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OCCT - 6000 Special Topics in Occupational Therapy (1-5)
This course is designed to explore specific topics in the profession of occupational therapy and related fields. The participant will be offered intensive training and educational experiences pertaining to the chosen topic. Equivalent to OCCT-710.
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OCCT - 6601 Gross Anatomy I (3)
Intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Presents an overview of organ systems and considers the regional anatomy of the body in detail. Emphasizes the trunk, upper extremity, and reproduction systems; stresses the interrelationship of structure with function.
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OCCT - 6602 Gross Anatomy I Laboratory (1)
Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in OCCT-6601 . Corequisite course: OCCT-6601 .
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OCCT - 6611 Gross Anatomy II (3)
Continues the intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Emphasizes the regional anatomy of the pelvis, hip, lower extremity, head, and neck. Prerequisite: take OCCT-6601 .
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OCCT - 6612 Gross Anatomy II Laboratory (1)
Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in OCCT-6611 . Prerequisite: take OCCT-6602 .
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OCCT - 6627 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy (3)
This course is a comprehensive study of the neurosciences, focusing on the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the sensory and motor systems. The structure and function of nervous system cells, nervous system development and plasticity, as well as the organization and function of the brain, brainstem and spinal cord are emphasized. Other topics include the neuromuscular junction, sensory-motor integration through the basal ganglia and cerebellum, ascending and descending pathways in the spinal cord, the anatomy and function of the special senses, and structural context for higher-order functions such as language and cognition. Instructional Method: Offered as a LD Lecture-Discussion during Fall term. Corequisite: OCCT - 6628 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy Laboratory (1) .
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OCCT - 6628 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy Laboratory (1)
This course parallels the topics covered in Neuroscience OCCT6626, with a focus on neuroanatomy. Structural components of the central and peripheral nervous system, including meninges, blood supply, ventricles, surface of the cerebrum, brainstem, cranial nerves, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and sensory and motor pathways will be emphasized. Laboratory studies in this course will include human brain specimen dissection. Instructional Method: Offered Face-to-Face during Fall term. Corequisite: OCCT - 6627 Neuroscience for Occupational Therapy (3) or permission of instructor.
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OCCT - 6705 Professional Formation I - Dynamics of Occupational Therapy (1)
Designed to offer an overview of the occupational therapy profession with an emphasis on the history, philosophy, theoretical perspective, and ethical and practical considerations. Students will begin the professional development process as an occupational therapy practitioner. The American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics will be examined. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain the Process will be defined and applied throughout the course.
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OCCT - 6706 Professional Formation II - OT Process (3)
Demonstrate setting parameters necessary for determining client’s needs and evaluation throughout the occupational therapy process. Emphasis will be on concepts of client-centered care and strategies for therapeutic process and professional socialization. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups and populations with continuation throughout all other courses. Prerequisite course: Take OCCT-6705 and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
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OCCT - 6730 Theories of Occupation (3)
Examines the meaning and history of occupation. Presents a critical overview of concepts, models, and paradigms of the past, present and future effects upon occupational therapy practice. Explores the components of theory and the relationship to clinical thinking in the practice of occupational therapy. Equivalent to OCCT-720.
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OCCT - 7000 Seminar in Occupational Therapy (1-3)
Explores specific topics, issues, assessments/intervention approaches, and new developments in the profession of occupational therapy and related fields. Exposes the student to current and developing models of practice, scientific inquiry, assessments, and interventions in current and innovative practice areas of occupational therapy. Emphasizes the performance skills as they relate to the Occupational Therapy Framework. Equivalent to OCCT-725. Prerequisites: take OCCT-6730 , OCCT-7706 .
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OCCT - 7110 Conditions in OT I (3)
Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions commonly referred for occupational therapy services. This first course (of three) focuses on typical physiology. Pathophysiology of musculoskeletal systems is explored. Course content will address the impact of congenital and acquired conditions across the lifespan on occupational performance. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course. Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6705 and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
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OCCT - 7120 Conditions in OT II (3)
Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions commonly referred for occupational therapy services. This second course (of three) focuses on pathophysiology of neurological, psychological and cognitive diseases and conditions. Course content will address the impact of congenital and acquired conditions across the lifespan on occupational performance. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course. Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-7110 . Prerequisites: OCCT-7110 and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor.
