This course will address functional anatomy, surface anatomy with palpation, arthrology, biomechanics, pathologies related to the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Both normal motion and pathological motion will be addressed. Students will gain competence in surface anatomy and palpation skills.

Prerequisite: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Corequisite: BIO 633, PT 602, PT 608, PT 630.

This course is designed to teach students to critically read and interpret the physical therapy scientific literature. Topics will include research design and statistical testing procedures commonly used in physical therapy. Students will review and critique current physical therapy articles utilizing the research designs and statistical testing procedures being studied.

Prerequisite: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Corequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 608, PT 630.

The course prepares physical therapy students to learn about themselves, others, and the environment in which they will interact with others as professionals. It addresses professionalism, self-awareness, communication, cultural competence, ethics, documentation, and end-of-life care. This course assists students with transitioning into their professional roles.

Note: Graduate Writing Intensive (GWI) course that is part of the Writing Enriched Curriculum (WEC) of the program; open to Physical Therapy majors only

Corequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 630.

This course is first in a three course sequence focused on acquisition and integration of knowledge and skills needed to manage patients with movement dysfunction caused by neurological damage (Refered to in the Guide as Neuromuscular Practice Patterns). Focus is on development and implementation of plans of care based on sound evaluative, treatment and problem-solving skills.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 625, PT 626, PT 636, PT 640, PT 646.

This course, the first of three, focuses on acquisition, integration, knowledge and skills involved in developing and implementing a patient management plan for the patient with musculoskeletal dysfunction based on sound evaluative findings. Lectures address etiology, signs and symptoms, medical, surgical, and physical therapy management of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Labs address skill development for performing evaluation and interventions safely and effectively. The course addresses the management of lower extremity dysfunction.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 624, PT 626, PT 636, PT 640, PT 646.

This course presents theory, demonstration and laboratory practice in physical therapy modalities and techniques including thermal agents, hydrotherapy, ultrasound (US), ultraviolet, diathermy and massage. Theory, demonstration and practice using electrical modalities are included. Case studies will be utilized for decision making in the proper application of modalities based on current research evidence, knowledge of indications, contradictions and physiologic effects.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 624, PT 625, PT 636, PT 640, PT 646.

This course is designed to promote the understanding and application of fundamental disease processes in clinical settings. General concepts of disease, including etiology, pathogenesis, morphology, and clinical significance are discussed within the context of cases. General pathophysiology concepts include: cell injury, necrosis, inflammation, wound healing and neoplasia. These concepts are applied in a systems-orientated approach to disease processes affecting musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, renal, nervous, gastrointestinal, immune, hematological and endocrine systems.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.

Corequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 608.

This course explores normal and pathological aging and the implications of both on Physical therapist practice. It will explore the ramifications of aging components of patient management interventions including major practice patterns: musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentry. It will also explore how aging may impact patient teaching.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630,PT 632, PT 634, PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 640, PT 646.

This course is a continuation of Physical Therapy Interventions I. This course focuses on the presentation of selected topics in acute care and cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy. Students will learn how to perform appropriate and comprehensive examinations, interpret the examination findings as well as design and implement a plan of care based upon the next available evidence.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, and PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 636, PT 646

This course focuses on the presentation of selected topics in acute care and cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy. The course includes a discussion of common pathologies in the cardiopulmonary system and those associated with an acute care setting, as well as common medical tests, laboratory tests, surgical procedures and pharmacological interventions used with this patient population.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 636 and PT 638.

Corequisite: PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 640.

This seminar is the first designed for advanced study and mentoring in physical therapy research. Students will be participating in faculty-directed research projects. Students' activities will vary depending on the faculty member and research project being conducted. Students are required to perform at least 50 hours of activities toward the directed research project to receive credit for this course. This course satisfies one of two requirements for selected seminars in the curriculum.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 608, PT 630

This seminar is the third designed for advanced study and mentoring in physical therapy research. Students will be participating in faculty directed research projects. Students' activities will vary depending on the faculty member and research project being conducted. Students are required to perform at least 50 hours of activities toward the directed research project to receive credit for this course. This course satisfies one of two requirements for selected in the DPT curriculum.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 608, PT 630

This seminar laboratory experience focuses on pediatric patient management. The lab will allow students to research and apply evidence-based practice and gain advanced hands-on practice in pediatric physical therapy. This course is best suited for students planning a career in pediatric patient management. The course satisfies one of two requirements for selected seminars in the curriculum.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 627, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 636, PT 638, PT 640, PT 644, PT 645, PT 646, PT 648, PT 662, PT 669.

