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PHIL 3320 - Ethics in Public/Private Life Credits: 3
Exploration of the major currents in Western ethical thought, with application to contemporary ethical controversies. Special emphasis is placed upon entering into rational dialogue with moral views other than one’s own. Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107 GEP
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PHIL 3330 - Ethics/Technology 21st Century Credits: 3
Introduces the student to the major ethical theories in their historical context and examines technological advances and their ethical implications in two major fields: information technology and biomedical technology. Areas of inquiry include the effects of the Internet and immediate access to information on society and the implications of the human genome project, genetic engineering, and cloning on family planning and health. Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
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PHIL 3332 - Biomedical Ethics Credits: 3
Ethical issues in medicine, medical research, and biotechnology; relations within the health team, informed consent; wellness and illness; right to health care; moral implications of bioengineering.
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PHIL 3334 - Environmental Ethics Credits: 3
Theories of the environment; alternative views of our responsibility for the environment, including deep ecology; environmental vs. economic values; methods of resolving environmental issues.
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PHIL 3340 - Philosophy of Sport Credits: 3
Does the meaning of sport lie in the pleasure of the English gentleman or the egolessness of the Zen master? What do athletes mean when they speak of “expressing” or “realizing” themselves? Can we speak of ourselves as living through our bodies in the same way that we speak of ourselves as living through our intellect or our aesthetic sense? Is sport a metaphor for life? Prereq: Sophomore standing.
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PHIL 3360 - Social and Political Philosophy Credits: 3
An examination of theories of society and the state that have significantly influenced Western thought from Plato to Aquinas to Rawls. A comparison of religious and secular understandings of liberal democracy and the state more generally is emphasized. HONORS SECTION: Designed to enable Honors students to explore the perennial questions of social and political thought through the most significant thinkers, both traditional and contemporary, of Western civilization. GEP
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PHIL 4200 - Metaphysics and Epistemology Credits: 3
This course will cover the most important issues and views in metaphysics and epistemology (two of the three fundamental disciplines within philosophy), paying particular attention to historically important views, debates, and transitions. The section on epistemology will cover debates over the nature and sources of knowledge and rational belief, with reference to the threat of skepticism posed by skeptical scenarios and the regress problem. The section on metaphysics will cover debates over the fundamental nature of reality, such as debates over universals, time and change, necessity and possibility, personal identity, and/or free will. Prereq: PHIL 2200 3 lecture hours
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PHIL 4400 - Senior Project in Philosophy and Religion Credits: 3
Independent research project on some aspect of the interrelationship between philosophy and religion. This can include topics related to philosophy and religion that also involve other areas of human inquiry, such as natural science, the behavioral sciences, philosophy of education, or topics in professional studies.
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PHIL 4999 - Special Topics in Philosophy Credits: 1-3
A seminar in selected topics in philosophy. Course content varies from year to year. May be repeated for credit.
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PHYS 2201 - Physics 1 (Mechanics and Energy) Credits: 4
Introduction to classical physics. Topics include Newton’s theory of motion and energy theory. 6 hours (lecture and lab combined) Prereq: MATH 1250 or MATH 1300 or higher or placement 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $ GEP
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PHYS 2202 - Physics 2 (Energy/Elec/Magnet) Credits: 4
Introduction to classical physics. Topics include electric and magnetic fields. 6 hrs. (lec and lab combined) 6 hrs. (lecture and lab combined) Prereq: PHYS 2201 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $ GEP
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PHYS 2210 - Introductory Astronomy Credits: 4
Course is a broad survey of all areas of astronomy at an introductory level, from practical astronomy to modern cosmology. Prereq: MATH 1020 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $ GEP
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PHYS 2211 - Calculus-Based Physics 1 Credits: 4
Introduction to classical physics. Topics include Newton’s theory of motion and energy theory. 6 hrs. (lecture and lab combined) Coreq: MATH 2120 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $ GEP
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PHYS 2212 - Calculus-Based Physics 2 Credits: 4
Introduction to classical physics. Topics include electric and magnetic fields. 6 hrs (lecture and lab combined) Prereq: PHYS 2211 3 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
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PHYS 2250 - Modern Physics Credits: 3
Introductory survey of modern physics, including spatial relationships, quantum mechanics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Prereq: PHYS 2212 or instructor permission.