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OCCT - 7130 Conditions in Occupational Therapy Practice III (3)
Explores the etiology and symptoms of conditions that are commonly referred for occupational therapy services. Course content will address the impact of organic and acquired conditions across the lifespan on the domains of
occupational performance. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Third in a three-course sequence. Prerequisites: Take OCCT-7120 ; Admission to MOT Program or Instructor Permission
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OCCT - 7210 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork A (1)
Provides an introductory period of supervised Level I fieldwork during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a behavioral health setting. Equivalent to OCCT-742. Corequisite courses: OCCT-6706 , OCCT-7740 , OCCT-7742
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OCCT - 7220 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork B (1)
Provides an introductory period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a setting that serves infants/children/adolescents. Equivalent to OCCT-802. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7210 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7810 , OCCT-7811 .
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OCCT - 7230 Occupational Therapy Level I Fieldwork C (1)
Provides an introductory period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student observes and participates in the application of the Occupational Therapy Framework: Domain and Process in a setting that serves adults. Equivalent to OCCT-812. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7820 , OCCT-7821 .
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OCCT - 7400 Integrative Seminar In OT (1)
Designed to bring students and faculty together using case study to integrate the work of the semester. This course is a synthesis course that is offered every semester and repeated three times. Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6611 OCCT-6612 and admission to the Master of Occupational Therapy Program or permission of instructor
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OCCT - 7705 Kinesiology Laboratory I (1)
This course is designed to complement Gross Anatomy and Neuropathology by providing hands on experience with the kinesiological and biomechanical principles covered in Kinesiology I. This course includes the practice and application of joint range of motion and manual muscle testing. Equivalent to OCCT-706. Prerequisite: take OCCT-6611 and OCCT-6612 .
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OCCT - 7706 Kinesiology Laboratory II (1)
This course is a continuation of Kinesiology I Laboratory and provides hands on experience with kinesiological and biomechanical principles. Emphasis is placed on movement performed with the pelvis and lower extremities and its application to specific joint, region and/or whole body movement. Human posture and gait patterns are explored. Biomechanical principles and rationale are applied to understand the design, fabrication and use orthotic/prosthetic devices in client intervention. Equivalent to OCCT-716. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7705 and OCCT-7715 . Corequisite course: OCCT-7716
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OCCT - 7707 Professional Formation III Ethics and Policy and Advocacy (2)
Emphasis on health and human service ethics, policy, leadership and advocacy issues within the occupational therapy profession. Examination of the ethical and legal implications confronting the contemporary occupational therapy practitioner. Explore the elements of advocacy with strategies for taking action in influencing public and private policy affecting health and human services. The American Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics will be examined. Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-6706 .
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OCCT - 7715 Kinesiology I: Theory and Application for Occupational Therapy (3)
This course applies principles of biomechanics and kinesiology to understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. Study includes structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and neuromuscular systems, influences on normal and pathological motion and the Impact on occupational performance. Explores specific musculoskeletal regions and how they relate to therapeutic evaluation and treatment techniques employed by occupational therapists. Prerequisite: OCCT-6611 and OCCT-6612 .
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OCCT - 7716 Kinesiology II: Theory and Application for OT (3)
Applied principles of biomechanics and kinesiology to understanding and analysis of movement during occupational performance. Study includes structure and function of the skeletal, muscular and neuromuscular systems, influences on normal and pathological motion and the impact on occupational performance. Explores specific musculoskeletal regions and how they relate to therapeutic evaluation and treatment techniques employed by occupational therapists. This is a continuation of OCCT-7715 . Prerequisite courses: Take OCCT-7705 and OCCT-7715 .
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OCCT - 7730 Environmental Factors Impact on Participation Across the Life Span I (1)
Examines the concepts, theories and models of environmental factors and their influences on occupational performance. Through observations, critical reflection, and critical thinking the student will explore the natural, built, culture, social and economic extrinsic factors that can support or impede the active engagement of individuals, populations and communities in their occupational performance. Considers assessment of the environment, Universal Design and ergonomics. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Prerequisites: OCCT 6730 and admission to the MOT Program or Permission of instructor. Restrictions: Open to MOT students only.
