Jun 02, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 
  
  • POL 549 - Politics of the European Union.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    See POL 349  for description.  Not open to students with credit for POL 349 .
  
  • POL 551 - Political and Legal Anthropology.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    See POL 351  for description.  Not open to students with credit for ANT 351 /POL 351 . Also listed as ANT 551 .
  
  • POL 559 - Comparative Revolutions.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    See   for description.  Not open to students with credit for  /INT 359 . Also listed as INT 559 .
  
  • POL 565 - Marxist Political Thought.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    See POL 365  for description.  Not open to students with credit for POL 365 .
  
  • POL 575 - Politics and American Labor.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    See POL 375  for description.  Not open to students with credit for POL 375 .
  
  • POL 596 - Intergovernmental Relations.


    (Formerly 510) Graduate standing. (3).

    Current developments and trends in intergovernmental relations. Legal and political opportunities and constraints affecting administration in state and local governments. Impact of intergovernmental relations on public policy and delivery of services. Also listed as PUB 596 .
  
  • PSY 100 - Principles of Psychology.


    Open to all students. (3) S.

    Introduction to scientific study of behavior and mental processes; major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and research.  Overview of the research process; how psychological questions are generated and studied; research and theory in subfields such as neuroscience, human development, learning, memory, thinking, motivation and individual differences. Open to all students. Graded ABCC-N.
  
  • PSY 200 - General Experimental Psychology.


    PSY 100 . (4) N/NL.

    Laboratory course for non-majors and Psychology minors.  Students will learn to apply the scientific method to address research questions specific to several sub-disciplines of psychology.  Basic overview of experimental designs commonly used in psychology and discussion of ethical considerations in research. Laboratory experience with data measurement, analysis, interpretation, and scientific reporting.
  
  • PSY 219 - Psychology of the Black Experience.


    PSY 100 . (3).

    Experience of Blacks examined from the psychological point of view. Focus on the psychological consequences of being black in the United States; however, world-wide perspective included. Empirical and theoretical views. Also listed as AFA 219 . Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 244 - Psychology of Death.


    PSY 100 . (3) HW.

    Psychological factors, processes and adjustments associated with death and dying, grief and bereavement, suicide, aging, and life-threatening illness.
  
  • PSY 300 - Preparing for Careers in Psychology.


    PSY 100  with a grade of C- (1.7) or better. (3).

    Overview of expectations and career options for the psychology major, designed to assist in the transition from college student to psychology graduate. Emphasis on acquisition of competitive skills for jobs and/or graduate study and ways to “market” the psychology degree for both traditional and non-traditional careers. Graded Pass/Fail.
  
  • PSY 309 - Abnormal Psychology.


    PSY 100 . (3) HW.

    Theory and research in selected areas of abnormal psychology, such as assessment, classification, development and treatment of disorders of thought, mood, behavior and personality. Analysis, integration and application of theoretical models of development and treatment of psychological disorders.
  
  • PSY 310 - Animal Behavior.


    PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Animal behavior studied through the use of comparative and ethological methods. Discussion of species-specific behaviors, ontogeny of behavior, motivation, perceptual processes, learning, social behavior, communication and evolution. Lecture and laboratory. Also listed as BIO 446 . Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 313 - Developmental Psychology.


    (Formerly PSY 237 and 345). PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Theory and research in selected areas of developmental psychology covering social-emotional, cognitive and physical aspects of development across the lifespan.
  
  • PSY 315 - Survey of Social Psychology.


    PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Theory and research in selected areas of social psychology, such as the self, stereotypes, attitudes, conformity, group processes, attraction, aggression, and helping behavior.
  
  • PSY 316 - Biological Psychology.


    PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Theory and research on selected areas of biological psychology such as stress, sexual behaviors, emotion, hunger and sleep. Emphasis on understanding how the brain and nervous system shape the behavior of an organism.
  
  • PSY 317 - Cognitive Psychology.


    PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Theory and research on selected areas of cognitive psychology such as neural basis of cognition, perception, mental imagery, attention, memory, judgement and decision making, inductive and deductive reasoning, skill acquisition, problem solving, intelligence, language comprehension and production, and cognitive development/aging.
  
  • PSY 319 - Principles of Research Design.


    (Formerly 201). PSY 100 ENG 112  or EHS 120  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (4) S.

    Basic research methods used in the behavioral sciences and research ethics.  How researchers generate testable hypotheses, measure variables, choose appropriate research design, conduct studies, analyze data, and report findings.  Lecture/application format.
  
  • PSY 322 - Basic Statistics and Probability.


    (Formerly PSY 301). Recent completion of MTH 111  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, or equivalent competency determined by Mathematics Department placement test. (4) FQ.

    Descriptive and inferential statistics.  Appropriate use and interpretation of statistics in the behavioral sciences, including measures of central tendency and variability, standard scores, t-tests, correlational techniques, ANOVA, chi-square and other nonparametric tests.  Laboratory focus on use of computer software, such as SPSS, to answer research/statistical questions.
  
  • PSY 323 - Advanced Research and Writing in Psychology.


    Grades of C (2.0) or better in PSY 319 PSY 322  and one of the following: PSY 309 , PSY 313 , PSY 315 , PSY 316 , PSY 317 . (4) CAP.

    Emphasis in scientific writing and research design focuses on construction of arguments, APA style, and developing a research proposal.  Activities include conducting coprehensive literatures searches, reading and comprehending published empirical literature, and synthesizing relevant research findings.
  
  • PSY 329 - Advanced Research Topics in Psychology.


    PSY 323  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (4) CAP.

    Advanced seminar and laboratory meeting providing in depth exposure to a specific area of published research leading to the design and implementation of an individual or group research project. May be repeated to a total of eight credits.
  
  • PSY 333 - Psychology of Language.


    (Formerly 362). PSY 100 , a 300-level psychology course; or consent of instructor. (3) S.

    Examination of the role of cognitive processes in comprehension and production of language. Topics may include the role of prior knowledge, word recognition, syntactic analysis, the structure of language, inference, brain and language, language acquisition, language disorders, and computer models of language.
  
  • PSY 335 - Introduction to Cognitive Science.


    PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Interdisciplinary study of what it means to be an intelligent being, examining psychological, neuroscientific, computational, philosophical and linguistic approaches to the mind. Discussion of why the computer has become a rallying point for many researchers studying the mind.
  
  • PSY 336 - Psychology of Personality.


    PSY 100 . (3) S.

    Theory and research in selected areas of personality psychology, including evolutionary, genetic, neurological and environmental influences on personality development as well as psychodynamic, humanistic, trait and cognitive/behavioral approaches to understanding personality.
  
  • PSY 341 - Psychology of Gender.


    (Formerly 363). One of PSY 313 , PSY 315 , PSY 336 . (3).

    Examination of social learning, psychoanalytic, evolutionary and other psychological perspectives on gender, with focus on contemporary U.S. culture.  May include lesbian couples raising boys, media influences on gender identity, and sexism in the workplace. Also listed as WGS 341 .
  
  • PSY 343 - Neuropsychology.


    (Formerly 381). PSY 100 . (3).

    Introduction to psychological theories of brain and behavior relationships. Emphasis on structures and functions, clinical syndromes and disorders.
  
  • PSY 346 - Advanced Topics in Developmental Psychology.


    PSY 100 , PSY 319 ; consent of instructor. Open to PSY 313  students with consent of instructor. (1-3).

    Developmental theory and research on topics chosen by professor and/or students. (Past topics include father’s role in child development, child abuse prevention, socialization of empathy and prosocial behavior.) Students review current scholarly articles and interview at least two individuals at different developmental levels. May be reelected for credit. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 347 - Psychology of Aging.


    PSY 100 ; PSY 309  or PSY 313 ; or consent of instructor. (3).

