2019-2020 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PHRM 764 - Introduction to Management of Inpatient Medical Emergencies
Prerequisites, PHRM 511 , PHRM 531 , PHRM 537 , PHRM 592 , PHRM 622 , PHRM 622L , PHRM 631 , PHRM 641 , doctor of pharmacy major. This course provides pharmacy students with hands-on application of the advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) algorithms and clinical management of select medical emergencies through interprofessional simulated experiences with the physician assistant (PA) students. The clinical focus of each simulated interprofessional medical scenarios (SIMS) will concentrate on various reversible causes of cardiac arrest. Each week, students will review online videos/modules and/or pre-class assignments and complete an online quiz to prepare for the weekly in-class SIMS and debrief discussions. This course will emphasize applying clinical knowledge, preparing medications at bedside, calculating patient-specific doses, researching drug information, practicing evidence-based medicine and enhancing interprofessional team and communication skills. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PHRM 765 - X-ray Crystallography in Drug Discovery
Prerequisites, PHRM 501 , PHRM 511 , PHRM 531 , PHRM 592 , PHRM 622 , PHRM 622L , PHRM 631 , PHRM 641 , doctor of pharmacy major. X-ray crystallography is a powerful tool for determining protein structure and has been used in drug discovery since 1980s. It allows the detailed analysis of ligand (drug) binding to its target protein, resulting in the design of new medicines or improvement of the available drugs. This course offers an introduction to the x-ray crystallography technique, including growing protein crystals, determining crystal structure of proteins, and application of the information obtained from crystal structures in drug design and development. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PHRM 766 - Self-care Behaviors for Managing Diabetes Mellitus
Prerequisite, doctor of pharmacy major. The goal of this elective course is to expose students to the seven (7) essential self-care behaviors for managing diabetes, as described by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE). Additionally, students will learn ways to educate patients with diabetes about each of the seven self-care behaviors: healthy eating, physical activity, glucose monitoring, taking medication, problem solving, reducing risks, healthy coping. Numeric grading only. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PHRM 767 - Advanced Infectious Diseases Elective
Prerequisites, PHRM 552 , doctor of pharmacy major. The advanced ID elective expands on topics and concepts learned in PHRM 552 - ID I. Antimicrobial stewardship strategies, impact and research will be further explored to provide a more comprehensive understanding of current challenges and approaches to optimizing antimicrobial use in the clinical setting. Students will be presented with real-life scenarios and protocols that have been implemented in practice to curtail excessive antibiotic use. The course will also expand on common and complex resistance mechanisms found in both Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms. To understand how to manage patients with these infections, students will be challenged with unique patient cases to determine different evidence-based treatment approaches. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PHRM 768 - Geriatric Pharmacotherapy
Prerequisites, PHRM 501 , PHRM 511 , PHRM 531 , PHRM 622 , PHRM 622L , PHRM 631 , PHRM 641 , doctor of pharmacy major. This course is designed to bring awareness of the spectrum of healthcare needs of the elderly with a focus on pharmacotherapy in the aging population. Focus of the course will be on understanding how aging changes drug pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, choosing appropriate therapy in response to common geriatric conditions, adapting communication strategies, promoting wellness, and preventing poor outcomes. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PHRM 769 - Medicare Part D for the Practicing Pharmacist
Prerequisites, PHRM 501 , PHRM 511 , PHRM 531 , PHRM 622 , PHRM 622L , PHRM 631 , PHRM 641 , doctor of pharmacy major. This course will cover Medicare Part D through a practical approach that will allow pharmacists to help their patients navigate Medicare’s prescription drug plan. The first 4 weeks of the course will address what is covered under Medicare Part D, the cost structure of Part D plans, and the four different phases of Part D coverage in a given calendar year. You will also be introduced to the Medicare Plan Finder to assist you in selecting the best Part D plan based on your patient’s need(s). And finally, the last 3 weeks of the course will require you to complete experiential hours (total of 6 hours) assisting real patients with Medicare Part D plan enrollment and/or switches at the PrescribeWellness Center. P/NP. (Offered every year.) 1 credit
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PT 510 - Functional Human Anatomy I
Corequisite, PT 510L . This course on human anatomy builds upon prerequisite coursework to provide a strong foundation in applied functional anatomy for the DPT student. The musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous systems are emphasized, but histology, radiology, and organ systems also are included. Lecture sessions require students to think critically as they apply their knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 510L - Functional Human Anatomy I Laboratory
Corequisite, PT 510 . This laboratory course on human anatomy builds upon prerequisite coursework to provide a strong foundation in applied functional anatomy for the DPT student. The musculoskeletal and peripheral nervous systems are emphasized, but histology, radiology, and organ systems also are included. Interactive laboratory sessions require students to think critically as they apply their knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 1½ credits
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PT 511 - Biomechanics of Human Movement
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 511L . This course provides a foundational understanding of basic biomechanical principles emphasizing the biomechanics of human tissue and the body as a whole, together with methods of human motion analysis. The student will participate in both lecture and interactive laboratory sessions that will include scientific evidence for support of biomechanical principles. Coursework is designed specifically for the DPT student and begins development of clinical judgment skills in motion analysis. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 511L - Biomechanics of Human Movement Lab
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 511 . This laboratory course on applied human biomechanics builds upon requisite coursework to provide a strong foundation in applied functional biomechanics for the DPT student. Instrumentation is emphasized, but theory with a focus on Newtonian physics also are included. Interactive laboratory sessions require students to think critically as they apply their knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 512 - Kinesiological Motion Analysis