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PHYS 2295 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3
Independent physics investigation under the direction of a faculty member. Prereq: Faculty Consent Required. $
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PHYS 2999 - Special Topics in Physics Credits: 1-3
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. May include a lab.
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PHYS 3000 - Intermediate Laboratory Credits: 2
Fundamental experiments in physics. Experiments include electron diffraction and photoelectric effect. Prereq: MATH 2130 and PHYS 2212 4 lab hours $
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PHYS 3010 - Thermodynamics Credits: 3
First and second laws of thermodynamics; statistical thermodynamics. Prereq: MATH 2130 and PHYS 2212 3 lecture hours
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PHYS 3020 - Mechanics Credits: 3
Newtonian mechanics, general motion of particles in three dimensions and the motion of rigid bodies in three dimensions. Prereq: MATH 2130 and PHYS 2212 3 lecture hours
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PHYS 3310 - Observational Astronomy Credits: 3
Course is a project-oriented class. Students work in groups on long-term assignments in observational astronomy. Prereq: PHYS 2210 or any algebra-based or calculus-based physics course. 2 lecture hours 3 lab hours $
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PHYS 4000 - Electricity and Magnestism Credits: 3
Electric and magnetic fields, potentials, Gauss’ Law, Faraday’s Law and other topics. Prereq: PHYS 3010 and PHYS 3020 3 lecture hours
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PHYS 4010 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: 3
The basics of quantum mechanics and an introduction to approximation methods. Prereq: PHYS 2250 and PHYS 3000 3 lecture hours
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PHYS 4495 - Undergraduate Research Credits: 1-4
Independent physics investigation under the direction of a faculty member. Prereq: Junior or senior standing and instructor permission. $
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PHYS 4999 - Special Topics in Physics Credits: 1-3
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. May include a lab. Prereq: Junior or senior standing or instructor permission.
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POLS 1010 - Intro to Political Science Credits: 3
This course, required for all Social Science majors, explains the fundamentals of the field of political science and offers introductory treatments on the four subfields of the discipline (i.e. political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and American government). GEP
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POLS 1110 - National Government Credits: 3
An analysis of the constitutional basis and development of American politics in light of classical democratic theory and contemporary practices; emphasis on the structures, processes, and functions of the national government.
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POLS 1210 - Introduction to Comparative Politics Credits: 3
Comparative politics is a method of analysis that evaluates similarities and differences among political systems in order to develop general conclusions about political phenomena. The study of politics beyond U.S. borders helps place our own political system into perspective by highlighting alternatives to our own system and challenging the assumption that there is only one right way to organize political life. 3 lecture hours
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POLS 1310 - Introduction to Political Theory Credits: 3
Political theory is a diverse field comprising numerous traditions and approaches to the study of human - especially political - affairs. In this course you will engage with three important topics of concern to all of us today: toleration, justice, and liberty. This engagement occurs through reading (excerpts from) canonical texts as well as through activities designed to give you a chance to use the skills and concepts you are learning in thinking about contemporary political issues and problems. 3 lecture hours
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POLS 1410 - Introduction to International Relations Credits: 3
This course will look at the major concerns, issues, and actors that characterize world politics and examine various theoretical explanations for state behaviors, such as realism, liberalism, and constructivism. We will use these theories to analyze the forces that affect state behavior and address some of the most pressing questions in international relations. In order to understand connections among states, we will explore vital topics such as war, cooperation, international law, political economy, terrorism, human rights, and the forms of conflict that characterize the international system. 3 lecture hours
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POLS 2310 - Contemporary Political Ideologies Credits: 3
Surveys major political theories, movements, and regimes and how they shape attitudes, beliefs, and political practice of societies across the world. Prereq: POLS 1310
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POLS 2500 - Research Methods in Political Science Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the process of political science research. Whereas most other political science courses examine the findings of political science researchers, POLS2500 examines the processes used to generate those findings. In that respect, it is more similar to the lab of a science course than to other undergraduate political science courses. Prereq: MATH 1500 3 lecture hours
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POLS 2999 - Topics in Government Credits: 1-3
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. Repeatable for credit.