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OCCT - 7732 Environmental Factors Impact on Participation Across the Life Span II (2)
This course is the second of two courses designed to apply the concepts, theories and models on environmental factors and their influences on occupational performance. Through observations, critical reflection, and critical thinking the student will explore the natural, built, culture, social and economic extrinsic factors that can support or impede the active engagement of individuals, populations and communities in their occupational performance. Considers assessment measures of the environment, analysis of findings and implications for advocacy, Universal Design and ergonomics. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be applied throughout the course. Prerequisites: OCCT 7730 and admission to the MOT Program or permission of instructor Restrictions: Open to MOT students only.
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OCCT - 7740 Psychosocial Knowledge (3-4)
This course reviews psychosocial disorders with specific emphasis on occupational therapy domain and process in mental health. It examines how various psychological, social, and behavioral components of psychosocial disorders affect occupational performance. It includes psychosocial aspects of the family, physical illness, and cultural perspectives of mental health. Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of mental health throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-740. Prerequisites: take OCCT-6706 and OCCT-6730 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7742 , OCCT-7210 .
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OCCT - 7742 Psychosocial Knowledge Laboratory (1)
This course is designed to Complement the Psychosocial Knowledge by providing hands on experience with the occupational therapy domain and process in mental health. Will include developing essential skills required of the practitioner for successful application of the occupational therapy process. Equivalent to OCCT-741. Corequisite courses: OCCT-7210 , OCCT-7740 .
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OCCT - 7750 Human Development and Performance I (3)
This course will focus on the study of normal human development from prenatal through adolescence. The physical and motor aspects of development will be stressed as well as psychological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and social interaction components of development. The hierarchy of developmental sequences from infancy to adolescence will be presented in the context of environment, performance and temporal integration. The students will explore the theories of human development and correlate various theoretical premises within the occupational performance areas (play, leisure and work). The course is structured to facilitate class discussion and application. Equivalent to OCCT-760. Prerequisites: take OCCT-6706 , OCCT-6730 , OCCT-6626 .
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OCCT - 7760 Human Development and Performance II (3)
This course will focus on the study of normal human development from early adulthood through senescence and death. The physical and motor aspects of development will be stressed as well as the psychological, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and social interaction components of development. The sequences from early adulthood through senescence and death will be presented in the context of environment, performance and temporal integration. The students will explore the theories of human development and correlate various theoretical premises within the occupational performance areas (play, leisure and work). The course is structured to facilitate class discussion and application. Equivalent to OCCT-770. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7750 , or request instructor permission.
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OCCT - 7780 Models of Health (3)
Reviews definitions of health. Contrasts the concepts of disability, impairment, illness, disease, and dysfunction with the models of health, wellness, prevention, and holism. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups, and population. Equivalent to OCCT-830. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7760 .
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OCCT - 7790 Research Methods for Occupational Therapy (3)
Provides the student with the fundamental research background and tools to design clinical research in occupational therapy. Students will learn how to interpret research, conduct literature searches, and determine methods of research design and data collection. An understanding of research methods and statistical designs used in clinical research will assist the learner in the development of logical thinking, critical analysis, problem-solving, and creativity. Equivalent to OCCT-780. Prerequisites: take OCCT-6730 .
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OCCT - 7810 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention I (3)
This course covers assessment/ intervention for infants and children through adolescence. Identification, etiology, progression and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance are examined. The course covers the assessment process, including needs identification, the use of specific evaluation procedures, and documentation. Specific emphasis is placed on the role of the occupational therapist in various service delivery settings. OT Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of pediatrics throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-800. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7210 and OCCT-7750 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7220 , OCCT-7811 .
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OCCT - 7811 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention Laboratory I (1)
This course is designed to complement Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention I, through hands-on experience and the application of principles covered in OCCT-800. Equivalent to OCCT-801. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7750 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7220 , OCCT-7810 .
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OCCT - 7820 Occupational Therapy Assessment and Intervention II (3)
This course covers assessment/ intervention for young adults through senescence. Topics include identification, etiology, progression and prognosis of congenital, developmental, medical, and psychosocial influences upon occupational performance. The assessment process will include needs identification, the use of specific evaluation procedures, and documentation with a focus on bio-psychological and physical disability approaches. Specific emphasis is placed on the role of the occupational therapist in various service delivery settings. OT Practice Framework: Domain and Process will be defined and applied in the context of adulthood throughout the course. Equivalent to OCCT-810. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 and OCCT-7760 . Corequisite courses: OCCT-7230 , OCCT-7821 .