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 511L , PT 513 . Corequisite, PT 512L . This course further develops the students’ understanding of human movement by applying biomechanical principles to individual joint mechanics both ideal and pathological, and by observational analysis of human motion including gait. The student will participate in both lecture and interactive laboratory sessions that provide scientific evidence of joint mobility and results of motion deviations. Coursework is designed specifically for the DPT student and continues development of clinical judgment skills while integrating personal and cultural values and skills. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 512L - Kinesiology Lab
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 511L , PT 513 . Corequisite, PT 512 . This laboratory course builds upon requisite coursework to provide a strong foundation in applied functional human movement for the DPT student. Applied functional anatomy, with a focus on joint architecture, muscle function, and neuromuscular integration of movement effectiveness and efficiency is emphasized. Interactive laboratory sessions require students to think critically as they apply their knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 513 - Developmental Anatomy
A lecture course on human developmental anatomy, with an emphasis on the normal development of the systems of the body. Selected congenital anomalies and the mechanisms underlying them will also be presented. Students are required to integrate material from this course with that from their prerequisite course work and related course content across the Physical Therapy curriculum. Students must also think critically, solve problems, and assess the relevant scientific literature as they apply their knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 521 - Applied Neurophysiology
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 525 . Corequisites, PT 523 , PT 523L . This course is designed to provide the DPT student with a foundational understanding of the normal excitatory and inhibitory mechanisms of the nervous system. The student will participate in both lecture and discussion that will include the scientific evidence for neurological principles. Clinical applications, problem-solving, and critical thinking are emphasized. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 522 - Functional Human Neuroanatomy I
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 525 , with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite, PT 522L . This course covers the normal structure and function of the human nervous system, with an emphasis on the central nervous system. Selected case studies of pathological conditions of the nervous system are presented. Students participate in both lecture and interactive laboratory sessions (PT 522L ) that require them to think critically and apply their knowledge to clinical scenarios. (Offered as needed.) 1½ credits
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PT 522L - Functional Human Neuroanatomy I Laboratory
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 525 , with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite, PT 522 . This course covers the normal structure and function of the human nervous system, with an emphasis on the central nervous system. Selected case studies of pathological conditions of the nervous system are presented. Students participate in interactive laboratory sessions that require them to think critically and apply their knowledge to clinical scenarios. (Offered as needed.) ½ credit
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PT 523 - Functional Human Neuroanatomy II
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L . Corequisite, PT 523L . This course builds upon the foundation established in PT 522 . After gaining an understanding of the relationships between structure and function in the nervous system, students will focus on the inter-relationships between the various systems. Clinical reasoning and problem solving are facilitated through case studies, clinical scenarios, and discussing the current literature. (Offered as needed.) 2½ credits
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PT 523L - Functional Human Neuroanatomy II Laboratory
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 522 , PT 522L with a grade of C or better. Corequisite, PT 523 . This course builds upon the foundation established in PT 522 . After gaining an understanding of the relationships between structure and function in the nervous system, students will focus on the inter-relationships between the various systems. Clinical reasoning and problem solving are facilitated through case studies, clinical scenarios, and discussing the current literature. (Offered as needed.) ½ credit
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PT 525 - Clinical Pathophysiology: General Medicine
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 525L . This course provides a foundational understanding of human physiology and pathology, emphasizing general medicine diseases and disorders encountered by physical therapists. The course integrates relevant aspects of biochemistry and neurophysiology, epidemiology, pathophysiological processes, medical and pharmacological management, and implications and indications for physical therapy. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 525L - Clinical Pathophysiology Lab
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 525 . This laboratory course will provide the opportunity to apply and examine pathophysiological processes related to physical therapist practice. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 526 - Clinical Pathology: Orthopedic
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 525 , PT 525L , physical therapy major, or consent of instructor. Corequisites, PT 530 , PT 531 , PT 531L . This course provides the foundational understanding of orthopedic diseases and disorders encountered by physical therapists. This lecture course covers the epidemiology, pathophysiological processes, medical management, pharmacological management and implications and indications for physical therapy of these disorders to prepare the student for the clinical courses and clinical experiences to follow. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 527 - Clinical Pathology: Neurology
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 526 , PT 530 , PT 531 , PT 531L . Corequisites, PT 521 , PT 523 , PT 523L . This course provides the foundational understanding of neurological diseases and disorders encountered by physical therapist. The lecture provides an overview of the assessment and management from a medical model perspective, which includes: incidence, etiology, risk factors, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment (including pharmacology), and prognosis of diseases/disorders associated within the central and peripheral nervous systems. Specific implications for physical therapy utilizing the Elements of the Patient/Client Management Model and the World Health Organization (WHO) International Classification for Functioning, Disability, and Handicap (ICF) Model are discussed. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 530 - Physical Therapy Examination
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 513 , PT 525 , PT 525L , physical therapy major, or consent of instructor. Corequisites, PT 526 , PT 531 , PT 531L . This course is the first in the series of clinical courses where students learn to deliver excellent patient care. Through lecture and laboratory experiences, students learn the theory and technique of basic patient screening and examination procedures as well as develop clinical judgment skills to complete the patient evaluation. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 531 - General Medicine Practice Management
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 525 , PT 525L , physical therapy major, or consent of instructor. Corequisites, PT 526 , PT 530 , PT 531L . This lecture course covers the physical therapy management of patients with general medical conditions in a variety of practice settings with particular emphasis in the acute care setting. Basic patient handling and functional training skills are emphasized while students incorporate patient examination findings into their treatment intervention choices. Medical documentation using a S,O,A,P format is introduced. This course also includes a major unit on wound management. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 531L - General Medicine Practice Management Laboratory
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 525 , PT 525L , physical therapy major, or consent of instructor. Corequisites, PT 526 , PT 530 , PT 531 . This laboratory course examines the physical therapy management of patients with general medical conditions in a variety of practice settings with particular emphasis in the acute-care setting. Basic patient handling and functional training skills are emphasized while students incorporate patient examination findings into their treatment intervention choices. Medical documentation using a S,O,A,P format is introduced. This lab also includes a unit on wound management. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 535 - Musculoskeletal Practice Management I: Lower Quarter
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 512 , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 526 , PT 530 . This course is the first in a two part clinical series designed to prepare the DPT student to be excellent at management of musculoskeletal disorders. This series emphasizes an integrated examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention approach. This course focuses on musculoskeletal disorders of the lower extremity, lumbar, and sacroiliac joints and is designed to integrate basic science principles with personal and cultural values and skills to deepen and hone professional clinical judgment. (Offered as needed.) 5 credits
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PT 539 - Physical Agents
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 525 . This lecture and lab course will integrate basic science into patient case studies so students may use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to select optimal physical therapy treatment interventions using physical agents. Evaluation and treatment of muscle and nerve dysfunction using therapeutic modalities, assessment and management of pain and wounds will also be addressed. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 591 - Clinical Practicum I
Introduction to clinical education, behavioral expectations for physical therapists, and clinical opportunities to practice physical therapy skills in health care. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 610 - Functional Human Anatomy II
Prerequisite, PT 510 , PT 510L with a grade of C or better, PT 689 , and PT 692 , or PT 693 . This is the second in the series of two human anatomy courses designed specifically for the DPT student. Students will dissect the components of the human body and study the interrelationships between structure and function with regard to normal and pathological conditions. Students are required to think critically, solve problems, and assess the scientific literature as they apply their knowledge to clinical scenarios and integrate the coursework with that of other courses in the curriculum. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 629 - Experimental Course
Prerequisite, consent of instructor. This course is designed to provide additional opportunities to explore areas and subjects of special interest to the physical therapy field. It may be repeated for credit provided the course content is different. Number of credits will be determined according to the specified topic and objectives. (Offered as needed.) 1-6 credits
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PT 638 - Musculoskeletal Practice Management II: Upper Quarter
Prerequisites, PT 521 , PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 535 . This course is the second in a two part clinical series designed to prepare the DPT student to be excellent with management of musculoskeletal disorders. This series emphasizes an integrated examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention approach and this course focuses on musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity, cervical spine, head and thorax. Coursework is designed to integrate basic science principles with personal and cultural values and skills to deepen and hone professional clinical judgment. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 640 - Neurological Practice Management
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 512 , PT 512L , PT 521 , PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 527 , PT 530 , PT 531 , PT 531L , physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 640L . Theory and principles of motor control and motor learning will be applied to the management of the patient with neurologic dysfunction. Neuro-facilitation and task-oriented approaches to examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention will be investigated. Course must be taken concurrently with laboratory. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 640L - Neurological Practice Management Laboratory
Prerequisites, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 511 , PT 512 , PT 512L , PT 521 , PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 527 , PT 530 , PT 531 , PT 531L , physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 640 . Theory and principles of motor control and motor learning will be applied to the management of the patient with neurologic dysfunction. Neuro-facilitation and task-oriented approaches to examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention will be investigated. This laboratory course is partnered with the lecture component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 641 - Rehabilitation Practice Management
