Health Sciences 2014–2015 University Calendar

9.6.3.3

Joint Courses in Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Programs

POTH 401 Research Methods.

(3) () A lecture and seminar course on the principles of and methods used in clinical and rehabilitation science research.

POTH 434 Musculoskeletal Biomechanics.

(3) Lecture-based course, discussing biomechanical properties of musculoskeletal tissues, mechanical factors involved in injury, and potential for adaptation and recovery. By reviewing fundamental principles of motion, biomechanics of motion is integrated with properties of biological tissues. Students learn how fundamental principles relate to injury, and to scientifically-based clinical evaluations and treatments.

POTH 455 Neurophysiology.

(3) (3 hours/week) A study of the neurophysiological principles of sensori-motor interaction as they relate to posture, motor control and cognition.

POTH 563 Foundations for Professional Practice

(3) (Restrictions: Only open to students in the BSc(RehabSc); Major in Physical Therapy and BSc(RehabSc); Major in Occupational Therapy, students in the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy. Not open to students who have taken OCC1 546 and PHTH 570.) Study and analysis of foundations for professional practice and systems which impact the role of the occupational and physical therapy professional in health service delivery settings. This course includes sections on 1) healthcare environments and systems; 2) management, safety and quality assurance; and 3) professionalism and ethics.

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