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POLS 3110 - United States Foreign Policy Credits: 3
The conceptual bases underlying the development of post-World War II foreign policy, its changing concerns, and its various modes of policy implementation in selected cases and geographic areas (e.g., the Cold War, the Third World, and North/South issues). Prereq: POLS 1101
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POLS 3120 - Mass Media Politics Credits: 3
A study of the globalization of the media and its effects on local, national, and international politics; economics; and socialization processes in the United States and other nations. Prereq: POLS 1101
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POLS 3130 - National Policy Issues Credits: 3
Study of the politics of policy formation and implementation by the national government in selected areas (e.g. foreign policy, welfare, political economy, and environment). Prereq: POLS1101
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POLS 3220 - Third World Politics Credits: 3
The individual and collective study of the causes of development and underdevelopment, crisis politics, and the prospects for the future of nations in Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Prereq: POLS 1210 GEP
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POLS 3230 - European Politics Credits: 3
Examines the historical, political, and economic realities of selected nations from an individual and a cross-national perspective with additional attention to the current European Economic Community’s supranational integration development process. Prereq: POLS 1210
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POLS 3240 - Women and Politics Credits: 3
Studies women’s political, social, economic, and legal status in the United States and abroad. Prereq: POLS 1210
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POLS 3320 - Classical and Medieval Political Theory Credits: 3
This course will investigate the political thought of ancient Greece and Rome; as well as, pre-modern Europe including the ancient Athenian polis, the political philosophies of Plato and Aristotle, Roman politics and Christian theology.
Prereq: POLS 1310 3 lecture hours
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POLS 3330 - American Political Thought Credits: 3
America’s greatest contribution to political thought may be the idea of America itself. How that idea took shape is an extraordinary and ongoing story. The founding of the United States of America is marked by a debate in which multiple and competing ideas of governance and statehood clash and combine. This course will provide an introduction to American Political Thought. We will examine key thinkers, in their own words, and explore the ideas and debates that helped to shape the American experience and the “idea” of America. Prereq: POLS 1310 3 lecture hours
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POLS 3410 - International Political Economy Credits: 3
Introduces students to thinking about the growing interdependence and complex interrelationships of states, firms, markets and societies. Students will learn to evaluate these important changes from the perspectives of realism, liberalism and conflict theory and to view problems from a multi-disciplinary perspective, including economics, political science and sociology. Prereq: ECON 2202 and Junior standing.
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POLS 3420 - Global Politics Credits: 3
Emphasis on international conflict and cooperation, interdependency, and the increasing importance of economic and transnational relations in the contemporary world. A critical examination of a variety of analytic concepts concerning types of international systems and political behavior. Prereq: POLS 1410
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POLS 3999 - Special Topics in Government Credits: 1-3
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. Repeatable for credit.
