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PH 205 - Introduction to Philosophy * (3)
This course introduces the discipline of philosophy by examining several perennial philosophical problems. Topics addressed include the following: The existence of God; human nature; free will and determinism; the sources of knowledge; and the nature of morality.
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PH 207 - World Religions * (3)
This course examines the human phenomenon of religion in its primary forms of expression throughout the world. Religions examined include the following; Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the religions of primal communities. Attention will also be devoted to the special issues of religion in contemporary culture.
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PH 222 - Introduction to Ethics * (3)
This course surveys the major theories of ethics throughout history, including deontology, utilitarianism, virtue ethics, rights-based ethics, and others. The course also guides students in the development of a personal moral decision making procedure and gives opportunities for practical application of the procedure to current moral and social problems.
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PH 240 - Philosophy of Art * (3)
This course introduces students to (a) discussions on the definition/nature/meaning of art and aesthetic experience, (b) controversial issues in art, and (c) traditional and recent philosophical theories of art.
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Philosophy/Political Science |
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PHPO 601 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Health Care (3)
This course focuses on the ethical and legal issues inherent in health care, with emphasis on the development of advanced analytical skills necessary for effective personal and professional responses. Case studies, readings, and seminar discussions are designed to challenge participants to consider the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of persons receiving services, those paying for services, and those providing services.
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Physical Science |
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PS 100 - Physical Science * (3)
A basic introduction to selected topics from physics and chemistry. Topics include basic concepts of motion, energy, sound, light, electricity, atomic structure, the periodic table of the elements, types of changes that matter undergoes, chemical formulas and equations, solutions, and nuclear reactions. The course has no laboratory component.
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PS 104 - Earth Science * (3)
A basic introduction to selected topics from geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Topics include basic concepts of rock and minerals, structure of the solid Earth, processes that shape the surface of the Earth, weather and climate, waters of the Earth, geologic time, and the solar system. The course has no laboratory component.
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PS 105 - Science Concepts (3)
A comprehensive examination of the basic physical, earth and life science principles and concepts taught in the P-8 school curricula. Emphasis of this course is the establishment of meaningful content in science curriculum. The Georgia Performance Standards will be studied and applied for that purpose.
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PS 110 - Physical Geography w/ Lab * (4)
Physical Geography is a science that emphasizes the description of and spatial variability of the natural landscape as well as a study of the how and why of the processes that has created these variations. This course will begin with a brief description of the study of maps and globes (Cartography) and the process of absolute (latitude/longitude) and relative location. The course will study the Earth-Sun relationship. This course will also focus on Hydrology, a study of surface and subsurface water and its importance to life and the formation of landforms on the surface of the earth. Geomorphology, a study of the earth’s composition; soils, rocks and minerals, the earth’s structure, landforms and the processes that form them will be the final major topic discussed in this course. Students will gain practical experience through various online labs designed to reinforce course content.
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PS 111 - Meteorology/Climatology w/ Lab * (4)
The focus of this course is to educate students about the infinite variety of weather phenomenon and patterns that affect us every day of our lives. This course will address the foundation of what weather is and the difference between weather and climate. The course will describe the composition of the atmosphere, the relationship between atmospheric pressure, temperature and altitude. Students then study solar and terrestrial radiation and the nature of temperature. Moisture, relative humidity and the importance of atmospheric stability in the formation of weather patterns will also be discussed. The student will study the hydrologic cycle to understand how water gets distributed through the atmosphere and around the world. The class will address the importance of atmospheric pressure and its relationship to the creation of wind patterns around the globe. Students will gain practical experience through various online labs designed to reinforce course content.
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PS 112 - Astronomy w/ Lab * (4)
The course will begin with an introduction to the cosmic landscape, including an overview of the earth, moon, sun, the planets, the sense of scale, the Astronomical unit, light-year, Galaxies, Gravity, the scientific method and atoms as well as other forces in the Universe. The history of Astronomy from prehistoric times to the growth of Astrophysics will be presented. A discussion of “Backyard Astronomy ” will follow, focusing on the study of constellations, planet configurations and the types as well as the use of telescopes. Emphasis will be placed on the study of atoms, forces, light and the electromagnetic spectrum, gravity, its relationship to motion and how we learn about the universe. Extending further out into space, a survey of the Solar System will be presented concentrating on the various parts of the solar system. A brief discussion of SETI, or the search for extraterrestrial life will end the course. Students will gain practical experience through various online labs designed to reinforce course content.
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PS 121 - General College Physics I * (4)
The first semester of a 2-semester sequence of an algebra based introductory course in physics. This first semester involves the study of the ideas, units, and calculations about velocity, acceleration, both linear and rotational, up through Kepler’s Laws of planetary motion and the properties of matter. Laboratory.