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OCCT - 7830 Assistive Technology: Methods and Tools (3)
Focuses on light to high technology intervention for independence in activities of daily living, communication, mobility, school/work, home modifications, and control of the environment. Emphasizes the criteria to determine goals and the necessity for assistive technology, as well as the occupational therapist’s role in assessment and intervention. Explores catalog surveys, comparison of available equipment, basic fabrication, assembly, and repair. Equivalent to OCCT-820. Prerequisites: take OCCT-7750 or instructor permission.
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OCCT - 7835 Methods and Tools for Promoting Performance (2)
Focuses on methods and tools, which promote performance using occupational therapy intervention, including orthotics, prosthetics, casting, ergonomics, return to work activities, and physical and thermal agents. Emphasizes the criteria needed to assess an individual and determine when appropriate intervention is indicated. Equivalent to OCCT-860. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7830 .
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OCCT - 7840 Managing Occupational Therapy Services (3)
Introduces students to the language and practice of management, regulations, systems, and organization in occupational therapy practice. Stresses the relationship between health and human service policies and personal leadership in traditional and emerging areas of occupational therapy practice. The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, will be defined and applied throughout the course as it pertains to individuals, groups, and populations. Equivalent to OCCT-840. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7220 .
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OCCT - 8220 Research Methods for Occupational Therapy (3)
Provides student with the fundamentals of research process to design clinical research In occupational therapy. Students will learn how to interpret research, conduct literature searches, and determine methods of qualitative and quantitative research design, data collection and data analysis. An understanding of research process will assist the learner in the development of logical thinking, critical analysis, problem solving, and creativity.
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OCCT - 8310 Advanced Theories in Occupational Therapy (3)
Examines Occupational Therapy theories, concepts, and processes through critical reflection, critical thinking, and research. Considers how these theories can be realized in academic work and in advanced specialty occupational therapy practice. Emphasizes how occupational therapy theories bring conceptual unity to critically reflective inquiry across the program. Equivalent to OCCT-790.
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OCCT - 8320 Occupation Centered Practice and Process (3)
Using critical reflection and critical thinking examines occupation as the central concept and process in current, emerging, and future practice. Emphasizes critical evaluation of how occupation is evaluated and addressed in the various contexts of health care, education, community, political, and social systems. Equivalent to OCCT-792.
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OCCT - 8340 Instructional Methods in Occupational Therapy (3)
Examines learning theories and their application, recognizing the role of the advanced practitioner in educating the public and addressing health literacy. Identifies and analyzes the advanced practitioner role as educator within the political, economic, and socio-cultural forces that enhance and inhibit our practices and programmatic goals. Equivalent to OCCT-798.
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OCCT - 8345 Program Develop and Evaluation (3)
Presents methods for development of population specific programs and evaluation of the effectiveness of these population specific programs. The course integrates several knowledge and skill areas including: research methods, epidemiology, statistics, proposal writing, budget planning, project management, program evaluation, and outcome measures.
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OCCT - 8350 Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Occupational Therapy (3)
Emphasizes personal and professional responsibilities of leadership in health and human services. The application of communication and processing skills necessary for development and communication of new and/or advanced practice initiatives. Equivalent to OCCT-796.
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OCCT - 8360 Advocacy: Legal and Ethical Policy and Leadership (3)
Examines the ethical dilemmas of leadership, the moral implication of policy making and the role of the advanced practitioner in influencing public and private policy affecting health and human services. Critiques the impact of race, gender, and class on theory, practice, and program development. Strategies for taking action in public administration and policy will be explored, as will theories related to leadership in public, private, and non-profit organizations. Equivalent to OCCT-896.
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OCCT - 8370 Funding Occupational Therapy Research (3)
Emphasizes funding and dissemination of occupational therapy research. Identifies and applies processes for obtaining funding and the responsibilities inherent in funded research and its dissemination are. Equivalent to OCCT-797.
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OCCT - 8410 Qualitative Research in Occupational Therapy (3)
Emphasizes the major approaches to conducting qualitative research and the application of qualitative design in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to theory building. Equivalent to OCCT-892. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8420 .
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OCCT - 8415 Advanced Research In OT (4)
Emphasizes quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research designs and data analysis and their application in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to practice.