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POLS 4110 - Constitutional Law Credits: 3
This course will examine a wide range of contemporary issues subject to Constitutional interpretation and thus introduce students to the Constitution, the fundamental concepts of Constitutional law, the role of the courts and the legal limitation on governmental policy making. There will be discussion and analysis on a number of topics such as separation of powers, freedom of speech, affirmative action, civil rights, campaign financing, privacy rights, abortion, capital punishment, gun control, and more. Students will be asked to consider current constitutional challenges and explore the relationship between law and society. Prereq: POLS 1110 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4120 - Ohio Law and State Politics Credits: 3
Upon completion of this course, students will attain knowledge about Ohio and other state governments and appreciate how, among many things, states: make more decision that affect the life of an average citizen than does the federal government; regulate many professions within a state; are responsible for determining the proper representation of the electorate at the federal, state, and local levels; oversee federally mandated programs; and regulate spending over a wide variety of items from road construction to public universities. Prereq: POLS 1110 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4130 - Politics of Appalachia Credits: 3
Politics of Appalachia provides a survey of political, economic, and cultural events and ideas that have shaped the political and developmental landscape of the region. This course will begin to look at the construct of “Appalachia” from a political, geographic, cultural, and economic perspective. In addition to the texts, primary source materials and scholarly research will be examined. Prereq: POLS 1110 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4179 - Senior Seminar in Political Science Credits: 3
This class is first and foremost a capstone seminar in political science which culminates in writing a professional research paper of sufficient quality to satisfy the major’s requirement. The course will be themed to reflect a current or historical aspect of politics. Prereq: POLS 2500 and Senior Political Science majors only. 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4240 - Middle Eastern Politics and Institutions Credits: 3
The Middle East is probably the most polarized and polarizing are of the world today. Following September 11, 2001 world politics has focused on the Middle East with good reason. U.S. involvement in Iraq is contentious and dangerous. The Iranian regime displays unprecedented levels of belligerence. The conflict between Israel and Palestine commands world headlines. This class is designed to give students the tools to analyze these situations capably. Prereq: POLS 1210 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4310 - Communism, Fascism, and Democracy Credits: 3
This course addresses the nature and problems of the political system we conventionally label “democracy” and the two primary historical challenges to democracy in the 20th century in the form of “twin totalitarianism”, i.e. fascism and communism (or state socialism). The approach taken in this course is to bring together the ways in which theory and ideology, as well as actual practice, have shaped contemporary democracy and its primary challengers in the 20th century. Prereq: POLS 1310 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4320 - Political Islam Credits: 3
This course will introduce students to the study of Islamic fundamentalism through taking up the question of the relationship of Islam and politics in the contemporary world. It will focus on the political implications of the emergence of Islam as a major world religion, and on its use as a force in politics by Islamist groups by examining it rise, teachings, practices, metamorphoses, debates, and polemics. Prereq: POLS 1310 3 lecture hours
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POLS 4410 - State of the World Credits: 3
A critical analysis of the relationship between humans and their physical environment at the local, regional, and global level. Surveys issues, identifies problems, and examines actual and possible solutions pertinent to this relationship by utilizing an interdisciplinary approach incorporating students’ backgrounds from previous Social Science courses. Prereq: POLS 1410 and Junior standing
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POLS 4420 - International Relations: Model United Nations & Arab League Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is two-fold. First, it is to familiarize the student with the League of Arab States, its governing bodies, and its role in the International Community and in Arab Affairs. Second, is to prepare the student to participate in a diplomatic simulation of the politics of the Arab World at the Model Arab League [MAL], the Southeast Regional Model Arab League [SERMAL], the National University Model Arab League [NUMAL]. Preparation involves the student learning about two specific countries that they will represent during the conference, learning about and synthesizing that country’s policy on specific topics, and learning how to be the most effective delegate in the room with students representing 22+ Arab states. Prereq: POLS 1410 3 lecture hours
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PSCI 2251 - Physical Science by Inquiry 1 Credits: 4
An inquiry-based (lab-oriented) course in the physical sciences designed primarily for students who expect to teach the physical sciences (K-12) or those who learn better with a hands on approach to sciences. Topics include properties of matter (mass, volume, density, concentration, and solubility), heat and temperature (calorimetry, phase change, and heat transfer) thermal properties of matter (heat capacity and specific heat), light and color (light, shadows, and pigments), and astronomy (solar system, solar motion, and lunar phases). 6 lab hours $ GEP
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PSCI 2252 - Physical Science by Inquiry 2 Credits: 4
A continuation of PSCI 2251. Topics include electric circuits (current, voltage, power, energy, and DC circuits), light and optics (refraction, reflection, and image formation), kinematics (motion, velocity, and acceleration), and astronomy (celestial system, planets, and seasons). 6 lab hours $ GEP
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PSCI 2295 - Independent Study Credits: 1-4
Independent physical science investigation under the direction of a faculty member. $
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PSCI 2999 - Topics in Physical Science Credits: 1-4
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. May include a lab.