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PS 121L - General College Physics I Lab * (0)
Lab associated with PS 121.
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PS 122 - General College Physics II * (4)
The second semester of a 2-semester sequence of an algebra based introductory course in physics. This second semester involves the study of the ideas and calculations about wave motion, sound, electricity, magnetism and light, with some discussion of modern physic’s theories. Laboratory. Prerequisite(s): PS 121
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PS 122L - General College Physics II Lab * (0)
Lab associated with PS 122.
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PS 180 - Cities and the Environment * (3)
Introduction to aspects of development that affect the environment and land use. The impact of land use, urbanization, and sprawl. Survey of fundamental physical processes and associated hazards such as flooding; erosion; pollution; and depletion of geologic resources. Concepts of waste disposal and land use planning. The significance of and potential solutions to problems associated with the Earth’s resources.
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PS 401 - Directed Independent Study (1)
A course open to qualified students consisting of a guided independent study of an assigned problem in physics or physical science. Prerequisite(s): PS 121, PS 122 Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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PS 505 - Science for Teachers (3)
This course provides an in-depth review of the concepts and concept schemes of both the life and physical sciences presented in the P-8 environment. Class activities will focus on the correlation of science concepts to the Georgia Performance Standards. Emphasis will be on the development of conceptual flow and continuity in the delivery of science instruction. This is a placement embedded course; a 48-hour field experience placement in a regionally accredited school is required during the course. Note(s) Permission from the Clinical Experience Office is required to register.
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PS 600 - Advanced Earth and Space Science for Teachers (3)
This course is a 3-credit hour graduate course in Earth and space science which is designed to discuss topics of contemporary interest selected to meet the Georgia Performance Standards in Earth and space science. This course will also address science teaching methodology, alternative assessments, and applying the process approach to learning activities through the use of centers, cooperative learning, hands-on manipulatives, and inquiry experiments.
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PS 610 - Advanced Physical Science for Teachers (3)
This course is a 3-credit hour graduate course in physical science which is designed to discuss topics of contemporary interest selected to meet the Georgia Performance Standards in physics and chemistry. This course is designed to help teachers identify useful content for teaching physical science and will also address science teaching methodology, alternative assessments, and applying the process approach to learning activities through the use of centers, cooperative learning, hands-on manipulatives, and inquiry experiments. Laboratory exercises may also be included.
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OT 731 - Sensory Integration (3)
This is advanced in the sense it is the only focused course on Sensory Integration in OT practice, although perhaps not advanced for an experienced pediatric clinician. The lecture and laboratory components focus on SI theory, practice and skill building through the use of observation, evaluation, clinical reasoning, treatment planning hands-on intervention. The class is brief in duration but intensive, so please arrive on time and plan to stay the entire time.
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PT 901 - Professional Issues I (1)
The purpose of this course is to prepare the student in professional practices that will be used throughout the Brenau D.P.T. program and during their professional career. This course provides the student with an introduction to the professional of physical therapy and the role of the professional in physical therapy practice. Students are educated about the application of generic skills to the professional of physical therapy. Course content includes communication (verbal, nonverbal, and written), individual and cultural differences, professional behavior and abilities, ethics, legal issues, and responsibility for professional development.
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PT 902 - Professional Issues II (1)
This course is designed to build upon the professional behaviors and skills identified in Professional Issues I. As students have completed their early clinical experiences in Clinical Education I-III, the direct application of professional topics to their current capabilities will be emphasized. Topics related to skills necessary for taking responsibility for and providing health care services to the public will be explored in greater depth. Professional licensure and membership in professional organizations will be emphasized. Students will begin the process of appropriate legal documentation and the beginnings of their professional development plan.
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PT 907 - Radiology (2)
The purpose of this course is to provide the doctoral level physical therapy student with an introductory study of radiology. By the end of the course, the student will understand the basic interpretative techniques in the many different areas of radiology. This course will emphasize the systematic approach for radiographic interpretation as well as interpretation of various radiology reports.
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PT 910 - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology I (5)
The dissection portion of this course involves the study employing lecture and laboratory sessions involving regional cadaveric dissection under the supervision of instructors. Emphasis is on the neuromuscular and musculosketal anatomy. Application of the basic anatomical foundations is then applied in lecture and lab with emphasis on biomechanics, joint function, muscle and boney palpation, soft tissue and joint techniques, and introduction to gait.
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PT 910A - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology I Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 910.
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PT 910B - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology I Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 910.
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PT 911 - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology II (5)
A continuation of Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology I. The dissection portion of this course involves the study employing lecture and laboratory sessions involving regional cadaveric dissection under the supervision of instructors. Emphasis is on the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal anatomy. Application of the basic anatomical foundations is then applied in lecture and lab with emphasis on biomechanics, joint function, muscle and boney palpation, soft tissue and joint techniques, and introduction to gait.
