PTA 2011 - Kinesiology Lab

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

Students develop competencies in identifying anatomical landmarks and symmetry, joint mechanics and function, posture, an introduction to gait, and neurological control. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to:1. Correctly Identify and palpate all anatomical structures on a human subject required for skills check. 2. Analyze movement patterns during functional activities and determine biomechanical principles and analyze faulty movement patterns with lab partner. 3. Correctly Identify Joint Positions, types of muscle contractions, and the prime movers involved with functional activities on lab partner. 4. Execute corrective techniques for identified faulty gait patterns. 5. Properly communicate during patient interview and appraise results for proper treatment. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Physical Therapist Assistant program. Corequisite: PTA 2010 Kinesiology. FA

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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