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OCCT - 8420 Quantitative Research in Occupational Therapy (3)
Emphasizes quantitative research designs and their application in evidence based practice. Includes method, design, technique, analyses, and application to theory building. Equivalent to OCCT-894. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8330 .
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OCCT - 8430 Practice and Measurement Model I (3)
Emphasizes development of a theoretical conceptual practice and measurement model in occupational therapy. It culminates in the development of an individual practice model that includes analysis, classification and synthesis of person, environment and occupation related factors on the occupational performance of an identified population. It emphasizes understanding the dynamic interface between theory, evidence and clinical practice. Equivalent to OCCT-805. Prerequisites: take OCCT-8310 , OCCT-8330 .
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OCCT - 8440 Practice and Measurement Model II (2)
This course is a continuation of Practice & Measurement Model I. The course emphasizes development of a theoretical conceptual practice and measurement model in occupational therapy. It culminates in the development of an individual practice model that includes analysis, classification and synthesis of person, environment and occupation related factors on the occupational performance of an identified population. It emphasizes understanding the dynamic interface between theory, evidence and clinical practice. Equivalent to OCCT-806. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8430 .
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OCCT - 8450 Independent Research (1-3)
A project or program of studies designed and lead by a qualified individual or individuals who will guide the student in gathering, analyzing, interpreting, and understanding evidence regarding their area of study/research. This course may be repeated per student’s plan of study.
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OCCT - 8510 Pro-Seminar I (1)
Provide a forum for refinement of the capstone research concept. Students develop the problem statement and state the purpose of the research. They will build a review of the literature that will guide their capstone research. Students, in cooperation with the research advisor, will determine the specialty courses necessary to support their chosen area of capstone research or project development. Equivalent to OCCT-899.
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OCCT - 8520 Pro-Seminar II (1-3)
Provides a forum for review, critique, evaluation, and discussion of the research and practice of occupational therapy. Features student integration of required focused coursework, specialty concentration, research, and development of Capstone project proposal. Equivalent to OCCT-852. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8510 .
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OCCT - 8530 Pro-Seminar III (1-3)
Provide a forum for the refinement of the Capstone research and preparation for the presentation of the defense of the Capstone research proposal. Note: May be repeated one time for a total of 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-899. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8520 .
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OCCT - 8900 Occupational Therapy Independent Research Study (1-8)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in occupational therapy under the supervision of the faculty. May be repeated for up to eight hours. Equivalent to OCCT-870. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7790 .
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OCCT - 8910 Occupational Therapy Level II Fieldwork A (3-10)
Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy. A minimum equivalence of 12 weeks of full time fieldwork experience is mandated by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Consists of a 12- to 15-week, supervised practical experience, full-time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-865. Prerequisites: take OCCT-7230 , OCCT-7820 , OCCT-7821 .
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OCCT - 8920 Occupational Therapy Level II Fieldwork B (10)
Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy. A minimum equivalence of 12 weeks of full time fieldwork experience is mandated by the Accreditation Council of Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Consists of a 12-to-15-week, supervised practical experience, full time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-868. Prerequisite: take OCCT-8910 .
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OCCT - 8930 Occupational Therapy Specialty Fieldwork (5)
Provides an in-depth period of supervised fieldwork experience during which the student applies theoretical concepts in the practice of occupational therapy focused on a particular area of specialty. This may include assistive technology, pediatrics, burns, hands, work intervention, management, or another area of choice. Consists of a six week, full-time or equivalent clinical site placement. Equivalent to OCCT-869.
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OCCT - 8940 Advanced Assistive Technology (4)
This course will take the form of a “tech camp” covering eight days with opportunities to practice installing, using, and customizing various assistive technologies, including seating and positioning, computer access, augmentative communication, environmental control, and universal design/access. Equivalent to OCCT-862. Prerequisite: take OCCT-7830 .
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OCCT - 9900 Directed Scholarship (1-2)
Integrate theory, research, and best practice methods into an evidence based practice project in the chosen specialty concentration. This is an applied research experience designed to meet the
objective of advancing occupational therapy practice in the region/community. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-992.
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OCCT - 9910 Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Capstone I (1-3)
Applies scholarship to the planning and implementation of one or more research projects based on theory and evidence. Examples of DrOT capstone projects could include manuscripts submitted for publication, a grant proposal, systemic review, research utilization project, practice topic dissemination, substantive involvement in a larger endeavor or other practice project. May be repeated up to 6 credits. Note: May be repeated. Equivalent to OCCT-999.
