PTAE 107 Kinesiology*

The study of human movement and the functional anatomy of the human body are learned in this course. The framework of musculoskeletal anatomy, muscle stabilization, balance, and function in daily activities is applied to physical therapy care. Normal and abnormal mechanics of body movement is explored. Students analyze tasks that span from simple activities of daily living to more complex occupational and athletic tasks. Includes lab. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are eligible to register for this course. Corequisites: PTAE 101, PTAE 110, PTAE 113.

Credits

2.00 Credits

PTAE 107Kinesiology*

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

2.00 Credits

III. Catalog Course Description

The study of human movement and the functional anatomy of the human body are learned in this course. The framework of musculoskeletal anatomy, muscle stabilization, balance, and function in daily activities is applied to physical therapy care. Normal and abnormal mechanics of body movement is explored. Students analyze tasks that span from simple activities of daily living to more complex occupational and athletic tasks. Includes lab. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are eligible to register for this course. Corequisites: PTAE 101, PTAE 110, PTAE 113.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Understand the foundation of how the body moves via arthrokinematics, osteokinematics and how they relate to a multi-system approach.
• Describe anatomical structures, movements, systems and relate them to clinical terminology and patient care.
• Develop a strong palpatory skill set and be able to differentiate between soft tissue, bone and other anatomical structures.
• Discuss the roles and correlation between the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system with a clear and concise understanding of how they relate to each other.
• Understand the foundations of gait, the gait cycle with the ability to discuss the anatomy and biomechanics involved with each segment and phase of gait.
• Develop a clear plan for patient respect, draping and appropriate touch.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies