May 20, 2024  
2011-2013 Undergradate & Graduate Bulletin 
    
2011-2013 Undergradate & Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

Course Descriptions


 

Occupational Therapy

Following certain course descriptions are the designations: F, Sp, Su. These indicate the terms (fall or spring semesters, or summer sessions) in which the course is typically offered and are intended as an aid to students planning their programs of study.

  
  • OT 312 - Applied Pathophysiology II


    Credits: 5

    Providing a focus in the areas of neurology and orthopedics, this course continues the exploration of the etiology, clinical course, management, and prognosis of congenital and developmental disabilities, acute and chronic disease processes, and traumatic injuries. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the potential effects of such conditions on anatomical structures, physiological processes, and the functional performance of individuals throughout the lifespan, while exploring the effects of health promotion and disability prevention on the individual, family, culture, and society. Developing skills in investigating, formulating, and discussing significant clinical and functional factors of such conditions is emphasized. Prereq: admission to OT Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp.


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  • OT 380 - Professional Evaluation


    Credits: 3

    This course emphasizes: 1) evaluation of the need for occupational therapy intervention; 2) the selection, administration, and interpretation of standardized and non-standardized tests and evaluations; 3) interpretation of evaluation in relation to occupational performance, treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, and age-appropriate theoretical frameworks; 4) reevaluation for effect of occupational therapy intervention and need for continued and/or changed treatment; and 5) the appropriate use of the certified occupational therapy assistant in the screening and evaluation process. Prereq: admission to OT Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp.


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  • OT 462 - Professional Issues


    Credits: 4

    This course provides opportunities to understand the necessity of participating in the promotion of occupational therapy through interaction with other professionals, consumers, third party payers, and the public; to assume individual responsibility for planning professional development in order to maintain a level of practice consistent with accepted standards; and to understand environmental, social, economic, political, demographic, and geographic issues which impact the provision of occupational therapy services in various environments. Emphasis is also placed on the development of leadership abilities to assist in professional development internationally, nationally, and at the state and local levels. Prereq: admission to OT Program and senior standing. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp.


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  • OT 480 - Occupational Therapy Research


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to provide the student opportunities to synthesize the requisite foundation of liberal arts and sciences (including biology, psychology, sociology, English, communications, and ethics) with the professional sequence of occupational therapy coursework. An introduction covers the philosophical underpinnings of inquiry, the importance of research, the traditions of research including process stages and essential components, basic versus applied research, and rigor in research. Next, students utilize discovery learning in various areas of inquiry. This course has been approved for Category D: Synthesis of the University Core Curriculum. Prereq: admission to OT Program and senior standing. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): Sp.


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  • OT 581 - Occupational Therapy Research Fundamentals I


    Credits: 3

    Students in this course first complete an introductory unit that covers the philosophical underpinnings of inquiry, the importance of research, the two traditions of research including process stages and essential components, basic versus applied research, and rigor in research. Students then utilize discovery learning (a) to develop foundations for evidence based clinical reasoning: descriptive and nonparametric inferential statistics, critical reading and analysis of research papers, and information dissemination in various scholarly formats and (b) to apply three inquiry strategies: basis single system, quantitative focus groups, and survey research.


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  • OT 582 - Occupational Therapy Research Fundamentals II


    Credits: 3

    In this course students utilize discovery learning (a) to build on foundations of evidence-based clinical reasoning: advanced quantitative analysis with an emphasis on parametric inferential statistics, critical reading and analysis of research papers, and information dissemination in various scholarly formats (b) first complete an introductory unit that covers the philosophical underpinnings of inquiry, the importance of research, the two traditions of research including process stages and essential components, basic versus applied research, and rigor in research. Students then utilize discovery learning (a) to develop foundations for evidence-based clinical reasoning: descriptive and nonparametric inferential statistics, critical reading and analysis of research papers, and information dissemination in various scholarly formats and (b) to apply six inquiry strategies: advanced single system design, case study method, action research, outcome evaluation, qualitative focus group research, and other forms of qualitative research.


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  • OT 671 - Occupational Therapy Leadership


    Credits: 4

    The focus of this course is to develop executive leadership, management skills, and a working understanding of the following topics: organizational mission and vision, strategic planning, personnel management, reimbursement systems, accrediting bodies, basic budgeting concepts, internal and external marketing of OT services and interdisciplinary cooperation. These skills are applied to the delivery of occupational therapy services in a variety of service models including medical, community, and educational systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding social needs of the community in the context of program development and collaborating with other healthcare professionals for the effective delivery of services. Prereq: admission to OT Graduate Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.