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PT 911A - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology II Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 911.
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PT 911B - Functional Anatomy/Kinesiology II Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 911.
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PT 915 - Human Physiology (3)
The purpose of this course is for first year physical therapy students to learn the fundamentals of human physiology. This will provide a foundation for subsequent courses in the physical therapy curriculum. Accordingly, the intent is for students to gain a basic understanding of physiology and pathophysiology of different physiological systems. Lectures will provide an overview of the various physiological systems (e.g. respiratory, renal, etc.). In general, the lectures will follow the textbook chapters in both content and order of presentation.
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PT 916 - Neuroscience/Neuroanatomy (4)
The purpose of this course is for students to learn the fundamentals of how the human nervous system is constructed (i.e. neuroanatomy) and how it works (i.e. neurophysiology). The course is structured to help students to gain a basic understanding of neuroscience and its relationship to the practice of physical therapy. Clinical examples will be utilized throughout the course to illustrate the relationship between “basic neuroscience” and the clinic. The course has two main components:
1. Lectures will provide an overview of the human nervous system. In general, the lectures will follow textbook chapters. Handouts will be provided for study material for indicated lectures. Please see the end of the syllabus for a detailed list of lecture topics.
2. During structured laboratory sessions, students will examine brain models and wet specimens of human brain and spinal cord. Additional laboratory exercises will address clinical aspects of human neuroscience. Please see the end of the syllabus for a list of laboratory topics. Other independent laboratory sessions will be scheduled to allow extra study time with models, specimens.
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PT 917 - Exercise Physiology (2)
This class is designed to be a lecture course and give students a fundamental knowledge of the acute and chronic responses to exercise. Particular attention will be placed upon understanding the mechanisms of how these responses occur. The course begins with an overview of homeostasis, bioenergetics and metabolism. The class then enters into the specific areas of endocrinology, neuromuscular, circulatory and respiratory exercise physiology. Finally the class explores environmental exercise physiology, training, performance and ergogenic aids. The overriding concept throughout the course will be how the body attempts to maintain “homeostasis” in light of the disturbance caused by exercise.
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PT 919 - Pathophysiology (3)
The primary goal of this course is to prepare you to recognize the impact of primary systemic diseases on your patients, and how the presence of these disease states will affect your clinical decision-making. We will review the underlying pathology and clinical manifestations of the more common disorders of each system, and discuss their relevance during physical therapy evaluation and intervention. The role of the PT in risk factor reduction and prevention of disease will also be addressed.
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PT 920 - Basic Skills I (3)
This course will introduce the student to basic clinical skills and problem-solving abilities to be built upon in future coursework. It is an introductory course designed to prepare the student for patient care activities and includes general patient care skills such as: assessment of vital signs; principles of body mechanics; positioning; draping; transfers; gait training; wheelchair measurement and management; basic exercise. Students will also develop communication skills for interacting with patients, families and other health care professionals. The course will provide students the opportunity to develop these basic patient care skills in a lab setting in the classroom and apply this knowledge to simple patient case examples prior to part-time and full-time clinical experiences.
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PT 920L - Basic Skills I Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 920.
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PT 921 - Modalities (3)
This course is an introduction to the management of pain and dysfunction using thermal, electrical and mechanical modalities as well as massage used by Physical Therapists in general practice. Lectures will highlight basic scientific rationale for approaches discussed while laboratory experience and problem solving using patient case studies should enhance the student’s understanding relative to direct patient care.
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PT 923 - Basic Clinical Skills II (3)
This course is designed to prepare the student for hands-on patient instruction. The student will obtain an overview of basic exercise evaluation and training techniques (strength, flexibility, endurance, and relaxation) applicable to prevention and wellness services as well as to those populations requiring rehabilitation or restoration of function due to illness, injury, or chronic disability.
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PT 925 - Examination and Evaluation (3)
The purpose of this course is for the physical therapy student to develop competence and confidence in the use Guide to PT Practice and the ICF model for interview, outcomes, and the selection of appropriate tests, measures, the development of a basic evaluation and the selection and justification for basic interventions for the individual patient. The student will also have adequate instruction and practice time to develop accuracy, reliability, and confidence in the administration of these tests, measures, and interventions as well as the documentation of results and the modification of said measures for the individual patient while maintaining reliability and validity. The ICF model will used to construct the exam, determine appropriate tests, measures, anticipated outcomes, and interventions.
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PT 925L - Examination and Evaluation Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 925.