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OCCT - 9920 Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Capstone Research Project II (1-3)
Applied scholarship involving planning and implementation of one or more research projects based on theory and evidence. Examples of DrOT capstone projects could include manuscripts submitted for publication, a grant proposal, systematic review, research utilization project, practice topic dissemination, substantive involvement in a larger endeavor or other practice project. Note: May be repeated up to 6 credits. Equivalent to OCCT-994.
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ONTL - 5101 Introduction to Online Learning (2)
Familiarizes students with the technology, communication tools, learning processes, and success strategies that are involved in taking an online course. Equivalent to ONTL-502.
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ONTL - 6101 Introduction to Online Teaching (3)
Introduces students to the learning theory, instructional concepts, online pedagogy, and common communication tools that are involved in developing and teaching online courses. Learners are provided with definitions of common terms and best practices in online education. Advantages and challenges of teaching online are identified. Instructional Method: Online Lecture
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ONTL - 6201 The Role of the Online Instructor (3)
Presents facilitation strategies for use in teaching online courses. Reviews methods for establishing interactive learning communities, engaging students in active learning, providing timely feedback, encouraging time on task, and responding to diverse talents and ways of learning. Instructional Method: Online Lecture Prerequisite: Admission to the Certificate in Online Teaching program. Successful completion of ONTL - 6101 Introduction to Online Teaching (3) .
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ONTL - 6850 Introduction to Course Design (3)
Provides learners with the opportunity to understand course design from a design model perspective. Explores the elements of the design process in a given learning scenario, providing students an opportunity to analyze learning objectives, select appropriate content resources, develop learning activities and interactions, and select appropriate assessments. Analysis of elements affecting course design will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Admission to the Certificate in Online Teaching program. Completion of the following courses with a grade of “B” or better: ONTL - 6101 Introduction to Online Teaching (3) and ONTL - 6201 The Role of the Online Instructor (3) .
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ONTL - 7101 Course Design and Assessment (3)
Addresses curriculum design for online learning using best practice guidelines. Explores student-content, student-faculty, and student-student interactions, incorporation of feedback and assessment strategies, and the design of online elements to meet accessibility standards. Emphasizes design of sample instructional units. Instructional Method: Online Lecture Prerequisites: Admission to the Certificate in Online Teaching program. Successful completion of the following course with a grade of “B” or better: ONTL-6201 .
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ONTL - 7105 Technology Tools for Online Educators (3)
Examines technology resources and multimedia tools suitable for use in an online learning environment. Investigates open access resources, low cost or free tools to design learning objects to be used in an online course. Emphasizes production of digital learning objects to be utilized in a specified design plan environment. Instructional Method: Online Lecture Prerequisites: Admission to the Certificate in Online Teaching program. Completion of the following courses with a grade of “B” or better: ONTL - 6101 Introduction to Online Teaching (3) , ONTL - 6201 The Role of the Online Instructor (3) , ONTL - 6850 Introduction to Course Design (3) .
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ENVS - 3202 Environmental Ethics (3)
Explores and evaluates important environmental ethical issues, including climate change, environmental justice, animal welfare, wilderness and species preservation, land use, and ecological restoration, by applying reasoning, moral theories, and other philosophical tools to better understand human relationships with the natural world.
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PHIL - 1100 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
Explores basic judgments on the nature of persons, society, government, and the universe with a view toward clarifying the issues that lie at the core of controversy.
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PHIL - 1202 Introduction to Ethics (3)
Explores general ethical theories (such as utilitarianism, human rights, virtue and care ethics) and concepts (such as autonomy, justice impartiality and responsibility) and uses them to assess contemporary moral issues including abortion and reproductive freedom, animal rights, poverty relief, global justice, climate change, war, and peace. Equivalent: IAI Code: H4904 Ethics.
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PHIL - 1886 Logic and Practical Reasoning (3)
Explores the principles and basic structure of valid deductive reasoning, cogent inductive reasoning, and fallacies, and applies these lessons to critically evaluate everyday reasoning and issues represented in popular media. Equivalent to IAI code: H4906 Introduction to Logic.