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  • OT 692 - Specialized Evaluation Strategies


    Credits: 4

    Providing an advanced study of tests and measurement principles within the centralized role of specialization, this course emphasizes: (a) clinical reasoning aspects; (b) selection, administration, and interpretation of standardized and nonstandardized tests and evaluations; (c) interpretation of evaluation results; (d) documentation within an appropriate practice setting; (e) reevaluation for effect of occupational therapy intervention and need for continued and/or changed treatment; (f) integration of evidence based practice into the evaluation process; and (g) changes in treatment goals that result from various evaluation results. Prereq: admission to OT Graduate Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F.


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  • OT 696 - Professional Fieldwork I


    Credits: 6

    In this Level II fieldwork experience of at least 12 weeks full-time, students synthesize knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences including liberal arts courses (University Core Curriculum) as well as the professional sequence of occupational therapy coursework by delivering occupational therapy services to persons having various levels of occupational performance. For service delivery, students use clinical reasoning, self-reflection, and creativity in their utilization of various occupational therapy theoretical approaches throughout the occupational therapy process. By the end of this internship, the student must function as an entry-level occupational therapist. Fieldwork I must vary from Fieldwork II to reflect a difference in (a) ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services, (b) the setting with regard to chronicity (long-term versus short-term), and (c) facility type (institutional versus community based). Prereq: admission to OT Graduate Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F, Sp, Su.


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  • OT 697 - Professional Fieldwork II


    Credits: 6

    In this Level II fieldwork experience of at least 12 weeks full-time, students synthesize knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences including liberal arts courses (University Core Curriculum) as well as the professional sequence of occupational therapy coursework by delivering occupational therapy services to persons having various levels of occupational performance. For service delivery, students use clinical reasoning, self-reflection, and creativity in their utilization of various occupational therapy theoretical approaches throughout the occupational therapy process. By the end of this internship, the student must function as an entry-level occupational therapist. Fieldwork II must vary from Fieldwork I to reflect a difference in (a) ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services; (b) the setting with regard to chronicity (long-term versus short-term); and (c) facility type (institutional versus community based). Prereq: admission to OT Graduate Program. Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F, Sp, Su.


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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Following certain course descriptions are the designations: F, Sp, Su. These indicate the terms (fall or spring semesters, or summer sessions) in which the course is typically offered and are intended as an aid to students planning their programs of study.

Occupational Therapy (OTA) Program

Program Entry Courses (PEC) allow students to take coursework before actually being admitted to the OTA program. Admission to the OTA program is required for a student to enroll in any of the OTA classes that are not designated as a * PEC class.

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • OTA 397 - Technical Fieldwork A


    Credits: 3

    While working with persons having various levels of psychosocial, sensorimotor, and cognitive performance components, students have opportunities for synthesis, the integration and application of knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences which include general education/liberal arts courses as well as the sequence of occupational therapy coursework. Students will examine the interplay among occupational performance areas, components, and contexts; develop and expand a repertoire of occupational therapy treatment interventions; and employ clinical reasoning and reflective practice skills. Fieldwork A, a Level II internship of at least eight weeks (full-time) in duration, must vary from Fieldwork B to reflect a difference in ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services, in the setting with regard to chronic conditions (long-term versus short-term), and in facility type (institutional versus community-based). Prereq: completion of OTA 297  & OTA 298 . Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F, Sp, Su.


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  • OTA 398 - Technical Fieldwork B


    Credits: 3

    While working with persons having various levels of psychosocial, sensorimotor, and cognitive performance components, students have opportunities for synthesis, the integration and application of knowledge gained throughout their educational experiences which include general education/liberal arts courses as well as the sequence of occupational therapy coursework. Students will examine the interplay among occupational performance areas, components, and contexts, develop and expand a repertoire of occupational therapy treatment interventions, and employ clinical reasoning and reflective practice skills. Fieldwork B, a Level II internship of at least eight weeks (full-time) in duration, must vary from Fieldwork A to reflect a difference in ages across the lifespan of persons requiring occupational therapy services, in the setting with regard to chronicity (long-term versus short-term disability/disease process), and in facility type (institutional versus community-based). Prereq: completion of OTA 397 . Term(s) Offered (F=Fall, Sp=Spring, Su=Summer): F, Sp, Su.


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Physical Education

Following certain course descriptions are the designations: F, Sp, Su. These indicate the semesters fall, spring, summer in which the course is normally offered and are intended as an aid to students planning their programs of study.

Except for PED 191  and PED 186 , one of the courses below may be used to satisfy the one-hour physical activity requirement for the University Core Curriculum.

Students will demonstrate sports skills with an understanding of rules, terminology, strategy, and etiquette necessary for participation in physical activity. The student and his/her advisor will select 100-level activity classes appropriately.

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
 

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