2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 07, 2024  
2017-2018 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

OCTH 430 - Movement Analysis and Occupation


Credits: Four (4)
Prerequisite: BIOL-301
Corequisite: OCTH-430L and OCTH-325

This course analyzes purposeful human movement. An in-depth look at joint structure and function provides insight into how muscles act upon joints to create movement. The course emphasizes hands-on skill acquisition in goniometry and manual muscle testing with functional applications across the life span. Strength, joint range, and dexterity and posture will be analyzed in terms of occupational performance. Principles of ergonomics are discussed; assessment and intervention are introduced for multiple work-place environments.