Interdisciplinary

Cardiopulmonary Science

Clinical Laboratory Science

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Interdisciplinary

SAHP 6012- History, Philosophy, and Current Paradigms in Allied Health. 1 cr. Seminar course in which students explore and critically analyze issues impacting practice of the allied health professions. Topics include ethical and legal bases for decision making, as well as trends in society, legislation, certification, licensure, accreditation, and funding which influence delivery of allied health care.

SAHP 6020- Infant Development. 3 cr. Advanced study of normal and abnormal infant development from conception through five years of age. The interrelationship between the various areas of infant development will be discussed as well as traditional and more contemporary views of development.

SAHP 6021- Interdisciplinary Assessment Procedures of Persons with Disabilities. 3 cr. Lecture and clinical course to refine and expand assessment skills as part of an interdisciplinary team. Participation in interdisciplinary assessments develops communication skills, assessment administration skills, and skills for analysis and synthesis of all data as part of an interdisciplinary effort. Students learn to use information from other disciplines during assessment and in report writing.

SAHP 6031- Medical Management of Infants at Risk. 3 cr. An in- depth study of medical conditions of the birth to five-year-old child at-risk or with developmental handicaps and the impact of these medical conditions on development and function. The neonatal intensive care unit, quality of life issues, and cost of-care factors will also be emphasized.

SAHP 6050- Health Law and Medical Ethics. 3 cr. The course covers basic and advanced ethical Principles and theories together with federal and state laws that regulate the Practice of medicine, Professional liability issues, informed consent, contemporary topics including Americans with Disabilities Act, quality improvement and resource allocation. Emphasis will be placed on application of these principles and laws to managed care. Lectures, case studies and class discussion will be supplemented with readings from required texts and handouts provided on a variety of topics. 

SAHP 6080- Selected Topics in Allied Health. 2-4 cr. A study of selected topics of current interdisciplinary interest to departments in the School of Allied Health Professions. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with change in topic an permission of student’s departmental faculty.  TOP

Cardiopulmonary Science

CPSC 6309- Methods in Clinical Physiology. 4 cr. Cross-listed with Physiology 209. A lecture/laboratory course designed to familiarize the student with current clinical procedures and methodologies used to assess cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, endocrine, and renal function in health and disease. The course is intended to provide students with a survey of physiologic tests that are not usually discussed in an introductory methods course in physiology. 

CPSC 6335- Cardiopulmonary Critical Care. 3 cr. Advanced lectures on critical care concepts with special emphasis on topics related to the Cardiopulmonary Science. Topics will include assessment of critically ill patients, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and pharmacological therapy.

CPSC 6345- Advanced Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation. 3 cr. Lecture course designed to introduce students to the most current methods used in the rehabilitation of patients with chronic cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. Discussions revolve around the physiological and psychosocial aspects of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.

CPSC 6380- Selected Topics in Cardiopulmonary Science. 2-4 cr. A study of a topic of current interest in Cardiopulmonary Science which is not covered in other courses. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with change in topic and permission of the department.

CPSC 6390- Independent Study in Cardiopulmonary Science. 3 cr. Allows graduate students in 
CPSC to pursue work not available in other courses. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with change of content with departmental permission.  TOP

 Clinical Laboratory Sciences 

MTEC 6154- Toxicology and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring. 3 cr. A review of the basic principles of toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring with emphasis on analysis of drugs in the clinical and regulated laboratory setting. Topics will include discussion of methods of analysis, review of chemistry and pharmacology of drugs, problems encountered by laboratory personnel when performing these assays, drug-drug interactions, and regulatory issues when performing workplace urine drug testing. 

MTEC 6161- Introduction to General and Applied Blood Banking. 5 cr. A review of the basic concepts of serological investigation in the blood bank to include regulations concerning the preparation and use of blood bank reagents; quality assurance methods; basic immunogenetics, bio- chemistry, and serological characteristics of the various blood group system antigens and antibodies.

MTEC 6162- Advanced Applied Blood Banking. 2 cr. A study of hemolytic disease of the newborn, neonatal transfusion therapy, the human leukocyte antigen system, organ transplant, parentage testing, and management and resolution of special serological problems encountered in the practice of blood banking.

MTEC 6163- Blood Bank Administration. 2 cr. The duties of an administrator in the blood bank are studied to include requirements of accrediting and regulatory agencies, donor recruitment, management theory and practices, budgeting and purchasing, legal aspects, educational techniques, and computer basics. Pass/Fail.

MTEC 6164- Blood Component Procurement and Hemotherapy. 3 cr. A survey of hemostasis, hematology, and red blood cell physiology, as well as transfusion practices and the adverse effects of blood components transfusion. Other topics include apheresis procedures, administration of blood components, cryopreservation and blood conservation.

MTEC 6168- Clinical Practicum in Blood Banking. 2-6 cr. Demonstrations and practice in donor room procedures to include apheresis; processing and determining suitability for transfusion of blood component units; compatibility testing of donor red blood cells for patient use; histocompatibility testing; coagulation; advanced serological problem resolution; mock blood bank inspection; and administrative and supervisory techniques. Pass/Fail.

MTEC 6180- Selected Topics in Clinical Laboratory Science. 2-4 cr. This course is intended to permit students to explore in detail some areas of particular interest in clinical laboratory science. Topic by arrangement with the faculty in charge. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with a change in topic and permission of the department.

