Spring
2005
PT
6501.60 Research Dissemination
Videoconference course between Houston and Dallas
Presbyterian Centers. Contemporary research problems in physical therapy
for selected groups of students. Emphasis on scholarly writing and
publication.
Faculty:
Sharon Olson, PT, PhD
Credit: 1 Graduate Credit hour
Format:
on-site
evening and internet
When:
Jan 27, Feb 17, Apr 14
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm; remainder of course over the internet.
Required course
in PhD Program
PT
5903.50 Pediatric Neuroscience
This course will begin with a review of embryology and will
explore the conditions under which both typical and atypical development occur.
Emphasis will be placed on understanding the relationship between structure and
function of the nervous system as it relates to children with disabilities.
Enrollment is limited
Faculty:
Betty MacNeill, PT, MEd,
Francie Baxter, OTR, PhD
Credit: 3 Graduate Credit hours
Format:
Internet
When:
entire course done over internet
PT
6083.60 Advanced Instrumentation in PT
Emphasis on developing advanced knowledge of the theory and application of the
following: biomechanical analysis, computer utilization for data
acquistion, gait analysis, muscular strength testing, and electromyography.
Faculty:
Mohamed Sabbahi, PT, PHD,
ECS, George Kondraske, PhD
Credit: 3 Graduate Credit hours
Format: On-site weekend format
Where: Teleconference between Houston & Dallas.
When:
February 4 &
5, March 4 & 5, and April 29 & 30
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Required course in PhD
Program
PT
5903.56 Health Care Delivery Systems
Overview of health delivery systems in the US. Emphasis on
government and private sector involvement in health services with
applications for physical therapists including reimbursement issues for
older adults. Includes a 1-day session in Austin (or alternate
state) to become involved in the legislative process.
Faculty:
Mary Thompson, PT, PhD,
GCS, Sue Schafter, PT, PhD
Course applies toward Certificate in Geriatrics
PT
5233.56 Research in Physical Therapy
The student will learn to secure and critically analyze published
research relevant to PT including the evaluation of evidence for
clinical decision-making. This course prepares students for
participation in collaborative research.
Faculty:
Suh-Jen Lin, PT, PhD
Required course for Masters Program