    Examination of social, emotional and cognitive changes that are part of human aging.  Topics include interpersonal relationships, health issues, and successful adaptation to the environment. Also listed as AGE 347 .
  
  • PSY 350 - Child Psychopathology.


    PSY 100 , PSY 309 PSY 313 . (3) S.

    Examination of theoretical and empirical aspects of assessment, diagnosis and treatment of disorders prevalent in childhood and adolescence, within their developmental and environmental contexts.
  
  • PSY 351 - Techniques of Behavior Change.


    PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Principles of behavior change based upon learning theories. Associative learning techniques and their applications in both clinical and field settings. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 352 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology.


    (Formerly 382). PSY 309 . (3).

    Theory and practice of principles of clinical psychology including the clinical interview, use of diagnostic tests, and techniques of clinical intervention.
  
  • PSY 353 - Introduction to Community Psychology.


    (Formerly 340). PSY 309  or PSY 336 . (3).

    Community psychology concerns the reduction of social problems, enhancement of quality of life, and promotion of social justice through value-driven research and action among individuals, communities, and societies.  Topics may include prevention and promotion, program development and evaluation, psychological conceptualizations of environment and community, community organization, empowerment, and social action.
  
  • PSY 357 - Internship in Community Psychology.


    PSY 309 ; PSY 352  or PSY 353 ; PSY GPA of B (3.0) or better; completed instructor approval form. (3).

    Internship in selected community human services agencies. Interns may assist with assessment, evaluation, consultation, prevention and /or program development activities under the supervision of agency personnel and university faculty. Graded Pass/Fail/Y.
  
  • PSY 358 - Psychological Assessment.


    (Formerly 328). PSY 322 , PSY 336 . (3).

    Introduction to the theory and practice of psychological assessment. Emphasis on intelligence, personality and neuropsychological testing.
  
  • PSY 360 - Internship in Clinical Psychology.


    PSY 309 ; PSY 352  or PSY 353 ; PSY GPA of B (3.0) or better; completed instructor approval form. (3).

    Internship in selected agencies oriented toward human services designed to provide students with practical experience in the field of clinical psychology.  Interns may observe individual or group psychotherapy, engage in case review, or assist with intake evaluation or other assessment, under the supervision of agency personnel and university faculty. Graded Pass/Fail/Y.
  
  • PSY 365 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology.


    (Formerly 334). PSY 100  and a course in research design. (3).

    Introduction to concepts and application of psychology in the workplace as it relates to organizational effectiveness.  Industrial psychology focus on human resource functions such as appraising, selecting and placing workers.  Organizational psychology focus on psychological processes such as employee attitudes, behaviors, emotions, health, motivation and well-being.
  
  • PSY 375 - Health Psychology.


    PSY 309  or PSY 336  or consent of instructor. (3).

    Psychological influence on health, physical disease and disability, the medical environment, diagnosis and treatment, research problems and findings.
  
  • PSY 380 - Physiological Psychology Lab.


    PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Biological basis of psychology. How behavior is affected by the biological activities of the behaving organism, with special focus on the neuroendocrine control of behavior. Lecture and laboratory. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 383 - Laboratory in Social Psychology.


    PSY 315 PSY 322 ; PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better. (4).

    Examination of theories, methodologies, and research findings pertaining to implicit social cognition and nonconscious behavioral processes.  Topics include the “self perceiving”, people and groups, attitudes, conformity, attraction, helping and aggression. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 384 - Thought and Language.


    PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Psychological processes involved in human thought and language.  May include discussion of judgment and decision-making, inductive and deductive reasoning, analogical reasoning, problem solving, creativity, intelligence, and language comprehension and production. Lecture and laboratory. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 386 - Sensation and Perception Lab.


    PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Effect of physical stimulation on experience and behavior; sensation and perception from psychological and neurological perspectives.  May include receptor physiology, sensory and perceptual characteristics of the visual system, object recognition, face perception, spatial perception, attention and awareness. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 387 - Human Memory and Performance.