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 521 , PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 527 , PT 530 , PT 640 , PT 640L , PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . This course prepares physical therapist students to deliver excellent patient care in the rehabilitation environment. Included in this course are the respective roles of members of the rehabilitation team, patient examination, goal setting, and treatment planning including orthotic and prosthetic prescription and management, wheelchair and other adaptive equipment evaluation and prescription, pathological gait analysis, evaluation of home accessibility and discharge planning. Students will explore the challenges encountered by physical therapists in the rehabilitation environment through lecture, directed readings, classroom discussions and laboratory activities. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 643 - Motor Control and Motor Learning
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 643L . This course introduces the science of motor control/motor learning including the neuromotor processes that underlie normal and abnormal movement. Theories of motor learning and mechanisms for acquisition of skill are discussed. Neuromotor and neuropsychological research are investigated and clinical implications are discussed. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 643L - Motor Control and Motor Learning Laboratory
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , physical therapy major. Corequisite, PT 643 . This laboratory introduces the science of motor control/motor learning including the neuromotor processes that underlie normal and abnormal movement. Applications of theories of motor control/learning and mechanisms for acquisition of skill are examined and applied to physical therapy practice. Neuromotor and neuropsychological research are investigated and clinical implications are discussed. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 646 - Cardiopulmonary Practice Management
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . This course prepares PT students to deliver excellent patient care to patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Students gain an overview of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology and the comprehensive physical therapy management of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases through lecture and lab activities. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 647 - Pediatric Practice Management
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . Corequisite, PT 647L . This lecture course prepares physical therapy students to meet entry-level physical therapy to pediatric clients in all practice settings. Patient examination, evaluation, goal setting, and intervention will be discussed in relation to commonly encountered pediatric diagnoses. Environmental, cultural, legislative, and legal issues that affect the delivery of care are explored. (Offered as needed.) 1½ credits
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PT 647L - Pediatric Practice Management Laboratory
Prerequisites, PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 689 and PT 692 or PT 693 . Corequisite, PT 647 . This laboratory course prepares physical therapy students to meet entry-level physical therapy to pediatric clients in all practice settings. Patient examination, evaluation, goal setting, and intervention will be practiced in relation to commonly encountered pediatric diagnoses. Environmental, cultural, legislative, and legal issues that affect the delivery of care are explored. (Offered as needed.) 1½ credits
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PT 650A - Scientific Inquiry I
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. This course is the first step in making students critical consumers of the scientific literature related to the practice of healthcare, specifically physical therapy. Basic research approaches with application to physical therapy are reviewed in a lecture and seminar format. These research approaches include descriptive research, grounded theory research to experimental designs and others with an emphasis on clinical applications. The concepts associated with Evidence Based Medicine will be introduced. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 650B - Scientific Inquiry I
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. This course is the second step in making students critical consumers of the scientific literature related to the practice of healthcare, specifically physical therapy. Basic research approaches with application to physical therapy are reviewed in a lecture and seminar format. These research approaches include descriptive research, grounded theory research to experimental designs and others with an emphasis on clinical applications. The concepts associated with Evidence Based Medicine will be introduced. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 651 - Scientific Inquiry II
Prerequisites, PT 650, physical therapy major. This course is the third in the Scientific Inquiry series with a focus on statistics and use of computational methods to support physical therapists in a clinical environment. This course introduces power, effect size, descriptive and inferential statistics through lecture, review of current literature, and application of computer programs/platforms to ask clinically applicable questions. Students continue to develop critical reading of physical therapy literature and analysis of clinically applicable outcomes through a project using R, a free software environment for statistical computing and graphics. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 660 - Directed Research I
Prerequisites, PT 650, consent of instructor. This course builds on the students’ previous knowledge of writing skills and designing a research hypothesis. This course is the first in a four-semester sequence designed to guide the student through a complete research project. In this course students select a research topic and complete a written review of the literature culminating in a research hypothesis. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 661 - Directed Research II
Prerequisites, PT 650, PT 660 , consent of instructor. This course builds on the students’ previous work in PT 560 where the literature review and research question is completed. In addition, they will need to integrate their knowledge of experimental design and statistical analysis. This course the second in a four-semester sequence designed to guide the student through a complete research project. A proposal based on a stated hypothesis will be brought to a final acceptable form. IRB approval is obtained. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 665 - Diagnostic Imaging
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 510 , PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . This lecture/lab course will familiarize the DPT student with clinical interpretation of orthopedic imaging including plain film x-ray, magnetic resonance and computerized tomography films. Selection protocols will be discussed to acquaint the student with advantages and disadvantages of each method and what type of information each technique best presents. This course will focus on the clinical interpretation and integration of imaging data into rehabilitation regimen design, outcome assessment and communication with other medical professionals. (Offered as needed.) 2½ credits
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PT 670 - Cultural Diversity and Psychology of Health Care
This course is a seminar, lecture, and discussion course involving the study of oppression theory followed by issues of racism, sexism, and homophobia and their effects on healthcare outcomes. The social, legal, and professional impact will be analyzed from the historical perspective with attention to the current and future implications for the practice of physical therapy. Students will also gain an in depth understanding of human behavior as it relates to coping and adjustment behaviors in acute and chronic illness. Culturally appropriate patient education through programs for patients, family members, caregivers and professional colleagues will be addressed as well as reasonable alternative approaches in health care. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 3½ credits
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PT 671 - Physical Therapy Ethics
Prerequisite, physical therapy major, PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . This course is an overview of basic ethical principles relevant to the patient-provider role. Dilemmas frequently encountered in physical therapy in both clinical and research settings are integrated into the course content. The course is conducted in a lecture/seminar format. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 683 - PT and the Health Care System
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. This first semester of this course introduces students to the current status of the healthcare system in the United States and the role of physical therapist in the continuum of care providers. The second semester will cover legal responsibilities of the physical therapist with focus on jurisdictional requirements in California and current legal issues. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½ credit
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PT 683A - PT and the Health Care System (active Summer 2020)
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. This first semester of this course introduces students to the current status of the healthcare system in the United States and the role of physical therapist in the continuum of care providers. Letter grade. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½ credit
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PT 683B - PT and the Health Care System (active Summer 2020)
Prerequisite, physical therapy major. The second semester will cover legal responsibilities of the physical therapist with focus on jurisdictional requirements in California and current legal issues. Letter grade. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½ credit
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PT 689 - Service Learning
This course is an educational opportunity in which students learn about social responsibility, advocacy, and the importance of life-long civic engagement, through active participation in purposeful volunteer community service. Emphasis on developing the role and responsibility of the physical therapist within a given community through advocacy for the health and wellness needs of society, and participation and leadership in community organizations and volunteer service. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) ½-2½ credits
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PT 690 - Clinical Affiliation
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, consent of instructor. This course gives students additional work experiences and practice related to the major of physical therapy. The course may not be used to substitute for required clinical practical or internship courses. Work hours for credit determined by instructor. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) ½-3 credits
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PT 691 - Clinical Practicum II
Prerequisite, PT 591 . Continuation of clinical education, behavioral expectations for physical therapists, and clinical opportunities to practice physical therapy skills in health care. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 692 - Clinical Experience I-12
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, good academic standing in the DPT program, PT 638 , PT 640 , PT 640L , PT 643 , PT 643L , PT 651 , PT 670 , PT 683 , PT 691 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 12-week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 6 credits
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PT 693 - Clinical Experience I-8
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, good academic standing in the DPT program, PT 638 , PT 640 , PT 640L , PT 643 , PT 643L , PT 651 , PT 670 , PT 683 , PT 691 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 8 week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice. Students who complete PT 693 will not be eligible to take PT 794 . P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 712 - Pharmacology
Prerequisites, PT 789 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . This course will familiarize the physical therapy student with basic and applied clinical pharmacology. Class content includes the effects of pharmacotherapy on the health and well being of patients and clinical incorporation of pharmacological data into treatment selection and delivery. Students will gain familiarity with prescription and over-the-counter medication brand and generic names, indications, contraindications, dosage schedules, and potential effects and side effects of significance to physical therapy treatment. (Offered as needed.) 2½ credits
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PT 730 - Physical Therapy Ethics for Practitioners
Prerequisite, PT 701, or consent of instructor. This course is an overview of basic ethical principles including, but not limited to, autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, veracity, and justice as well as an examination of the feminists’ approach to medical ethics. In addition, models of health care delivery are examined and evaluated for compliance with basic principles of fair resource allocation. Dilemmas frequently encountered in physical therapy in both clinical and research settings are integrated into the course content. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 731 - Professional Leadership and Development
Prerequisite, PT 701, or consent of instructor. This course addresses current and future professional, legal, and ethical issues related to physical therapy practice, education, and research and prepared students for leadership roles as change agents in the profession. Students examine evolving roles for the profession as affected by such factors as changing societal demands, trends in health care, government regulations, and the expanding body of knowledge. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 738 - Advanced Patient/Client Management and Therapeutic Exercise
Prerequisites, PT 793 , or PT 794 , and physical therapy major. In this lecture and lab course, the anatomical/physiological bases for patient/client practice management are combined with the available evidence for managing patients with multiple diagnoses and complex pathologies/impairments. Students consider cultural, psychological, and administrative aspects of patient care including supervision of students and physical therapist assistants. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 740 - Advanced Clinical Internship
Prerequisite, PT 722 , or consent of instructor. Student to develop and practice clinical decision making by utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) in the workplace, promoting EBP to the community, and demonstrating application of program content to the clinical setting. Student and faculty to identify specific areas of program content which are to be emphasized in clinical setting. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 2-6 credits
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PT 742 - Geriatric Practice Management
Prerequisites PT 510 , PT 510L , PT 522 , PT 522L , PT 523 , PT 523L , PT 530 , PT 531 , PT 525 , PT 525L , PT 526 , PT 527 , PT 640 , PT 640L , PT 641 , PT 643 , PT 643L , PT 646 , PT 789 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . Students are expected to have a working knowledge of prerequisite course material in order to build on these concepts and integrate them into physical therapy management of the geriatric client. This lecture and laboratory course investigates the normal aging process, common geriatric pathologies, functional and balance assessments, quality of life culture, ageism, and wellness and health promotion issues as they apply to the elderly population. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PT 748 - Wellness and Complementary Medicine
Prerequisites, PT 638 , PT 640 , PT 643 , PT 646 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . Corequisite, PT 742 . This course prepares physical therapy students to incorporate their knowledge about nutrition, wellness, and alternative approaches to health care into the delivery of excellent patient care. Students will integrate information related to diet, nutrition, and wellness behavior from courses in applied human physiology and cardiopulmonary practice management into comprehensive physical therapy treatment plans for patients in all likely settings. In addition, students will become familiar with commonly encountered treatment approaches that fall under the umbrella of alternative or complementary medicine. The emphasis of this portion of the course is the scientific evidence related to these approaches. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 752 - Scientific Inquiry III
Prerequisites, PT 650A , PT 650B , PT 651 , PT 689 , and PT 692 or PT 693 . A guided/supervised research experience, which will focus on a variety of clinically applicable research designs including, but not limited to true experimental, quasi experimental research, single study designs, case reports, and systematic reviews. Current journal articles and texts will be used in the course to develop clinical research in physical therapy. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 753 - Scientific Inquiry IV
Prerequisites, PT 650, PT 651 , PT 752 , PT 789 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . Another semester of guided/supervised research experience, which will focus on a variety of clinically applicable research designs including, but not limited to true experimental, quasi experimental research, single study designs, case reports, and systematic reviews. Current journal articles and texts will be used in the course to develop clinical research in physical therapy. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 758 - Elective in Physical Therapy
Prerequisites, PT 793 , or PT 794 , and PT 789 , physical therapy major. Corequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 771 , PT 782 . In this course, students work with faculty mentors to explore areas of special interest in physical therapy. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 762 - Directed Research III
Prerequisites, PT 650, PT 660 , PT 661 , consent of instructor. This course is the third in a four-semester series of courses designed to guide students through an independent faculty-sponsored research project. In this course, students continue to work on their research project as they update their review of the literature and methods and collect data. (Offered as needed.) 1 credit
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PT 770 - Leadership, Administration, Management and Policy (active summer 2020)
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 789 and PT 793 or PT 794 . This eighth-trimester course develops the student skills in management science including organizational structures, human resources, financial management, regulatory compliance, billing requirements, risk management, marketing, and quality management applied to physical therapy practice. A study of major healthcare legislation will be covered along with mechanisms for advocacy for meeting the healthcare needs of society. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 771 - Responsible Leadership and Administration
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 789 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . This course is a study of the theoretical and historical aspects of management applied to physical therapy services. During the course the student will gain an understanding of basic management science including organizational structures, regulatory compliance, billing requirements and quality management. A study of major healthcare legislation will be covered along with mechanisms for advocacy for meeting the healthcare needs of society (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 782 - Applied Administration
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 789 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . This course is the study of financial, legal, human resources management of efficient delivery of physical therapy services. Marketing and public relations along with aspects of risk management and reporting requirements essential to the safe operations of physical therapy services will be covered. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PT 789 - Service Learning
This course is a continuation of an educational opportunity in which students learn about social responsibility, advocacy, and the importance of life-long civic engagement, through active participation in purposeful volunteer community service. Emphasis on developing the role and responsibility of the physical therapist within a given community through advocacy for the health and wellness needs of society, and participation and leadership in community organizations and volunteer service. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) ½-2½ credits
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PT 790 - Special Topics in Physical Therapy
Prerequisites, physical therapy, or transitional physical therapy major, and consent of instructor. Advanced supervised group study or research on a special topic. Examples of topics include innovative practice areas (such as sports, women’s health, oncology, alternative practice), emerging delivery areas (such as direct access, underserved populations, fee for service), education, administrative, or research. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½-3 credits
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PT 793 - Clinical Experience II-12
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 610 , PT 641 , PT 646 , PT 647 , PT 647L , PT 665 , PT 671 , PT 752 and PT 692 or PT 693 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 12-week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 6 credits
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PT 794 - Clinical Experience II-8
Prerequisites, physical therapy major, PT 610 , PT 641 , PT 646 , PT 647 , PT 647L , PT 665 , PT 671 , PT 692 , PT 752 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 8 week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice. Students who take PT 693 are not eligible to take PT 794. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 795 - Clinical Experience III
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 , and P grade on PT 793 , or PT 794 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 16- week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 8 credits
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PT 796 - International Clinical Experience
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 , PT 793 . Corequisite, PT 796A . A specialized international internship on a contractual basis designed to allow students to pursue an area of physical therapy practice in a foreign country. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 796A - Clinical Experience IIIA
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . Corequisite, enroll in the clinical experience option selected for degree. Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 8 week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice in a different facility from the experience in PT 796B . P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 796B - Clinical Experience IIIB
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 . Students are in a supervised clinical education experience in the community. This 8-week experience allows students to develop skills in patient care and management that are necessary for entry-level clinical competence for physical therapy practice in a different facility from the experience in PT 796A . P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 796C - Clinical Experience IIIC
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 , PT 793 . Corequisite, PT 796A . A specialized internship on a contractual basis designed to allow the student to pursue an area of physical therapy practice in great depth. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 796I - International Clinical Experience
Prerequisites, PT 712 , PT 742 , PT 748 , PT 753 , PT 758 , PT 771 , PT 782 , and PT 793 or PT 794 . Corequisite, PT 796A . A specialized international internship on a contractual basis designed to allow students to pursue an area of physical therapy practice in a foreign country. P/NP. (Offered as needed.) 4 credits
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PT 799 - Research or Individual Study in Physical Therapy
Prerequisite, enrolled in the professional or post-professional DPT curriculum, consent of advisor. Advanced supervised individual study or research on a special topic, problem or current professional issue. May be repeated for credit. (Offered as needed.) ½-3 credits
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PTT 702 - Principles of Evidence Based Practice
Prerequisite, admission to the transitional DPT program. This course needs to be taken by all TDPT students. Students will focus on developing the skills needed for search, access, retrieve, synthesize, and critique the published literature and other selected media. Another focus of the course will be on integrating scientific literature into patient care within physical therapy practice. Current journal articles, texts, and online resources will be used in the course to develop clinical decision making skills based on available evidence. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 703 - Scientific Inquiry in Physical Therapy
Prerequisite, admission to the transitional DPT program (bachelor degree entry only). This course will be taken by TDPT students whose highest degree is the BS in PT. It focuses on developing the skills needed to understand and reproduce the scientific inquiry process utilizing human subjects and patient/clients or post-hoc documentation. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 710 - Diagnostic Imaging
Prerequisites, transitional DPT program, Physical Therapy licensure in the United States. This course will familiarize the DPT student with clinical interpretation of orthopedic imaging including plain film x-ray, magnetic resonance and computerized tomography films. Selection protocols will be discussed to acquaint the student with advantages and disadvantages of each method and what type of information each technique best presents. This course will focus on the clinical interpretation and integration of imaging data into rehabilitation regimen design, outcome assessment and communication with other medical professionals. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 711 - Applied Pharmacology
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program. This course provides the foundational understanding of pharmacology for physical therapists to provide optimal patient management to patients who are taking prescription and non-prescription medications. The general principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are presented as well as the mechanism of action of common groups of medications that influence the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and integumentary systems. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 720 - Medical Systems Screening
Prerequisites, PTT 725 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is designed to prepare the transitional DPT student to complete screening examinations for clients/patients through the lifespan. The screening goal is to determine the need for prevention services, further examination by a physical therapist, or referral to another practitioner. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 721 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Orthopedics
Prerequisites, PTT 711 , PTT 720 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with musculoskeletal complaints. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 722 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Neurological
Prerequisites, PTT 711 , PTT 720 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with neurological insults. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 723 - Advanced Practice Management and Differential Diagnosis: Cardiopulmonary
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course focusing on developing effective patient/client management skills for patients with cardiopulmonary findings. The students evaluate evidence and new concepts through readings, online lectures, and discussions, including the clinical reasoning for applying concepts to the plan of care, interventions and outcomes. Laboratory skills for patient tests, measures, and intervention are covered in the onsite component. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 725 - Pathological Basis of Disease in Physical Therapy Practice