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PSYC 1101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
Survey of topics in experimental and clinical psychology, including physiological bases of behavior, sensation, perception, learning, memory, human development, social processes, personality and abnormal. 3 lecture hours $ GEP
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PSYC 1130 - Lifespan Dev for Health Sciences Credits: 3
Survey of the factors affecting human growth and development throughout the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, social and personality development. Please Note: This course is for non-majors ONLY. Credit is only offered for one of PSYC 1130 or 2130. Prereq: PSYC 1101 3 lecture hours $
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PSYC 2120 - Quantitative Mthds in Psychology Credits: 3
Examination of statistical procedures that are commonly used in psychological research. Data is collected and analyzed using statistical software. Taught in a computer lab. Prereq: MATH 1500 and PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 2121 - Experimental Psychology Credits: 3
Fundamental research skills are developed with an emphasis on experimental control and research design. Students design and conduct an independent research project. Prereq: PSYC 2120 $
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PSYC 2130 - Child and Adolescent Psychology Credits: 3
Study of the course of development from infancy through the adolescent period with emphasis on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development. Please Note: Credit is only offered for one of PSYC 1130 or PSYC 2130. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 2170 - Educational Psychology Credits: 3
Psychological foundations of education with emphasis on the teacher as a person and professional, the characteristics of developing students, learning, motivation, discipline, and evaluation strategies. Prereq: PSYC 1101 and PSYC2130 $
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PSYC 3110 - Psychological Tests and Measures Credits: 3
Study of the nature, construction, and use of tests and measurements in education, industry, government, and clinical practice, including aptitude, ability, achievement, and personality tests. Prereq: PSYC 1101 and either MATH 1100 or MATH 1500 $
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PSYC 3111 - Learning and Memory Credits: 3
Study of learning including classical and operant conditioning, social learning theory, information processing, and nature of memory. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3130 - Psychology of the Adult Credits: 3
Study of adulthood from the end of adolescence through late adulthood and death with emphasis on age-related changes in physical, cognitive, social and emotional functioning. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3131 - Death and Dying Credits: 3
Study of the process of death and grieving with focus on coming to terms with one’s own mortality, skills for working with the terminally ill and their families, understanding the social implications of death in American society, and the ethical, legal, and philosophical issues surrounding death. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3140 - Social Psychology Credits: 3
Study of the behavior of individuals as influenced by social groups and culture. Examines group dynamics, leadership, attitudes, and group conflict. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3141 - Personality Credits: 3
Study of the major theories of human personality including psychodynamic, humanistic, behavioral, cognitive, trait, and biological/evolutionary theories. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3142 - Gender Psychology Credits: 3
Study of sex and gender including observations, theories, research, and effects of gender and sex. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3143 - Psychology of Women Credits: 3
Multicultural study of the psychology of women including the contributions by historical and contemporary women psychologists and the research and theories exploring the issues and experiences of women. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3144 - Juvenile Delinquency Credits: 3
This course explores juvenile offenders, the role of theory in developing our understanding of them and their offenses, and our societal efforts to better manage delinquency. Prereq: PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 or SOSC 1110 $
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PSYC 3150 - Neurobiology of Behavior Credits: 3
Study of multiple aspects of human and animal neuroscience including neurotransmission, neurophysiology, with a focus on the effects on behavior. Prereq: Either BIOL 1130 or BIOL 1151 and either BIOL 1131 or PSYC 2121 $
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PSYC 3151 - Sensation and Perception Credits: 3
Study of the physiological processes of sensation including vision, hearing, taste, smell, and touch, and the psychological process of perception. Prereq: BIOL 1130 and PSYC 1101 or BIOL 1151 $
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PSYC 3152 - Cognitive Neuroscience Credits: 3
Study of how biological processes give rise to mental phenomenon. Explores cognitive effects of brain damage, mechanisms of attention, and theories of memory and consciousness. Prereq: PSYC 3150 $
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PSYC 3160 - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
