Jun 16, 2024  
2010-2011 Graduate Catalog 
    
2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Pharmacology

  
  
  • PHAR 7990 - Readings and Research

    (1-3 credits)
    Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U). (every semester)


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Philosophy and Humanities

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Physical Therapy

  
  
  
  • PHYT 6103 - Biomechanics

    (3 credits)
    This course is an introduction to the study of biomechanics as it relates to the clinical practice of physical therapy. Emphasis will be on mathematical clinical problem solving as it relates to forces and motions acting within or on the human body statically or dynamically; biomechanics of solids and musculoskeletal tissues; biomechanics of joint complexes of the human body; and, an introduction to the application of biomechanical scientific principles in the evaluation of the musculoskeletal system. (spring)


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  • PHYT 6213 - PT Basic Skills III

    (4 credits)
    Documentation and patient care skills are presented; skills include transfer techniques, wheelchair management, teaching the use of assistive gait devices, and how to monitor vital signs. In addition, a general overview of exercise prescription, exercise techniques, and clinical outcome measurements associated with therapeutic exercise will be presented. Students will study and practice general rules of good body mechanics, patient handling, and safety for patients and therapists. An overview of some methods for kinematic and kinetic gait analyses will be presented. The terminology used to describe normal gait and the variables assessed in a gait analysis will provide the basis for observational gait analysis. An introduction to pathological gait patterns as well as normal changes that occur in ambulation over the life span will also be presented. (summer)


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  • PHYT 6221 - Musculoskeletal I: Upper Quarter (Cervical Spine, TMJ, and Upper Extremities)

    (4 credits)
    This course is an introduction to physical therapy evaluation and treatment management of common neuromusculoskeletal disorders of the cervical spine, stomatogastric system (especially temporomandibular joint), and the upper extremities (shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand). It also includes an introduction to differential diagnosis for neuromusculoskeletal disorders, for common orthopaedic clinical tests, fracture management, manual therapy, imaging and radiological evaluation of the upper quarter, and rehabilitation of common surgical repairs of the upper quarter. (summer)


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  • PHYT 6271 - Clinical Practicum I

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous coursework in the PHYT curriculum. This is the first in a series of courses designed to allow students to implement and refine the clinical skills learned in the classroom in a patient care setting. Each student will be assigned to a clinical setting and work under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. By completing all of the clinical practicum objectives, the student will meet each of the PHYT Program Goals. (summer)


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  • PHYT 6304 - Neuroscience

    (6 credits)
    This course is designed to transmit the fundamental facts and concepts underlying current knowledge of the nervous system as this knowledge applies to general clinical training in medicine and physical therapy and on the principle that the best understanding of the nervous system is obtained when the morphological, physiological, and behavioral aspects of the neurosciences are presented conjointly. Clinical examples and correlations are used to provide a context for perceiving and recognizing normal neural structure/function and to illustrate how knowledge of the basic neurobiological principles underlie an understanding of neural and behavioral dysfunction. (fall)


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  • PHYT 6322 - Musculoskeletal II: Lower quarter (thoracic, lumbar, pelvis/ sacral spine, and lower extremities)

    (4 credits)
    This course is an introduction to physical therapy evaluation and treatment management of common neuromusculoskeletal disorders of the thoracic, lumbar, pelvis/sacral spine, and the lower extremities (hip, knee, ankle, and foot). It also includes an introduction to differential diagnosis for neuromusculoskeletal disorders, for common orthopaedic clinical tests, fracture management, manual therapy, imaging and radiological evaluation of the lower quarter and rehabilitation of common surgical repairs of the lower quarter. (fall)


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  • PHYT 6331 - Neurotherapeutic Principles I

    (4 credits)
    This course includes an application of basic anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system to evaluation and treatment techniques for the neurologically involved patient. Emphasis is placed on critical analysis of the neurological assessment procedures and principles of therapeutic management as they relate to neurophysiological and developmental learning principles. The course is designed to present to the student the etiology, incidence, signs and symptoms, motor impairment, physical disabilities, prognosis, and medical and surgical management of common disorders such as the following: stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, demyelinating diseases, neuropathies and injuries of peripheral nerves, neuromuscular diseases, inherited disorders, and infections of the nervous system. This course will provide the student with the didactic and clinical applications of evaluative measures, therapeutic interventions, and treatment rationale for these select neurological conditions. (fall)