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PT 929 - Electrotherapy (1)
This course is designed to instruct physical therapy students in advanced applications of light and electrical modalities. A strong evidence-based approach is promoted while reviewing current research findings. An emphasis will be placed on problem solving and good patient education when using these modalities. The focus of laboratory sessions is the demonstration of safety and appropriate clinical application of these advanced skills.
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PT 931 - Musculosketal Disorders I (4)
This course will provide the student with an understanding of techniques and rationale used in the examination, evaluation and treatment of lower extremity musculoskeletal dysfunction. Examination and treatment techniques will be demonstrated and practiced in laboratory sessions. Clinical problem-solving processes will be discussed and practiced in class. Content provided in previous courses and in concurrent courses will be incorporated.
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PT 931L - Musculosketal Disorders I lab (0)
Lab associate with PT 931 .
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PT 932 - Pediatrics (4)
The course will include the following: typical development, reflexes and the role of reflexes in movement development, atypical development and its clinical outcomes, review of motor control / motor learning theories and their application to pediatrics, family dynamics and the role for the therapist, public laws that affect pediatric practice (schools and early intervention), ethical and legal issues. Assessment and therapeutic intervention strategies for the pediatric population will be stressed. The course will cover selected medical conditions specific to the pediatric population and is designed to focus on treatment and handling skills specifically with the pediatric population.
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PT 934 - Medical/Surgical Disorders (3)
This course is a study of disease and disorders of man, including symptoms of illness and methods of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment in acute care. The student is taught the care of adult persons with common medical-surgical disorders. The content is presented in sections according to body systems and taught through lecture, films, demonstration, and laboratory experiences. Emphasis is placed on meeting needs of individual patients, as determined by the physical therapy clinical practice guidelines.
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PT 935 - Pharmacology (2)
This course covers basic pharmacology and its relevance to the practice of physical therapy. Major classes of drugs are covered, including those to treat autonomic, cardiovascular, central nervous system, musculoskeletal, and endocrine disorders. Case examples are used to illustrate the interactions of medications and therapy.
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PT 937 - Geriatrics (3)
In this Geriatrics course we will consider the older adult from a whole person perspective within the framework of the ICF model. The need to be a strong physical therapy generalist while interpreting the special and specific needs of older adults will be emphasized.
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PT 938 - Cardiopulmonary Disorders (3)
This course is designed to give students the knowledge and background to allow them to evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary diseases as the primary diagnoses and patients being seen for other physical therapy diagnosis who have cardiopulmonary disease. The course will cover elementary ECG interpretation, exercise testing, principles of cardiac rehabilitation, peripheral vascular disease and related cardiovascular diagnoses. The students will also be presented information on the processes for diagnosing pulmonary disease, understanding how pulmonary disease affects exercise tolerance and designing effective rehabilitation programs for patients with primary pulmonary diagnoses. Other topics to be covered include critical illness induced myopathy/weakness, mobilizing ventilator dependent patients, use of supplemental oxygen at rest and during exercise, ventilator induced diaphragm dysfunction and treatment.
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PT 950 - Health Promotion and Wellness (3)
The central theme of this course is individual, family, and community health over the life cycle. Students will learn to conceptualize health beliefs and behavior from a biopsychosocial framework, and to assess individual, family, and community health care needs and health care access through a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary lens. Students will be involved in developing wellness plans for individuals or families in the community. Students will learn to assess family health care needs, seek out community resources, and educate community members on specific issues related to their own health and well-being. There is continued emphasis on communication skills and collaboration via the interdisciplinary team concept emphasized in previous semesters. Students will also begin to apply knowledge regarding groups and communities by planning and participating in community health promotion and wellness activities.
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PT 952 - Administration and Management (3)
In today’s health care environment the physical therapist must be able to manage the care of clients, the supervision and direction of employees, be a part of a team and organizational structure, lead strategic planning and understand the business plan, financial structure and limitations of their work. Therapists must understand the methods and amounts of reimbursement for their services. In this course the FINHOP model (Finance, information management, networking, human resource management, operations, and planning and forecasting) will be used as the guiding source to provide the structure for the objectives of this course.
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PT 953 - Professional Issues III (2)
This course is designed to build upon the professional behaviors and skills identified in Professional Issues I and II. More in depth review of Georgia laws and regulations and licensing will prepare students to practice on full time clinicals in Georgia and help students to understand the role of state practice acts. Students will develop a thorough knowledge of practice liability, negligence and malpractice through case law reviews. Students will consider the important roles of support personnel and how to use their support for efficiency while practicing within the code of ethics and the law. Further review of conflict management, patient advocacy, and the Clinical Education Competencies will assist the student’s progression in professional development.
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PT 956 - Professional Issues IV (2)
This course is designed to build upon the professional behaviors and skills identified in Professional Issues I-III. Note writing and documentation skills will be advanced. This course will focus on developing business and professional skills needed to begin practicing as a physical therapist.