Study of psychopathology including the history, epidemiology, etiology, and treatment of mental illnesses including anxiety, mood, psychotic, personality, eating, physical, and substance abuse disorders. Prereq: PSYC 2130 $
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PSYC 3161 - Health Psychology Credits: 3
Study of the impact of psychological variables on physical health including the treatment and management of physical ailments through the use of psychological techniques. Prereq: PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 3170 - History of Psychology Credits: 3
Exploration of the history of psychology as a scientific discipline, including philosophical and scientific antecedents, early psychological theorists, and modern psychological thought. Prereq: 12 or more PSYC credit hours. $
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PSYC 3999 - Special Topics in Psychology Credits: 1-6
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. $
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PSYC 4111 - Cognitive Psychology Credits: 3
Intensive study of cognition including perception, attention, knowledge representations, memory, and language. Prereq: MATH 1500 and PSYC 1101 $
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PSYC 4140 - Industrial/Organizational Psyc Credits: 3
Study of psychological processes that influence work behavior including management, organizational processes, productivity, worker satisfaction, and changes in the workplace. Prereq: PSYC 1101 and PSYC 2120 $
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PSYC 4150 - Physiology of Behavior Credits: 4
Study of neurophysiology and development of the technical skills needed to conduct neurophysiological research. Prereq: PSYC 3150 2 lecture hours 4 lab hours $
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PSYC 4151 - Evolutionary Psychology Credits: 3
Study of ethology and comparative psychology examining how evolutionary processes shape human behavior and society. Prereq: PSYC 1101 and either BIOL 1130 or BIOL 1151 $
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PSYC 4160 - Behavior Problems in Children Credits: 3
Study of psychopathology in childhood including research, epidemiology, etiology, and treatment of common childhood disorders including anxiety, attachment, mood, psychotic, disruptive behavior, physical, and pervasive developmental disorders, as well as, mental retardation. Prereq: PSYC 2130 or PSYC 3160 or PSYC 151 (under quarters) $
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PSYC 4161 - Counseling Psychology Credits: 3
Study of the basic theories and concepts of counseling psychology, and in-depth practice of basic clinical skills. This course involves intensive role-playing situations. Prereq: Senior Only and Faculty Consent Required. $
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PSYC 4179 - Psych Study of Contemp Problems Credits: 3
An in-depth analysis of current social and political issues, problems, and controversies utilizing a psychological perspective and framework. This course provides an opportunity to place the field of psychology into an interdisciplinary context. Oral and written presentations of a persuasive paper are required. This course satisfies the capstone requirement of the General Education Program (GEP). Prereq: PSYC 2121 and all prior GEP requirements. Senior Only. $
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PSYC 4185 - Psychological Internship Credits: 3
On-the-job training in a psychologically-oriented field. Prereq: PSYC 3141 and PSYC 3160 or PSYC 4160; a grade of C or better in each course is required. $
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PSYC 4195 - Student Research in Psychology Credits: 1-6
Independent laboratory or field work under the supervision of an instructor. Prereq: PSYC 2121 and faculty consent. $
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PSYC 4999 - Special Topics in Psychology Credits: 1-6
Individual or small-group study, under the supervision of instructor, of topics not otherwise available to students. $
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PTAT 1111 - Introduction to Physical Therapy Credits: 2
The purpose, philosophy, history and development of the physical therapy profession, including the function of the American Physical Therapy Association. The development of the Physical Therapist Assistant, duties, function, legal responsibilities and scope of practice, including medical ethics and standard documentation. Emphasis on the Twelve Core Professional Values of Physical Therapy from the 2006 PTA Normative Model; such as altruism, duty, integrity, and accountability. Communication, teaching and learning, cultural sensitivity, rural health care, relational conflict management, wellness and disability models are taught. Students will be trained in OSHA, HIPAA, as well as discussion on the psychosocial aspects of care. 2 lecture hours
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PTAT 1113 - Reg Studies in Movement/Sci. Lab Credits: 3
A laboratory course designed to provide a regional study of the detailed palpation of bone and muscular structure, as well as learning the application of strength testing and range of motion for each region of the body. This course will accompany a lecture course and apply hands-on study of gait, work, force, body composition, and muscle length as it applies to physical therapy. Proper documentation of data collection and legal care will be emphasized. Prereq: AHNR 1104 and BIOL 3630 or SSES 3050; and admission in PTA Program. $