    (Formerly 306). PSY 319  with a grade of C (2.0) or better, PSY 322 . (4).

    Laboratory approaches to the study of learning and memory. Principles of attention, short and long term memory, skill acquisition, and concept learning. Lecture and laboratory. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 391 - Directed Reading in Psychology.


    Consent of instructor. (1-3).

    Readings, discussion and written reports on topics pre-selected by instructor and student. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 392 - Psychology Seminar.


    At least junior standing and consent of instructor. (3).

    Reading, discussions, oral and written reports on selected topics from current literature in psychology. Topics announced in the course schedule.
  
  • PSY 394 - Individual Research.


    Consent of instructor. (1-5).

    Research study by qualified students under the supervision of the instructor. Problems may involve search of original literature, experimentation, and analysis of results. At least junior standing recommended. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 395 - Cognitive Science Project.


    PSY 319 , PSY 322 , PSY 335 ; a laboratory course in psychology; at least junior standing; or consent of instructor. (1-5).

    Research study in cognitive science by qualified students under supervision of the instructor. Problems may involve search of original literature, computer modeling, experimentation, and analysis of results. May be reelected for credit. Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 396 - Clinical/Community Psychology Seminar.


    Admission to the Clinical/Community Psychology program. (1).

    Seminar of flexible format, for presentation of guest speakers, specialty skills, and related topics of interest. Graded Pass/Fail. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 397 - Clinical/Community Psychology Thesis I.


    PSY 396 . (1).

    Initiation of major, individually supervised project. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 398 - Clinical/Community Psychology Thesis II.


    PSY 397 . (3).

    Completion of major, individually supervised project, to be publicly presented. Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 427 - Personnel Selection and Evaluation.


    PSY 100 ; a course in statistics; consent of instructor. (3).

    Prediction and evaluation of job performance (with emphasis on reliability and validity), job analysis and criteria development, varieties of selection procedures, including aptitude and achievement measures, personality and motivation measures, interviews and application forms. Effects of government regulation and societal values on selection and evaluation. Lecture/seminar. Also listed as HCR 427  and PUB 427 .
  
  • PSY 494 - Off Campus Study Preparation.


    PSY 319 , PSY 322 , HON 155  or HON 355 ; consent of Honors Director and departmental advisor. (1-3).

    Independent study designed for the development of the Honors Program off-campus study proposal carried out in close consultation with both the Department Advisor and the Honors Director. Involves development of the project and/or necessary skills to undertake the off-campus study experience. Grade assigned by the department advisor when the off-campus study proposal is completed to the satisfaction of the department advisor and the Honors Director. May be reelected for a total of 3 credits. Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 495 - Honors Thesis I.


    Consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in psychology. (4).

    Credit and grade for PSY 495 is not given until successful completion of PSY 496 . Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 496 - Honors Thesis II.


    Prior or concurrent election of PSY 495 , consent of Department Chair. Open only to Honors Program students in psychology. (4).

    Graded ABCDE/Y.
  
  • PSY 500 - Growth and Development of Young Children.


    Graduate standing. (3).

    Overview of theory and research in developmental psychology, especially as it applies to the education of young children. Focus on children’s cognitive and social-emotional development, and areas of overlap that are particularly relevant to the school setting (achievement motivation, cooperation and competition). Family relationships and home-school relations included. Offered infrequently.
  
  • PSY 527 - Personnel Selection and Evaluation.


    Graduate standing; PSY 100  and a course in statistics. (3).

    See   for description.  Not open to students with credit for HCR 427 /PSY 427 /PUB 427  . Also listed as HCR 527  and PUB 527 .
  
  • PTP 105 - Health, Well-being and Behavior I: Move More.


    Concurrent election of HCR 115 . (2) HW.

    Interdisciplinary course on health and well-being addresses major issues related to health and disease, physical activity behavior, and exercise.  Students develop action plans to equip citizens to incorporate regular physical activity in their lives in order to encourage successful aging and a healthy weight.
  
  • PTP 201 - Introduction to Physical Therapy.


    (1).

    Designed to give students interested in physical therapy as a career an overview of physical therapy and its relationship to other health professions and to aid them in making appropriate career choices.  Taught as a service course to the University community; not a component of the professional preparation program in physical therapy. Graded Pass/Fail
  
  • PTP 400 - Independent Study.


    Admission to the professional or post-professional program in physical therapy. (1-2).

    Individually negotiated learning experiences appropriate to the interests and background of physical therapy students. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 401 - Independent Study in Physical Therapy.


    Matriculation for bachelor’s degree in allied health disciplines, nursing, education, or psychology. (1-5).

    Individually negotiated learning experiences appropriate to the interests, capacities, and needs of members of other disciplines. By arrangement. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 413 - Physiology of Exercise.


    BIO 111 , BIO 113 BIO 167 , BIO 168 , PHY 143 PHY 145 , CHM 150 CHM 151 CHM 252 , CHM 253 , all with grades of C (2.0) or better (C- (1.7) or better if taken at UM-Flint). (4).

    Physiological basis of physical activity and exercise training effects on various body systems in healthy adults and children. Emphasis on practical applications of theoretical concepts, particularly the role of physical therapy and exercise training in health and fitness.
  
  • PTP 500 - Independent Study for Physical Therapists.


    Graduation from approved school of physical therapy and matriculation toward advanced degree in related fields. (1-5).

    Individually negotiated learning experiences appropriate to background experiences and career objectives of PTs matriculating toward advanced degree in related fields. By arrangement. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 501 - Independent Study in Physical Therapy.


    Open only to students in allied health fields, business, education, psychology or nursing and matriculating for graduate degrees. (1-5).

    Individually negotiated learning experiences appropriate to interests, capacities, and needs of members of other health care professions or related disciplines. By arrangement. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 502 - Independent Research.


    Matriculation towards advanced degree in physical therapy or related field. (1-10).

    Individually negotiated experiences related to the development of new knowledge in the field of physical therapy. By arrangement. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 503 - Independent Study for Physical Therapy Students.


    Admission to the professional or post-professional program in physical therapy. (1-5).

    Individually negotiated learning experiences appropriate to the interests and background of graduate level physical therapy students. May be reelected for credit.
  
  • PTP 510 - Human Anatomy (cadavers).


    Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy, or graduate standing and consent of instructor. (6).

    Detailed study of the gross structure of the human body. Laboratory involves cadaver dissection.  Lecture and laboratory. Not open to students with credit for BIO 434 . Also listed as BIO 534 .
  
  • PTP 511 - Kinesiology and Applied Anatomy.


    Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy. (4).

    Application of gross anatomy and biomechanics to achieve a clinically based understanding of human movement. Emphasis on familiarization with the living human body. Basic principles of normal human movement, and analysis of underlying determinants of the character of that movement.
  
  • PTP 512 - Neuroscience in Physical Therapy.


    PTP 510 , PTP 511 . (2).

    Builds on basic neuroanatomy to examine how the nervous system controls movement and posture.  Includes neuroplasticity, theory and application of motor control and motor learning principles.
  
  • PTP 513 - Physiology and Exercise.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    See PTP 413  for description. Lecture and laboratory.  Not open to students with credit for PTP 413 .
  
  • PTP 521 - Musculoskeletal Diseases and Disorders.


    Admission to the professional program in physical therapy. (2).

    Musculoskeletal medical conditions commonly seen in physical therapy practice with pertinent histology, pathology, etiology, clinical course, prognosis and medical management. Focus on exploration of muscle, bone, nerve, tendon, joint, ligament, and fascial tissue as it relates to musculoskeletal disorders.
  
  • PTP 530 - Introduction to Clinical Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Introduction to the clinical setting and application of fundamental examination techniques.
  
  • PTP 546 - Pharmacology in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Basic principles of pharmacology; drug interventions that impact the musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, neuromuscular, and integumentary systems; pediatric and geriatric concerns. Mechanisms of action, indications for use, side effects, and common examples which have an impact on physical therapy.
  