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PT 957 - Professional Issues V (2)
This is the last course in the sequence of Professional Issues courses which are intended to nurture the growth of the physical therapy students into functioning professional physical therapists. This course completes the education on issues of reimbursement for services and possible niche markets that have not been discussed earlier in the curriculum. This course will help the student prepare for their new role of becoming a licensed professional physical therapist employable in their first job. In addition students are encouraged to consider their future plans for career growth.
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PT 958 - Interdisciplinary Practice Models (2)
This course is designed to build professional behaviors and skills related to interdisciplinary teamwork. Types of service, team roles, and interdisciplinary interaction will be studied as they relate to current healthcare settings, federal and state healthcare policy and economics, and ethics. The role of the physical therapist will be explored, including issues of team dynamics, conflict management, and patient centeredness and advocacy.
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PT 961 - Evidence Based Practice I (1)
The purpose of the evidence based practice sequence at Brenau University is to provide the student with skills to become critical consumers of the rehabilitation literature. Evidence Based Practice I introduces topics related to research philosophy, critical thinking, sampling, research design, descriptive statistics, correlation, reliability, and validity. Evidence Based Practice I also introduces important concepts related to diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention practice patterns. Student competence will be assessed by completion of class projects and written examination.
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PT 963 - Evidence Based Practice II (2)
The purpose of the evidence based practice sequence at Brenau University is to provide the student with skills to become critical consumers of the rehabilitation literature. Evidence Based Practice II continues the process started in Evidence-Based Practice I. In this second evidence-based course students will develop a deeper understanding of the research process and develop their beginnings of exploring literature and developing research questions that are significant to their own research growth. Student competence will be assessed by completion of class projects and written examinations.
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PT 965 - Evidence Based Practice III (2)
The purpose of the evidence based practice sequence at Brenau University is to provide the student with skills to become critical consumers of the rehabilitation literature. Evidence Based Practice III continues the process started in Evidence-Based Practice I & II. In this third evidence-based course students will develop a deeper understanding of the research process and explore the scientific literature for evidence regarding physical therapy interventions for musculoskeletal disorders, therapeutic exercise and neurorehabilitation.
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PT 966 - Evidence Based Practice IV (1)
The purpose of the evidence based practice sequence at Brenau University is to provide the student with skills to become critical consumers of the rehabilitation literature. Evidence Based Practice IV continues the process started in Evidence-Based Practice I. In this fourth evidence-based course students will develop a deeper understanding of the research process and develop their beginnings of exploring the literature as evidence for interventions in Geriatrics, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Interdisciplinary Practice Models, Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy and Health and Promotion.
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PT 967 - Evidence Based Practice V (3)
The purpose of the evidence based practice sequence at Brenau University is to provide the student with skills to become critical consumers of the rehabilitation literature. Evidence Based Practice V will be devoted to assisting students develop their independent research project required as their culminating research experience. Students will work with their individual faculty mentors for the formulation of their research plan.
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PT 969 - Evidence Based Practice VI (3)
This course concludes the evidence based sequence by developing skills that assist students in making clinical decisions that are consistent with the professional literature. The student will gain research experience by completing a small research project. The student will also learn how to contribute to the rehabilitation literature as clinicians by completing modules on case reports and the peer review process. Students will participate in the sharing of research findings by poster presentations and will participate in peer review assessment of each others projects.
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PT 971 - Motor Control/Therapeutic Exercise I (2)
The purpose of this 2 credit course is to provide the student with a basic foundation for examining, evaluating, and providing treatment interventions for individuals who have movement dysfunction due to problems with motor control and motor learning. Emphasis is placed on understanding normal and impaired movement through discussion of motor control and motor learning. The ICF model of enablement and the systems model of motor control and the task oriented approach to movement analysis will be used as frameworks for evaluating simple (not complex) movement dysfunction and for developing intervention plans.
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PT 971L - Motor Control/Therapeutic Exercise I Laab (0)
Lab associated with PT 971 .
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PT 972 - Motor Control/Therapeutic Exercise II (3)
The purpose of this 3 credit course is to provide the student with a foundation for examining, evaluating, and providing treatment interventions for individuals who have movement dysfunction, primarily secondary to neurological deficits but also inclusive of patients with multi-system disorders. Emphasis is placed on understanding normal and impaired movement through discussion of motor control, motor learning, and neuroplasticity. The ICF model of enablement and the task oriented conceptual framework for intervention will be used as frameworks for evaluating movement dysfunction and for developing intervention plans.