MTEC 6190- Independent Study in Clinical Laboratory Science. 2-4 cr. Study and research of a specialized aspect of clinical laboratory science by an individual student under the supervision of a director approved by the department. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester- hours credit with a change in topic and permission of the department. TOP

Occupational Therapy 

OCTH 6423- Theoretical Foundations of Therapeutic Practice. 3 cr. Consent of the department. The role of theory in the evolution of professional knowledge is explored. The process of theory formation and the relationship of theory to research and clinical practice will be discussed.

OCTH 6452- Advanced Concepts of Evaluation and Intervention with Infants. 3 cr. Prerequisite: SAHP 6012, 6031,6041.In depth study of the measurement process and tools used in screening, assessment, and evaluation of infants at risk. Service delivery models, adult education methodology, occupational therapy treatment, and the contributions of various disciplines to programming are addressed.

OCTH.6455-. Application of Research to Practice. 3 cr. Prerequisite: SAHP 6003, 6070, and consent of the department. Students will learn how to critique, synthesize, and apply research findings from a variety of disciplines to therapeutic practice.  

OCTH 6481- Selected Topics in Therapeutic Studies. 1-4 cr. Prerequisite: Consent of the department. Topics will be selected based on the needs and interests of the students. This course may be retaken for a maximum of six semester-hours credit.

OCTH 6491- Independent Study. 1-3 cr. Prerequisite: Consent of the department. The course credit, content, written objectives, and evaluation criteria will be jointly established by the student and instructor. These may be documented in writing and placed in the student's file by the tenth day of the semester or summer term. This course can be retaken for a maximum of six semester-hours credit. TOP

Physical Therapy

PHTH 6520- Principles of Exercise Science, Exercise Testing, and Prescription. 3 cr. The purpose of this course is to provide a detailed study of physiological adaptations to exercise, principles of exercise testing, and principles for determining appropriate exercise intensity for rehabilitation of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and cardiorespiratory disorders. 

PHTH 6521- Motor Control and Learning Application in the Physical and Occupational Therapy Professions. 3 cr. A seminar course focusing on the study and interpretation of research literature in motor control and learning as it relates to the practice of physical and occupational therapy. Clinical and written projects will solidify the student's skill in administering standardized assessments and developing evidence-based treatment interventions.  

PHTH 6502- Pathokinesiology. 3 cr. This course consists of advanced study of the common dysfunctions manifested in human movement which occur following pathological, traumatic or development insults. The relationship between change in tissue and concomitant biomechanical adaptations is explored.  

PHTH 6504- Pediatric Physical Therapy. 3 cr. A study of the physical therapy intervention for children with selected conditions. Emphasis on identification, evaluation and the comprehensive management of children with developmental disabilities. Typical and atypical- patterns of development will be explored utilizing neurodevelopmental frames of reference.  

PHTH 6505- Advanced Analysis and Synthesis of Human Locomotion. 3 cr. This course consists of an advanced study of human locomotion. More specifically, an emphasis is placed upon expanding the basic principles of gait analysis as they apply to scientific evaluation and management of normal and abnormal functions of the human locomotor system. 

PHTH 6507- Electrophysiological Evaluation and Management. 3 cr. A study of advanced concepts of electrophysiological evaluation and management techniques in physical therapy practice. This course is designed to expand upon principles and foundations of electrotherapy.

PHTH 6508- Principles of Radiological and Laboratory Medicine for Physical Therapists. 3 cr. A study of concepts of radiology and clinical laboratory medicine as related to individuals with dysfunction of the neuromusculoskeletal system.  

PHTH 6510- Physical Therapy Evaluation and Management of the Knee, Ankle and Foot. 3 cr. This course consists of advanced level study of anatomy, biomechanics and pathomechanics of the lower extremity with cadaver dissections. Biomechanical evaluation and physical therapy management of knee, ankle and foot dysfunctions will be presented. 

PHTH 6511- Physical Therapy Evaluation and Management of Spine, Pelvic Girdle and Hip Joint Dysfunctions. 3 cr. This course consists of advanced level study of anatomy, biomechanics, and pathomechanics of the spine, pelvis and hip joint. Manual therapy and therapeutic exercise techniques for management of spine, pelvis and hip joint dysfunctions will be presented. 

PHTH 6512- Comprehensive Evaluation and Management of Upper Extremity Dysfunction. 3 cr. Advanced level study of upper extremity anatomy, biomechanics and pathokinesiology with dissections of cadaver limbs. Techniques for evaluation and management of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular dysfunctions will also be presented. 

PHTH 6515- Principles of Tissue Repair.  3 cr. This course focuses on the heating process with emphasis on dermal repair students will explore factors that complicate and augment heating and will discuss how healing affects functional outcome in rehabilitation. 

PHTH 6516- Geriatrics. 2-3 cr. This course involves the study of the process of aging, with an emphasis on the unique needs of the elderly. Advanced information and clinical application in sensorimotor, cognitive and psychological, emotional and cultural domains are explored with discussion of issues and factors relevant to treatment and management in the allied health fields. 

PHTH 6580- Selected Topics in Physical Therapy. 2-4 cr. A study of selected topics in physical therapy of current interest which are not covered in other courses. Topics vary according to needs and interests of the students. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with faculty approval. 

PHTH 6590- Independent Study in Physical Therapy. 1-6 cr. To be determined at time of registration. This course will allow student to pursue a topic related to physical therapy not covered in the existing graduate curriculum, through individualized, self-directed study. Faculty and students will jointly determine goals, objectives, and evaluation methods. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester-hours credit with faculty approval. TOP