OTHA 1309 - Human Structure and Function in Occupational Therapy

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
Study of the biomechanics of human motion. Emphasis on the musculoskeletal system including skeletal structure, muscles and nerves, and biomechanical assessment procedures.
Prerequisite: College Level Readiness in Reading AND Writing; Departmental approval
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Identify human skeletal structure by bones, boney landmarks, and muscles. 2 - Analyze human motion by muscle function, innervation, and kinetics related to functional outcomes. 3 - Identify normal and abnormal movement. 4 - Evaluate joint range of motion and muscle strength. 5 - Demonstrate an understanding of normal and abnormal movement patterns. 6 - Demonstrate effective documentation of assessment findings. 7 - Demonstrate skills learned on measurement of joint range of motion and muscle strength. 8 - Identify optimal and alternate positions for muscle testing. 9 - Identify pertinent landmarks for purposes of musculoskeletal assessment. 10 - Identify the joint ranges and muscle strength necessary for functional performance of daily activities. 11 - Understand the basic principles of musculoskeletal assessment, articular function, and movement.