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PHIL - 2111 Philosophy of World Religions (3)
Investigates the philosophies of different forms of religion from across the world, including inquiry into origins and practices of different world religions, as well as comparative study of different world religions. Equivalent: RELS-2111 ; IAI Code: H5904N Comparative Religion
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PHIL - 2112 Philosophical Issues in Religion (3)
Provides a philosophical exploration of key religious concepts, values, and problems, including the existence and nature of God, the nature of divine/human relationships, religious diversity, religious experience, good and evil,
faith and reason, miracles, prayer, and afterlife. Prerequisites: None.
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PHIL - 3101 Studies in Philosophy (3)
Explores basic judgments, arguments, and dialects on the nature of persons, God, society, government, freedom, knowledge, and the natural world, toward clarifying the issues at the core of these philosophical controversies. PHIL-3099
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PHIL - 3202 Environmental Ethics (3)
Explores and evaluates important environmental ethical issues, including climate change, environmental justice, animal welfare, wilderness and species preservation, land use, and ecological restoration, by applying reasoning, moral theories, and other philosophical tools to better understand human relationships with the natural world.
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PHIL - 3333 Ethics in Healthcare (3)
Presents some of the major ethical problems confronting society, the healthcare system, and the healthcare administrator. Each student will be encouraged to synthesize a personal professional philosophy to deal with the ethical dilemmas inherent in health services delivery. Equivalent to PHIL-330.
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PHIL - 3535 Ethics in Sports (3)
Examines sports from a philosophical perspective, with special focus on ethics, fairness, and exploitation in sports today. Topics include sports and race, gender, and disability, performance enhancement, politics and corruption, and the rights of college athletes. Instructional Method: Offered Face-to-Face, Hybrid, Fully Online. Prerequisite: None.
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PHIL - 3600 Philosophy of Race, Gender, Justice and Identity (3)
Provides a philosophical inquiry into race and gender, including social-political theories of justice and oppression, metaphysics of identities or selves, and epistemological study of knowledge and understanding across difference.
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PHIL - 3881 Theory of Knowledge (3)
Designed specifically to assist students in achieving knowledge related to the philosophical and scientific view of knowledge. Organized into two distinct parts: Part I, the nature of knowledge, considers the various philosophical interpretations of knowledge and the process of knowing; Part II, evolution, is devoted to a study of the history of evolutionary thought as an example of the development of scientific knowledge. Equivalent to PHIL-371.
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PHIL - 3884 Methods and Values in Science (3)
Provides a philosophical investigation of the theories, methods, and values at work in scientific research. This course explores the relationships between theory and evidence, pure and applied research, scientific and social values, and the similarities and differences between scientific methodology and everyday reasoning. Instructional Method: Offered as LD Lecture-Discussion, OL Online Lecture during Fall term. Prerequisites: At least one previous course in philosophy or the natural sciences.
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PHIL - 4111 Comparative Philosophy of Science and Religion (3)
Applies philosophical tools to investigate science and religion: their similarities and differences, points of conflict and tension, and the roles played by both in shaping our personal beliefs and cultural practices. Prerequisite: PHIL-1886 (or equivalent); PHIL-3884 (or equivalent); and one previous course in religious studies.
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PHIL - 4254 Chinese Thought (3)
A study of the major Chinese thinkers and their writings. Equivalent to PHIL-524.
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PHIL - 4319 Women In Philosophy (3)
Surveys the contributions made by women to both classic and contemporary philosophy, on such topics as knowledge and belief, justice and oppression, ethics, free will, and the nature of reality. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion
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PHIL - 4344 Black And Africana Philosophy (3)
Explores the work of black philosophers and thinkers from the U.S., Caribbean, and throughout the African diaspora on topics including racial identity, solidarity, oppression, liberation, authenticity, beauty, justice and double consciousness. Instructional Method: Lecture/Discussion
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PHIL - 4402 Advanced Ethics: Theory and Practice (3)
An in-depth critical examination of ethical theories of major philosophical schools in a multicultural approach. Evaluates at an advanced level the practical applications of ethical thinking to controversial moral dilemmas from a global perspective. Equivalent to PHIL-542. Prerequisite: take PHIL-1202 or PHIL-3101 .
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PHIL - 4600 Political Philosophy (3)
Explores and evaluates major classic and contemporary political theories of justice, equality, liberty, government authority, punishment, and human rights. These theories include contract theory, liberalism, communitarianism, post-colonialism and cosmopolitanism, applied to issues including war, peace, civil rights, labor, trade education, incarceration, and immigration. Prerequisite: 6 hours of philosophy and/or political science courses.
