Schedule of Classes

The study and application of neurological basic science in the examination, evaluation, and management of dysfunctions and disabilities in physical therapy patient care.

A course composed of lecture/discussion on the scientific basis and evidence supporting the use of various exercise techniques, as well as practical application and hands-on experience performing and completing these exercise techniques and applications correctly. Therapeutic, training, and performance enhancement approaches to exercise will be addressed.

A multi-system analysis of the many facets of individual development from conception to death.

The anatomical, physiological, and histological basis of the normal and pathological neuromuscular system, and foundations of pharmacology as it relates to intervention strategies for patients with neuromuscular impairments.

Development of a research product under the guidance of a research advisor.

Discussion and practical application of administrative and management issues relative to a variety of physical therapy patient care settings.

Individual study and investigations through selected readings, discussions, and/or written assignments. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours.

Completion of student research project and presentation of research findings to peers and internal and external constituents.

A course composed of lecture/discussion on the scientific basis and evidence supporting the use of various exercise techniques, as well as practical application and hands-on experience performing and completing these exercise techniques and applications correctly. Therapeutic, training, and performance enhancement approaches to exercise will be addressed.

The anatomical, physiological, and histological basis of the normal and pathological cardiopulmonary, vascular, and integumentary systems. Normal and abnormal metabolic processes and their physical therapy implications.

The anatomical, physiological, and histological basis of the normal and pathological cardiac, pulmonary, vascular, and integumentary systems. Normal and abnormal metabolic processes and their physical therapy implications.

The third of five full-time supervised clinical experiences offering the opportunity for continued development of clinical management of patients in one of a variety of clinical settings. This course allows for continued professional socialization and growth as well as further development of professional behaviors. Satisfactory/unsatisfactory.

The last of five full-time, supervised clinical experiences or second half of the final clinical education experience requiring utilization of advanced communication skills and teaching interpersonal and evaluative skills. Students have the opportunity to further develop clinical management of patients in a different clinical setting. Furthermore, continued professional socialization and growth as well as continued development of professional behaviors are expected. Satisfactory/unsatisfactory.