  • PTP 560 - Research Methods.


    Admission to the professional program in physical therapy. (3).

    Introduction to principles of clinical research methods. Emphasis on database and statistical applications with computerized statistical package SPSS, for clinical research; provides foundation for subsequent clinical inquiry project.
  
  • PTP 564 - Clinical Observation Skills and Communication.


    Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy. (2).

    Orientation to the clinical education program, including patient confidentiality, communication, and common barriers to effective communication.
  
  • PTP 565 - Fundamental Tests and Measures in Examination.


    Admission to the professional program in physical therapy. (5).

    Theoretical basis for measurement, sources of error, and clinical interpretation of tests and measures applied to examination techniques common to all areas of physical therapy practice.
  
  • PTP 567 - Neurologic Diseases and Disorders.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Adult-onset neuromuscular medical conditions commonly seen in physical therapy practice with pertinent histology, embryology, risk factors, pathology/pathophysiology, etiology, clinical course, prognosis, and surgical/medical/pharmacological management. Emphasis on sensory, motor, autonomic, cognitive, and functional considerations.
  
  • PTP 580 - Professionalism and Ethics.


    Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy. (2).

    Introduction to the profession of physical therapy, the developments and trends influencing the profession, and professional practice expectations.
  
  • PTP 581 - Teaching, Learning and Health Education.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Introduction to principles of teaching and learning as applied to professional presentations and individual and group patient health education.
  
  • PTP 585 - Therapeutic Relationships and Cultural Competency.


    Admission to the doctoral program in physical therapy. (2).

    Principles of the therapeutic relationship in terms of somatopsychology; reaction to physical challenges and cultural issues by therapists, patients, family and society.
  
  • PTP 621 - Musculoskeletal Examination in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Examination, evaluation, diagnosis and prognosis of common musculoskeletal diseases, disorders and injuries of the spine and peripheral joints. L/L.
  
  • PTP 622 - Musculoskeletal Plan of Care in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (4).

    Application of physical therapy interventions for individuals with or at risk for adult musculoskeletal diseases, disorders and conditions.
  
  • PTP 623 - Introduction to Musculoskeletal Imaging.


    DPT degree or admission to the post-professional transitional DPT program. (1).

    Introduction to current musculoskeletal imaging with emphasis on radiology.  Demonstration of a system to view radiographs, development of basic terminology utilized by radiologists to assist in communication, utilization of radiographs and other musculoskeletal imaging studies as an adjunct to physical therapy practice.
  
  • PTP 624 - Systems Review and Screening in Clinical Decision Making.


    DPT degree or admission to post-professional transitional DPT program. (2).

    Applied systems review, examination and identification of clinical problems requiring referral and/or collaboration with other practitioners, particularly physicians.  Emphasis on case-based decision making using evidence-based practice and the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice for safe practice in primary care, open referral and direct access settings.  Lecture, laboratory and discussion.
  
  • PTP 625 - Advanced Medical Imaging for Diverse Populations.


    Admission to the post-professional transitional DPT program, PTP 623  or equivalent. (1).

    Medical imaging across practice patterns (neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary) with focus on specific populations, to assist with physical therapy clinical decision making and practice. Online.
  
  • PTP 632 - Clinical Education II.


    (Formerly PTP 532). Admission to the professional or post-professional program in physical therapy. (2).

    Two weeks of full-time supervised clinical experience at designated clinical education sites.  One hour discussion sessions on clinical education topics each week the rest of the semester .
  
  • PTP 640 - Medical/Surgical Conditions in Practice.


    (Formerly 540). Admission to the professional or post-professional program in physical therapy. (1).

    Medical and surgical acute conditions commonly seen by physical therapists in the acute care setting.
  
  • PTP 641 - Medical/Surgical Conditions, Examination, and Plan of Care.