Corequisite: PT 663, PT 664, PT 665, PT 668, PT 680, PT 690.

This seminar laboratory experience focuses on adult neuromuscular patient management. The laboratory will allow students to research and apply evidence-based practice and gain advanced hands-on practice in adult neurorehabilitation. Students will also serve as mentors for the Mock Clinic portion of PT 624. This course satisfies one of two requirements for selected seminars in the curriculum.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 627, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 636, PT 638, PT 640, PT 646, PT 644, PT 645, PT 648, PT 662, PT 669.

Corequisite: PT 663, PT 664, PT 665, PT 668, PT 680, PT 690.

This course focuses on the management of patients with integumentary impairments and their related sequelae. Topics include post-surgical management of patients with amputations, prosthetics, and management of the patient with a wound or burn injury. Lecture, case presesentation, video demonstrations, and laboratory activities will be used to develop patient management skills.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 614, 618, 620, 622, 624, 625, 626, 627, 630, 632, 634, 636, 638, 640, 644, 645, 646, 648, 662, 669 and 695A.

Corequisite: PT 664, PT 665, PT 668, PT 680, PT 690.

This course is the third part of a three course series focusing on the acquisition and integration of knowledge and skills involved in developing and implementing a treatment plan based on sound evaluative findings for the patient with neurological dysfunction. In this course, the focus is on the pediatric patient with neurological dysfunction. Case presentation, video demonstrations, and actual patient contact will be used to develop evaluation, treatment, and problem-solving skills.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy Majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 627, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 636, PT 638, PT 640, PT 644, PT 645, PT 646, PT 648, PT 662, PT 669 and PT 695A.

Corequisite: PT 663, PT 665, PT, 668, PT 680, PT 690.

This course builds on the foundational intervention techniques established for management of the patient with musculoskeletal dysfunction in PT 625 and PT 645. It will address additional manual therapy skills and students will apply their developing skills under faculty supervision to patients referred from the Student Health Center. Students will be responsible for patient management of a case load including accurate documentation and submission of patient records to the Student Health Center.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy Majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620, PT 622, PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 627, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT 636, PT 638, PT 640, PT 644, PT 645, PT 646, PT 648, PT 662, PT 669, PT 695A.

Corequiste: PT 663, PT 664, PT 668, PT 690.

In this course, students will have professional practice behavior expectations and requirements previously introduced in other courses reinforced through the review of the American Physical Therapy Association documents: the Standard of Practice for Physical Therapy and the Code of Ethics, as well as the State of California's Physical Therapy Practice Act. Additionally, students will hear from other health care professionals on their expectations of the physical therapist's role on a health care team.

Note: Open to Physical Therapy majors only.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 614, 618, 620, 622, 624, 625, 626, 627, 630, 632, 634, 636, 638, 640, 644, 645, 646, 648, 662, 669 and 695A.

Corequisite: PT 663, PT 664, PT 665, PT 680, PT 690.

The Doctoral Project/Culminating Experience may include evidence-based practice projects, clinical research projects, or case reports consistent with the Chancellor's Office Executive Order. Culminating events must demonstrate students' understandings of the application of current evidence-based practice in a multicultural and complex health care environment. They must be of sufficient rigor to ensure students' demonstrations of critical and independent thinking and abilities to interpret the research literature and apply to current physical therapist practice.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, PT 602, PT 604, PT 606, PT 608, PT 614, PT 618, PT 620,PT 622, PT 624, PT 625, PT 626, PT 627, PT 630, PT 632, PT 634, PT636, PT 638, PT 640, PT 644, PT 645, PT 646, PT 648, PT 662, PT 663, PT 664, PT665, PT 668, PT 669, PT 680, and PT 695A

The third full-time clinical education experience in the Doctor of Physical therapy (DPT) program curriculum totals 12 weeks of clinical education in an assigned clinical setting under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Students improve and refine patient management skills and abilities developed during their first eight semesters.

Notes: Open to Physical Therapy majors only who have successfully completed the first eight semesters of the DPT curriculum.

Prerequisite: BIO 633, PT 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 614, 618, 620, 622, 624, 625, 626, 627, 630, 632, 634, 636, 638, 640, 644, 645, 646, 648, 669, 689, 663, 664, 665, 668, 690, 695A, and 695B.