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PTAT 1114 - Reg Stud.s in Movement/Sci Conc. Credits: 3
A regional study of kinesiology designed to assist in the development of a PTA. An introduction into motor control and a detailed study of human movement is presented. Normal biomechanics of movement in all planes and for all joints will be emphasized. Data collection and standard documentation are included to assure safe and legal care. Prereq: AHNR 1104 and BIOL 3630 or SSES 3050; and admission to PTA Program. 3 lecture hours $
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PTAT 1115 - P.T. in Physical Dysfunction Credits: 3
Study of human disease and the pathology of the systems of the body as it relates to physical therapy. This study will include an overview of etiology, signs and symptoms, and medical/therapeutic interventions for each pathology studied. An introduction to the Guide to PT Practice and study of disability/wellness models will be included. Prereq: PTAT 1111 and admission to the PTA program. $
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PTAT 1155 - PTA Seminar I Credits: 1
Introductory discussion of current topics in seminar lecture regarding CPI, standard medical documentation/data collection, treatment interventions, ethical standards, and legal requirements governing practice of physical therapy in the state of Ohio with the standard and difficult patients. Prereq: PTAT 1230 and PTAT 1231 and acceptance into PTA program 1 lecture hours $
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PTAT 1230 - PTA Procedures Laboratory Credits: 2
This laboratory course is designed to provide hands-on learning experiences for the PTA student. Topics covered will be patient skills, universal precautions, isolation techniques, patient positioning, physical modalities, mechanical modalities, and electrical stimulation. Students will be required to demonstrate safe treatment techniques in all topics and be able to verbalize indications/contraindications for treatments. Safe and legal documentation and data collection will be included for each topic. Prereq: PTAT 1111 and admission to PTA Program. 6 lab hours $
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PTAT 1231 - PTA Therapeutic Concepts Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide theory and appropriate application of PT procedures discussed in PTAT1230. Topics covered will be patient skills, universal precautions, isolation techniques, patient positioning, physical modalities, mechanical modalities, and electrical stimulation. Safe and legal documentation and data collection will be included for each topic. Prereq: PTAT 1111 and admission to the PTA Program. 3 lecture hours $
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PTAT 2230 - Rehab.Proc Cardiopul/Musculo Lab Credits: 2
This course is designed to be a loboratory experience specific to cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal dysfunction. Students will learn how to apply didactic knowledge into clinical intervention for patients having musculoskeletal/cardiopulmonary dysfunction. Specific topics covered will include range of motion, strength training, balance training, flexibility training, and coordination training for all PT settings as it relates to cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal dysfunction. Additional topics covered include women’s health considerations and industrial rehabilitation. There is special emphasis placed on appropriate treatment progression and safe and legal documentation and data collection. Prereq: PTAT 1113, PTAT 1114, PTAT 1115, PTAT 1230, and PTAT 1231; and admission to the PTA Program. 6 lab hours $
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PTAT 2231 - Rehab Concepts/Cardiopul/Musculo Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide conceptual knowledge of cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal dysfunction, and to provide the student with appropriate rationale and research to support clinical intervention. Topics covered in this course include systematic regional review of musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary disorders. Theory and relevance for progressive resistance exercise, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic activities, and special tests that are commonly used will be provided for each region studied. Data collection and standard documentation to support safe and legal care will be emphasized. Prereq: PTAT 1113, PTAT 1114, PTAT 1115, PTAT 1230, PTAT 1231; and admission to PTA Program. 3 lecture hours $
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PTAT 2235 - PT Trends and Admin Procedures Credits: 2
The identification of administrative components including budgeting, cost-containment strategies and outcome measures will be studied. Understanding of clinical research will be introduced to better equip students to be evidence-based practitioners. The history and influence of health care systems will be discussed from a standpoint of government-funded programs, private insurance (HMO, MCO), and self-payment. Students will be given instruction and practice on the skills for resume writing and self-promotion. Students will be required to demonstrate competent and safe standards of documentation and data collection. Prereq: Admission to PTA program. Coreq: PTAT 2231, PTAT2241 2 lecture hours
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