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CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 337
MTH-120 Therapeutic Massage Applications 10 (6-9-3) S
Prerequisites: BIO-165, MED-120, MTH-110, PSY-150
Corequisites: BIO-166, ENG-111
This course provides an expanded knowledge and skill base for the massage therapist
in a variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on selected therapeutic
approaches throughout the lifespan. Upon completion, students should be able to
perform entry level therapeutic massage on various populations. (2008 SP)
MTH-125 Ethics of Massage 2 (2-0) SS
Prerequisites: MTH-110
Corequisites: BIO-271; MAT-115, MAT-140, or MAT-171
This course is designed to explore issues related to the practice of massage therapy.
Emphasis is placed on ethical, legal, professional, and political issues. Upon
completion, students should be able to discuss issues relating to the practice of
massage therapy, client/therapist relationships as well as ethical issues. (2005 FA)
MTH 210 Advanced Skills of Massage 8 (4-9-3) F
Prerequisites: MTH-120
Corequisites: COM-110; PSY-118 or BUS-152; PED-113, 117, 120, 122, 125,
130, 135, 145, 154, or 217
This course provides knowledge and skills in diverse body work modalities in a
variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on selected techniques such as
Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Soft Tissue Release, Spa Approaches,
Oriental Therapies, and energy techniques. Upon completion, students should be able
to perform basic skills in techniques covered. (2008 SP)
MTH 220 Outcome-Based Massage 7 (4-6-3) S
Prerequisites: MTH-120
Corequisites: BUS-137 or BUS-230; COE-111
This course provides knowledge and skills in more complex body works modalities
in a variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced skills in
outcome-based Massage. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic
skills in techniques covered. (2008 SP)
MUS Music
Students who wish to enroll in the Associate in Fine Arts in Music and Music
Education (A1020D) program must demonstrate the appropriate level of
vocal or instrument proficiency. Non-music majors may be allowed to enroll
in music theory and performance classes only after demonstrating the
appropriate level of proficiency prior to registering for MUS-121, 131, 133,
135, 137, 141, and 161. Students with little or no music background should
enroll in MUS-111 and MUS-151.
MUS-110 Music Appreciation 3 (3-0) FS SS
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is a basic survey of the music of the Western world. Emphasis is placed
on the elements of music, terminology, composers, form, and style within a historical
perspective. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in basic
listening and understanding of the art of music. This course has been approved for