This course teaches examination and evaluation of and interventions for basic functional movement skills and their underlying components such as motor control/coordination (ability to plan, initiate, sequence, time, and grade movement), postural control and balance, perception and sensation, muscle tone and strength, and biomechanical considerations. Students will also understand the role that cognition, emotion, and sensory/perceptual deficits play in rehabilitation process and modifications to intervention to address these areas. Specific neurological and multi-system diagnoses are introduced as examples of common deficits and as cases for evaluation, intervention, and progression during case study class. Labs develop students’ skills in movement analysis and evaluation of and treatment of movement dysfunction. A problem-solving approach is used to develop the students’ ability to evaluate the patient with neurological and multi-system involvement, to identify and prioritize key problem areas (systems model), to design and implement an appropriate treatment program based on best current evidence and expert consensus, and to employ handling techniques with the stages of learning to assist the patient to maximum recovery.
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PT 973 - Differential Diagnosis (3)
This course is designed to assist the physical therapy student to become an autonomous practitioner able to consider, screen for, and identify red flags for a broad spectrum of conditions and pathologies not within the scope of physical therapy practice. The primary goal of this course is to provide you with a step-by-step approach to patient evaluation that follows the standards for competency established by the APTA related to conducting a screening examination. Through this approach you will be equipped to recognize risk factors and red flags related to the potential presence of injury or systemic diseases in your patients, differentiating these signs and symptoms as non-musculoskeletal. The underlying pathology and clinical manifestations of the more common disorders of each system will be reviewed. Particulars of performing a systems review during physical therapy evaluation and intervention will be emphasized, including appropriate follow-up questions when concerns are identified. The role of the PT in risk factor reduction and prevention of disease will also be addressed. Additionally, referral to the appropriate healthcare providers will be discussed and the role of the physical therapist as ‘collaborator’ in the healthcare team emphasized.
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PT 976 - Neurorehabilitation (5)
The primary objective of this course is to prepare you to provide client-centered, holistic care to individuals with neurologic disorders. We will continue to build upon the principles introduced in Neuroscience and your previous clinical courses, including current clinical models, neuroplasticity and its characteristics in the face of injury and recovery, evidence-based approaches, and clinical decision-making. The cornerstone of this course is a clinical problem-solving approach that will enable you as a physical therapist to effectively examine, evaluate, analyze, draw conclusions, and make decisions regarding prognosis and interventions with your clients. Medical information will include disease description, etiology, pathology, clinical signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, medical management, and precautions or special considerations pertinent to physical therapists. From a physical therapy perspective, specific standardized assessments, evaluation and treatment strategies, and rehabilitation practices will be addressed pertinent to the movement problems associated with a neurologic injury/disease while identifying and using appropriate guidelines in clinical decision-making. Specific neuropathologies will be explored including: spinal cord injuries, stroke, brain injuries, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, basal ganglia disorders, cerebellar disorders, and vestibular disorders. Particular importance is placed upon the promotion of quality of life as one faces neurologic injury, and the critical role that a physical therapist can play in providing prevention and intervention strategies that enable people to live well as they move throughout their lifespan. This course challenges you to draw from knowledge gained in previous courses while applying problem solving and critical thinking techniques to various clinical and simulated patient scenarios.
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PT 977 - Musculosketal Disorders II (3)
This course will provide the student with an understanding of techniques and rationale used in the examination, evaluation and treatment of hip, spine and upper extremity musculoskeletal dysfunction. Examination and treatment techniques will be demonstrated and practiced in laboratory sessions. Clinical problem-solving processes will be discussed and practiced in class. Content provided in previous courses and in concurrent courses will be incorporated.
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PT 977L - Musculosketal Disorders II Lab (0)
Lab associated with PT 977 .
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PT 979 - Prosthetics and Orthotics (2)
Management of patients with amputations and conditions requiring orthotics will be emphasized. The basic components of the course include types of orthotics and prosthetics, fitting, exercise programs, gait analysis and gait training. A brief overview of upper extremity orthotics and prosthetics will be provided.
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PT 980 - Clinical Education I (2)
This is the first semester of a three semester series comprising the Early Clinical Experiences Program. This Clinical Education course series is constructed to provide the student with an integrated learning experience between the classroom and the clinic. This Early Clinical Experiences program provides students with an opportunity for early but substantial learning experiences in the acute care setting, the long term care setting, and in a Health and Wellness Cooperative. The Program’s goals are that by the end of this semester you will have developed beginning level performance in: safe practice, basic clinical skills, basic clinical decision making, and professional behaviors. We expect you demonstrate entry-level performance in the CPI’s red flag items 1,2,3,4, and 7.
