Courses in Physical Therapy

"P" refers to a course prerequisite and "C" to a course that must be taken concurrently.

P511 Professional Practice Issues I (1 cr.) An overview of the profession of physical therapy and the professional education process. Includes the role of physical therapy in contemporary health care delivery, the disablement model, and an introduction to physical therapy practice patterns.

P512 Muscle Physiology (2 cr.) Essential concepts of muscle physiology critical to the scientific development and application of physical therapy interventions; includes energy transfer during exercise, nutritional considerations, exercise and functional capacity evaluation, and body composition.

P513 Functional Anatomy and Clinical Biomechanics (3 cr.) Integration of foundational knowledge of gross anatomy with structure and function of the neuromusculoskeletal system and human motion. Includes the study of the concepts of biomechanics, and joint structure and function as they apply to physical therapy interventions.

P514 Foundations of Research I (2 cr.) Introduction to clinical research methodology and critical interpretation of the professional literature.

P515 Physical Therapy Examination Principles I (2 cr.) First of two courses covering examination and evaluation aspects of physical therapy practice. Emphasis on history and systems review sections of documentation.

P524 Cardiopulmonary Practice Patterns (3 cr.) Provides the essential knowledge base for the development of exercise prescriptions for well populations and for physical therapy interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary pathologies or dysfunction.

P525 Physical Therapy Interventions I (5 cr.) Provides an introduction to therapeutic exercise as a component of physical therapy interventions. Emphasis on instruction in and documentation of activities that improve function.

P526 Physical Therapy Examination Principles II (4 cr.) P: P515. The second of a two-course sequence, this course emphasizes musculoskeletal tests and measurements of strength, motion, stability, and function. Emphasis on proper techniques and documentation.

P530 Clinical Medical Conditions and Pathophysiology (4 cr.) Overview of pathophysiology and medical management for common disorders of the endocrine, immune, neurological, genitourinary, and gastrointestinal systems. Included are fundamental principles of pharmacology and diagnostic imaging as utilized in medical management.

P532 Professional Practice Issues II (2 cr.) Includes essential information related to ethical, legal, and professional practice regulations and standards of care. Interpersonal communication skills for the health care environment are also presented.

P533 Lifespan Motor Development (2 cr.) Overview of human neuromusculoskeletal development across the lifespan.

P534 Introduction to Motor Sciences (2 cr.) Principles and concepts of motor learning and motor control that form the foundation for the development of physical therapy interventions.

P541 Musculoskeletal Practice Patterns I (1 cr.) Physical therapy management of patients with impaired posture, joint mobility, motor function, and muscle performance. Integrates previous course work involving evaluation and interventions.

P599 Clinical Education I (1 cr.) Two-week guided full-time clinical experience. This course will serve as the introduction to the clinical integration of physical therapy knowledge and skills. Students will be assigned to specific sites.

P622 Musculoskeletal Practice Patterns I (4 cr.) Physical therapy management of patients with impaired joint mobility, motor function, and muscle performance associated with spinal dysfunction; connective tissue disorders; trauma; and surgical procedures.

P640 Neuroscience (4 cr.) The development, structure, function, and dysfunction of the human nervous system.

P641 Neuromuscular Practice Patterns I (2 cr.) Physical therapy management of individuals with motor and sensory integration dysfunctions associated with peripheral nerve injuries, polyneuropathies, and spinal cord injury.

P642 Neuromuscular Practice Patterns II (5 cr.) Physical therapy management of individuals throughout the lifespan with supraspinal central nervous system disorders.

P643 Professional Practice Issues III (2 cr.) Social, psychological, and behavioral components of patient-therapist interactions are illustrated, including grief, loss, motivation, social support, and cultural influences amongst diverse patient populations.

P645 Foundations of Research II (2 cr.) The development, approval, and conduct of a pilot study related to patient outcome assessment or other approved area.

P646 Physical Therapy Interventions II (2 cr.) Includes both theory and application of thermal, acoustic, infrared, and electrotherapeutic physical agents utilized in physical therapy interventions.

P650 Integumentary Practice Patterns (2 cr.) The physical therapy management of the integumentary system with special emphasis on physical therapy interventions for burns and various types of wounds.

P660 Selected Topics in Physical Therapy Practice (3 cr.) Introduction to emerging physical therapy practice patterns in such areas as women’s health, prevention, and health promotion.

P664 Professional Practice Issues IV (2 cr.) The administration and management of physical therapy services within the context of multiple types of healthcare systems.

P667 Foundations of Research III (2 cr.) Mentored seminar course for the completion of pilot study data analysis and preparation for presentation of study outcomes.

P675 Professional Practice Issues V (1 cr.) Capstone seminar experience integrating classroom and clinical learning. Presentations mentored by clinical and academic faculty will be required.

P695 Clinical Education II (4 cr.) Full-time clinical experience of seven weeks duration that provides students the opportunity to apply theory and skills in physical therapy interventions with specific patient populations.

P696 Clinical Education III (4 cr.) Full-time clinical experience of seven weeks duration that provides students the opportunity to apply theory and skills in physical therapy interventions with specific patient populations.

P697 Clinical Education IV (4 cr.) Full-time clinical experience of seven weeks duration that provides students the opportunity to apply theory and skills in physical therapy interventions with specific patient populations.