May 06, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Physical Therapy (DPT) Courses


Physical Therapy

Courses

Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • DPT 701A - Anatomy for Physical Therapy I


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Admission to DPT program.
    Course Description: Advanced study of the structure and function of the neuro-musculoskeletal systems including surface contour, myology, joint structure, and neurovascular supply. Regional emphasis concentrates on the upper extremity.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours) Not open to students with credit in DPT 701A.
  • DPT 701B - Anatomy for Physical Therapy II


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 701A . Open to DPT graduate students only.
    Advanced study of the structure and function of the neuro-musculoskeletal systems including surface contour, myology, joint structure, and neurovascular supply. Regional emphasis concentrates on the lower extremity.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 701C - Anatomy for Physical Therapy III


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 701B . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Continuation of DPT 701A  and DPT 701B . Advanced study of the structure and function of the neuro-musculoskeletal systems with emphasis on surface contour, myology, joint structure, and neurovascular supply. Regional emphasis concentrates on the head, neck and trunk.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 703 - Neuroanatomy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 701A .  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite: DPT 701B .
    Human neuroanatomy with emphasis on the structure and function of the central nervous system, and connecting peripheral pathways for human function and movement. Neuroanatomical and vascular lesions will be discussed with emphasis on differential diagnosis and neuropathology.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 704 - Tissue Mechanics


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite: DPT 701A .
    Advanced study of tissue (bone, muscle, dense fibrous connective tissue, cartilage, nerve) mechanics and patho-mechanics including use and disuse with application to joint mechanics.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 705 - Biomechanical Principles


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DPT 701A , DPT 701B.   Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite(s): DPT 701C .
    Advanced study of joint mechanics and patho-mechanics with application to therapeutic procedures, posture and movement of the limbs, temporomandibular joint, neck and trunk.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 706 - Physiology for Therapists


    (4 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to the DPT program.
    Advanced study of the mechanisms of function of the organ systems of the human body and the contribution of these systems to organismal homeostasis. Systems studied include the nervous, endocrine, musculoskeletal, sensory, cardiovascular, respiratory and renal.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 6 hours)
  • DPT 707 - Physical Therapy Across the Life Span


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DPT 701A  and DPT 701B .  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite(s): DPT 701C .
    Investigation and analysis of human development across the lifespan with emphasis on body systems contributing to the development of movement. Also addresses health risks, preventive strategies and wellness, including gender issues.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 708 - Motor Learning and Motor Control


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program.
    Theories and models of motor control and mechanisms underlying plasticity related to functional movement across the lifespan. Theories and models of normal and impaired motor learning (implicit and explicit), including application of concepts to feedback and practice in physical therapy.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 709 - Exercise Science for Physical Therapy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DPT 701A , DPT 701B , DPT 701C , DPT 704 , DPT 706 .  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Study of systems challenged and altered by exercise in health and pathology. Includes exercise measurement, exercise prescription and intervention and strength and conditioning preparation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 710 - Pathology for Physical Therapy


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program.
    Advanced study of abnormal function as a result of disease. Includes general pathology and selected systems pathology, encompassing cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal, peripheral and central nervous systems, and integumentary systems.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 3 hours)
  • DPT 718 - Fundamentals of Physical Therapy


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: Admission to the DPT program.
    This course will expose students to the fundamental skills in physical therapy including clinical measurement, modalities, and functional mobility. 

    Letter grade only (A-F). (1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab).
  • DPT 720 - Professional Interactions


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program.
    Self-awareness of how personality, learning preferences, and personal values affect professional interactions. Includes effective communication, conflict resolution, and eliciting patient values and goals. Also, communicating with patients who have experienced disability, sexual dysfunction, or issues with coping or dying.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 3 hours)
  • DPT 721 - Professional Practice Issues


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 720 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Focus on professionalism and professional values including evidence-based practice, the critical analysis of evidence, and cultural competence. Also the role of the physical therapist in facilitation of health care behavior change and educating patients and the community.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 722 - Critical Thinking for Physical Therapy


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: DPT 720 , DPT 721 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Critical thinking models and activities to promote problem solving and decision making in the physical therapy setting.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour)
  • DPT 731 - Physical Therapy Principles of Acute Care


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DPT 701A , DPT 701B , DPT 701C , DPT 703 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Patient management in the acute care setting with emphasis on interpretation of laboratory values and physiological monitoring as the basis for functional training and use of assistive devices. Includes physical agents and introduction to wheelchair seating and positioning.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 732 - Examination of Individuals with Musculoskeletal Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 705 .  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist examination and evaluation for individuals with musculoskeletal disorders. Includes examination (history, screening, tests and measures), evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, anticipated goals, expected outcomes, re-examination, and criteria for discharge.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 733 - Interventions for Individuals with Musculoskeletal Disorders