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PHIL - 4700 Independent Study (1-4)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in philosophy under the supervision of the faculty. Equivalent to PHIL-470.
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PHIL - 4800 Internship in Philosophy (1 - 3)
Provides students with meaningful opportunities to apply and refine their academic skills in practical or professional environments. Students work under supervision of a site supervisor and faculty member to carry out directed tasks in approved field sites related to philosophy, practical ethics, and/or religious studies. Prerequisite: PHIL-3101 .
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PHIL - 4900 Capstone Seminar in Philosophy (3)
Provides philosophy majors an advanced exploration of historical and contemporary theories, debates, and methods in multiple areas throughout the philosophy program curriculum. Students complete senior theses capstone projects. Prerequisites: PHIL 1886 , PHIL 3099 , and PHIL 4800 . Restrictions: Limited to PHIL majors only; student must receive instructor approval to enroll.
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PHYT - 2320 Orientation to Physical Therapy (2)
Introduces the student to the field and profession of physical therapy. Presents a history of the profession, the professional curriculum, and the different specialty areas. Discusses personal and professional qualities, professional ethics, and the psychological aspects of treatment. Assists in laying a framework upon which an interest in the profession of physical therapy can be weighed. Media-based course. Equivalent to PHYT-320.
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PHYT - 6500 Physical Therapy Workshop (1-3)
Provides skill or competency-based training sessions directly related to improving the delivery of physical therapy interventions or the supervision of physical therapy students. Equivalent to PHYT-500. Prerequisites: take PHYT-5510, PHYT-5570.
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PHYT - 6601 Gross Anatomy I (3)
Intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Presents an overview of the organ systems and considers the regional anatomy of the body in detail. Emphasizes the trunk, upper extremity, and reproductive systems; stresses the interrelationship of structure with function. Equivalent to PHYT-601. Corequisite: PHYT-6602
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PHYT - 6602 Gross Anatomy I Laboratory (1)
Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in BIOL-7701 or PHYT-6601 . Equivalent to PHYT-602. Corequisite course: PHYT-6601 .
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PHYT - 6611 Gross Anatomy II (3)
Continues the intensive, comprehensive study of human anatomy. Emphasizes the regional anatomy of the pelvis, hip, lower extremity, head, and neck. Equivalent to PHYT-611. Prerequisites: take PHYT-6601 , PHYT-6602 .
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PHYT - 6612 Gross Anatomy II Laboratory (1)
Provides detailed dissection on human cadavers that parallels the topics covered in BIOL-BIOL-7711 or PHYT-6611 . Equivalent to PHYT-612. Corequisite course: PHYT-6611 .
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PHYT - 6627 Neuroscience for Physical Therapy (3)
This course is a comprehensive study of the neurosciences, focusing on the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the sensory and motor systems. The structure and function of nervous system cells, nervous system development and plasticity, as well as the organization and function of the brain, brainstem and spinal cord are emphasized. Other topics include the neuromuscular junction, sensory-motor integration through the basal ganglia and cerebellum, ascending and descending pathways in the spinal cord, the anatomy and function of the special senses, and structural context for higher-order functions such as language and cognition. Instructional Method: Offered as LD Lecture-Discussion during Fall term. Prerequisites: take BIOL-7701 and BIOL-7702 or take PHYT-6601 and PHYT-6602 . Corequisite: PHYT - 6628 Neuroscience for Physical Therapy Laboratory (1) .
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PHYT - 6628 Neuroscience for Physical Therapy Laboratory (1)
This course parallels the topics covered in Neuroscience PHYT6626, with a focus on neuroanatomy. Structural components of the central and peripheral nervous system, including meninges, blood supply, ventricles, surface of the cerebrum, brainstem, cranial nerves, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and sensory and motor pathways will be emphasized. Laboratory studies in this course will include human brain specimen dissection. Instructional Method: Offered Face-to-Face. Prerequisite: pass PHYT - 6611 Gross Anatomy II (3) and PHYT - 6612 Gross Anatomy II Laboratory (1) or permission of instructor. Corequisite:PHYT - 6627 Neuroscience for Physical Therapy (3) or permission of instructor.
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