310 and NURS 305; Depending on your curriculum track program, NURS-305 may either be a pre-requisite or a co-requisite.
    Corequisite: NURS 306C

    Nursing care of the child and adolescent requires applying the nursing process based on the developmental needs of the child and family. Students explore health promotion, growth and development, and the impact of acute and chronic illness in childhood and adolescence. Theory and clinical experiences address the physiological and psychosocial needs of pediatric patients.
  
  • NURS 306C - REQUIRED CLINICAL-NURS 306


    Credits: Zero
    Corequisite: NURS 306

  
  • NURS 307 - TRANSITION TO PROFESSIONAL NURSING


    Credits: Three
    Corequisite: NURS 341

    This course serves as a bridge to baccalaureate education for the registered nurse who has successfully completed an associate or diploma nursing program. Focus is upon the socialization process and role transition. Key concepts related to self awareness, information literacy, group process, adult learning, nursing theory, and communication are discussed. The nursing roles of educator and theorist are explored.
 

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