    (4 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 705 , DPT 732 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Plan of care for the individual with musculoskeletal system disorders that is safe, effective and patient centered. Includes monitoring and adjusting plan of care, patient education, documentation, and use of supportive personnel.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 734 - Advanced Management of Individuals with Musculoskeletal Disorders


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 705 , DPT 732 , DPT 733 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist management of individuals with musculoskeletal disorders. Includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, expected outcomes, re-examination, and criteria for discharge. Includes safe, patient-centered plan of care, patient education, documentation, and use of supportive personnel.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 735 - Normal and Pathological Gait


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 705 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Kinematics and kinetics of normal and pathological gait with emphasis on critical analysis of gait deviations and their causes in preparation for intervention.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 736 - Management of Individuals with Orthotic and Prosthetic needs


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 732 , DPT 735 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    The prescription, application, and fabrication of devices and equipment (orthotic, prosthetic, supportive splinting, and taping).

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 737 - Sports Rehabilitation in Physical Therapy


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 734.  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapy examination, evaluation, and intervention for athletes with sport related injuries. Includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, expected outcomes, reexamination, and criteria for discharge.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (4 hours of activity)
  • DPT 740 - Evaluation of Individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 703 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist examination and evaluation for individuals with neuromuscular disorders. Includes examination (task and movement analysis, tests and measures for body structure and function, activity, and participation) evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, anticipated goals, expected outcomes, re-examination, and criteria for discharge.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 741 - Intervention for Individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders I


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 740 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite: DPT 782 .
    Intervention for individuals with disorders of the central neuromuscular system. Planning and implementation of plan of care that is safe, effective and patient centered; monitoring and adjusting plan of care; patient education; documentation; use of supportive personnel.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 2 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 742 - Advanced Management of Individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 741 , DPT 783.  Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist advanced management of individuals with complex central and peripheral neurologic disorders. Integrates and advances knowledge and skills related to evaluation and differential diagnosis; implementation of plan of care that is safe, effective, and patient centered; patient education.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/Discussion 1 hour; Laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 743 - Electroneuromyographic Management I


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite(s): DPT 701C  and DPT 703 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physiological and neurological basis for the selection of electroneuromyographic [ENMG] assessment and intervention in the management of neuromusculoskeletal and peripheral nerve disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 744 - Electroneuromyographic Management II


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 743 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physiological and neurological basis for the selection of electroneuromyographic [ENMG] assessment and intervention in the management of central nervous system and mixed central and peripheral nervous system disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 745 - Management of the Pediatric Population


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 707 , DPT 740 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist management of the pediatric individual with neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, expected outcomes, re-examination, and criteria for discharge. Includes safe,patient-centered plan of care, patient education, documentation, and use of supportive personnel.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 746 - Advanced Management of Individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: DPT 740 , DPT 741 , DPT 742 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist advanced management of individuals with complex neurologic disorders. Integrates and advances knowledge and skills related to evaluation and intervention. Includes community re-integration, home assessment, and management of the complex patient.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour)
  • DPT 750 - Imaging for Physical Therapists


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 710 , DPT 732 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Knowledge and skills of radiology and imaging necessary for a comprehensive evaluation to design a rehabilitation program. Includes roentgenograms, dynamic and static MRI, CT, scintillography, PET, ultrasound, bone densitometry, and radioisotopes.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 751 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapists


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program.
    Study of the method of action, indications, contraindications and side effects of drugs commonly used by patients seen in physical therapy. Includes knowledge and skills necessary to perform a comprehensive evaluation necessary to design a rehabilitation program.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/Discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 752 - Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapists


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 743 , DPT 750 , DPT 751 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Anatomical and physiological basis for patient screening to determine if referral to a medical doctor is required in the event that a medical condition supersedes or mimics a condition requiring physical therapy intervention.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 760 - Management of Individuals with Cardiopulmonary Disorders


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 706 , DPT 709 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapist management of individuals with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, expected outcomes, and criteria for re-examination and discharge. Includes safe, patient-centered plan of care, patient education, documentation and use of supportive personnel.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 765 - Management of Individuals with Integumentary Disorders


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 710 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical Therapy management of individuals with integumentary (skin) disorders including examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, re-examination and criteria for discharge.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 767 - Management of the Geriatric Population


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 733 , DPT 734 , DPT 741 , DPT 760 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Physical therapy management of the geriatric patient/client including examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention with anticipated goals, expected outcomes, criteria for discharge and reexamination.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hours, laboratory 3 hours)
  • DPT 768 - Clinical Pathophysiology