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PT 981 - Clinical Education II (2)
This is the second semester of a three semester series comprising the Early Clinical Experiences Program. This Clinical Education course series is constructed to provide the student with an integrated learning experience between the classroom and the clinic. This Early Clinical Experiences program provides students with an opportunity for early but substantial learning experiences in the acute care setting, the long term care setting, and in a Health and Wellness Cooperative. The Program’s goals are that by the end of this semester you will have developed intermediate level performance in: safe practice, basic clinical skills, basic clinical decision making, and professional behaviors.
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PT 982 - Clinical Education III (2)
This is the third semester of a three semester series comprising the Early Clinical Experiences Program. This Clinical Education course series is constructed to provide the student with an integrated learning experience between the classroom and the clinic. This Early Clinical Experiences program provides students with an opportunity for early but substantial learning experiences in the acute care setting, the long term care setting, and in a Health and Wellness Cooperative. The Program’s goals are that by the end of this semester you will have developed advanced intermediate level performance in: safe practice, basic clinical skills, basic clinical decision making, and professional behaviors. We expect you demonstrate entry-level performance in the CPI’s red flag items 1,2,3,4, and 7.
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PT 983 - Clinical Education IV (4)
This course is a full time clinical internship in which the student is supervised by a licensed physical therapist. This 6-week internship is the first of 3 full-time clinical internships. Students are matched to appropriate clinical sites including, but not limited to acute care, outpatient physical therapy, or inpatient rehab/geriatric facility. Clinical sites will provide adequate opportunities for students to practice the skills included in the Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI). The culmination of the curriculum’s clinical experiences will allow the student to demonstrate competence in managing patients with a variety of dysfunction involving musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardio/pulmonary, and integumentary systems. These clinical experiences will also expose the student to a variety of age groups and levels of patient care.
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PT 985 - Clinical Education V (8)
This course is a full time clinical internship in which the student is supervised by a licensed physical therapist. This 12-week internship is the second of 3 full-time clinical internships. Students are matched to appropriate clinical sites including, but not limited to acute care, outpatient physical therapy, or inpatient rehab/geriatric facility. Clinical sites will provide adequate opportunities for students to practice the skills included in the Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI). The culmination of the curriculum’s clinical experiences will allow the student to demonstrate competence in managing patients with a variety of dysfunction involving musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardio/pulmonary, and integumentary systems. These clinical experiences will also expose the student to a variety of age groups and levels of patient care.
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PT 987 - Clinical Education VI (8)
This course is a full time clinical internship in which the student is supervised by a licensed physical therapist. This 12-week internship is the third of 3 full-time clinical internships. Students are matched to appropriate clinical sites including, but not limited to acute care, outpatient physical therapy, or inpatient rehab/geriatric facility. Clinical sites will provide adequate opportunities for students to practice the skills included in the Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI). The culmination of the curriculum’s clinical experiences will allow the student to demonstrate competence in managing patients with a variety of dysfunction involving musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardio/pulmonary, and integumentary systems. These clinical experiences will also expose the student to a variety of age groups and levels of patient care.
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Political Science |
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PO 101 - American Government * (3)
An examination of the American system of government with emphasis on the growing importance of global affairs in American political life. Philosophical and historical perspectives are provided to show how institutions and processes have evolved to their present state. Comparative perspective is provided so that students may contrast the American system with other contemporary forms of government.
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PO 103 - Introduction to Public Health (3)
This course will introduce undergraduate health sciences students to the broad and exciting field of public health. The intellectual challenges of discussing the processes and practices of public health as a social and global institution require an early initiation to enhance the population health perspective of future health and health care professionals. It will provide students with unique access to and understanding of the current global traditional and emerging population health issues-from child immunizations to risk communication to avian influenza to management of information in the 21st century.
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PO 201 - Comparative Politics (3)
An introduction to the academic and research discipline of political science, exploring the basic features of modern political systems with particular attention to comparisons of governments and institutions of the developed and developing countries.
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PO 233 - Law and Society * (3)
domestic relations, commercial/consumer law, civil liberties, criminal law, torts and property.
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PO 301 - Western Political Thought (3)
Examines the rise of political philosophy in the west, emphasizing the ideas of those philosophers who have most influenced the nature of those political systems.
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PO 335 - Constitutional Law (3)
The U.S. Constitution and its interpretation by the Supreme Court and lesser courts; landmark cases studied.
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PO 340 - Environmental Law (3)
This course serves to introduce students to both federal and state laws and policies that affect both local, national, and international environmental concerns. Students are taught to critically evaluate the laws and debate the effectiveness of laws in preserving the environment and the impact they have on economic concerns. Case histories are used to illustrate these various points.
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PO 401 - Directed Independent Study (3)
Designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work on an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty member. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
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PO 410 - International Relations (3)
The course provides the student with both a substantive overview of international relations and consideration of the methodological and epistemological issues intrinsic to the analysis of international relations.