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  • PHYT 6432 - Neurotherapeutics II-Pediatrics

    (3 credits)
    Introduction to the physical therapy management of children with diseases and dysfunction of the neuromusculoskeletal system. Students will learn through lecture and laboratory experiences how to implement specific evaluation and treatment techniques for these conditions including, but not limited to, the management of cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, common pediatric orthopedic problems and mental retardation. Normal and abnormal growth and development will also be presented. Students will also be exposed to the various federal regulations that impact the delivery of physical therapy services to the pediatric population. (spring)


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  • PHYT 6433 - Neurotherapeutics III-Geriatrics

    (2 credits)
    This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to build upon and integrate previous coursework in physical therapy evaluation and treatment planning of the geriatric client. Emphasis is placed on the musculoskeletal, neurologic, cardiopulmonary, and psychosocial factors involved in the normal aging process. Students will then modify, practice and demonstrate various treatment approaches to select medical problems frequently encountered in the geriatric population. (spring)


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  • PHYT 6452 - Clinical Correlates Seminar I

    (1 credit)
    This is the first of two courses in which students begin to integrate concepts drawn from previous coursework with developing clinical knowledge and practical experience. Case studies will be presented to the class and faculty for discussion to facilitate transition to professional practice. The emphasis of the first course is presenting accurate and objective patient case study information and one (1) objective evidence-based assessment or intervention. (spring)


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  • PHYT 6541 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

    (2 credits)
    Lecture and laboratory course which emphasizes the physical therapy management of patients with disease and dysfunction of the cardiac and pulmonary systems. Students learn how to implement specific evaluation and treatment techniques for cardiopulmonary conditions; including low level stress testing and EKG interpretation. The course includes a review of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems as the foundation for understanding the pathophysiology of the conditions studied. (summer)


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  • PHYT 6554 - Clinical Correlates II

    (1 credit)
    This is the second of two (2) courses in which students begin to integrate concepts drawn from previous coursework with developing clinical knowledge and practical experience. Case studies will be presented to the class and faculty for discussion to facilitate transition to professional practice. The emphasis of the second course is evidencebased assessments or interventions for a specific patient case study and the outcomes. (summer)


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  • PHYT 6681 - Administration & Management in PT

    (2 credits)
    This is an introductory course to the principles of administration/management as they relate to the practice/business of physical therapy. Topics will include, but not be limited to: physical therapy in the changing health care system and changing organizational structures, fiscal management, human resources management, reimbursement for service issues, information management technologies, operations management, strategic planning, services and facilities planning, risk management, marketing and public relations, consultation issues, contracts, continuing quality improvement, time management, and management communications relative to physical therapy. (fall)


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  • PHYT 7807 - Imaging Studies for Physical Therapy

    (2 credits)
    This course is an in-depth overview of imaging studies introduced earlier in the physical therapy curriculum. The student will study various imaging technologies such as computerized tomography (CT) scans, medical resonance imaging (MRI), myelograms, and nuclear medicine with a emphasis on plain film radiography. These studies will be related to the cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and reproductive systems with an emphasis on the neuromusculoskeletal system. In turn, these studies will be related to the role of the physical therapist on the health care team and the making of a physical therapy diagnosis. The student will also discuss the advantages and limitations of requesting and using imaging as part of the physical therapy screening and evaluation process. (summer)


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  • PHYT 7855 - Lifespan Development for Physical Therapy

    (3 credits)
    This course involves a comprehensive examination of physical, emotional, cognitive, and socio-cultural aspects of development from the prenatal period throughout the lifespan. Emphasis will be on the ‘total person’ as students examine the interdependency of these areas during development. Theoretical, methodological, and empirical issues will be emphasized as students explore stages and transitions in sensory-motor, cognitive, emotional, and social development throughout infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood, late adulthood, and the end of life. (summer)


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  • PHYT 7857 - Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapy

    (2 credits)
    This course is designed to guide students through a systematic and comprehensive clinical decision-making process by assisting them in gathering the historical, physical, psychosocial, and laboratory information necessary to make a differential diagnosis. As an across-the-lifespan illness-focused clinical decisionmaking course, students are expected to identify signs and symptoms of systemic disease that may be masquerading as musculoskeletal dysfunction. Students will learn to recognize reported and unreported symptoms or medical conditions that can have a serious impact on the health of an individual and that require immediate referral. Emphasis is on critical thinking in the clinical setting and the identification of ‘red flags’ that highlight critical information needed to safely manage the client. (summer)


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  • PHYT 7976 - Internship III

    (6-15 credits)
    This course will allow the student to develop and refine skills in a specialty area. The student will be assigned to a clinical, administrative, research, or teaching setting that specializes in the student’s area of interest. The student will be supervised by a professional with documented credentials in the particular specialty area. If the student is in a clinical setting, supervision by a licensed physical therapist will be required. Total maximal contact time: 600 hours. (spring)


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Physics

  
  • PHYS 5007 - Computational Physics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisites: PHYS 2110- 2120 or MATH 3200. This course is designed to cover techniques used in numerically modeling physical systems and reduction of scientific data. Topics include data fitting; error analysis; numerical differentiation and integration; techniques to numerically solve systems of linear equations, ODEs, and PDEs; numerical solution to trajectory and orbit problems; and numerical Fourier analysis. Prior computer programming experience is desirable, but not mandatory.


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Physiology

  
  
  
  
  • PHSI 5300 - Intracellular Signaling

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisites: PHSI 5000  or consent of the instructor. This course covers selected topics of current interest in the problems of signal processing by mammalian cells. Topics will include cAMP, protein kinase C, G proteins, calcium, protoonocogenes, and channel activation with respect to various cell functions. Emphasis will be placed on review of the current literature and methodology. Objectives will be to achieve detailed understanding of integrative function and signal processing at the cellular level. Offered alternate years. (alternate years)


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  • PHSI 5900 - Special Problems

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisites: Medical Physiology 5500. This course will provide the student with a critical appraisal of current and classical experimental approaches to the various fields of physiologic interest. Students will be introduced to review literature in the field and will be stimulated to a critical examination of the investigative literature. The course will be conducted as a series of seminars with presentations by faculty, students, and selected investigators. In some areas of inquiry, laboratory exercises will be provided. The fields of interest will cycle over a period of about three years. The current subject matter will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Areas of interest will include: cell biology; cardiovascular, endocrine, pulmonary, and renal physiology; microcirculation and exercise physiology; neurophysiology. This course may be taken repeatedly for credit. Three hours lecture and demonstration per week. (variable)


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  • PHSI 5990 - Readings and Research

    (1-3 credits)
    Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U).


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  • PHSI 6300 - Intracellular Signaling

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisites: PHSI 5000  or consent of the instructor. This course covers selected topics of current interest in the problems of signal processing by mammalian cells. Topics will include cAMP, protein kinase C, G proteins, calcium, protoonocogenes, and channel activation with respect to various cell functions. Emphasis will be placed on review of the current literature and methodology. Objectives will be to achieve detailed understanding of integrative function and signal processing at the cellular level. Offered alternate years. (alternate years)


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  • PHSI 6900 - Special Problems

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisites: Medical Physiology 5500. This course will provide the student with a critical appraisal of current and classical experimental approaches to the various fields of physiologic interest. Students will be introduced to review literature in the field and will be stimulated to a critical examination of the investigative literature. The course will be conducted as a series of seminars with presentations by faculty, students, and selected investigators. In some areas of inquiry, laboratory exercises will be provided. The fields of interest will cycle over a period of about three years. The current subject matter will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Areas of interest will include: cell biology; cardiovascular, endocrine, pulmonary, and renal physiology; microcirculation and exercise physiology; neurophysiology. This course may be taken repeatedly for credit. Three hours lecture and demonstration per week. (variable)


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  • PHSI 7990 - Readings and Research

    (1-3 credits)
    Students who are not enrolled in other coursework but require the use of university facilities and/or faculty guidance for studies, research, or preparation of a prospectus MUST enroll for Readings and Research. Variable credits (1-3) of Readings and Research may also be used, as approved by student’s advisory committee in conjunction with other coursework, to document such activities as development of research and scholarly skills that would not be appropriately covered by other types of independent study. Readings and Research credits do not count toward degree requirements. Grading of Readings and Research will be either satisfactory completion (S), satisfactory progress (SP), or unsatisfactory (U).


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Professional Studies

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • PRST 5700 - Conflict Management and Negotiation

    (3 credits)
    Conflict Management and Negotiation presents negotiation theory - strategies and styles - within an employment context. A different topic will be presented each week. In addition to the theory and exercises presented in class, students practice negotiating with role-playing simulations in threaded discussions and chat. Students also learn how to negotiate in difficult situations, which include abrasiveness, racism, sexism, whistle blowing, and emergencies. The course covers conflict management from two perspectives. From a first party perspective you will be directly engaged. As a third party, you will develop and enhance your skills in helping others deal directly with their conflicts, mediation, investigation, arbitration, and helping the system change as a result of a dispute.


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  • PRST 5800 - Organizational Skills and Development

    (3 credits)
    Analysis of theory, practice, and skills involved in leading organizational change, including: aligning change with the organizational strategy, understanding changes as a part of a system, understanding the dynamics of and managing resistance to change, creating a vision to inspire others to become a part of the change process, the use of goal setting, feedback and incentives to promote change, and aligning individual’s roles to support change. The course will blend learning from the texts and skill building.


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  • PRST 5998 - Professional Project

    (3 credits)
    The Professional Project is the last requirement for the Master of Professional Studies degree, serving as the integrative culmination of the program of study. It should be a substantial piece of independent research or a significant professional project that is logically consistent with the theme and content of the program of study. Student’s work should demonstrate familiarity with and understanding of a body of professional literature related to a specific topic. The Project should grow out of the program of study and should demonstrate the student’s ability to use the knowledge gained from this program of study.


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Psychology

  
  
  • PSYC 5018 - Topical Seminar in History and Systems

    (1 credit)
    Prerequisites: Undergraduate History and Systems from a regionally accredited institution. This course is designed for graduate students who previously completed a History and Systems course during their undergraduate training. The course will include a review of the growth of psychology as a scientific discipline including principal systems, theories, and contemporary development. Prominent figures in the field and seminal figures in the development of the field will be covered extensively.


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  • PSYC 5040 - Rural Health Research and Practice

    (3 hours)
    Practical applications of community-based and participatory research methodology and theory relevant to health care services. Interdisciplinary student teams of health related disciplines develop proposals for community health projects and specific plans to assess achievement of objectives. Students learn about interdisciplinary working relationships among health professionals, issues associated with research involving human subjects, data collection methods and instruments, and analyses of health status indicators. An online component on theory and research methodologies is included.


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  • PSYC 5210 - Statistical Methods

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisites: Psychology 2810. This course includes an overview of inferential statistics including topics such as probability, hypotheses testing, population sampling, and analysis of regression and prediction. Both parametric and nonparametric tests are reviewed. Parametric tests include the Z-test, t-test, Sandler A, Analysis of Variance, Analysis of Covariance, and the Newman-Keuls test. Nonparametric tests include the Chi square test, Sign test, Wilcoxon test, Mann-Whitney test, Kruskal-Wallis test, and the Friedman test. Students learn the purpose of these tests and their strengths and limitations. (fall)


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  • PSYC 5220 - Personality and Psychotherapy Models

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisites: Psychology 4100. The purpose of this course is to provide a graduate-level exploration of traditional models of psychotherapy and associated personality theories. Its intent is to consider in some depth specific aspects of normal and abnormal interpersonal adjustment and to provide a basis for the student’s own thinking about how people develop and come to have problems as well as models of psychotherapeutic change. This course is based in reading, discussion, and presentation of course material from textbook and primary sources.


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