    (3 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 707 , DPT 710 , DPT 731 , DPT 750 , DPT 751 , DPT 752 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Pathophysiology of connective tissue in musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and integumentary disorders as a basis for physical therapy evaluation, diagnosis, goal setting and conservative as well as pre and post-operative intervention in patients with multiple systemic disorders.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 3 hours)
  • DPT 769 - Advanced Management of Individuals with Cardiopulmonary Disorders


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: DPT 760 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Advanced management of individuals with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Includes integration of cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders with other disorders commonly treated by physical therapists.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 1 hour)
  • DPT 770 - Health Care Delivery I


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 721 , DPT 722 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Investigation of the health care delivery system including the legal, regulatory, political, ethical and professional duties of Physical Therapists. Includes laws and regulations governing compliant human management and environmental safety.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 771 - Health Care Delivery II


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 770 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Investigation of the process of planned direction, organizational theory and management, and economics and fiscal management of physical therapy delivery including marketing and promotion.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 780A - Orthopedic Integrated Clinical Experience I


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: DPT 732 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Supervised clinical practice for management of the client with disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Includes examination, evaluation, intervention, written and verbal communication, advocacy, and client/family caregiver education.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Clinic 1 hour) May be repeated in different semesters to a maximum of 2 units.
  • DPT 780B - Orthopedic Integrated Clinical Experience II


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisites: DPT 732 , DPT 733 , DPT 734 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Supervised clinical practice for management of the client with disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Includes examination, evaluation, intervention, written and verbal communication, advocacy, and client/family caregiver education.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Clinic 1 hour) May be repeated in a different semester to a maximum of 2 units.
  • DPT 781 - Applied Clinical Decision Making


    (2 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 731 , DPT 732 , DPT 735 , DPT 740 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    This course emphasizes clinical decision making through applied experiences using simulated mannequins, standardized patients, case studies, and clinical observations. Focus includes evaluation, differential diagnosis, and referral or treat decision making.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Clinic 2 hours)
  • DPT 782 - Neurological Integrated Clinical Experience I


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: DPT 740 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Corequisite: DPT 741 .
    Supervised pro bono clinical practice for management of the client with disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal systems. Includes examination, evaluation, intervention, advocacy, and client/family caregiver education.

    Grading: Letter grade only (A-F). (Clinic 1 hour) May be repeated in different semesters to a maximum of 2 units.
  • DPT 783 - Neurological Integrated Clinical Experience II


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: DPT 782 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Supervised advanced pro bono clinical practice for management of the client with disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal systems. Includes examination, evaluation, intervention, advocacy, and client/ family caregiver education. Focus on problem solving and decision making.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Clinic 1 hour) May be repeated in different semesters to a maximum of 2 units.
  • DPT 784 - Full Time Clinical Experience


    (6 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 733 , DPT 734 , DPT 741 , DPT 760 , DPT 781 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    First supervised full-time clinical experience for twelve weeks in an inpatient or outpatient physical therapy setting. Includes safety, professional communication, examination, evaluation, intervention, and clinical decision making.

    Credit/No Credit Grading only. (Clinical Practice 12 weeks)
  • DPT 785 - Clinical Internship I


    (6 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 752 , DPT 781 , DPT 784 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Twelve weeks of supervised full-time clinical practice in an inpatient or outpatient physical therapy setting. Includes safety, professional communication, examination, evaluation, intervention, and clinical decision making.

    Credit/No Credit Grading only. (Clinical Practice 12 weeks) May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semesters
  • DPT 786 - Clinical Internship II


    (6 units)

    Prerequisites: DPT 781 , DPT 784 , DPT 785 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Third supervised full-time clinical experience for twelve weeks in an inpatient or outpatient physical therapy setting. Includes safety, professional communication, examination, evaluation, intervention, and clinical decision making. Setting will be different from DPT 785  internship.

    Credit/No Credit Grading only. (Clinical Practice 12 weeks) May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in the different semesters.
  • DPT 790 - Selected Topics in Physical Therapy


    (1-3 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor.
    Topics of current interest in physical therapy selected for special presentation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics in different semesters. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  • DPT 791 - Current Trends in Physical Therapy


    (1 unit)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program or consent of instructor.
    Current trends in physical therapy selected for special presentation.

    Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics in different semesters. Practice trend announced in the Schedule of Classes.
  • DPT 796 - Research Methods


    (2 units)

    Prerequisite: Admission to DPT program.
    Scientific inquiry with emphasis on information searching. Includes epidemiology, research design, measurement theory, applied statistics, critical inquiry and clinical decision-making guidelines, research ethics, and the examination of research intended to validate physical therapy practice.

    Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/discussion 2 hours)
  • DPT 797 - Doctoral Project


    (1-4 units)

    Prerequisite: DPT 796 . Open to DPT graduate students only
    Research in an area of specialization in physical therapy under the direction of a faculty sponsor.

    Letter grade only (A-F). A total of 4 units must be completed. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units in different semesters.