Prerequisite, transitional DPT program. This course will examine human pathology. Specific areas for this course include an introduction to the general response to injury, wound healing and healing complications, pain mechanisms, immunity and autoimmune disorders. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and seminar course with most of the information covered online. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits
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PTT 742 - Geriatric and Integumentary Management and DDx
Prerequisites, admission to the transitional DPT program, PTT 702 , PTT 720 , PTT 725 . This online/onsite hybrid course combines online lecture and onsite laboratory material to investigate the normal aging process, common pathologies, functional assessments, quality of life issues, culture, ageism, and emergency care of the elderly population. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 747 - Pediatric Practice Management and Differential DX
Prerequisites, admission to the transitional DPT program, PTT 702 , PTT 720 , PTT 725 . This online/onsite hybrid course combines online lecture and onsite laboratory material for management of pediatric patient/clients in all practice settings. Patient examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, intervention, and assessment will be discussed in relation to commonly encountered pediatric diagnoses. Environmental, cultural, legislative, and legal issues that affect the delivery of care are explored. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 748 - Wellness and Complementary Medicine
Prerequisites, PT 711 , PT 720 , PT 723 , transitional DPT program, or consent of instructor. This course is an online/onsite hybrid lecture and laboratory course which prepares post professional physical therapy students to incorporate knowledge of nutrition, wellness, and alternative health care approaches into the delivery of excellent patient care. Students will integrate information related to diet, nutrition, and wellness behavior into comprehensive physical therapy and wellness plans for patients in all likely settings. In addition, students will become familiar with commonly encountered “alternative” or “complementary” medicine approaches emphasizing scientific evidence. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 775 - Ethics and Professionalism in Physical Therapy
Prerequisites, transitional DPT major. This elective course is an online overview of basic ethical principles including, but not limited to, autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, veracity, and justice. In addition, core values and resultant professional behavior for the DPT are defined. Dilemmas frequently encountered in physical therapy in both clinical and research settings are integrated into the course content. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PTT 782 - Business Administration in Physical Therapy
Prerequisite, transitional DPT major, or consent of instructor. This elective course addresses current and future issues related to the administration of physical therapy practices and prepares students for leadership roles. Students examine the business requirements and management issues and apply them to 1 or more practice settings. (Offered as needed.) 2 credits
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PAS 500 - Principles of Medical Science
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. This course is designed to provide the core foundation for physiology and evaluation of disease. Coursework will give an organ-based overview of human physiology with clinical applications. The course will serve as an introduction to understanding disease epidemiology and etiology, and provide an introduction to basic laboratory and diagnostic studies. (Offered spring semester.) 4 credits
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PAS 501 - History and Physical Diagnosis
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 501L . This course will prepare students for their clinical role in patient-centered care. It will introduce the fundamental physical examination techniques, documentation requirements, and communication skills necessary to conduct age-appropriate, culturally sensitive histories and physicals on a variety of patients across the life span. This is a lecture course taken concurrently with the lab course, and will incorporate textbooks readings, lectures, videos, small group demonstrations, and hands-on practice sessions. Students will practice history-taking and non-sensitive physical examination techniques on each other. This course will emphasize normal history and physical exam findings and prepare students for the problem-focused exams they will learn and practice in the clinical medicine modules. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits
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PAS 501L - History and Physical Diagnosis Lab
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 501 . This course will prepare students for their clinical role in patient-centered care. It will introduce the fundamental physical examination techniques, documentation requirements, and communication skills necessary to conduct age-appropriate, culturally sensitive histories and physicals on a variety of patients across the life span. This is a dedicated lab course to provide hands-on practice sessions to reinforce, master, and assess techniques introduced in PAS 501 lecture. Students will practice history-taking and non-sensitive physical examination techniques on each other. This course will emphasize normal history and physical exam findings and prepare students for the problem-focused exams they will learn and practice in the clinical medicine modules. (Offered spring semester.) 1 credit
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PAS 502 - Human Anatomy
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 502L . This is a one semester course with a focus on the study of functional and applied human anatomy to clinical practice. Clinical and surgical correlations are made from a diagnostic, as well as, an operative point of view when applicable. Clinically relevant cases are used for lecture and lab-based instruction utilizing textbooks, atlases, models, and computer-based programs. (Offered spring semester.) 4 credits
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PAS 502L - Human Anatomy Lab
Prerequisite, physician assistant studies major. Corequisite, PAS 502 . This is a one semester course with a focus on the study of functional and applied human anatomy to clinical practice. Each topic will utilize lab experiences to include prosected human cadaver specimens, clinically relevant cases, models and the anatomy dry lab. Clinical and surgical correlations are made from a diagnostic, as well as, an operative point of view when applicable. This class is lab-based and utilizes instruction with textbooks, atlases, and computer-based program in addition to the resources above. (Offered spring semester.) 1 credit
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