    Admission to entry-level DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Physical therapy management of patients with medical and surgical conditions commonly encountered in acute settings. Lecture, small group activities, demonstration, and some laboratory experiences.
  
  • PTP 644 - Metabolic, Endocrine & Integumentary Diseases and Disorders.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (1).

    Metabolic, endocrine and integument diseases and disorders commonly seen in physical therapy practice, including pertinent histology, embryology, pathology, etiology, comorbidities, aging effects, risk factors, prevention, signs and symptoms, clinical course, and pharmacology.
  
  • PTP 645 - Metabolic, Endocrine & Integument Examination in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Examination, evaluation, diagnosis and prognosis of individuals with or at risk for metabolic, endocrine and integument diseases, disorders and conditions.
  
  • PTP 646 - Metabolic, Endocrine & Integumentary Plan of Care in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Application of physical therapy interventions for individuals with or at risk for metabolic, endocrine and integument diseases, disorders and conditions.
  
  • PTP 647 - Examination and Intervention in Practice for Integument Conditions.


    Admission to the Post-Professional Transitional DPT program. (2).

    Evidence based physical therapy examination (history, including screening, test and measures), evaluation, PT diagnosis and prognosis, plan of care procedural interventions of individuals with or at risk for integument diseases and disorders.
  
  • PTP 650 - Electrotherapeutic and Physical Modalities.


    (Formerly 550). Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (4).

    Foundations of physical agents, mechanical and electrotherapeutic modalities highlighting physiological effects of heat, cold, light, sound, force, water and electricity.
  
  • PTP 660 - Critical Inquiry Project.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Supervised experience in designing and conducting a clinical scholarly project. Includes literature review, proposal development and presentation, and human subjects review (as necessary); initial planning, implementation stages and completion of the project; preparation of a journal manuscript on the project; and oral presentation of the project findings.
  
  • PTP 661 - Literature Analysis in Evidence-Based Practice.


    (Formerly 561). Admission to the professional or post-professional program in physical therapy. (2).

    Information literacy, critical examination of professional literature to facilitate evidence-based practice, and application of principles of scientific writing through development of in-depth systematic literature review.
  
  • PTP 667 - Neuromuscular Examination in Practice.


    (Formerly 566). Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Examination, evaluation, diagnosis and prognosis of common adult systemic, central and selected peripheral neurological conditions, diseases and disorders.
  
  • PTP 668 - Neuromuscular Plan of Care in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Application of physical therapy interventions for adult neurological disorders.
  
  • PTP 670 - Fundamental Procedural Interventions.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (4).

    Theoretical basis for clinical decision making, applying evidence-based practice specific to procedural intervention techniques common to all areas of physical therapy practice. Emphasis on psychomotor skills in these common interventions.
  
  • PTP 671 - Cardiopulmonary Diseases and Disorders.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Cardiopulmonary medical conditions commonly encountered in physical therapy practice with pertinent histology, embryology, pathophysiology, etiology, risk factors and co-morbidities, clinical course and signs and symptoms, prognosis, prevention, medical/pharmacological and surgical management.
  
  • PTP 672 - Cardiopulmonary Examination in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (3).

    Examination, evaluation, diagnosis and prognosis of individuals with or at risk for cardiopulmonary conditions, diseases and disorders.
  
  • PTP 673 - Cardiopulmonary Plan of Care in Practice.


    Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor. (2).

    Application of physical therapy interventions for individuals with or at risk for cardiac and pulmonary conditions, diseases and disorders.
  
  • PTP 674 - Advances in Histology, Anatomy and Kinesiology in Musculoskeletal Diseases & Disorders.


    DPT degree or admission to the post-professional transitional DPT program. (4).

    Advances in histology, pathology, etiology, clinical course, prognosis and medical management of musculoskeletal medical conditions commonly seen in physical therapy practice. Focus on the exploration of muscle, bone, nerve, tendon, joint, ligament and fascial tissue as it relates to musculoskeletal diseases and disorders. Lecture with online activities.
 

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