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Political Science/Public Admin |
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POPA 332 - Judicial Process and Philosophy (3)
Introduction to basic philosophy behind the law and legal system.
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Project Management |
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PM 620 - Introduction to Project Management (3)
This course provides an overview of the major management concepts on which project management is based. The role of project management within the larger organization, the project management process, the planning process, including CPM and PERT, and project team dynamics are studied.
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PM 730 - Leadership of Project Teams (3)
This course is devoted to studying the development and management of the project team. Concepts of small group dynamics involved in developing, managing, and terminating teams are studied. Issues of leadership, motivation, power and influence, conflict management, change management, risk management, communications, negotiation and the management of uncertainty are studied and integrated with the process of team building. Prerequisite(s): PM 620
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PM 740 - Project Planning and Control Techniques (3)
This course is devoted to the project planning and control process. Development of measurable project objectives is covered as well as work breakdown structure, sequencing of project activities, development of time and cost estimates, and creation of the project action plan and budget. Student teams will build a detailed plan for a small project using project management software (Microsoft Project). Prerequisite(s): PM 620
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PM 750 - Strategic Issues in Project Management: A Capstone (3)
This course examines the strategic relationship between project management and the rest of the organization. The topics for this course include key strategic issues surrounding: allocating resources, developing policies and systems, implementing projects in line with the organization’s strategic objectives, and assuring that projects achieve their stated goals. Prerequisite(s): PM 730, PM 740
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Psychology |
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PY 101 - Introduction to Psychology * (3)
The basic principles and concepts of psychology as a science of human behavior are presented, as well as a historical perspective of the field emphasizing major theoretical contributions. This course is a prerequisite for all courses in the major. Can count as a lab science if taken with PY 101L.
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PY 101L - Introduction to Psychology Lab * (1)
This is the laboratory course associated with PY 101 and is optional. The course involves a hands-on learning experience that reinforces for students the content and concepts presented in the PY 101 class. The lab must be taken the same semester as the class for this course to count as a lab science. Corequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 102 - Personal and Social Awareness (3)
This course is aimed at providing a didactic and experiential opportunity for students to develop knowledge and ability in the areas of self and social awareness. Topics include taking responsibility for oneself, development of personal identity and life-long learning strategies, and considering attitudes towards health in the areas of physical function, relationships and family, work, finances and spiritual traditions. The course addresses both the cognitive and affective aspects of learning with an emphasis on critical thinking, specifically with respect to discerning implication and application of newly acquired learning.
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PY 202 - Survey of Human Growth and Development (3)
The principles related to growth and development from birth to death. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 203 - Human Sexuality (3)
The medical, biological, psychological, sociological aspects of human sexuality.
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PY 215 - Psychology of the Workplace (3)
This course is an overview of the field of industrial/organizational psychology. This includes the study of psychological methods to increase organizational effectiveness and employee wellbeing. Specific topics will include theories and application of work motivation, leadership, personnel psychology, personalities at work, human factors and ergonomics, job stress, and diversity in the workplace.
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PY 250 - Stress Management (3)
This course explores stress, its origins and its relationship to physiological, behavioral and emotional reactions. The impact of unmanaged stress is studied and stress-reduction methods are practiced. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 290 - Death, Dying and Loss (3)
The study of death and dying centers around issues that are rooted in the human experience. This course will explore the psychological and behavioral aspects of death and dying. Through readings, discussion, media presentations, fieldwork, and case studies, students will gain knowledge and understanding of psychosocial issues surrounding reactions to death and behavior patterns. These include coping with recent or impending death, attitudes toward death and dying, the fear of death, and children’s response to death. Cultural issues, health care and legal issues will also be included.
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PY 295 - Understanding Research in the Social Sciences (3)
Research methods and designs used in social sciences research will be examined. Emphasis will be placed having students become informed consumers of research on having students be able to understand and critically evaluate published research. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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PY 301 - Research Methods (3)
Research methods and designs used in psychological and health care research will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the design and refinement of workable quantitatively based individual research projects. This course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn the basic principles of research. Upon completion of the course, the student will be a more enlightened consumer of research and should be able to prepare a research project. Prerequisite(s): MS 205 Corequisite(s): PY 301L
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PY 301L - Research Methods Lab (1)
This is the laboratory course associated with PY 301, and it is required of all students taking PY 301. The course involves the use of the statistical software SPSS or SAS. Students learn to set up data sets, carry out descriptive and inferential statistical analyses on data sets, and create graphs appropriate for the data being used. Corequisite(s): PY 301
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PY 306 - Psychology of Learning (3)
An in-depth study of the history and current state of learning principles in psychology, including learning-related processes such as perception, memory, attention, and conditioning as well as practical applications of these principles to behavior modification. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
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