Familiarizes students with the functions, policies and services of the University, College and Department and includes an exploration of related allied health professions. A comprehensive study of human cadaver anatomy with emphasis on the nervous, skeletal, muscle, and circulatory systems. An anatomical and physiological study of nervous system covering those topics pertinent to the practice of occupational therapy. OT 320 Occupational Development 3 cr Study of human occupational development, including developmentally appropriate roles, tasks and activities. Covers prenatal period through adolescence and young adulthood through senescence and death.
Emphasis is on normal human development, with some consideration of abnormal development.
Overview of components of philosophy and consideration of several major philosophies with emphasis upon their application to occupational therapy practice. Includes discussion of the professional association's official statements on the philosophy of occupational therapy. I 3 cr Etiology, diagnostic procedures, medical management and prognosis of selected disorders commonly referred for occupational therapy intervention. An overview of pharmacological principles and chemotherapeutic agents commonly used by individuals requiring occupational therapy services. 3 cr Introduction to the prevalent theories and fundamental concepts guiding occupational therapy.