1997-1998 - The University of Scranton

PT. 477 Dr. Barnes
Teaching in Physical Therapy 2 credits
Discussion of teaching, learning theories, and the
roles of the PT as a teacher is offered.
Development and implementation of learning
experiences (emphasis is on the student as a facilitator
of patient learning) and the process of presenting
information are included. Two hours lecture/week.
PT. 480 Prof. Wagner
Internship I 2 credits
A five week, full-time introduction to the practice
of physical therapy. The application of basic physical
therapy procedures and patient management
skills will be emphasized in a supervised general
hospital, outpatient, orthopedic, sports, or industrial
medicine setting. An inservice or case presentation
will be required during the internship.
PT. 482 / 582 Dr. Barnes
Professional Development 2 credits
This course is designed to provide the student with
the opportunity to explore, in increasing depth, an
area of professional interest. A contract drawn
between student and advisor is required. Optional.
PT. 490 Prof. Wagner
Clinical Education Seminar III 1 credit
These weekly discussions will further prepare students
for their subsequent internships and ongoing
professional practice. Goals, objectives, expectations
and responsibilities of Internship II will he
clarified. Topics will include an analysis of individual
learning and personality styles, assertiveness
training and increased awareness of the cognitive
influences on behavior. Case presentations
will be used to promote the development of clinical
problem solving skills.
PT. 493 Dr. Sanko
Introduction to Research 3 credits
Introduction to research including design selection,
general concepts of data collection and analysis
and the critical review of literature relevant to the
field of physical therapy. Students are required to
formulate a research hypothesis and submit a formal
research proposal. Methods of research presentation
are discussed. Three hours lecture/week.
PT. 555 Prof. Hakim
Correlative Rehabilitation 4 credits
This course is designed to integrate background
knowledge and clinical practice in the areas of:
ICU management, orthotics, prosthetics, oncology,
head injury, speech/language, and spinal cord
injury. Evaluation, treatment, and documentation
issues are addressed as they pertain to teach area.
Concepts of impairment, disability, and handicap
are discussed in relation to clinical management
and an interdisciplinary approach. Laboratory
experiences focus on treatment planning and application
with problem solving scenarios.
Demonstrations, videos, equipment managemetn,
and clinical guest lecturers are included. Field trips
to local rehabilitation facilities supplement the
head injury and spinal cord injury modules. Three
hours lecture, 2 hours lab/week.
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PT. 556 Prof. Zichettella-Caffrey
Motor Control/Motor Learning 4 credits
This course introduces the science of motor control/motor
learning including neuromotor processes
that underlie normal and abnormal movement.
Theories of motor learning and mechanisms of
acquisition of movement are discussed. Methods
of analysis of movement are introduced and practiced.
Neuromotor and Neuropsychological
research is investigated and clinical implications
are discussed. Three hours lecture, 2 hours
lab/week.
PT. 580 Prof. Wagner
Internship II 3 credits
A six-week, full-time intermediate level of physical
therapy practice. The application of more highly
developed therapeutic skills and techniques will
be emphasized in a supervised general hospital,
out-patient, sports, industrial medicine, orthopedic
or private practice setting. An inservice or case
presentation will be required during the internship.
PT. 581 Prof. Wagner
Internship III 12 credits
Two eight-week, full-time physical therapy
advanced level internships. Increased independence
and decision-making skills will be stressed
in supervised general hospital, out-patient, sports
medicine, industrial medicine, rehabilitation, private
practice, pediatric or other “specialized” settings.
Emphasis will focus on the integration of all
didactic coursework directed at the goal of achieving
“entry-level” clinical competence. An inservice,
case presentation or research paper will be
required during each internship.
PT. 584 Dr. Barnes
Special Topics in Health Care 2 credits
A discussion-centered course, the content will
include the more contemporary issues in health
care delivery. Emphasis on the provision of physical
therapy services will be covered. Two hours
lecture/week.
PT. 590 Prof. Wagner
Clinical Education Seminar IV 1 credit
The last in the series of clinical seminars, these
monthly meetings will focus on establishing goals,
objectives, expectations and responsibilities of the
final two full-time “specialty” Internships.
Guidance for the selection of specialized sites will
be available. Students well be required to develop
individual “learning contracts” to foster optimal
outcomes in the clinical setting. Information and
assistance will be provided to prepare students for
state licensing examinations. Questions and concerns
regarding employment options will be
addressed.
PT. 593 Dr. Sanko
Research Design and Implementation 2 credits
Students refine and implement the research proposals
submitted in PT 493. The collection of data
with appropriate statistical analysis is completed
and a formal written presentation in approved format
of the methods, results and conclusion is
required. All research initiated is subject to the
rules and policies of the University with regard to
the human or animal subjects.