2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MUTH 232 Sophomore Music Therapy Practicum IV
Students continue to work with individual clients in the on-campus clinic while also working
off-campus with children in special elementary classrooms. Required of all sophomore music
therapy majors. Spring Term, every year. Pass/Fail 1 Hr.
MUTH 311 Music Therapy
Methods/Materials:Adult Musical materials, methods and repertoire for adults will be emphasized.
Students must learn a wide variety of songs from various decades which are appropriate
for all adults, including geriatric clients. Prerequisite: MUTH 211 and completion of guitar is
recommended. Spring Term. 3 Hrs.
MUTH 331 Junior Music Therapy Practicum V
A continuation of on-campus clinic responsibilities while also working with older adults in an
off-campus setting. Students are expected to assume more responsibility and independence in
working with clients in both settings. Fall Term, every year. Pass/Fail 1 Hr.
MUTH 332 Junior Music Therapy Practicum VI
A continuation of on-campus clinic responsibilities while also working with older adults in an
off-campus setting. Students are expected to assume more responsibility and independence
in working with clients in both settings. Spring Term, every year. Pass/Fail 1 Hr.
MUTH 343 Percussion Laboratory
One weekly 75 minute session. Students will learn techniques of playing and teaching percussion
instruments. Fall Term, every year. 1 Hr.
MUTH 401 Psychology of Music I
Music preference and ability are studied, along with physiological, cognitive and affective
responses to music. Prerequisites: PSYC 201. To be taken in junior or senior year. Open to all
students. Fall Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
MUTH 402 Psychology of Music II
Study of observation systems and measurements as well as historical, philosophical, descriptive
and experimental research related to music therapy. This course fulfills the writing-intensive
requirement for the Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Therapy. Prerequisite: MUTH 401.
Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
MUTH 409 Music in Therapy I
Discussions of professional and ethical issues related to the profession with special emphasis
placed on the use of music therapy in medical and rehabilitative settings. Assessment, behavioral
objectives, treatment plans, documentation and evaluation, as well as treatment modalities
and interventions are examined. Must be taken concurrently with MUTH 431. Open to music
therapy juniors and seniors. Fall Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
MUTH 410 Music in Therapy II
Continuation of Music in Therapy I with special emphasis on new trends and holistic approaches
in the profession. Requirements include in depth presentations of major therapeutic
approaches and comprehensive review of terminology used in all major areas of music therapy.
Must be taken concurrently with MUTH 432. Prerequisite: MUTH 409. Spring Term. 3 Hrs.
MUTH 431 Senior Music Therapy Practicum VII
Seniors lead and co-lead music therapy sessions in a variety of medical and rehabilitative setings,
including a general hospital, pain rehabilitation center, and with individuals in medical support
groups. Must be taken concurrently with MUTH 409. Fall Term, every year. 2 Hrs.