| PT 500 Human Gross Anatomy I 5 cr 3 (1) 3(2)
A detailed study of human cadaver anatomy with emphasis on the nervous, skeletal,
muscle and circulatory systems of the Upper and Lower extremities. Includes laboratory
study.
Special Fee: $190.00.
PT 501 Human Gross Anatomy II 2 cr 1(1) 1(2)
A study of human cadaver anatomy with emphasis on the nervous, skeletal, muscle and
circulatory systems of the head, neck and trunk regions. Includes laboratory study.
PT 502 Human Development Across the Life Span 1 cr 1(1)
Application of biological concepts to the normal process of human growth and aging
across the life span, including neuromotor development in childhood, and changes
associated
with aging.
PT 503 Clinical Neuroscience in Rehabilitation 2 cr 2(1)
A study of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, related to areas of
Physical Therapy practice.
PT 504 Pathophysiology 4 cr 4(1)
A physiological approach to the study of pathological changes in the human body brought
about by trauma or disease.
PT 505 Human Learning and Patient Education 1 cr 1(1)
The principles of human learning are related to Physical Therapy evaluation and
treatment, with special emphasis on the role of patient education in the management of
various
clinical disorders.
PT 506 Pharmacology in Rehabilitation 1 cr 1(1)
A study of pharmacological principles in relation to the broad field of rehabilitation,
with
emphasis on the possible effects of chemo-therapeutic agents on patients receiving
Physical
Therapy treatment.
PT 510 Scientific Inquiry in Rehabilitation 2 cr (1)
The application of research concepts and designs, statistical analysis and critical review
of the scientific literature in the broad area of rehabilitation science. Special fee:
$37.50.
PT 511 Research Proposal Development 1 cr 1(1)
The application of research concepts and methods in the preparation and presentation of a
proposal for a research project.
PT 512 Research Project 2 cr TBA
The undertaking of a research project, including the preparation of the research results
for
presentation in paper and poster formats.
PT 513 Clinical Research - Case Studies 2 cr TBA
In-depth data gathering and analysis obtained from case studies encountered in the
clinical practicum, written from a research perspective.
PT 514 Research Symposium 2 cr TBA
A research symposium focusing on a specific topic(s) each year. Students will participate
in reviewing and critiquing the latest research in the designated topic(s) area.
PT 520 Clinical Foundations 4 cr 3(1) 2(2)
Fundamental principles and practice of basic therapeutic skills, including soft tissue
massage, positioning and draping, patient transfers, assertive gait devises and wheelchair
use.
Includes laboratory study. Special fee: $15.00.
PT 521 Kinesiology and Therapeutic Exercise 3 cr 2(1) 1(3)
A study of the fundamental principles and practice of therapeutic exercise, with a strong
emphasis on applied kinesiology. Includes laboratory study.
PT 522 Electrophysical Agents in Physical Therapy 4 cr 3(1) 2(2)
The physical principles, physiological effects, therapeutic uses and clinical application
of
thermal, mechanical, electrical and photic energy. Includes laboratory study. Special fee:
$15.00.
PT 530 PT in Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System I 4 cr 3(1) 2(2)
An introduction to musculoskeletal disorders, with an emphasis on Physical Therapy
evaluation of the musculoskeletal system, includ-ing the application of functional anatomy
and
the biomechanical analysis of human movement. Includes laboratory study.
PT 531 PT in Disorders of the 4 Musculoskeletal System II cr 3(1) 2(2)
A continuation of PT 530, including the etiology, diagnostic procedures, medical
management, and Physical Therapy evaluation and treatment of selected musculoskeletal
disorders. Includes laboratory study.
PT 532 PT in Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System III 3 cr 2(1) TBA
A continuation of PT 531, with an emphasis on Physical Therapy treatment techniques
for selected musculoskeletal disorders, includ-ing the application of education, exercise
and
manual techniques. Includes laboratory study.
PT 540 PT in Disorders of the Nervous System I 5 cr 3(1) 2(3)
A study of the principles and concepts of normal human movement and physical therapy
evaluation in patients with diseases of the nervous system. This course also includes a
study of
neuroanatomy to correlate with neurologic disease. Includes laboratory study.
PT 541 PT in Disorders of the Nervous System II 5 cr 3(1) 2(3)
A continuation of PT 540 with added emphasis on principles and concepts of Physical
Therapy treatment of patients with diseases of the nervous system. Includes laboratory
study.
PT 550 PT in Disorders of the Skin and Vascular System 2 cr 2(1) TBA
A study of skin and vascular disorders with emphasis on the principles and practice of
Physical Therapy in the management of the patient with open wounds, burns, diabetes, and
upper
or lower limb amputation. Includes laboratory study.
PT 560 PT in Disorders of the Cardiopulmonary System 2 cr 1(1) 1(2)
The principles and practice of Physical Therapy for patients with cardiopulmonary
disease, including medical and surgical manage-ment. Includes laboratory study.
PT 570 PT in Specialized Areas of Practice 2 cr 2(1) TBA
A study of the role of Physical Therapy in selected areas, such as home care, obstetrics
and gynecology, industrial injuries, ergo-nomics, sports medicine and other currently
developing
areas of practice. Includes laboratory study.
PT 580 PT in Contemporary Health Care Systems2 cr 2(1)
A study of various national and international health care delivery systems, with emphasis
on the philosophical principles and practical application of clinical evaluation in
Physical
Therapy; including principles of diagnostic testing, goal setting, treatment planning,
documentation and medical terminology, together with a study of important legal, ethical
and
professional issues in Physical Therapy practice.
PT 581 Clinical Education 2 cr 2(1)
A study of the basic organizational elements in the professional practice of Physical
Therapy in different health care settings, in preparation for the full time clinical
practicum later
in the program.
PT 582 Clinical Practicum I 12 cr TBA
A planned learning experience designed to integrate previous knowledge in a full time,
supervised clinical internship of 18 weeks duration in Physical Therapy practice settings.
PT 583 Clinical Practicum II 8 cr TBA
A continuation of PT 582 providing further supervised clinical internship of 9 weeks
duration in Physical Therapy service settings.
PT 584 Clinical Reasoning 3 cr 3(1)
A review of Physical Therapy evaluation, treatment planning and techniques in the
management and education of patients with varying clinical disorders, emphasizing the
clinical
decision making process in the light of previous clinical experiences.
PT 585 Organizational Management in Physical Therapy2 cr 2(1)
A study of current organizational and management principles and issues related to health
care delivery systems, with special emphasis on the current and future roles of Physical
Therapy.
PT 594 Directed Independent Study* 1 cr TBA
An opportunity for students to undertake further study in an area of clinical interest to
them. The independent study will be guided by a faculty/clinical advisor.
PT 595 Directed Research Study* 1 cr TBA
An opportunity for students to undertake a directed research study guided by a
faculty/clinical advisor.
* Students are required to register for only one of these courses.
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